Hidden history of golf legend John Shippen revealed by determined N.J. couple
John Shippen was a child of former slaves who found his way onto a golf course and made history there. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston reports.
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John Shippen was a child of former slaves who found his way onto a golf course and made history there. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston reports.
In recognition of Black History Month, CBS News New York's Allen Devlin profiles Eunice Hunton Carter, New York's first Black female prosecutor.
In Harlem, a hall-of-famer gymnast is inspiring the next generation in the sport.
Brooklyn-based Herrana Addisu is shining a light on history and the human rights issues affecting Black and African communities. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reports.
As CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports, they're learning songs that unite cultures, and some of them are in Yiddish.
Harlem's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture centennial anniversary began last year, and 2026 marks 100 years since the library became owner of its namesake's personal collection, making it a full-fledged research center.
Corona is the neighborhood the legendary jazz musician called home for more than 30 years. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
The legendary Minton's Playhouse Jazz Lounge is celebrating Black History Month with a lineup of performances honoring the past, present and future of jazz. One of the owners, Joel Clacken, previews the performances and looks back at the incredible history of Minton's Playhouse.
As we celebrate Black History Month, an advanced placement class at Park East High School in East Harlem is expanding. The course teaches students about people and places that are sometimes overlooked. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid reports.
Allen Devlin hosts CBS News New York's Black History Month special, "Preserving New York's Black History."
Black history is New York history. Everywhere you look, you see how African Americans helped shape and mold the city. Allen Devlin hosts CBS News New York's Black History Month special, "Preserving New York's Black History."
Before there was Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, there was San Juan Hill, a diverse neighborhood of 7,000. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
February is Black History Month, and the Brooklyn Children's Museum is holding a special festival. As CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger reports, it's designed to keep kids learning during mid-winter recess.
A look at the lives of Dr. Susan Smith McKinney Steward, New York's first Black female doctor, and her sister Sarah J. S. Tompkins Garnet, NYC's first Black female principal. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
Many years ago, Addisleigh Park, Queens was the place to be. It was known to many as "Black Hollywood East."
CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has more on how one man's multiple inventions are playing a big role in our daily lives.
Liz Player, Founder, Executive and Artistic Director, The Harlem Chamber Players joins CBS New York to discuss the Black History Month event.
CBS News New York's Elle McLogan shows us how the landmarked historic district of Addisleigh Park endures as a symbol of resilience and pride.
A special exhibition in the heart of the Theater District focuses on Black storytellers. Playwrights, directors, musicians and actors are in the spotlight. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin takes us inside to learn the history, feel the joy and see the inspiration.
CBS News New York's Dave Carlin has more on the expansive look at playwrights, directors, musicians and actors.
The Schomburg Center is celebrating its 100th anniversary while preserving more than 11 million items in the archive.
As the Schomburg Center marks its 100th year, CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell shows us how a new generation of librarians keeps the legacy going.
Troy Washington, Assistant Director for Media, Jobs to Move America joins CBS New York to discuss Black History Month and this year's theme of labor.
As CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford reports, the event was organized to showcase some of the culture of historically Black universities and colleges and to inspire the next generation.
Students with the Bronx Youth Empowerment Program took the stage Saturday to kick off Black History Month.
The Washington Nationals rallied from an early five-run deficit Tuesday night to defeat the New York Mets 9-6.
Federal agents can no longer make arrests without exceptional circumstances in and around three Manhattan buildings where immigration proceedings occur, a judge ruled.
A New York state lawmaker is trying to nullify a NYC law that requires security gates on storefronts to be mostly transparent.
Fire deaths in New York City are up more than 60% compared to this time last year, data shows.
A teen swimmer went missing in the Rockaways on Tuesday afternoon.
Federal agents can no longer make arrests without exceptional circumstances in and around three Manhattan buildings where immigration proceedings occur, a judge ruled.
A New York state lawmaker is trying to nullify a NYC law that requires security gates on storefronts to be mostly transparent.
Fire deaths in New York City are up more than 60% compared to this time last year, data shows.
A teen swimmer went missing in the Rockaways on Tuesday afternoon.
The NYPD is searching for a prisoner that bolted from police custody in Brooklyn Tuesday afternoon.
New York City and New Jersey are under a heat advisory and air quality alert as the hazy and humid weather settles in across the Tri-State Area.
The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
Keep an umbrella nearby as there's a chance for showers across the New York and New Jersey area. But the weather will turn to sunshine and warm temperatures for the weekend.
The weather on Wednesday will be a mix of sunshine and clouds with the potential for a shower in New York City. In the evening, rain becomes more widespread.
An unsettled pattern continues through the entire Mother's Day weekend in the New York City area.
A 1.8-magnitude earthquake shook near Gladstone, New Jersey, Tuesday afternoon.
New York City and New Jersey are under a heat advisory and air quality alert as the hazy and humid weather settles in across the Tri-State Area.
A jury found Paul Caneiro guilty in February of murdering his brother, sister-in-law, niece and nephew before setting their New Jersey mansion on fire in 2018.
New Jersey wants to help bars and restaurants cash in on the FIFA World Cup by letting them sell more alcohol during the 39-day tournament.
Research conducted by one of New Jersey's largest credit unions found a trip down the Jersey Shore is going to cost 11% more this year on average.
New York City and New Jersey are under a heat advisory and air quality alert as the hazy and humid weather settles in across the Tri-State Area.
The Long Island Rail Road is now back up and running after the MTA and unions reached a tentative deal to end the strike.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the MTA and LIRR unions reached "a fair deal" to end the strike after three days.
If history is any indication, the LIRR strike has potential to derail Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul's bid for reelection.
LIRR commuters are taking shuttle buses and subways into New York City as the largest commuter rail system in North America remains shut down.
Federal agents can no longer make arrests without exceptional circumstances in and around three Manhattan buildings where immigration proceedings occur, a judge ruled.
A New York state lawmaker is trying to nullify a NYC law that requires security gates on storefronts to be mostly transparent.
New York City has extended nearly 100,000 3-K and Pre-K offers for the upcoming school year, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday.
The Long Island Rail Road is now back up and running after the MTA and unions reached a tentative deal to end the strike.
If history is any indication, the LIRR strike has potential to derail Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul's bid for reelection.
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.
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed millions to keep the program open, but the reforms would cut reimbursement rates for private duty nurses.
A New York native is among 16 American passengers who are quarantining in Nebraska after being on the cruise ship that is at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak.
American passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which was hit with a deadly outbreak of the hantavirus, are back in the U.S. Three of the at least 10 people confirmed infected in the outbreak have died.
The well-known film critic and journalist Rex Reed has died at 87.
"The Pitt" star Isa Briones is bringing heightened pride and Filipino presence to both stage and screen.
Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" has canceled two weeks of performances following a fire at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
The Washington Nationals rallied from an early five-run deficit Tuesday night to defeat the New York Mets 9-6.
The New York Yankees survived another shaky performance by David Bednar to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-6 Monday night at Yankee Stadium.
The Mets became the first National League team to score at least 10 runs in an extra inning since the 1919 Cincinnati Reds.
Tyrone Taylor hit a game-tying three-run homer off All-Star closer David Bednar with two outs in the ninth as the Mets rallied to defeat the Yankees in 10.
Luke Weaver escaped a bases-loaded, no-outs jam against his former team as the Mets beat the Yankees Saturday night to even the Subway Series.
Ahead of the 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, some athletes are showing how simply reaching the starting line is a victory.
The Second Avenue Subway project has entered phase two of extending the "Q" line, but Harlem businesses say they're struggling to co-exist with the construction.
City Council members say requirement for transparent roll-down gates is burdensome for small businesses ahead of the July 1 enforcement deadline.
For more than four decades, residents living beside Brooklyn's District 13 Sanitation Garage in Coney Island have been waiting for the facility to move away from their homes.
There's a swim club in Harlem teaching kids a lifesaving skill, and they're turning timid swimmers into competitors.
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.
Police said a 17-year-old went into the water with friends near Beach 73rd Street and Shore Front Parkway on Tuesday afternoon and has not been seen since. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the latest.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock was in Coney Island on Tuesday and takes a closer look at the Parks Department's final preparations.
After eight days off, the Knicks are finally back in action. The Eastern Conference Finals tip off Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston reports.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett says the heat and humidity will be a recipe for potentially severe weather in the afternoon. The rest of the week will be much cooler, but the rain will stick around.
A New York state lawmaker is trying to nullify a New York City law that requires security gates on storefronts to be mostly transparent.
