NYPD DNA Database Hearing – Breaking News, Sports, Weather, Traffic And The Best of NY – CBS New York

Software

Police Shoot, Kill Suspect After Car Chase From Long Island Ends In QueensPolice sources tell CBS2 this all started on Long Island when Nassau county police were pursuing a vehicle and followed it into New York City. CBSN New York’s Ali Bauman reports.

Harvey Weinstein’s Attorney Speaks Out After Hospital VisitDefense attorney Arthur Aidala spoke to reporters after visiting Harvey Weinstein at Bellevue Hospital. Weinstein was hospitalized after being convicted of criminal sexual act and rape.

Black History Month: Judge Victoria Gumbs-Moore Breaking Down Barriers On Long IslandWith her proud daughters looking on, Victoria Gumbs-Moore was given her robe and became the first black Family Court judge in Suffolk County. CBSN New York’s Hazel Sanchez reports.

What’s Next For Crumbling BQE? Options On Table Are Awfully Expensive, But Clock Is TickingMany New York drivers know first hand that the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway is in desperate need of repairs. City officials are trying to change that, but it will come with a huge cost. CBSN New York’s Christina Fan reports.

NYPD DNA Database HearingFor years, the NYPD’s DNA collection policy has raised concerns about privacy and over-policing. At City Hall, officials spoke about the NYPD’s plan to delete thousands of DNA records from people who have never committed a crime.

All Eyes On Wall StreetInvestors are hoping to see some signs of recovery today after the Dow fell more than 1,000 points Monday. CBSN New York’s Reena Roy reports.

Harvey Weinstein Hospitalized On Way To RikersConvicted felon Harvey Weinstein is being held inside a locked unit at Bellevue Hospital this morning. He was taken to the hospital after complaining of chest pains. CBSN New York’s Jenna DeAngelis has the details.

Newburgh Councilman Launches Into Ugly Tirade During Police Traffic StopCouncilmember-at-large Omari Shakur had stopped his SUV in the middle of the street, and when cops asked him to move, he ignored them. Then things got worse, reports CBSN New York’s Scott Rapoport.

NJ Transit Bus Driver Pleads Not Guilty To Dragging PassengerProsecutors say 34-year-old Fayola Howard ignored the victim’s screams for help and witnesses’ pleas to stay on the scene. CBSN New York’s Jenna DeAngelis has the details.

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Attorney Arthur Aidala On Jury That Convicted Movie MogulAttorney Arthur Aidala talks about the jury that found Harvey Weinstein guilty of rape in the third degree and one count of a criminal sex act.

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Disgraced Movie Mogul Found Guilty On 2 Of 5 ChargesA jury found Harvey Weinstein guilty of rape in the third degree and one count of a criminal sex act. CBSN New York’s Aundrea Cline-Thomas reports.

New York Weather: 2/24 Monday Afternoon ForecastExpect unseasonably mild temperatures this afternoon as we make a run for the upper 50s. We wouldn’t even be surprised if a few thermometers inland hit 60° — and it’s February! Outside of that, expect increasing clouds with just a light wind out of the south. CBSN New York’s Elise Finch reports.

Funeral Today For Sandra WilsonProsecutors say Blanchard Glaudin stabbed Sandra Wilson to death Tuesday at Finkelstein Memorial Library after she asked him to lower the music on his smartphone. CBSN New York’s Reena Roy has the latest.

NJ Transit Bus Driver To Face JudgeA New Jersey Transit but driver accused of dragging a passenger who later died will appear in court today. CBSN New York’s Jenna DeAngelis has the details.

Toy Fair Comes To The Javits CenterToys are taking over the city. The largest toy fair in the western hemisphere is happening this weekend at the Javits Center in Manhattan. CBSN New York’s Nick Caloway reports

Victim Of Brutal Brooklyn Bus Stop Attack Speaks To CBS2The 77-year-old woman who was attacked while waiting at a Bushwick bus stop says she has already forgiven her assailant, who remains at large. CBSN New York’s Dave Carlin reports

Police ID Suspect In Random Slashing Of Woman On SubwayPolice want your help finding Donell Baker. They say he’s wanted for the random slashing of a 23-year-old woman on the subway.

Cyclist Struck By Taxi On Upper West SideA bicyclist was hurt Saturday after a collision with a taxicab on Manhattan’s Upper West Side.

Police: Missing 11-Year-Old Andray Knighton May Be In Imminent Danger, Could Be In ManhattanPolice in Danville, Penn. are asking for your help in finding a missing child who they believe may be in Manhattan.

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Jury Indicates They Are Decided On Some, Hung On Other ChargesThe jury in Harvey Weinstein’s rape and sexual assault trial have asked the judge if they can be deadlocked on some charges while ready to agree on others. CBSN New York’s Jessica Moore reports.

Black History Month: Rutgers Medical Dean Calling For More Black In Medical FieldsDr. Robert Johnson, dean of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, is the first person in history to lead two medical schools, reports CBSN New York’s Meg Baker.

Police On Long Island Report Spate Of Mailbox Fishing IncidentsLynbrook has been hit hard: 36 times since last April, U.S. mail has been illegally fished out of corner mailboxes, and thousands of dollars stolen from innocent victims. CBSN New York’s Carolyn Gusoff reports.

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Jury In Day 4 Of Deliberations On Rape, Sex Assault ChargesThe 67-year-old is charged with raping Jessica Mann inside a Manhattan hotel room in 2013 and forcing a sex act on Mimi Haley in 2006. CBSN New York’s Jessica Moore reports.

Police Investigating Multi-Car Crash In Park SlopeA crash involving several vehicles happened around 11:45 p.m. in the Park Slope section of Brooklyn. CBSN New York’s Dana Tyler reports.