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From fame to a spectacular fall from grace, there is no story in American history quite like OJ Simpson's. He went from one of the most popular figures in America, to one of the most polarizing, all because of one of the most high-profile murder cases in history. In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we have reaction and reflection on Simpson's life and legacy in the wake of his death. Fo...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we detail the New Jersey Transit fare hike set to take effect in July, and the latest inflation report that revealed a surprising setback. On Wednesday, the Board of New Jersey Transit hiked fares for its railroads, bus routes and light rail lines starting July 1 as officials seek to patch a massive hole in the agency's finances. Ticket prices will ri...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we have the latest on an effort to solve New York City's squatter dilemma. A series of 7 On Your Side investigations has hit a nerve in the community, this time with New York City Mayor Eric Adams. On Tuesday, he spoke out about the growing problem of squatters taking over homes, showing support for proposed legislation to help fix the problem. 7 On Y...

Millions in New York City and across the country had a chance to see the total solar eclipse as it moves over North America. The eclipse started just after 2:00 p.m. in the New York City area with skies darkening around 2:50 p.m. Peak coverage was at 90 percent at 3:25 p.m. Eyewitness News had team coverage of the big event, including meteorologist Lee Goldberg reporting from Burlington, Vermont w...

As aftershocks hit the region, we speak to a geologist on what we could expect in the days ahead   An earthquake that was centered between New York and Philadelphia shook skyscrapers and suburbs across the northeast United States on Friday – causing no major damage, but startling millions of people in an area unaccustomed to such tremors.   The U.S. Geological Survey said over 42 million people mi...

In this episode of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we discuss the cleanup following Thursday’s powerful and deadly storms. In City Island, a woman recorded waves crashing into her home, leaving her porch underwater. Elsewhere in the Bronx, heavy winds ripped down trees and utility poles, damaging cars and leaving some without power. Some of the worst-hit areas were in New Jersey. In Leonia, crews work...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we have the latest on a relentless and dreary line of storms for the second day in a row. In New Jersey, tens of thousands are approaching Wednesday night in the dark. A tree came crashing down onto the roadway on the Saw Mill River Parkway in Westchester County, causing delays for the evening commute. There was a similar scene in Brooklyn where a tre...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we begin with Mayor Adams defending top NYPD officials and their right to respond through social media to criticism launched against them.  The comments come after a few of the NYPD's highest-ranking leaders blasted who they call anti-police critics as they gave a final salute to one of their own. Eyewitness News reporter CeFaan Kim has the story from...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we begin with an exclusive in the Bronx where a disturbing attack was carried out on a great grandmother. Police say the attacker, 38-year-old Edwin Rios followed 75-year old Zenona Ramos into the elevator of her apartment building and then stabbed her head and hand multiple times. Ramos is in a hospital, but fortunately, she will survive. The attack...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we detail the tributes and remembrances continuing Friday at the second day of wakes for murdered NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller. A young police officer, with a young family, has been hailed as a hero after he was shot and killed following a traffic stop in Queens earlier this week. New York Governor Kathy Hochul attending Diller's wake on Friday. His f...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we cover a somber day in New York as many gathered on Thursday to honor fallen NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller. Friends, family and other mourners descended on Long Island to say their final goodbyes to the officer who was shot and killed in Queens on Monday. Thursday also saw the man accused of fatally shooting him charged with his murder. Chantee Lans...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we follow breaking news on the death of long-time Connecticut Senator and one-time vice-presidential candidate Joe Lieberman. Lieberman served as a senator for 24 years and was a re-count away from the vice presidency as Al Gore's running mate in the disputed 2000 election. His family says he died due to complications from a fall. He was 82 years old....

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we have more on how New York City is honoring an NYPD officer murdered during a routing traffic stop in Queens. Officer Jonathan Diller was saluted by brothers and sisters in blue during a dignified transfer to his home church in Massapequa. NewsCopter was over the procession on Tuesday night. Meanwhile, the mission to save lives continued in Baltimor...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we cover the major rulings from a double day in court for Donald Trump, including the court date for the first-ever criminal trial of a former president. We also have more on the seismic business case that is transforming the housing market. Meanwhile in New Jersey, we're tapping into something unusual in the Garden State: maple syrup. Learn more abou...

In this episode of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we discuss Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, who announced she has cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy. There is a lot we still do not know – and the palace is not revealing what type of cancer it is or what stage it’s at.   Until Friday, the princess has not been seen in public since Christmas, when she attended church with her family. Three w...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we detail a violent confrontation with squatters that left a Manhattan homeowner dead. Police say 52-year-old Nadia Vitel returned to her late mother's apartment in Kips Bay last week for the first time in a few months. When she entered, two people, who police believe had been staying there for some time, were inside and police say they attacked her....

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we begin with the wild and deadly gun battle at a warehouse in Mount Vernon. Police say warehouse workers were selling a large amount of marijuana and nicotine products to two people overnight on Tuesday when suddenly a van pulled up and 10 to 15 people jumped out and attempted to steal the merchandise at gun point. A gun battle then ensued with the w...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we have more on the latest efforts to stop social media radicalization. It's been nearly two years since a gunman, influenced by racist and radical ideology, walked into a grocery store in Buffalo with murderous intent. He killed 10 Black people that day. Now, a lawsuit filed by survivors of the shooting is moving forward. A judge ruled sites like You...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we have breaking details on a slashing aboard an LIRR train at the Locust Manor station in Queens. A witness told us that it started when the victim asked a man blocking the train door to move out of the way so he could get on. After he sat down, he was slashed in the face. The victim was taken to Jamaica Hospital. Meanwhile, New York City Mayor Eric...

What should have been a routine commute ended with a packed train scrambling for cover as gunfire erupted on an A train in Downtown Brooklyn.   No criminal charges will be filed against the gunman – the District Attorney says he acted in self-defense. The 36-year-old victim was shot four times with his own gun. Police say he was armed with a knife and gun when he picked a fight with another passen...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we have details on a plea for Israel to forge a cease-fire in Gaza. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government amid the crisis in the Mideast, and called for a new election. In New York City, Mayor Eric Adams talks to us about the new subway safety campaign, and reveals his thoughts about t...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we begin with concerns over crime at one of the New York City's busiest transit hubs. The mall giant Westfield, which operates the retail at Fulton Center in Lower Manhattan is breaking its lease with 10 years left, citing surging crime and quality of life concerns. But the MTA, its landlord, won't let it go quietly. It's suing Westfield in what's sur...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we have more on the reaction to video showing police after they used a stun gun on a migrant holding his 1-year-old son at a shelter in Queens. The Immigration Coalition calls it troubling, but Mayor Eric Adams backs the actions of police. Eyewitness News reporter Michelle Charlesworth has the story. We also have details on a new push from New York's...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we detail the troubling behavior by some firefighters at a promotional ceremony last week. They booed New York Attorney General Letitia James for suing and fining Donald Trump for hundreds of millions of dollars. Then they chanted "Trump" over and over.  The country's biggest fire department likes to call itself "New York's Bravest," but the FDNY comm...

In this edition of Eyewitness News Extra Time, we are getting ready for Hollywood's biggest night -- The Oscars! Last-minute preparations are now underway on Hollywood Boulevard and at the Dolby Theatre – the site of the big show. Sandy Kenyon reports live from Hollywood taking us behind the scenes and getting us up to date on the nominees, movies and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...