Pop superstar Katy Perry visits Broadway's "& Juliet"
The musical features pop music, including three Katy Perry songs.
Broadway and Beyond
"Sweeney Todd" opening night expected to be star-packed
"Sweeney Todd," starring Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford, opens tonight.
Performers rave about "Bob Fosse's Dancin'" on Broadway
Revival has the signature moves you expect, but also the razzle-dazzle sets and costumes, singing and more.
"Bad Cinderella" cast offers heartfelt message for composer
Andrew Lloyd Webber announced he'd miss opening night of "Bad Cinderella" because his son is critically ill.
"Bob Fosse's Dancin'" opens on Broadway
The reimagined show is directed by original cast member and Tony Award winner Wayne Cilento.
Suzan-Lori Parks brings "The Harder They Come" to the Public
The new musical is based on the Jamaican cult film starring the legendary Jimmy Cliff.
"Parade" revival celebrates opening night on Broadway
The musical, based on a true story, stars Tony Award winner Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond.
Blue Man Group joins CBS2 in studio to discuss off-Broadway show
The group actually got its start in New York City, and there's always something new for the whole family.
Broadway continues recovery 3 years after COVID shutdown
This season brings 37 shows, 17 in spring alone, with a total of 15 musicals.
Stars turn out for opening night of "A Doll's House"
The show is being called much more than a revival of the classic work.
"Funny Girl" sets closing date on Broadway
The musical revival has been playing to sold-out audiences since it opened in April 2022.
"Some Like It Hot" cast honors 102-year-old WWII veteran
World War II veteran Lee Fadem was celebrating his 102nd birthday.
"Parade" tells story "with more love" after neo-Nazi protest
A small group of self-proclaimed neo-Nazis confronted ticket holders in line to see the show last week.
"New York, New York" celebrates city in all its glory and grit
The iconic song sets the stage for a new Broadway musical.
"New York, New York" celebrates city in all its glory and grit
The iconic song sets the stage for a new Broadway musical, CBS2's Ali Bauman reports.
Oscar Isaac, Rachel Brosnahan star in play in Brooklyn
They star in Lorraine Hansberry's "The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window" at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.
New York Philharmonic introduces new conductor, visionary Gustavo Dudamel
The 42-year-old, known as a rock star in the classical music world, comes from the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
New Jersey's Red Bank offers robust, growing arts scene
Red Bank is a walkable city, and at almost every turn, you see arts and entertainment.
First look at new Broadway musical "New York, New York"
The musical is about people trying to find their way and the American dream after arriving in New York City.
500 NYC Public School teachers treated to free Broadway show
The event is a collaboration between the Broadway League and the United Federation of Teachers.
Classic tale gets nonbinary twist at LI playhouse
In a new production of the "Wizard of Oz," the Wicked Witch is nonbinary. We hear from the show's creator and the actor who plays the role.
Chatting with stars of "MJ the Musical"
It's one of Broadway's biggest hits and today we're hearing from two of its stars.
Piano from Broadway play revival heading to the Smithsonian
The piano from "The Piano Lesson" will go to the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Andre De Shields honored for his advocacy for HIV/AIDS community
The Broadway legend will be receiving the Howard Ashman Award at the GMHC's 10th annual cabaret.
NYC restaurants, Broadway and more offering winter discounts
It's part of the city's Winter Outing program that kicks off Tuesday and runs until Feb. 12.
Entertainment
Family of "Let's Get It On" songwriter sues Ed Sheeran
The two songs were released decades apart, but some say they sound seamless when paired together.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The jury ruled that Paltrow was not at fault because she was the "downhill" skier at the time of the accident.
Neil Diamond on coming to terms with his Parkinson's diagnosis
Preview: In an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" April 2, the legendary singer-songwriter talks about his health, his career, and the Broadway production of "A Beautiful Noise," a musical based on his life.
John Legend surprises LI fan on "The Drew Barrymore Show"
You can see the full episode Friday at 9:30 a.m. on CBS2.
Gwyneth Paltrow not responsible for ski crash, jury finds in civil trial
Retired optometrist Terry Sanderson had sued the actress for more than $300,000 over a 2016 collision on a ski slope.
MLB The Show breaks barrier with Negro League players
MLB The Show has broken a video game barrier: For the first time, the franchise will insert some of the greatest Negro League players into the game as playable characters.
Pop superstar Katy Perry visits Broadway's "& Juliet"
The musical features pop music, including three Katy Perry songs.
Actor Jonathan Majors charged after alleged domestic dispute
Police say Majors was arrested for strangulation, assault and harassment. He was later released from custody.
Actor Jonathan Majors arrested on domestic violence charges in New York City
Majors' criminal defense lawyer said he is "completely innocent and provably the victim of an altercation with a woman he knows."
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Sources: 35,000 NYPD officers on standby in case of protests
The NYPD is increasing security outside Trump Tower and courthouses in Manhattan.
Crowds gather to celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility
It was also a historic day in Connecticut, where the trans Pride flag flew over the state capitol.
Police name suspects connected to deadly druggings
The suspects are 30-year-old Jacob Barroso, 34-year-old Robert Demaio and 35-year-old Jayqwan Hamilton.
Gov. announces heightened monitoring after swatting calls
The governor says over three dozen fake active shooter threats were reported at schools across the state Thursday.
Galleria at White Plains mall shuts its doors for good
The huge shopping mall opened in the middle of Downtown White Plains in 1980.
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Crowds gather to celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility
It was also a historic day in Connecticut, where the trans Pride flag flew over the state capitol.
Trans Pride flag raised over Connecticut state capitol
The raising of the flag was in recognition of International Transgender Day of Visibility.
Police: Army vet killed by 14-year-old driver in Dutchess Co.
Investigators believe the teen stole the vehicle a few hours earlier about 35 miles away in Connecticut.
UConn routs Gonzaga for first Final Four in 9 years
Jordan Hawkins scored 20 points and UConn overwhelmed its fourth straight NCAA Tournament opponent.
Conn. aims to strengthen teacher recruiting, retention
Gov. Ned Lamont hopes these changes will create a strong and diverse educator workforce in the state.
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Army sergeant from New Jersey killed in helicopter crash
Solinas and eight others died when two Black Hawk helicopters collided during a training exercise.
Officials: 13-month-old ingests suspected fentanyl, 1 charged
Bergen County prosecutors say on Wednesday, they received a call from Fairview Police about an unresponsive child.
Rise in antisemitic hate crimes leads to more protection
Rabbi David-Seth Kirshner says it's a sad reality that the celebration of freedom must also be a time for caution.
N.J. voters react to unprecedented indictment of Trump
The Summit Diner was packed with voters having breakfast and talking about the former president.
New Jersey state troopers find 4-year-old boy lost in woods
The boy and his dog wandered almost half a mile from home.
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L.I. high school offers cybersecurity elective, first in New York
The students could eventually fill jobs that require understanding the ethics of cybersecurity, and psychology behind how and why people hack.
Local group patrolling vandalism-ridden property on L.I.
Since Dowling College went belly up seven years ago, vandals have stolen or wrecked much of it.
LIPA approves new rates that change based on time of day
When you wash your clothes, cool you home and charge your car could soon impact your electric bill.
Nassau Police implementing new high visibility strategy
Police will divide the county into quadrants, and each will be patrolled by five police vehicles.
NYSP investigating bogus reports of shots fired at schools
Residents of counties across New York state have dealt with the same problem: unfounded reports of shots fired.
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Sources: 35,000 NYPD officers on standby in case of protests
The NYPD is increasing security outside Trump Tower and courthouses in Manhattan.
N.J. voters react to unprecedented indictment of Trump
The Summit Diner was packed with voters having breakfast and talking about the former president.
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman discharged from hospital
The senator had been undergoing treatment for clinical depression.
Meet Karen Gopee, New York's 1st Indo-Caribbean justice
Judge Gopee says when she's faced with adversity, she remembers the sacrifices her parents made.
NYC Pride March organizers pressured to uninvite Gov. Hochul
Four prominent organizations representing health care rights for the LGBTQ community said they won't be in the parade if the governor is there.
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Laundress fabric conditioners recalled over carcinogen risk
Safety regulators say the products could contain ethylene oxide, which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and eye and skin burns.
Millions are about to lose Medicaid. Here's why — and what to do.
For the first time in three years, states will check if people enrolled in the health care program still qualify. Many don't.
Early spring means early symptoms for allergy sufferers
The first leaf out on trees and plants may look pretty, but it can make allergy sufferers miserable.
How you can curb allergy symptoms early
From 2000 through 2020, the season started 19 days earlier and pollen production increased by roughly one-third.
What to know about over-the-counter Narcan in New York
The Food and Drug Administration has approved the overdose-reversing nasal spray for over-the-counter sale.
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Family of "Let's Get It On" songwriter sues Ed Sheeran
The two songs were released decades apart, but some say they sound seamless when paired together.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The jury ruled that Paltrow was not at fault because she was the "downhill" skier at the time of the accident.
Neil Diamond on coming to terms with his Parkinson's diagnosis
Preview: In an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" April 2, the legendary singer-songwriter talks about his health, his career, and the Broadway production of "A Beautiful Noise," a musical based on his life.
John Legend surprises LI fan on "The Drew Barrymore Show"
You can see the full episode Friday at 9:30 a.m. on CBS2.
Gwyneth Paltrow not responsible for ski crash, jury finds in civil trial
Retired optometrist Terry Sanderson had sued the actress for more than $300,000 over a 2016 collision on a ski slope.
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Brunson scores 48, Knicks down Cavs without Randle
The Knicks reduced their magic number to one in their first game without Randle, who sprained his ankle Wednesday.
Bridges has 42, Nets rout Hawks to boost lead for No. 6 seed
Bridges surpassed 40 points for the second time in three games and the third time since coming to the Nets.
Skinner scores in OT to lift Sabres past Rangers
New York has lost two straight but pulled three points behind second-place New Jersey in the Metropolitan Division.
Schumaker gets 1st win, Marlins top Mets behind Chisholm
David Peterson gave up eight hits, struck out five and walked one in five innings.
Haula, Meier score, Devils beat rival Rangers
The Devils opened a four-point lead over the Rangers in the Metropolitan Division with seven games left.
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Singh's Roti Shop: In Richmond Hill, a 30-year-old family business offers a taste of the West Indies
"It's nostalgic because they grew up with it, and it was something that their mom or their grandmother made, so they come to us for that sort of feeling," co-owner Seema Chan told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Casa Della Mozzarella: Father and son Orazio and Carlo Carciotto make fresh cheese in the Bronx
"We make mozzarella 20, 30, 40 times a day," Carlo Carciotto told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Duck Island Bread Company: A former homicide prosecutor is now a baker in Huntington
"Everybody wants to know the baker. When I was trying murder cases, nobody ever wanted to know me," Bob the Baker told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"It's a culture of New York": Hajji's Deli in Harlem is known for its chopped cheese sandwich
"They come from around the world because they want to taste the New York sandwich," manager Salah Alhubaishi told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Royal Rib House: Barbecue is a family legacy in Bed-Stuy
"I have a lot of people in my life that have come and passed through this business, and it's just a great thing. It's a great part of Brooklyn," owner Jason Barnett told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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2023 Yankees Opening Day
Aaron Judge homered, Anthony Volpe made his debut and the Yankees shut out the San Francisco Giants 5-0 at Yankee Stadium.
Times Square hosts surprise engagements, pop-up weddings
The weddings were officiated by a surprise guest -- fashion designer Christian Siriano.
Tributes for Damar Hamlin from Buffalo and beyond
The Buffalo Bills safety is showing remarkable signs of recovery after collapsing on the field during a game.
Thousands brave the rain to ring in 2023 in Times Square
The rain didn't stop thousands of spectators from packing Times Square on New Year's Eve to ring in 2023.
Remembering Pope Benedict XVI's trip to New York City
Pope Benedict XVI traveled around the world, but one of the most poignant trips was to New York City in 2008.
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First Alert Forecast: Red Alert for Saturday afternoon
CBS2's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for March 31 at 11 p.m.
Transgender Day of Visibility celebrated in New York, Connecticut
Friday was Transgender Day of Visibility, and across the country, people took to the streets to celebrate. As CBS2's Alecia Reid reports, teenagers and young adults were a big part of the rallies.
Fetterman leaves hospital after treatment for clinical depression
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman on Friday left Walter Reed Medical Center after being treated for clinical depression.
Hochul announces heightened monitoring after school swatting calls
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced heightened monitoring in response to recent swatting calls at schools across New York.
Army Sgt. David Solinas Jr. of NJ killed in Kentucky helicopter crash
We've learned that one of the nine servicemembers killed in the tragic Army helicopter crash in Kentucky was a New Jersey native. As CBS2's Kristie Keleshian reports, his loved ones are remembering him as a hero.
