Millions of students use these pouches to lock up their cellphones
At least 2.5 million students across the country are using Yondr pouches, as 35 states have laws or rules limiting cellphones in schools.
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At least 2.5 million students across the country are using Yondr pouches, as 35 states have laws or rules limiting cellphones in schools.
Superintendent Laurie Newell said Thursday the district has been hosting job fairs this summer, and will continue outreach this fall.
Students will lose access to their personal electronic devices from bell to bell. That includes phones, smartwatches and tablets.
CBS News New York's Doug Williams spoke to students and parents about the new rule, while Natalie Duddridge was on hand for the first day in classrooms in Jersey City.
Local News NYC students head back to school, now with cellphone-free classrooms newyork By Updated on: September 4, 2025 / 7:31 AM EDT / CBS New York The first day of school for New York City students is here. Several new schools open Thursday, and students will have to adjust to a new rule – a statewide ban on cellphones during school hours.
It's the first day of school, and CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook is catching up with families outside one of the new schools in Jamaica, Queens.
Thursday marks the first day of school for New York City public school students. CBS News New York's Christina Fan and Elijah Westbrook have team coverage.
Classes resume Thursday in many locations. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello checked in with some teachers, who are busy getting ready for the new year.
Newark is in the middle of a 10-year plan to transform the school district and hopes to build on last year's achievements.
The superintendent says there’s a lot of exciting news as the school year begins, including a brand new specialized high school. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
CBS News New York's Nick Caloway went to Travell Elementary School on Tuesday, where building community is the early goal.
This year, the district is unveiling a brand new school called the Newark School of Architecture and Interior Design. CBS News New York's Christina Fan takes us there.
It's back to school Tuesday for students in Newark. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has a look at what's new this year.
If you have waited until the last minute to finish back-to-school shopping, experts say at this point, it may pay to wait a little longer.
For public school students in New York, this year may feel different than any other due to a statewide ban on cellphones in schools.
While it's just too early to know the impact it will have, CBS News New York's Doug Williams explains what it could mean for mental health, classroom interactions, and social media addiction.
As part of CBS News New York's back-to-school series this week, we spoke to experts about the uses -- and risks -- of AI in education.
It's not just students who are using it. A growing number of teachers, principals and administrators are, as well. CBS News New York's Doug Williams spoke to experts about the uses -- and risks -- of AI in education.
As college students head back to campus, universities across the country are dealing with a wave of hoaxes involving mass shootings. The latest happened Monday at the University of Arkansas.
Police say one of the victims, a 17-year-old girl from Hartford, is hospitalized in critical condition after the shooting. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has reaction from her family.
The new vaccine recommendations just came down, as parents prepare to send their kids back to school. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Back-to-school time is nearly upon us, and rising prices have some concerned parents rushing to buy supplies mid-summer. Ali Bauman reports.
Artificial intelligence use is growing in schools, but questions over how and if it should be used remain. Audrey Kindred, director of family programs at the New York Society for Ethical Culture, shares more about the implications of AI use in classrooms.
CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge spoke to students and administrators on Thursday.
It's the first day of school for NYC public schools and nearly a million students in the nation's largest district. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge has all the excitement.
The autopsy on Burim Havolli revealed he died from a pre-existing medical condition, the NYPD said.
Jean-Gabriel Pageau scored a short-handed goal in overtime, and the New York Islanders defeated the Vegas Golden Knights for their third straight win.
When New York City drivers don't pay their tolls, small debts can explode into tens of thousands of dollars.
Rookie TreVeyon Henderson rushed for two touchdowns and made a TD catch to help Drake Maye and the Patriots win their eighth straight game, 27-14 over the Jets.
A U.S. attorney's office in Albany will defend the Trump administration in a lawsuit brought by fired prosecutor Maurene Comey, after her former office in Manhattan recused itself from the case.
The autopsy on Burim Havolli revealed he died from a pre-existing medical condition, the NYPD said.
When New York City drivers don't pay their tolls, small debts can explode into tens of thousands of dollars.
A man who allegedly threatened to "shoot up" a Manhattan hospital was fatally shot by NYPD officers Thursday.
Aaron Judge became the Yankees' fourth three-time AL MVP winner, edging the Mariners' Cal Raleigh with 17 first-place votes to 13 for the switch-hitting catcher.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams made a move that could stymie Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's desire to demolish the Elizabeth Street Garden to build affordable housing.
A severe geomagnetic storm brought the northern lights, or aurora borealis, back to the New York City area on Wednesday night.
Tuesday is Veterans Day, and it's a First Alert Weather Day due to the cold and wind.
A freeze warning goes into effect Monday across the New York City area as the coldest weather of the season so far arrives.
It comes after last week's deadly storm brought damaging winds that knocked down trees around the city and the Tri-State Area.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day as we deal with the messy conditions, especially during the evening commute.
A New Jersey man is the first person believed to have died from alpha-gal syndrome, a meat allergy triggered by a tick bite, researchers say.
Jersey City mayoral hopefuls Jim McGreevey and James Solomon will take part in a runoff election on Dec. 2.
A New Jersey nonprofit says the government shutdown put a spotlight on just how many people are in need.
Police say three churches were hit on Oct. 5. The suspect used spray paint to write anti-Christian messages on the facade of the churches.
A severe geomagnetic storm brought the northern lights, or aurora borealis, back to the New York City area on Wednesday night.
The historic Wells Farm on the border of Riverhead and Northville on Long Island went up in flames Wednesday evening.
The government shutdown impacted nearly 200,000 Long Island residents who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
Some are questioning how and why Maria Delgado ended up as the Working Families Party candidate for Huntington town supervisor.
The former Long Island sleep center worker who pleaded guilty to secretly recording patients and co-workers in the bathroom could now face jail time after a judge delayed his sentencing.
Opening statements took place in the trial of Linda Sun, who is accused of secretly working as an undisclosed agent for the Chinese government.
A U.S. attorney's office in Albany will defend the Trump administration in a lawsuit brought by fired prosecutor Maurene Comey, after her former office in Manhattan recused itself from the case.
Thousands of pages of Epstein documents released by the House Oversight Committee include emails and texts with close contacts that often touched on President Trump.
Jersey City mayoral hopefuls Jim McGreevey and James Solomon will take part in a runoff election on Dec. 2.
The government shutdown impacted nearly 200,000 Long Island residents who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
Acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Alina Habba's office was violently vandalized Wednesday by a person who earlier in the day had been denied entry to the building because he had a baseball bat, two sources said.
A New Jersey man is the first person believed to have died from alpha-gal syndrome, a meat allergy triggered by a tick bite, researchers say.
Some New York lawmakers and advocates are calling for Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign the "Medical Aid In Dying" bill, also known as MAID.
The major medical office chain Optum will be closing nearly 90 clinics across New Jersey.
The NYC Department of Correction and the Caribbean Women's Health Association are helping expectant mothers prepare for childbirth with dignity, even while in custody.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
America's largest festival for non-fiction cinema opens Nov. 12, offering more than 115 feature-length documentaries plus short films, available in NYC theaters and streaming. Check out the remarkable lineup.
Actress Eva LaRue opens up about her yearslong stalker and the two-part documentary detailing her experience.
The Radio City Rockettes celebrated their 100th anniversary with a street renaming ceremony outside Radio City Music Hall.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Jean-Gabriel Pageau scored a short-handed goal in overtime, and the New York Islanders defeated the Vegas Golden Knights for their third straight win.
Rookie TreVeyon Henderson rushed for two touchdowns and made a TD catch to help Drake Maye and the Patriots win their eighth straight game, 27-14 over the Jets.
Aaron Judge became the Yankees' fourth three-time AL MVP winner, edging the Mariners' Cal Raleigh with 17 first-place votes to 13 for the switch-hitting catcher.
Defenseman Simon Nemec scored his third goal of the game at 3:28 of the overtime to lift the New Jersey Devils to a 4-3 win over the Chicago Blackhawks.
The New York Rangers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 7-3 on Wednesday night for their second straight win.
Business owners in Gravesend say abandoned and double-parked cars are clogging McDonald Avenue, hurting their livelihoods and creating dangerous conditions.
At the Malikah Safety Center in Astoria, Queens, Muslim women are learning more than just self-defense.
The homeowner said he had a valid reason for sawing down the trees at Powell's Cove Park and was not trying to break the law.
Residents and transit advocates call for for more transparency and community input before the plan is finalized.
National Urban League opens a new 17-story headquarters and affordable housing program in Harlem.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
The Brooklyn District Attorney determined there was no criminality in Burim Havolli's death.
Police officers shot and killed the man who allegedly threatened to "shoot up" Mount Sinai Hospital. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
The Trump administration says it is rewarding some government workers who stayed on the job, despite not getting paid. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Researchers believe the man contracted a meat allergy from a lone star tick bite.
Patrick Brady, 42, went into cardiac arrest on the roof of a burning building in East Flatbush, FDNY officials said.
