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Harlem Grown has served Harlem since 2011, taking vacant lots and transforming them into abundant gardens.
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Harlem Grown has served Harlem since 2011, taking vacant lots and transforming them into abundant gardens.
We're only a few days away from our next #BetterTogether Project Green event.
Hundreds of breast cancer survivors will be decked out in pink in Prospect Park this weekend for the Susan G. Komen Race.
CBS2's Kristine Johnson and Maurice DuBois attended a preview Thursday night at the new Paley Museum.
It's part of a citywide program changing the lives of students and helping them reach their academic goals. CBS2 is a proud partner under our #BetterTogether campaign.
Pancreatic cancer is a terrifying diagnosis, but advances in research and science are offering new hope.
Breast cancer is the second most common form among women in the U.S., but it's more devastating to some groups.
This weekend, West 52nd Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues will be transformed into a media, sports, gaming and entertainment festival called PaleyWKND.
The Paley Museum will have video game lounges and virtual reality labs. Outside, there will be batting cages and basketball courts.
Over 1,200 walkers, 250 runners and 150 volunteers raised $815,000 for "The Valerie Fund" at a fundraiser Saturday. CBS2 is a proud partner under our #BetterTogether campaign, and our own John Elliott and Vanessa Murdock were the emcees.
The organization helps provide health care for children battling cancer and blood disorders.
The annual Buddy Walk raises awareness for people with down syndrome.
Around 200 schools that participate in a local nonprofit called "I WILL GRADUATE" host a pledge day.
On Apr. 23, walk with us for pancreatic cancer research. Help us transform this illness into a curable disease.
Thousands of volunteers worked side-by-side on the Intrepid to pack boxes of food for pantries citywide.
The New York City Walk with Us to Cure Lupus is the Lupus Research Alliance (LRA)'s signature national fundraising program, designed to increase awareness of lupus and raise crucial funds for lupus research programs, to date.
For over 30 years, the Greater New York City Race for the Cure has raised significant awareness and funds for breast cancer, as well as celebrated and honored those who have been impacted.
The 16-year-old initiative fulfills personal wish lists from kids.
CBS2's Alecia Reid hosted the Bronx's first Jamaican flag raising ceremony outside the borough president's office.
September 17 promises to be one full of excitement, meaning, and connection in New York City.
When a child is diagnosed with cancer, it impacts the whole family. The Valerie Fund makes sure families get treated with the most comprehensive care, close to home.
On Saturday, September 3rd, come out for the 3rd annual Aya Basketball Game supporting Back to School.
Mayor Eric Adams and The Paley Center For Media announced West 52nd Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues will be transformed into a media, sports, gaming and entertainment festival called "PaleyWKND."
The 3.5 mile run/walk raises money for various charities.
The organization operates in the shadows of the hustle and bustle in Queens, as well as in Brooklyn and the Bronx.
The Islanders beat the Wild 4-3 on Saturday night.
There were two deadly shootings in Middlesex County, New Jersey, just hours apart this weekend, both involving teenagers.
One man has been arrested and another is in the hospital after a fight at TD Garden during a Boston Bruins game on Saturday, Boston Police said.
At least 100 demonstrators took to New York City's Federal Plaza in the rain Saturday afternoon to condemn the shooting.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
At least 100 demonstrators took to New York City's Federal Plaza in the rain Saturday afternoon to condemn the shooting.
New York City is committing $4 million to expand public bathroom access across the five boroughs, Mayor Mamdani announced Saturday.
A 17-year-old boy was stabbed to death on a residential Queens street Friday afternoon, and police are searching for two persons of interest.
Surveillance video captured the moment a New York school security guard saved a choking first grader.
New York state is taking legal action against the Trump administration for halting construction of five offshore wind farms.
It was quite a soggy Saturday across the Tri-State Area. Here's how the weather is expected to play out for the rest of the weekend.
Investigators said the victim was struck by a bullet inside his Danbury, Connecticut, home, and it came from the unit next door.
Enjoy the spring preview while it lasts because umbrellas will be your best friend this weekend!
It will feel more like March than January.
While Tuesday may have some bumps, the trend is toward milder, more pleasant weather.
There were two deadly shootings in Middlesex County, New Jersey, just hours apart this weekend, both involving teenagers.
It was quite a soggy Saturday across the Tri-State Area. Here's how the weather is expected to play out for the rest of the weekend.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Police say a rock was thrown at a school bus on the New Jersey Turnpike, shattering a window and seriously injuring a young child.
New Jersey has joined a growing list of states limiting students' cellphone use during the school day.
New York state is taking legal action against the Trump administration for halting construction of five offshore wind farms.
It was quite a soggy Saturday across the Tri-State Area. Here's how the weather is expected to play out for the rest of the weekend.
Enjoy the spring preview while it lasts because umbrellas will be your best friend this weekend!
John Pillaccio, accused in the fatal stabbing of a CVS employee on Long Island on Christmas Day, appeared before a judge on Wednesday.
It will feel more like March than January.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked HHS from halting $10 billion in social services funding to five states, a move the agency argued was necessary to crack down on fraud — but the states called unconstitutional.
Legislation would protect and expand hunger programs and improve benefit security as New York pantries see rising demand.
Electric vehicles could soon be in the crosshairs of Congress, with a new bill that would force more rigorous safety standards.
The White House shared video showing a different angle of Renee Nicole Good's shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis and the moments that led up to it, as the investigation continues.
Actor and podcast host Michael Rapaport said he will be running for New York City mayor in 2029.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
A potentially deadly and drug-resistant fungus is spreading nationwide, including New York and New Jersey.
Brooklyn-based Maimonides Health is merging with NYC Health + Hospitals, New York City health leaders announced.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of new flu cases in New York led to a 38% jump from the previous week, according to state health officials.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Video of an angry confrontation during intermission at a performance of "Mamma Mia!" on Broadway is going viral on social media.
Weinstein's defense attorney told the judge he'd like to pursue plea negotiations after last year's mistrial on a rape charge.
The annual festival will return to Queens this summer, running from June 5-7 at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.
Theater fans get the opportunity to buy 2-for-1 tickets to 26 Broadway shows.
The Islanders beat the Wild 4-3 on Saturday night.
Pavel Zacha recorded his first career hat trick - one of his goals coming while most of New York's players were in the locker room at the end of the first period - and the Boston Bruins coasted past the Rangers 10-2 on Saturday.
Devin Booker scored 31 points and Dillon Brooks added 27 as the Phoenix Suns beat the New York Knicks 112-107 on Friday night.
James Harden scored 31 points, Kawhi Leonard had 26 and the Clippers beat the Nets 121-105 on Friday night.
Filip Forsberg scored the only goal in a shootout to lift the Predators over the Islanders 2-1 on Thursday night.
Legislation would protect and expand hunger programs and improve benefit security as New York pantries see rising demand.
The people and businesses of Ridgewood, Queens, have banded together to help those impacted by the recent apartment building fire.
Student athletes at a high school in Queens have won both state and national video game championships.
Thousands of teachers across New York are participating in a statewide campaign demanding pension reform.
For the 48th year, El Museo del Barrio hosted a parade in East Harlem for Three Kings' Day.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for January 10 at 11 p.m.
If there's one thing both New Yorkers and tourists can agree on, it's that the city could use more public bathrooms. Saturday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a multimillion dollar plan to install modular public bathrooms across all five boroughs as part of a pilot program. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
Macy's said it plans to close 14 stores in 12 states, including New Jersey and New York.
Video shows a daring rescue during a barn fire in upstate New York.
There's growing fallout in Minneapolis after the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent. There were large, organized protests Saturday in the city, calling for justice, for Good and for ICE to leave Minnesota. Ash-har Quraishi reports.
