Hamas, Israel moving closer to ceasefire agreement
An agreement would reportedly include the release of dozens of hostages. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has the latest developments.
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An agreement would reportedly include the release of dozens of hostages. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has the latest developments.
President Biden says Hamas is "backing away" from a cease-fire proposal as Palestinian officials accuse Israel of bombing a school in Gaza.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the U.S. "will not support" an Israeli military operation in the southern city of Rafah without a "credible plan to protect civilians."
In Israel for his 7th visit during the war in Gaza, Antony Blinken conveys "cautious optimism" to hostage families that a deal could be reached.
There is a push to broker a deal in the Israel-Hamas war. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in the region, hoping to get Hamas to release hostages and Israel to agree to a ceasefire. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.
Israel's leader says he'll fight any U.S. sanctions against his forces stemming from alleged pre-Gaza war human rights violations.
The visit came as migrants are crossing the border in record numbers and Congress has been unable to reach a consensus on funding border security.
Israel pounded targets in the southern Gaza Strip, intensifying a renewed offensive after a weeklong truce with Hamas and giving rise to renewed concerns about civilian casualties.
The announcement comes as Secretary of State Antony Blinken heads back to Israel. The hope is more American hostages will be released. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
This was Secretary of State Antony Blinken's first visit to the West Bank since the Oct. 7 terrorist attack in Gaza.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited with Arab leaders Sunday as Israeli officials say a humanitarian pause in Gaza will not be possible unless more than 240 hostages are released. Cristian Benavides reports for CBS New York. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/49h5ZZj
Secretary of State Antony Blinken remains in the Middle East, meeting with leaders from Egypt and Jordan. This comes as Israel Defense Forces have escalated attacks inside Gaza. A warning that some of the images in this video are disturbing. Cristian Benavides reports for CBS New York. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/40qp4nS
During his third trip to Israel since the conflict with Hamas started a month ago, Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged Israel to ensure more humanitarian aid gets to Gaza.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken was back in Israel on Friday delivering a message to the prime minister. It comes as Israeli military activity continued in the Gaza Strip. Erica Brown reports for CBS New York. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/40qp4nS
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in New York City for the hearing, as family members of those being held hostage by Hamas gather outside to plead for their safe return. CBS New York's Christina Fan is live with the very latest.
More humanitarian aid arrived Sunday at the Gaza border with Egypt. CBS New York's Tina Kraus reports.
"We are concerned at the possibility of Iranian proxies, escalating their attacks against our own personnel," Blinken said on "Face the Nation."
Two U.S. hostages, a mother and a daughter from suburban Chicago, were released by the Hamas militant group on Friday, officials announced. The freed hostages were identified as Judith and Natalie Raanan, according to a spokesperson for the Israeli prime minister's office. Secretary of State Antony Blinken took questions from reporters at the State Department about the hostage release. Following the briefing, CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini had more on efforts to release other hostages.
Organizers called Mayor Eric Adams' prayer vigil in Midtown earlier Monday an event of unity and of mourning.
The attack has killed at least 700 people in Israel so far, with hundreds more injured and an unknown number of people taken hostage by Hamas.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken wrapped up a two-day trip to Beijing, saying the United States has no illusions about the challenges of managing its relationship with China. The comments follow Blinken's high-stakes meeting with China's president. Skyler Henry reports for CBS2. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3JmhK55
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday in Beijing. The meeting comes amid growing tension with China, which has made a series of "provocative" actions recently, according to the Pentagon. Margaret Brennan reports from Beijing.
The top U.S. diplomat capped 2 days of meetings in Beijing by sitting down with China's leader, as both countries work to pull relations back from a "low point."
Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Beijing on Sunday for two days of talks. It's the first United States diplomatic mission there in five years. "Face the Nation" host Margaret Brennan is traveling with them. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3PjNmwf
Antony Blinken is the highest-level American official to visit China since President Biden took office and the first secretary of state in five years to make the trip.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
New York City and MTA officials are looking at a potential project that would capture excess heat on subway platforms in the summer to warm nearby buildings in the winter.
The man who prosecutors say orchestrated the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, Duane "Keffe D" Davis, is scheduled to go to trial almost 30 years after the drive-by shooting in Las Vegas.
Residents of a Newark apartment complex got a startling wakeup call Sunday morning when police in tactical gear, responding to reports of multiple people shot, stormed their building.
An investigation is underway in the Bronx after a child fell out of a five-story window and onto the sidewalk on Sunday afternoon.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
New York City and MTA officials are looking at a potential project that would capture excess heat on subway platforms in the summer to warm nearby buildings in the winter.
An investigation is underway in the Bronx after a child fell out of a five-story window and onto the sidewalk on Sunday afternoon.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
A retired New York City police chief died Friday after drowning in a backyard pool on Long Island, police say.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
The New York area will get some brief relief Sunday from the humid weather.
Friday evening brought yet another round of prolific thunderstorms to the Tri-State Area.
A 16-year-old boy was killed after he was hit Wednesday night by a Metro-North train going from Danbury to South Norwalk, police said.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
Residents of a Newark apartment complex got a startling wakeup call Sunday morning when police in tactical gear, responding to reports of multiple people shot, stormed their building.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
The New York area will get some brief relief Sunday from the humid weather.
A camper and two lifeguards went to a Newark pool expecting a normal summer day. A child's life depended on all three.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
The NYPD is mourning the death of a former chief.
A retired New York City police chief died Friday after drowning in a backyard pool on Long Island, police say.
New York State Police are urging people across the region to report any sightings of 32-year-old Thomas Ryan, who is wanted in connection with the death of his father. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
In a narrow 50-49 vote, President Trump's former defense lawyer was confirmed as attorney general in a vote early Saturday.
The measure was approved in a 90 to 6 vote and now goes to the House.
A group of New York City homeowners is suing to delay the implementation of the new pied-à-terre tax, saying Mayor Zohran Mamdani bungled the rollout.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of documents and images related to UFOs, the fifth disclosure in recent months about the strange encounters.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The New York Hotel and Gaming Trades Council claims The High Line Hotel tested positive for Legionella bacteria twice this summer.
Several lawsuits were announced Thursday against New York City and others connected to a deadly 2025 Legionnaires' outbreak in Harlem.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed new legislation Wednesday to strengthen inspections on cooling towers in New York City.
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.
Actor and comedian Bowen Yang will portray Mary Todd Lincoln in Broadway's "Oh, Mary!" for a limited 12-week run starting in September.
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.
The New York Mets routed the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-1 on Sunday afternoon.
Don Nelson was one of two coaches in NBA history to have at least 250 wins with three different franchises — Milwaukee, Dallas and Golden State.
Michael Harris II opened the 10th inning with an RBI single, and the Braves beat the Yankees 2-1 on Sunday to prevent a three-game sweep.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the New York Mets 9-0 on Saturday night to end a four-game skid.
Mariano Rivera was back on the field at the Yankees' annual Old-Timers' Day on Saturday.
Some residents of a Queens building say a temporary boiler truck parked outside has become a nearly two-year fixture, emitting smoke they say drifts into their homes.
Harlem Week 2026 brings past and present Harlemites together to honor the neighborhood's legacy.
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.
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.
Jury selection will begin Monday, nearly 30 years after the legendary rapper was gunned down in Las Vegas. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reports.
City and transportation officials want to study whether they can capture excess heat from the platforms to store for the winter. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
The drawing determines the random order in which candidate names will appear on the ballot.
James Simmons, 61, was arrested after a 66-year-old man was hit and killed by a USPS box truck.
A 23-year-old man died, and another was injured after police said they were both stabbed on Nagle Avenue.
