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They begged for compassion from those speaking out against taking in people seeking the American dream.
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They begged for compassion from those speaking out against taking in people seeking the American dream.
They begged for compassion Thursday from those speaking out against taking in people seeking the American dream. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
CBS New York's Doug Williams spent the day with a family from Colombia as their two kids returned to the classroom.
Mayor Eric Adams made his strongest comments yet on the asylum seeker crisis Wednesday.
The rush is on to enroll children of asylum seekers in time for Thursday's first day of school in New York City. The lines have been long at the Department of Education's Family Welcome Centers across the five boroughs. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Es9nC7
Chancellor David Banks said the district has enrolled 1,000 new students this summer and 20,000 since last summer.
There were dueling calls for action Tuesday to deal with the thousands of asylum seekers who continue to arrive in New York City, including many families with children. CBS New York's Jessica Moore explores the proposals to help mitigate the crisis and looks at how the school system will deal with the increase in new students.
With the new school year beginning Thursday, Staten Island's borough president is expressing concern that some migrant children may not be vaccinated. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3R3Yj5I
A rally was held Friday opposing a plan to use Atlantic City International Airport as a shelter for asylum seekers.
A crowd gathered in Foley Square to demand action from the White House to accelerate a path to employment.
The 60-day deadline is looming for some asylum seekers to leave New York City-provided shelters. More than 6,000 notices have gone out, and some will be asked to leave in September. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3sBIj0M
New York City Mayor Eric Adams spent the morning trying to turn up the pressure on the federal government to help the city's asylum seeker crisis. CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3sx3cdA
A crowd gathered in Foley Square to demand action from the White House to accelerate a path to employment for asylum seekers. CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports.
The mayor continues to call on the federal government for assistance with the influx of asylum seekers. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest on their efforts.
When school starts on Sept. 7, there will be at least 19,500 migrant students in the system.
Gov. Kathy Hochul met with members of the Biden administration at the White House on Wednesday.
With schools set to open next week, with or without a bus strike, New York City moves into the next phase of coping with the asylum seeker crisis -- finding space, funding and teachers to meet the needs of thousands of children who speak more than a dozen languages. CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has the story. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/44ukyoI
The chancellor is scheduled to speak at 2 p.m. about his plans to help the children of asylum seekers.
Hizzoner is none too pleased with Homeland Security's assessment of the city's handling of the crisis.
Mayor Eric Adams says there's simply no more room in the five boroughs for asylum seekers, but Gov. Kathy Hochul doesn't want them upstate. CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has more on the strong words the mayor had Tuesday.
"If you're not going to do your job, mayor, then let Staten Island secede," Rep. Nicole Malliotakis said.
It came as more pressure was put on the Biden administration and Congress to do something about the massive influx of people seeking the American dream. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner has the story.
More than 100 business executives - representing almost every sector of New York's economy - are throwing their weight behind Gov. Hochul and Mayor Adams in begging for help.
A coalition of some of New York's top business leaders is imploring the Biden administration to deal with a crisis that's "overwhelming" local resources. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
Some Arrochar residents say the people pursuing the American dream didn't come to the U.S. "the right way." CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Two men convicted of staging crashes on New York City highways to get fraudulent insurance payouts have been sentenced.
New Yorkers may be able to see the blood moon during the partial lunar eclipse Thursday, but they're going to have to stay up late, and clouds could impact it.
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed is accused of developing and directing the plot to crash hijacked airliners into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
A fire started in the basement of a South Ozone Park home before spreading early Thursday, according to the FDNY.
Two men convicted of staging crashes on New York City highways to get fraudulent insurance payouts have been sentenced.
New Yorkers may be able to see the blood moon during the partial lunar eclipse Thursday, but they're going to have to stay up late, and clouds could impact it.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
A fire started in the basement of a South Ozone Park home before spreading early Thursday, according to the FDNY.
A Brooklyn community came together Wednesday night to demand justice as police continue to investigate the shooting death of a food delivery worker.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
A nice stretch of weather kicks off the week in the New York City area before a heightened chance of rain returns.
Along with the increasingly humid conditions comes another chance of showers and storms overnight Saturday into Sunday.
Rainy weather returns to the New York City area Sunday, bringing with it the threat of flooding.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is heading to the Little League World Series after beating Darien, Connecticut, in the Metro Region Tournament on Friday.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
A man is dead after a shootout with police in Newport, Rhode Island, that also left an officer injured.
A dean at Rutgers University was arrested for allegedly recording inappropriate videos while working for the school, according to New Jersey prosecutors.
A 9/11 memorial in Jersey City that's in need of repairs and maintenance is getting help from actor Gary Sinise's foundation.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is out of the Little League World Series after losing to Hamilton, Ohio, on Tuesday night.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman says he will comply with New York's new law restricting police cooperation with ICE, but first, he blasted the governor. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Huntington native Jack Kennedy, 18, is making his Grand Slam debut in the U.S. Open this year.
Officers on Long Island deployed a drone to find the suspect after he robbed a home and ran away.
Fifteen sheriffs across New York are asking a judge to block a new law preventing local law enforcement agencies from working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is backtracking again on the controversial rollout of his pied-à-terre tax.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
Fifteen sheriffs across New York are asking a judge to block a new law preventing local law enforcement agencies from working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
The Trump administration said it may need to demolish the Kennedy Center if a plan to close the building for two years as part of a controversial renovation project pushed by President Trump and the organization's board is blocked.
State officials sent letters to agencies across New York instructing them to unwind agreements with ICE by Tuesday.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
This year, ER visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. How can you best avoid tick bites?
A New Yorker has tested positive for West Nile virus, the city health department announced Wednesday.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
NYC's Empire State Building paid tribute to music legend Dolly Parton Tuesday night. Parton, 80, died Tuesday in Nashville, her family announced.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
The AMC Kips Bay 15 on Second Avenue has been open since 1999 but will shut down at the end of 2026, according to a spokesperson.
The Brewers beat the Mets 8-1 on Wednesday night, overcoming an injury to starter Dustin May after one pitch.
The New York Yankees pulled away for a 9-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday night.
Huntington native Jack Kennedy, 18, is making his Grand Slam debut in the U.S. Open this year.
Francisco Lindor scored the winning run on a throwing error in the 10th to lead the Mets past the Brewers 3-2 on Tuesday night.
The Houston Astros beat the New York Yankees 9-7 on Tuesday night.
The DSNY reported an increase in needle stick injuries for New York City sanitation workers.
A Queens homeowner says that overgrown city trees on her block are creating a safety hazard at night.
Neighbors say Flushing Meadows Corona Park has been falling into disrepair for years.
The owner of a beloved Harlem food truck known for its burgers under $5 is retiring and selling the business.
The historic Art Deco bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park is getting a new life as the Rockaway Ocean Club. But as the long-dormant building reopens, some locals are questioning who will have access to its amenities.
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.
Peanut is an 8-year-old chihuahua who is a little shy but plays well with other small dogs and is looking for her forever home.
Severe weather warnings have started popping up as strong storms make their way through New York City and most of the Tri-State Area. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
The new bill will force companies to report how much water and electricity they use at the data center and give those findings to state officials every six months.
Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who splashed her signature polka dots on paintings, sculptures and museum installations around the world, has died, her studio said Thursday.
Two men were sentenced after pleading guilty to staging car crashes on New York City highways to get insurance payouts for damages and injuries. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
