Temple Canteen serves up South Indian fare in Flushing, Queens
Aromas of fresh spices drift from a basement of Ganesh Temple in Flushing. Dosas, mango lassi, and other South Indian fare - all vegetarian - are on the menu at Temple Canteen.
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
AAPI Month: "City of Faith" exhibit opens at Museum of the City of New York
It honors the art, activism and joy of the city's South Asian communities.
Bronx-based AAPI groups push for more city funding
Coalition for Asian American Children and Families held its first rally for AAPI organizations in the borough.
CBS2 gets look at NYC's pilot program teaching AAPI history
At P.S. 94 in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, fourth grade students are learning about the Chinese Exclusion Act.
Meet the NYPD's first South Asian female captain
Maldonado is the highest-ranking South Asian woman on the force -- a position she was promoted to last month.
N.J. community hoping to stop food shaming through "Love Your Lunch" campaign
On any given day, the cafeteria at Hillside Elementary School is a culinary dream, packed with lunches from every corner of the world.
"Here Lies Love" to make history with all-Filipino cast
The cast spoke about what makes this production authentic, historic and special.
AAPI Montclair wants kids to take pride in food traditions
Many Asian-American students get teased about their traditional foods, but now a local group hopes to change that.
Filipino food making a splash in the culinary world
Chef and cookbook author Nicole Ponseca is embracing the wave of recognition Filipino Americans are experiencing on a national stage.
Empire State Building shines blue and yellow for AAPI Heritage
Tuesday is the last day of AAPI Heritage Month, honoring the rich history and contributions of Asian Americans.
Keshia Hannam's "Eastern Standard Times" strives to increase younger AAPI representation in media
Keshia Hannam is changing the way stories are told about AAPI communities.
Apex for Youth program pairs Asian American youth with volunteer mentors
A New York City nonprofit is celebrating 30 years of supporting underserved Asian and immigrant youth.
AAPI heritage curriculum coming to NYC schools
Teachers will use a guide that includes profiles of Asian American and Pacific Islanders in the U.S. to launch a pilot program in social studies and literacy units.
NJ DOE acting commissioner discusses AAPI curriculum
Earlier this year, CBS2 met New Jersey students who lobbied for Asian American history to be taught in school.
City leaders, advocates discuss issues facing AAPI community
The Asian American Federation brought together AAPI advocates, amplifying community voices and concerns .
Queens community soon to be renamed 'Little Manila'
The Woodside street also has businesses that help people send packages to the Philippines, and there's a national bank.
AAPI Montclair's Danielle Iwata on the group's mission
This May CBS News New York is celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. AAPI Montclair was founded in 2021 to advocate for a more inclusive community. She spoke with CBS2's Cindy Hsu.
Hofstra engineering student's failed arch stands as symbol of "resilience"
Esther Zhang turned her failed 3D-printed arch into a work of art that now stands as a symbol to inspire future students.
NYC holds inaugural AAPI heritage parade
The Big Apple is home to the country's second largest AAPI population.
NYC celebrates Japanese culture with first ever Japan Parade
The celebration of Japanese culture stepped off on Central Park West, marching from West 81st Street to 68th.
Chinatown museum aims to amplify long overlooked history
A new state-of-the-art headquarters scheduled to open in 2025 hopes to educate 300,000 visitors a year.
NYC to hold first Asian American and Pacific Islander parade
The parade is set for Sunday at 10:45 a.m. on Sixth Avenue from West 44th Street to West 55th Street.
Queens College president discusses AAPI Heritage Month
Throughout the month of May, CBS News New York is celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage.
How Filipina roots helped inspire Eliza Blank to start The Sill
As CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports, it all started from a desk in Manhattan's Chinatown.
Startup Shoott captures images and essence of Asian communities
One startup is literally "capturing" the essence of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the Tri-State Area, and as CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports, it's all in an effort to support local businesses.
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Gunman shoots employee inside Queens restaurant
The restaurant was full of customers at the time of the shooting.
NYPD: Man tried to kidnap 7-year-old girl in line at Brooklyn food truck
The girl's mother fought the man and broke his grip on her daughter, police said.
Manhattan robbery suspects stole nearly $20,000 since April, NYPD says
NYPD released new images of the suspects accused of stealing nearly $20,000 in merchandise and cash in at least four robberies in Manhattan since April.
Hundreds climb One World Trade Center for Tunnel to Towers Foundation
Participants climbed 104 floors, for a total of 2,226 steps, at One World Trade Center in the Tunnel to Towers Foundation's annual Tower Climb.
First Alert Forecast: Temps rebound after chilly start
Highs will top out in the low 70s inland and 60s along the coast. It'll be another cool night with lows in the 40s in the suburbs and 50s in New York City.
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Gunman shoots employee inside Queens restaurant
The restaurant was full of customers at the time of the shooting.
NYPD: Man tried to kidnap 7-year-old girl in line at Brooklyn food truck
The girl's mother fought the man and broke his grip on her daughter, police said.
Manhattan robbery suspects stole nearly $20,000 since April, NYPD says
NYPD released new images of the suspects accused of stealing nearly $20,000 in merchandise and cash in at least four robberies in Manhattan since April.
Hundreds climb One World Trade Center for Tunnel to Towers Foundation
Participants climbed 104 floors, for a total of 2,226 steps, at One World Trade Center in the Tunnel to Towers Foundation's annual Tower Climb.
Man accused of beating senior during argument in the Bronx
A search is underway for the man accused of beating a senior citizen during an argument in the Bronx.
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4 injured in Conn. building collapse released from hospital
Eight people were injured when the second floor of the building crashed into the basement Friday.
See it: Bear steals & devours cupcakes from Conn. bakery
Workers say the bear took a box out into the parking lot and devoured around 60 cupcakes.
Connecticut governor poised to sign sweeping gun measure
Among other things, the changes would prohibit selling more than three handguns within 30 days to any one person.
Conn. gov. encourages families to send kids to summer camps
The governor and education officials say the state offers more than 200 camps, including many free programs.
Newtown Board of Education rejects high school book ban
The board says school administrators will have to develop a plan to address individual parent concerns.
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Officials: 2 whales found dead sustained "blunt force trauma"
One whale was off Wainscott, New York, and the other in Raritan Bay, New Jersey.
Bass River State Forest fire 100% contained
New Jersey Forest Fire Service said conditions from the Bass River State Forest wildfire are improving. However, the lack of rainfall is still creating challenges for firefighters battling the blaze.
Alleged killer of Eunice Dwumfour appears in court
Bynum was in court for a bond hearing as he awaits extradition back to New Jersey.
Hochul, Murphy sign letter opposing textbook censorship
Ten governors sent a letter to publishing companies saying censorship will not be supported in their states.
Early voting underway for New Jersey's primary elections
Registered voters can cast a ballot at their designated locations Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m.
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Officials: 2 whales found dead sustained "blunt force trauma"
One whale was off Wainscott, New York, and the other in Raritan Bay, New Jersey.
Fiery crash shuts down part of Long Island Expressway
Eastbound and westbound lanes were closed for most of the morning.
Shinnecock Kelp Farmers helping to restore bay waters using traditional methods
For thousands of years, the Shinnecock people worked with seaweed. But this effort, in its third year, combines tribal history with a calling to answer a modern dilemma: Bay waters are dying. Seaweed can help.
LI teen graduates from college before high school
The principal of Longwood High School says Bryan Diaz-Ximello obtained 93 college credits as a high school student.
Humpback whale carcass found in Shinnecock Bay
A necropsy to determine the whale's cause of death will be performed Friday.
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Connecticut governor poised to sign sweeping gun measure
Among other things, the changes would prohibit selling more than three handguns within 30 days to any one person.
Biden signs debt ceiling bill that pulls U.S. back from brink of default
With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden has signed legislation that lifts the nation's debt ceiling.
Trump lawyers told DOJ they couldn't find classified doc discussed in audio
The recording — from a July 2021 meeting at Trump's golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey — is a crucial piece of evidence that prosecutors obtained in recent months.
Early voting underway for New Jersey's primary elections
Registered voters can cast a ballot at their designated locations Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m.
VP Harris to be a "leading voice" on gun violence heading into 2024
The Biden-Harris campaign plans to make addressing gun violence a key focus of President Biden's reelection effort.
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West Nile Virus prevention measures begin across NYC
Helicopters using an EPA-approved pesticide will target non-residential areas.
Octopus observed having a nightmare, NYC researchers say
The findings have not yet been peer reviewed, but researchers said it's the best evidence they've found of a wild animal having a nightmare.
New Jersey Department of Health reports 2 new mpox cases
The state Department of Health says the two cases are the first reported in New Jersey since February.
COVID rebound detected in New York City wastewater
Public health officials say it's too early to know if it's the start of a full-blown COVID wave in New York City.
N.J. woman shares her story to help others with preeclampsia
May is awareness month for preeclampsia, a type of high blood pressure some women develop during or after pregnancy.
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Jodie Comer on the impact of "Prima Facie": "I think we were all really taken aback by it"
The Emmy-winning star of "Killing Eve" is now an Olivier Award-winner and Tony-nominee for her performance in the one-woman play "Prima Facie," as a British barrister confronting injustice in the legal system with regards to victims of sexual assault.
Free concerts highlight this year's Tony Award nominees
The cast of the recent Broadway revival of "Into the Woods" gave one of the performances at Friday's Ham4Ham show.
Immersive exhibit "Wonderland Dreams" comes to Midtown
A sprawling exhibit on Fifth Avenue in Midtown invites visitors to get inside the world of "Alice In Wonderland."
Jacky Oh, Wild 'N Out cast member, dead at 32
The star of the improv show and longtime partner of DC Young Fly reportedly died in Miami on Wednesday.
Billy Joel to wrap up Madison Square Garden residency in 2024
Joel was named Madison Square Garden's first-ever music franchise in December, 2013.
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Judge homers, makes big catch in Yankees' win over Dodgers
The Yankees rebounded from an 8-4 loss Friday night in the opener of the high-profile interleague series.
Torres propels Orlando City to 3-0 victory over Red Bulls
Orlando City beat the Red Bulls for a second time this season and a fourth straight time in all competitions.
Guerrero Jr.'s RBI double in 9th lifts Blue Jays past Mets
The Mets have scored 11 runs in the first five games of a homestand that ends Sunday.
Revolution, NYCFC play to scoreless draw
NYCFC (4-7-5) had won the last three at home against New England (7-3-6) in all competitions entering play.
Betts hits 2 HRs, Kershaw beats Yankees for 1st time
Kershaw allowed early homers to Giancarlo Stanton and Josh Donaldson, but Betts hit a leadoff homer and an RBI single during an 8-hit first inning against Luis Severino.
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Anti-gun violence community day comes to Highland Park in Brooklyn
June is Gun Violence Awareness Month, and a team of youth leaders will are joining elected officials to discuss solutions.
Bronx organizations working to combat domestic violence
Both little girls were victims at the hands of their parents, according to prosecutors.
NYC pesticide-free park pilot program showing signs of success
Eight city parks have converted land management to organic products and practices.
Temple Canteen serves up South Indian fare in Flushing, Queens
Aromas of fresh spices drift from a basement of Ganesh Temple in Flushing. Dosas, mango lassi, and other South Indian fare - all vegetarian - are on the menu at Temple Canteen.
Bronxites work to preserve Jewish heritage through cuisine
There's only one kosher Jewish deli left in the Bronx, and for Jewish American Heritage Month, CBS2 speaks with two people trying to preserve these recipes so they're never forgotten.
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Fleet Week rolls into NYC with Parade of Ships
The annual tradition returned Wednesday in New York Harbor, ahead of Memorial Day.
"Ladies and Gentlemen... The Beatles!" exhibit at Grammy Museum Experience Prudential Center
The exhibit focuses on the key period between 1964 and 1966, when the Beatles became international superstars.
2023 Met Gala
This year's theme centered on Karl Lagerfeld, best known for his work as creative director of Chanel.
Remembering Harry Belafonte through the years
The groundbreaking singer, actor and activist died Tuesday at the age of 96 in his New York home.
2023 Mets home opener
The Mets unveiled a massive new scoreboard and defeated the Marlins in their home opener at Citi Field.
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Philippine Independence Day Parade to step off in Midtown
The Philippine Independence Day Parade ends at Madison Square Park with a celebration of cultural performances, dancing, music and food.
Cardinal Dolan to bless couples celebrating 50th anniversaries
A Golden Jubilee Mass will be held Sunday for couples celebrating 50 years of marriage.
Man tried to kidnap 7-year-old girl in line at Brooklyn food truck
The girl's mother fought the man and broke his grip on her daughter, police said.
Celebrate Israel Parade to step off on Fifth Avenue
Tens of thousands have taken part in the annual Celebrate Israel Parade in New York City since 1965.
Tunnel to Towers Foundation's 7th Annual Tower Climb in Lower Manhattan
Participants climbed 104 floors, a total of 2,226 steps, at One World Trade Center.
