Gun Control Rallies Held In NYC, Across U.S. As Pressure On Senate Majority Leader McConnell Ramps UpThe fight for gun control grew louder Sunday across the country. Rallies demanding change were held in the wake of back-to-back mass shootings earlier this month.
Report: Judge Says NYPD Officer In Eric Garner Choke-Hold Death Wasn't Truthful During QuestioningIn a 46-page opinion obtained by the New York Times, the NYPD's administrative judge said Officer Daniel Pantaleo's definition of a choke-hold during questioning was "implausible and self-serving."
NYPD Officers Rescue Woman Who Jumped Into Hudson RiverIn the choppy water just off Pier 62 near West 23rd Street, police rescued a 33-year-old woman who appeared to be struggling.
Officials: 2 Dead After Plane Crashes Into Dutchess County HomeOfficials say a second person has died in Saturday's plane crash in Dutchess County.
Gun Control Rallies Held In NYC, Across U.S. As Pressure On Senate Majority Leader McConnell Ramps UpThe fight for gun control grew louder Sunday across the country. Rallies demanding change were held in the wake of back-to-back mass shootings earlier this month.
Report: Judge Says NYPD Officer In Eric Garner Choke-Hold Death Wasn't Truthful During QuestioningIn a 46-page opinion obtained by the New York Times, the NYPD's administrative judge said Officer Daniel Pantaleo's definition of a choke-hold during questioning was "implausible and self-serving."
NYPD Officers Rescue Woman Who Jumped Into Hudson RiverIn the choppy water just off Pier 62 near West 23rd Street, police rescued a 33-year-old woman who appeared to be struggling.
Demanding Answers: Almost A Year Later, Residents Say DSNY Trucks Still Stinking Up East VillageThere's a constant stench and more rats, and as a result a once-pretty East Village block looks ugly. Residents say it's all caused by city garbage trucks that have parked there for almost a year.
Police Seek Suspect Who Shot At Plainclothes Officers In BrooklynThe officers responded to a report of a fight on Saratoga Avenue and Bainbridge Street in Bed-Stuy around 2 a.m. Sunday.
Bail Set At $200,000 For Suspect In Subway Rice Cooker ScareThe bail was set Sunday when Larry Kenton Griffin II of Bruno, West Virginia, appeared in Manhattan Criminal Court.
FBI: Connecticut Man Arrested After Allegedly Expressing Interest In Committing A Mass ShootingBrandon Wagshol, 22, was detained Thursday after a tip from a citizen that he was trying to buy large capacity rifle magazines from out of state.
New York Issues Stricter Rules On Vaccine Medical ExemptionsThe new regulations aim to keep people from obtaining medical exemptions for non-medical reasons.
Police Investigating Fatal Shooting In The BronxOfficers were sent to Commonwealth Avenue between Randall and Lacombe avenues just before 4 a.m. Sunday.
Police Seek Man Accused Of Exposing Himself To Woman On Subway In QueensA 23-year-old woman told police that she was on a Manhattan-bound E train when a man sat down across from her and exposed himself.
1 Dead, 1 Missing After Small Plane Crashes In Dutchess County, Destroys Residential HomeThe Federal Aviation Administration reports that a Cessna 303 aircraft with three people on board crashed into a residential home in Union Vale around 4:30 p.m.
Police Charge Suspect With Planting Fake Bombs After Subway Rice Cooker ScareTwo suspicious packages were found at the Fulton Street and William Street subway station Friday morning and another was found near 16th and 7th Avenue in Chelsea.
Woman Fatally Struck By Her Own SUV In Tragic Accident At Queens Gas StationThe woman’s husband has apparently left the car in gear and it started rolling backward where the wife was standing.
New Jersey Toddler Found Dead Inside Minivan After Another Hot Car TragedyPolice in Lindenwold say a little girl was found dead inside her family’s hot car Friday afternoon.
Man Slashed After Argument At Bronx Subway Station, Police SayIt happened at the Hunts Point Avenue station in the Foxhurst section on Saturday.
Petition To Change Trump Tower's NYC Address To 'Barack H. Obama Avenue' Gathers Over 400,000 SignaturesElizabeth Rowin was reportedly trying to poke fun at President Donald Trump by starting a petition to change the name of Fifth Avenue between 56th and 57th Streets
Masterpieces Fill Coney Island Boardwalk At Annual Sand Sculpture ContestThe family-friendly event attracts more than 10,000 visitors to the historic Riegelmann Boardwalk.
Teen Completes Amazing 28-Mile Swim Around Manhattan For CharityHer family told CBS2’s Christina Fan she's motivated by the thought of inspiring others. It's why she swims for the non-profit Children International.
Newark Water Emergency: Hospital Offering Free Lead Testing For Residents Affected By Water CrisisThe hospital's Ambulatory Care Center on Bergen Street welcomed thousands of people who may have lead in their drinking water.
6-Month-Old Girl Found Dead In Bronx Home, Police SayThe NYPD says Charlie McCall, a six-month-old baby girl, was found by her mother unresponsive and not breathing inside their Jefferson Place home Friday night.
Three Suspects Wanted In Connection To Queens CrimesThe suspects are wanted for two crimes that occurred in South Ozone Park on Aug. 9.
NJ Nursing Home Assistant Charged In 85-Year-Old Patient's DeathThe nursing assistant allegedly didn't seek help after the woman fell and suffered a head injury.
Police Seek Suspect Accused Of Stealing Phone, Threatening Employee With ScissorsIt happened around 4:30 p.m. on Aug. 9 at the Sprint store on East Burnside Avenue in the Bronx.
Vinyl Covers For Motorized Awnings Recalled After Reports Of 1 Death, 6 InjuriesThe force of the awning opening unexpectedly knocked a 73-year-old man off a ladder and over a balcony.
2 Men Accused Of Impersonating Officers, Robbing Harlem ApartmentPolice say when the resident opened the door, the two men pulled out firearms and forced their way into the apartment.
Teens Allegedly Threatened 72-Year-Old With Golf Club In Attempted RobberyThe victim started screaming for help, and the individuals ran out of the park.
Tree Crashes Down Onto Parked Cars In The BronxResidents say they've been complaining about rotten and dead trees in the neighborhood for some time.
Police: Man Steals Tomato Sauce, Hits Security Guard With Pipe WrenchAccording to police, the suspect grabbed 10 jars of tomato sauce and tried to leave without paying.
Teen Arrested In Newark Shooting That Injured 13-Year-Old, 18-Year-OldThe second suspect, who is 15 years old, is already in custody for a separate shooting.
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NYPD Officers Rescue Woman In Hudson RiverTwo NYPD officers jumped into action Sunday after a woman ended up in the Hudson River off Pier 62. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports
CBS2 Demands Answers Over Trash Truck OutrageResidents in the East Village have been complaining about the city storing its garbage trucks on city streets for almost a year. Now, they want Mayor de Blasio to do something about it. CBS2's Dave Carlin is demanding answers
Gun Control Rallies Held Across U.S.Rallies were held in New York City and in several other cities across the country on Sunday, as gun control advocates tried to send a message to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. CBS2's Hazel Sanchez reports
Report: Judge Says Eric Garner Cop 'Untruthful' During QuestioningIn a 46-page opinion obtained by the New York Times, the NYPD's administrative judge said Officer Daniel Pantaleo's definition of a choke-hold during questioning was "implausible and self-serving." CBS2's Jessica Moore reports
2 Dead In Dutchess Plane CrashOfficials say two people have died in Saturday's small plane crash in Dutchess County, including one in the home the aircraft hit. CBS2's Reena Roy reports
East Village Residents Fuming Over Garbage TrucksFor almost a year, residents in the East Village have let it be known they are not happy about the city parking garbage trucks on the streets. They hope the mayor will finally take action. TV 10/55's Dave Carlin reports
World & National
Gun Control Rallies Held In NYC, Across U.S. As Pressure On Senate Majority Leader McConnell Ramps UpThe fight for gun control grew louder Sunday across the country. Rallies demanding change were held in the wake of back-to-back mass shootings earlier this month.
‘Easy Rider’ Actor Peter Fonda Dies At 79Actor Peter Fonda, known for his role in “Easy Rider,” died Friday at the age of 79, a spokesperson for the family confirmed.
Florida Homeowner Flees To New York After Vultures Invade Home, Damage Property“It’s a disaster, it’s a laughable disaster. You can’t make this up, that’s why it’s laughable,” said homeowner Anthony Casimano.
Rep. Tlaib Declines Israel Visit, Citing 'Oppressive Conditions'Israel had said Tlaib could visit relatives in the West Bank on humanitarian grounds.
FDA: Bleach Being Sold As Phony Cure For Cancer, Autism, Causing People To Have Severe Vomiting, Liver FailureFederal officials say that’s what many people are doing, buying products marketed as a “miracle mineral solution.”
Racing Legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. And Family Survive Fiery Plane Crash In TennesseeEarnhardt Jr., 44, was hospitalized following the crash at Elizabethton Municipal Airport, the Carter County Sheriff's Office said, according to CBS affiliate WJHL-TV.
Entertainment
Music Legends Celebrate Woodstock's 50th Anniversary In New YorkMusic legends Ringo Starr and Carlos Santana are marking the 50th anniversary of Woodstock in New York's Sullivan County.
‘Easy Rider’ Actor Peter Fonda Dies At 79Actor Peter Fonda, known for his role in “Easy Rider,” died Friday at the age of 79, a spokesperson for the family confirmed.
A$AP Rocky Found Guilty Of Assault In Sweden, Won't Serve Prison TimeDuring the trial, prosecutors played video footage that showed the rapper, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, throwing a young man to the ground.
Report: 9 Women Accuse Opera Legend Placido Domingo Of Sexual HarassmentRegarded as one of the greatest opera singers of all time including decades of performances at New York's Met Opera, Placido Domingo also is a prolific conductor.
CBS, Viacom Agree To $30 Billion Media MergerCBS Corp. is buying Viacom in an all-stock transaction that values Viacom at around $12 billion. The market value of CBS Corp. is about $18 billion.
Princess Diana Musical Coming To Broadway In MarchThe musical, titled “Diana,” had its world premiere back in March in San Diego.
Offbeat From Around The Web
Petition To Change Trump Tower's NYC Address To 'Barack H. Obama Avenue' Gathers Over 400,000 SignaturesElizabeth Rowin was reportedly trying to poke fun at President Donald Trump by starting a petition to change the name of Fifth Avenue between 56th and 57th Streets
Passengers Say Delta Flight From JFK To Florida Delayed 8 Hours On Ground Due To On-Board FightThe flight was supposed to depart at 3:52 p.m. Thursday but didn't leave JFK Airport until after 11:30 p.m.
Vaccine For Cat Allergies Developed By Swiss ScientistsIf you love cats but are allergic to them, a team of scientists in Switzerland could have the purrfect solution for you.
Scientists Create Vaccine Aimed At Ending Cat AllergiesA team of scientists in Switzerland are working on a vaccine targeting a major feline allergen, called Fel d 1.
Officer Gives Perfect Response To 'We Got High Together Girl' Wrong Number TextA hilarious exchange between an unknown person and a Missouri cop about getting high went viral Friday after the conversation was posted online.
Teacher Removed For Scolding Students Who Don't Stand For Pledge Of AllegianceA high school teacher in Florida has been removed after admonishing students who did not stand for the Pledge of Allegiance, according to authorities.
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Fanalysis: Fantasy Football SleepersCBSN New York's Steve Overmyer talks with fantasy expert Joe Pisapia about fantasy football draft sleepers in the latest edition of Fanalysis.
Fanalysis: Fantasy Football Draft StrategyCBSN New York's Steve Overmyer talks with fantasy expert Joe Pisapia about fantasy football draft strategy in the latest edition of Fanalysis.
Yankees To Honor Newly Inducted Hall Of Famer Mariano RiveraThe Yankees will honor their newest Hall of Famer, Mariano Rivera, on Saturday.
Police Officer's Sister: NYPD 'Responsible' For His SuicideThe sister of an NYPD officer who took his own life says her brother never got the help he needed; CBSN New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Delta Flight To Miami Delayed On Ground At JFK For 8 HoursA Delta flight from New York to Florida that was delayed on the ground with passengers on board for about eight hours finally arrived at its destination early Friday morning; CBSN New York's Dave Carlin reports.
Federal Court Hearing On Expanding Water Distribution In NewarkA New Jersey judge is expected to respond to an environmental group's demand that Newark expand water distribution to help more residents during the city's water emergency; CBSN New York's Meg Baker reports.
Funeral For FDNY Lt. Brian SullivanThe New York Fire Department said goodbye to a 27-year veteran of the force. CBSN New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Funeral Of FDNY Lt. Brian Sullivan, Part 2A final farewell for FDNY Lt. Brian Sullivan was held at Sacred Heart Church in Monroe, N.Y.
Funeral Of FDNY Lt. Brian Sullivan, Part 1A final farewell for FDNY Lt. Brian Sullivan was held at Sacred Heart Church in Monroe, N.Y.
Funeral For FDNY Lt. Brian SullivanThe New York Fire Department said goodbye to a 27-year veteran of the force. CBSN New York's Jessica Moore reports.
MTA And NYPD Update On Suspicious PackagesAndy Byford, CEO of New York City Transit Authority, and NYPD officials held a news conference to discuss several rice cookers found in the subway system.
See Wildlife Up Close In Staten Island BioblitzDr. Michael Treglia of The Nature Conservancy joined CBSN New York's Alex Denis about this weekend's Staten Island Bioblitz in Blue Heron Park for an up-close look at wildlife.