Staten Island faith leaders reject hateful rhetoric on asylum seekers
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.
A man was charged with assaulting an officer after he allegedly rammed his van into a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in New Jersey, according to prosecutors.
An image of Jalen Brunson and his father, Rick, in an emotional hug after the Knicks' championship win on Saturday spread rapidly. But what came before that moment says a lot more about their relationship.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, retired Justice Arthur Engoron reflected on the highs and lows of the 2023 Trump civil fraud trial.
Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue that he was suffering from an extreme emotional disturbance when he allegedly killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings.
Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue that he was suffering from an extreme emotional disturbance when he allegedly killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings.
Wednesday is sentencing day for Rex Heuermann, long the suspect in Gilgo Beach serial killer case that has loomed over Long Island for more than three decades.
Tuesday was an unusual Election Day in one Long Island village. The job of mayor in Bayville is up for grabs, but no one is officially running.
The best golfers in the world and their passionate fans are descending on Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on Long Island's East End for the 126th U.S. Open.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
Thursday and Friday will be First Alert Weather Days in the New York City area, with high temperatures and the chance for strong storms.
The Stamford Fire Department said high winds ripped the 3,000-square-foot flag off the pole atop the WWE building and sent it flying into electrical wires.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
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.
A man was charged with assaulting an officer after he allegedly rammed his van into a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in New Jersey, according to prosecutors.
Six women and girls had acid thrown on them in Jersey City Monday night, officials said. It happened around 7:30 p.m. on in front of a house on Wilkinson Avenue near Ocean Avenue.
The Tuesday evening rush coincided with the end of the match between Senegal and France at MetLife Stadium.
New Jersey officials are once again urging World Cup ticket holders to lean on public transportation to get to Tuesday's match between France and Senegal.
The FBI is investigating after a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent was struck by a vehicle and then opened fire in New Jersey on Monday morning.
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings.
Wednesday is sentencing day for Rex Heuermann, long the suspect in Gilgo Beach serial killer case that has loomed over Long Island for more than three decades.
Tuesday was an unusual Election Day in one Long Island village. The job of mayor in Bayville is up for grabs, but no one is officially running.
The best golfers in the world and their passionate fans are descending on Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on Long Island's East End for the 126th U.S. Open.
There is good news for hard-pressed New York state residents -- 3 million will be receiving tax relief checks in the next few months.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, retired Justice Arthur Engoron reflected on the highs and lows of the 2023 Trump civil fraud trial.
Tuesday was an unusual Election Day in one Long Island village. The job of mayor in Bayville is up for grabs, but no one is officially running.
There is good news for hard-pressed New York state residents -- 3 million will be receiving tax relief checks in the next few months.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says millions of New York homeowners are set to receive $2 billion in property tax relief.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
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.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
The Broadway revival of the musical (nominated for 11 Tony Awards) depicts drama, joy and heartbreak in the pursuit of the American Dream at the turn of the 20th century, with parallels to the contemporary world, from issues of race to the immigrant experience.
Madonna performed a surprise concert in Times Square weeks before the release of her "Confessions II" album.
An image of Jalen Brunson and his father, Rick, in an emotional hug after the Knicks' championship win on Saturday spread rapidly. But what came before that moment says a lot more about their relationship.
Sal Stewart hit a three-run homer and Spencer Steer added a solo shot during a four-run first inning as the Reds defeated the Mets 5-3 on Tuesday night.
Spencer Jones homered in the second inning, Ben Rice and Paul Goldschmidt each added a two-run drive in the fourth, and the Yankees rocked the White Sox 12-2 on Tuesday night.
The best golfers in the world and their passionate fans are descending on Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on Long Island's East End for the 126th U.S. Open.
The New York Knicks will be honored with a ticker-tape parade Thursday. Here's the parade route, start time, and more.
A vending machine in Coney Island is offering something unusual alongside the neighborhood's classic attractions: original artwork from local artists.
A years-long battle is intensifying over the future of an old rail line in Queens that was abandoned after a fire over 50 years ago.
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
Jasir Gipson was shot by a stray bullet at 5 years old while walking with his mother. More than a decade later, he's graduating from high school with nothing but a smile.
Garbage piling up near freight train tracks is frustrating many Maspeth residents.
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.
An undocumented immigrant is facing charges after he rammed his vehicle into an immigration agent when he was pulled over in New Jersey, according to prosecutors.
A state court hearing revealed Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue that he was suffering from an extreme emotional disturbance when he allegedly killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Two people are hospitalized after a fire broke out at a building on Andrews Avenue in the University Heights section of the Bronx.
New Jersey Democrats are holding a hearing in Newark about the conditions at the ICE detention facility Delaney Hall on Wednesday afternoon.
Anna Strong, a revolutionary patriot, was one of the first female spies in the Culper Spy Ring on Long Island. CBS News New York's Mary Calvi reports.
