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.
Designer John Galliano is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs, but his legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments.
Police are investigating the fatal stabbing of a Queens man inside a luxury apartment building in Long Island City on Saturday.
Strong downpours have dumped rain on parts of New York and New Jersey that are still recovering from last week's severe weather.
New York City is seeing historic lows in crime with the fewest murders and shootings for the first seven months of the year, according to NYPD data.
New York City and parts of New Jersey are under a flood watch due to downpours and strong storms Monday.
Police are investigating the fatal stabbing of a Queens man inside a luxury apartment building in Long Island City on Saturday.
Strong downpours have dumped rain on parts of New York and New Jersey that are still recovering from last week's severe weather.
New York City is seeing historic lows in crime with the fewest murders and shootings for the first seven months of the year, according to NYPD data.
New York City and parts of New Jersey are under a flood watch due to downpours and strong storms Monday.
An SUV and minivan crashed, sending the SUV over the curb and into a woman who was walking with her kids on the sidewalk in Brooklyn.
New York City and parts of New Jersey are under a flood watch due to downpours and strong storms Monday.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area on Monday, bringing the threat of heavy rain and storms that may lead to flash flooding.
There's been a report of a bigfoot sighting near the Pachaug State Forest in Connecticut.
Heavy rain is complicating efforts to recover a teenage boy from the West River in New Haven. Strong currents and an increased flow have made the job even more difficult.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
Strong downpours have dumped rain on parts of New York and New Jersey that are still recovering from last week's severe weather.
New York City and parts of New Jersey are under a flood watch due to downpours and strong storms Monday.
A man wanted in a Reading homicide was arrested while waiting to board a flight to the Dominican Republic at an airport in New Jersey Sunday, police said.
A new parking option is turning into a shopping debate at the Willowbrook Mall in Wayne, New Jersey.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area on Monday, bringing the threat of heavy rain and storms that may lead to flash flooding.
John Elliott reports from Glen Cove, Long Island, for Swim Across America Open Water Swim.
Some homeowners on Long Island say teenage pranks have escalated into vandalism. A game of ding-dong ditch is keeping residents up at night and, in at least one case, has done damage. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge.
Doctors in Suffolk County have reported three cases of a rare tick-borne disease known as rabbit fever so far this summer. A 9-year-old boy shared his experiences with the illness.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
The order came after Republican Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn threatened to block Blanche's confirmation for Attorney General if the fund was not rescinded in writing.
The Consul General of Israel in New York is calling on Mayor Zohran Mamdani to change his anti-Israel rhetoric before Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits the city in September for the United Nations General Assembly.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
A Brooklyn grandmother went to the dentist hoping to fix her smile. Instead, her daughter says she lost her teeth, her health, and her independence.
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
A seventh person has died from Legionnaires' disease in connection with the Upper East Side cluster, New York City's health commissioner said Thursday.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
Designer John Galliano is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs, but his legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
José Caballero lined a two-run homer, Gerrit Cole pitched into the sixth inning and the New York Yankees hung on to top the Chicago Cubs 2-1 on Sunday.
The Miami Marlins beat the Mets 2-0 Sunday shortly after New York traded opening day starter Freddy Peralta to Tampa Bay.
Peralta has been a disappointment for the Mets after they acquired him from Milwaukee in a January trade.
The Chicago Cubs evened their series with the New York Yankees with a 5-2 win on Saturday night.
The New York Red Bulls beat Orlando 3-2 on Saturday night.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
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.
Meteorologist Vanessa Murdock has your latest forecast.
New York City and parts of New Jersey are under a flood watch due to downpours and strong storms Monday. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
A mother and daughter were rushed to the hospital after a car hit them on the sidewalk in Brooklyn.
Early voting in Connecticut began on Monday for a series of races, including the Democratic nominee for governor.
A shooting Sunday night in Yonkers left a 20-year-old dead and four other teens injured. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
