Tony-nominated producer Brian Anthony Moreland is making history on Broadway
Brian Anthony Moreland is a Tony Award-nominated producer who has worked on numerous hit shows and joins a short list of Black producers working on Broadway.
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Brian Anthony Moreland is a Tony Award-nominated producer who has worked on numerous hit shows and joins a short list of Black producers working on Broadway.
John Shippen was a child of former slaves who found his way onto a golf course and made history there.
Harlem's Lafayette Theatre is believed to be the first major New York City theater to desegregate, just a year after its opening.
For Black History Month, a Long Island museum is bringing the past to life. Students and visitors are learning about how World War II soldiers fought for freedom abroad while facing inequality at home. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
In Harlem, a hall-of-famer gymnast is inspiring the next generation in the sport.
Brooklyn-based Herrana Addisu is shining a light on history and the human rights issues affecting Black and African communities. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reports.
A Brooklyn community is fighting to turn a forgotten landmark into a heritage center.
Harlem's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture centennial anniversary began last year, and 2026 marks 100 years since the library became owner of its namesake's personal collection, making it a full-fledged research center.
The Harlem Renaissance was a pivotal point in Black American history. Musicians, actors and writers gathered in Upper Manhattan, creating an artistic movement that fought for civil rights and left a lasting legacy. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley takes us to the Schomburg Center as they celebrate the history of Harlem.
As we celebrate Black History Month, an advanced placement class at Park East High School in East Harlem is expanding. The course teaches students about people and places that are sometimes overlooked. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid reports.
Allen Devlin hosts CBS News New York's Black History Month special, "Preserving New York's Black History."
Black history is New York history. Everywhere you look, you see how African Americans helped shape and mold the city. Allen Devlin hosts CBS News New York's Black History Month special, "Preserving New York's Black History."
Before there was Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, there was San Juan Hill, a diverse neighborhood of 7,000. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
A Black History Month festival at the Brooklyn Children's Museum aims to keep kids learning during mid-winter recess.
The Lindy Hop lives on in a new generation of swing dancers.
Liz Player, Founder, Executive and Artistic Director, The Harlem Chamber Players joins CBS New York to discuss the Black History Month event.
A special exhibition in the heart of the Theater District focuses on Black storytellers. Playwrights, directors, musicians and actors are in the spotlight. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin takes us inside to learn the history, feel the joy and see the inspiration.
Martin Luther King III spoke to students of Great Neck Public Schools on Thursday. As CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports, his father spoke at the same school in 1967.
CBS News New York's Dave Carlin has more on the expansive look at playwrights, directors, musicians and actors.
Troy Washington, Assistant Director for Media, Jobs to Move America joins CBS New York to discuss Black History Month and this year's theme of labor.
As CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford reports, the event was organized to showcase some of the culture of historically Black universities and colleges and to inspire the next generation.
Students with the Bronx Youth Empowerment Program took the stage Saturday to kick off Black History Month.
CBS New York's Maurice DuBois sat down with Martin Luther King III for our "Black History is American History" special.
Lamont Wray followed his lifelong passion to become a jewelry designer, his pieces signifying Black culture and art.
Chisholm said she wanted to be remembered as a catalyst of change, and in 2024, the tide keeps rolling.
The Montclair School District Board of Education voted Wednesday to eliminate freshmen sports programs due to budget cuts.
The Brooklyn mother of a student with autism has been trying to find out why her son came home from school last month with two teeth missing.
A New Jersey mother claims her son died at a day program for developmentally disabled adults because of negligence.
Jake McCarthy hit a grand slam and matched a career-high with five RBIs as the Rockies snapped a six-game losing streak with a 6-2 over the Mets on Thursday.
Trent Grisham hit a go-ahead, three-run double in a six-run sixth inning, and the Yankees beat the Rangers 9-2 Thursday for their 16th win in 19 games.
The Brooklyn mother of a student with autism has been trying to find out why her son came home from school last month with two teeth missing.
For more than four decades, residents living beside Brooklyn's District 13 Sanitation Garage in Coney Island have been waiting for the facility to move away from their homes.
The MTA and five of its unions are embroiled in a contract dispute that could trigger the LIRR's first work stoppage in more than 30 years.
Fire officials say the deadly Inwood fire earlier this week followed an all-too-similar pattern -- flames spreading through open doors.
There's a swim club in Harlem teaching kids a lifesaving skill, and they're turning timid swimmers into competitors.
After summer-like warmth, rainy weather and cooler temperatures return to the New York City area mid-week.
A cool weekend is ahead for the New York City area before warmer weather returns.
Some residual showers may linger into early Sunday morning, but the majority of the rainfall should be over by sunrise.
Amtrak announced Thursday it is suing Metro-North for allegedly blocking nonrevenue trains on a portion of the busy Northeast Corridor for over two months.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
The Montclair School District Board of Education voted Wednesday to eliminate freshmen sports programs due to budget cuts.
A New Jersey mother claims her son died at a day program for developmentally disabled adults because of negligence.
Round-trip rail tickets were going to cost World Cup fans $150. They will now be $105, NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri said Thursday.
Firefighters are still putting out hot spots on buildings destroyed by a massive warehouse fire in Belleville, New Jersey, that started Sunday.
Rutgers University has rescinded its invitation to a graduation speaker, saying his anti-Israel comments make some uncomfortable.
The MTA and five of its unions are embroiled in a contract dispute that could trigger the LIRR's first work stoppage in more than 30 years.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $268 billion budget that includes a pied-à-terre tax targeting wealthy New York City second home owners.
Brookhaven town residents are anxious and worried about the underwater toxic plume created by the landfill.
It's a mixed bag for Gov. Kathy Hochul in the latest poll.
Police identified the suspect in the deadly stabbing of two women on Long Island, saying he lived with one of them and worked with the other.
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board held a preliminary vote Thursday proposing a potential increase for 1 million rent-stabilized apartments across the five boroughs.
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams is weighing in on the ongoing war of words between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and billionaire Ken Griffin.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $268 billion budget that includes a pied-à-terre tax targeting wealthy New York City second home owners.
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani has now left the intensive care unit, his spokesperson said, after being hospitalized with pneumonia.
A former cellmate has previously claimed that the note was written by Epstein after a failed suicide attempt less than a month before his death.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
There's been a confirmed measles case in Manhattan, health officials said Tuesday.
Keyport residents say they're on edge because of dozens of cancer cases over the years in a neighborhood near the former Aeromarine landfill.
The B.R.O. Experience Foundation uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mentorship and creative expression to support men of color navigating identity.
Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" has canceled two weeks of performances following a fire at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
Firefighters responded to Broadway's Eugene O'Neill Theater Monday morning after a blaze broke out.
The 2026 Met Gala's dress code is "Fashion is Art," which goes hand-in-hand with the theme of "Costume Art."
Jake McCarthy hit a grand slam and matched a career-high with five RBIs as the Rockies snapped a six-game losing streak with a 6-2 over the Mets on Thursday.
Trent Grisham hit a go-ahead, three-run double in a six-run sixth inning, and the Yankees beat the Rangers 9-2 Thursday for their 16th win in 19 games.
OG Anunoby is dealing with a hamstring issue, but the Knicks forward appears to have avoided a serious injury after leaving late in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Joel Embiid has urged 76ers fans not to sell their playoff tickets to Knicks supporters.
The surging New York Mets beat the Colorado Rockies 10-5 on Wednesday night after the start time was pushed back six hours due to a snowstorm.
For more than four decades, residents living beside Brooklyn's District 13 Sanitation Garage in Coney Island have been waiting for the facility to move away from their homes.
There's a swim club in Harlem teaching kids a lifesaving skill, and they're turning timid swimmers into competitors.
The Davis Center at the Harlem Meer is celebrating one year of providing year-round recreation space to New Yorkers while still spreading the word to residents.
Residents displaced by a deadly apartment building fire in Inwood say it was only a matter of time before their building went up in flames.
In New York City, where land is at a premium, a stockpile of pristine soil unearthed at construction sites helps lower emissions and support urban farmers.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
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.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Shop class used to be a major part of school but has been declining for decades. As Bradley Blackburn explains, some colleges are turning to virtual reality to bring back real world skills.
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board held a preliminary vote Thursday proposing a potential increase for 1 million rent-stabilized apartments across the five boroughs.
The WNBA kicks off its 30th season Friday night with a matchup between the Connecticut Sun and the New York Liberty. The Liberty is one of only four original WNBA teams remaining since 1997, so what's the secret to their staying power? Adriana Diaz went to Brooklyn to find out how the Liberty could be a model for all women's sports.
Search crews discovered a second body at the site of a deli fire in the Bronx on Thursday, and the FDNY is now calling the fire suspicious.
The Inwood community gathered Thursday to pray for those impacted by a deadly fire that claimed three lives earlier this week. CBS News New York's Naomi Ruchim reports.
