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New York producer Maggie Cole and three friends from Chicago, Boston and DC took on the challenge.
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New York producer Maggie Cole and three friends from Chicago, Boston and DC took on the challenge.
Gov. Kathy Hochul criticized former President Donald Trump's tax policies one day after he held a rally on Long Island.
People will do anything for their pets, but some owners are saying the costs at the vet are now outrageously high.
Thomas Hayes, chairman and managing member at Great Hill Capital, joins CBS New York to discuss the Fed meeting.
There won't be a back-to-school sales tax holiday in New Jersey this year after lawmakers repealed the break just two years after enacting it.
Two New York City nonprofits released a policy brief Tuesday recommending ways the city and state can address the cost of living.
A report by public policy think tank 5BORO Institute found that more than 80% of families cannot afford child care.
Managing money is as vital as ever as rents keep rising. It's also important for parents to start talking to their kids about budgeting at a young age. Roy Paul from the New York-based nonprofit Cents Ability shares tips with CBS New York.
A study found that median rent rose nearly 25% in northwest Queens from December 2022 to December 2023.
It's crunch time for students looking to go to college, with many applications due in the coming weeks. CBS New York's John Dias has some tips when applying for scholarships.
Consumers often hear a car loses its value once you drive it off the lot, but that may not be the case anymore.
Experts say the end of the year is the time to check on how much you're actually spending.
Approximately 60,000 children in Long Island schools don't get enough to eat.
The plan would benefit those who don't qualify for loan forgiveness under the current temporary program.
New York State Gas and Electric customers should get ready for their bills to go up in November.
Millions of borrowers are one again responsible for their student loan debt payments after a more than three year pause.
Nonprofits and volunteers across our region are helping babies in need.
The bill is coming due for students who took out loans to finance their education. Now, many borrowers need to rework their budgets to make their payments.
International travel is seeing the biggest spike this year, up 44% from 2022, according to experts.
Shoppers in national surveys say they are spending more than ever. Families are trying different strategies to stretch every dollar.
Most clothing and footwear under $100 are exempt from sales and use tax in Connecticut this week.
Get ready to dig a little deeper to pay for your commute.
New Yorkers are feeling the squeeze as rents hit a new high.
Experts predict this back to school shopping season could set a new record for the most expensive one ever, increasing more than $24 billion compared to last year.
Skoolie Living refers to those who convert school buses, known as skoolies, into livable spaces for a fraction of the cost of purchasing a traditional home or paying rent.
President Trump is expected to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. That means a massive security undertaking.
Surveillance video shows a gang of Pokémon card thieves smashing the display cases at Big Pack Hobby Shop in Rochelle Park.
A Long Island jury found Steven Schwally guilty of 2nd degree murder for ramming his car into a Deer Park nail salon while drunk.
A 15-year-old died after being trapped inside a house during a fire in the Westchester County city of Peekskill, according to fire officials.
John Gotti's grandson Carmine Gotti Agnello was arrested Wednesday for allegedly assaulting a woman, Nassau County Police said.
President Trump is expected to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. That means a massive security undertaking.
A 15-year-old died after being trapped inside a house during a fire in the Westchester County city of Peekskill, according to fire officials.
John Gotti's grandson Carmine Gotti Agnello was arrested Wednesday for allegedly assaulting a woman, Nassau County Police said.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 begins in just one week. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is a huge fan of the beautiful game, and also loves the connection it has with food.
Gov. Kathy Hochul, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and MTA CEO Janno Lieber unveiled a massive transportation security plan Thursday to make sure World Cup matches are the best they can be.
It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
It's back to feeling like spring, and even summer on some days, as warm weather and sunshine return to the New York area.
A final round of showers is moving through the New York area in the morning before the rest of the week turns much drier and warmer.
The New York area is off to a soggy start to the unofficial kickoff of summer with rainy weather this Memorial Day Weekend.
It's a gloomy day with rain lingering across the Tri-State Area as Memorial Day weekend shapes up to be unsettled.
Surveillance video shows a gang of Pokémon card thieves smashing the display cases at Big Pack Hobby Shop in Rochelle Park.
Protesters and Newark police clashed Wednesday night outside Delaney Hall, just one day after a 9 p.m. curfew was lifted outside the ICE detention center in Newark.
For weeks, there have been protests inside and outside Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark. One woman whose husband is inside is scheduled to give birth Thursday. She just wants him to come home.
A car crashed into a River Edge, N.J. building early Wednesday morning and burst into flames. Residents used the fire escape to get out.
Here are the results for the Primary Day races in New Jersey.
A Long Island jury found Steven Schwally guilty of 2nd degree murder for ramming his car into a Deer Park nail salon while drunk.
John Gotti's grandson Carmine Gotti Agnello was arrested Wednesday for allegedly assaulting a woman, Nassau County Police said.
If you ride an e-bike or e-scooter in the Long Island city of Long Beach, don't take it on the boardwalk or you could face a hefty fine.
With Game 1 of the NBA Finals set for Wednesday night in San Antonio, New York City has three official Knicks watch parties -- inside and outside Madison Square Garden and in Central Park.
A prediction market reported former U.S. Rep. George Santos to federal prosecutors after he boasted he'd be going to President Trump's State of the Union address, then bet against his own attendance, the Associated Press reported.
Trump, a native New Yorker and self-described Knicks fan, said he was invited to attend a Knicks playoff game by the team's owner James Dolan, who has donated to Mr. Trump's political campaigns.
Gov. Kathy Hochul, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and MTA CEO Janno Lieber unveiled a massive transportation security plan Thursday to make sure World Cup matches are the best they can be.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul tapped into World Cup mania on Wednesday, announcing a multimillion-dollar program to build soccer pitches all over the state.
For weeks, there have been protests inside and outside Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark. One woman whose husband is inside is scheduled to give birth Thursday. She just wants him to come home.
A prediction market reported former U.S. Rep. George Santos to federal prosecutors after he boasted he'd be going to President Trump's State of the Union address, then bet against his own attendance, the Associated Press reported.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
There's no vaccine for the Bourbon virus, nor medicine to treat it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Marie Francillion was diagnosed with lung cancer after she was feeling heartburn and shoulder pain. She said she's able to remain hopeful and spend more time with her family because of a different type of treatment.
New York City's Department of Health is evaluating an East Village apartment complex after two residents were diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease over the course of a year.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
Knicks superfan Spike Lee stopped by CBS Mornings to give his thoughts as the Knicks get set to play in the NBA Finals, and he offered his prediction, too.
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
Not many people know Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe's splash to stardom began at a Long Island beach.
Federal prosecutors have indicted ex-Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier on additional charges related to a sports gambling sting.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 begins in just one week. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is a huge fan of the beautiful game, and also loves the connection it has with food.
Gov. Kathy Hochul, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and MTA CEO Janno Lieber unveiled a massive transportation security plan Thursday to make sure World Cup matches are the best they can be.
Thousands of Knicks fans converged on Madison Square Garden on Wednesday night for a pair of NBA Finals watch parties.
Jalem Brunson finished with 30 points as the Knicks overcame a double-digit third-quarter deficit and beat the Spurs 105-95 in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday night.
Russell Wilson announced in a video on social media that he's retiring from the NFL after 14 seasons.
Garbage piling up near freight train tracks is frustrating many Maspeth residents.
Residents and elected officials are urging the MTA to reopen the Long Island Rail Road's former Elmhurst station, arguing that the neighborhood has outgrown its current transit options.
Before there was a Brooklyn, there was a flagpole, and since the earliest days of our country, it stood as a symbol of freedom and self-determination.
Monitor Point proposal in Greenpoint would bring 1,150 apartments, including 460 affordable units, to former industrial waterfront site.
Gold Star families, veterans and thousands of spectators gathered in Bay Ridge to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
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.
We're getting insight into what it takes to Broadway create musicals. Hard-working creative teams bring shows to life. They are directors, choreographers, musicians, lighting designers and more. Ahead of the Tony Awards, we hear from some of those nominees.
The Knicks defeated the Spurs 105-95 in Game 1, as their playoff winning streak grows to 12 games.
Ehrenreich is part of the ensemble in the dark comedy's revival on Broadway.
Jasper is a 1-year-old British shorthair looking for a forever home.
It's a hot day out with another two very warm days on deck. But, there's a cool down coming next week. CBS News New York Meteorologist John Elliott has the forecast.
