Harlem gives context to Black history's complexities
Lessons in Black history now often come from institutions outside the classroom.
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Lessons in Black history now often come from institutions outside the classroom.
Lessons in Black history now often come from institutions outside the classroom. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
Watch our full Black History Month special, hosted by CBS New York's Maurice DuBois.
Black history is American history, and you can find that rich culture and history throughout New York City's five boroughs. CBS New York's Maurice DuBois hosts our Black History Month special.
The horrors of slavery are unimaginable. One enslaved man on Long Island in the 18th century gave us a rare glimpse into his views on slavery and freedom in poetry. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff introduces us to Jupiter Hammon, the first published Black American poet.
The horrors of slavery are unimaginable. One enslaved man on Long Island in the 18th century gave us a rare glimpse into his views on slavery and freedom in poetry. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff introduces us to Jupiter Hammon, the first published Black American poet.
Through interviews, celebrity profiles and in-depth investigative reporting, "America in Black" shares the stories that matter most to African Americans. CBS New York's Maurice DuBois got a chance to sit down with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, the first Black governor of his state.
Two historic Harlem theaters have collided in collaboration, reviving the renaissance of the past to inspire the neighborhood's future. Jessi Mitchell reports.
The generations-old tradition of quilting in African-American heritage is celebrated as a one-of-a-kind form of expression. CBS New York's Kristie Keleshian shows us how the tradition of quilting is being kept alive for generations to come.
After impressive military careers, the two Rockland County men were celebrated Wednesday. Anderson, 84, received the Lifetime Achievement Buffalo Soldier Award. Epps, 89, received the Buffalo Soldier Award. CBS NEw York's John Dias reports.
As we celebrate Black History Month, we're taking a look at one of the first Black filmmakers in history -- Oscar Micheaux. As CBS New York's Nick Caloway reports, he was a pioneer paving the way for generations of indie filmmakers to follow in his footsteps.
Before Black musicians introduced the world to modern music, Black composers made their mark on the classics.
Before Black musicians introduced the world to modern music, Black composers made their mark on the classics. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
Rev. Al Sharpton kicked off Black History Month in Harlem on Saturday. He welcomed Gov. Kathy Hochul to the National Action Network's House of Justice and thanked her for signing legislature establishing a commission to study racial justice and reparations.
The origins of Black History Month start with a man named Carter G. Woodson.
From clay sculptures and watercolor paintings to African tribal masks, pencil drawn portraits and handcrafted quilts, an art exhibit representing African American culture and history is now on display at Paterson City Hall in New Jersey. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
The MLB and its 30 clubs will replace the vandalized Jackie Robinson statue that was burglarized and destroyed last week in Wichita.
It tells the often unknown story about Joseph and Rachel Moore, a Black family that called the tenements home in the 1860s and 70s. CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports.
"A Union of Hope" tells the often unknown story about Joseph and Rachel Moore, who called the tenements home in the 1860s and '70s.
"A Union of Hope" tells the often unknown story about Joseph and Rachel Moore, a Black family that called the tenements home in the 1860s and 70s.
"The Unsung Collective," a Harlem-based nonprofit music organization, is exploring Black history with a collaborative concert for Black History Month.
"The Unsung Collective," a Harlem-based nonprofit music organization, is exploring Black history with a collaborative concert for Black History Month.
A secret society in Brooklyn, a high-flying barrier breaker and a sports legend with an even more heroic life off the field; these are just some of the revealing, inspiring stories of Black history throughout the Tri-State Area. We share these stories and more in our special presentation "Black History Is American History."
Join us for a look at the stories we featured as part of Black History Month.
Her family says she was the first Black social worker in the city and wore many hats.
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Friday to federal murder and stalking charges.
Bar managers in a popular New York City restaurant district say they requested outdoor liquor licenses months ago and still don't have them.
The Toronto Blue Jays beat New York 4-2 on Friday night, snapping a five-game losing streak.
The Washington National rallied to beat the Mets 5-4 on Friday night, ending New York's seven-game winning streak.
After a very warm and dry week, beneficial rain is on the way to the Tri-State Area for late Friday into Saturday.
Bar managers in a popular New York City restaurant district say they requested outdoor liquor licenses months ago and still don't have them.
After a very warm and dry week, beneficial rain is on the way to the Tri-State Area for late Friday into Saturday.
Prosecutors at Sean "Diddy" Combs ' upcoming federal sex trafficking trial can show jurors video of the hip-hop mogul hitting and kicking one of his accusers in a Los Angeles hotel hallway, a judge ruled at a hearing Friday.
New York restaurant leaders and state officials share outrage of renaming of NY Strip Steak
In honor of Arbor Day, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson is calling on more funding for the borough's green spaces and the planting of more trees.
After a very warm and dry week, beneficial rain is on the way to the Tri-State Area for late Friday into Saturday.
Easter Sunday looks great, as the sun will stick around, but temperatures will be more more comfortable in the upper 60s.
The stock market's wild ride is having an impact on families who use a 529 college savings account, a tax-free way for parents to save for educational expenses.
The man who said his stepmother held him captive for two decades has released his first public statement.
Wind gusts between 30-45 mph will persist into Wednesday across the Tri-State Area
After a very warm and dry week, beneficial rain is on the way to the Tri-State Area for late Friday into Saturday.
New Jersey firefighters are confident the wildfire burning for days in Ocean County will be fully contained over the weekend.
Nearly a dozen people have been arrested in a takedown of an organized car theft ring in New Jersey, authorities announced Friday.
I-80 will not fully reopen at the end of May because sinkhole repairs are taking longer than expected, the New Jersey Department of Transportation says.
New York City isn't the only area impacted by the wildfire smoke from Ocean County, N.J. A hazy sky hovered over the entire region.
A family says their newborn son nearly bled to death and is fighting for his life after he was circumcised at a New York City hospital.
George Santos was sentenced to more than seven years in prison on federal wire fraud and identity theft charges Friday in New York.
While some say the end of the Las Vegas Sands casino deal is a win, the Nassau County executive said there's interest from other bidders.
The developer who planned to turn Long Island's Nassau Coliseum site into a casino has pulled the plug on the project.
Police on Long Island have released the identities of a mother and child whose remains were found near Gilgo Beach nearly three decades ago.
George Santos was sentenced to more than seven years in prison on federal wire fraud and identity theft charges Friday in New York.
After a leaked Trump administration budget draft showed cuts to the suicide prevention hotline dedicated to helping LGBTQ+ youth, advocates in New York are sounding the alarm.
Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil's attorneys are asking an immigration judge to terminate his deportation case.
The NYC Council passed the Helicopter Oversight Act, which bans certain nonessential flights unless operators make safety upgrades.
New York Attorney General Letitia James' lawyer says mortgage fraud allegations against her are "improper political retribution" by Trump administration officials.
A family says their newborn son nearly bled to death and is fighting for his life after he was circumcised at a New York City hospital.
After a leaked Trump administration budget draft showed cuts to the suicide prevention hotline dedicated to helping LGBTQ+ youth, advocates in New York are sounding the alarm.
Doctors in New York City were able to save the lives of three children with one heart transplant. Here's how.
A grieving family in Queens wants answers after a young woman died two weeks after giving birth to twins. They believe it was due to complications with her C-section, but say the hospital is not giving them any answers.
A Long Island woman accused of forging vaccination records of students did not appear in court for her arraignment.
Prosecutors at Sean "Diddy" Combs ' upcoming federal sex trafficking trial can show jurors video of the hip-hop mogul hitting and kicking one of his accusers in a Los Angeles hotel hallway, a judge ruled at a hearing Friday.
Harvey Weinstein's retrial started with opening statements in NYC, five years after the original was a catalyst in the #MeToo movement.
Opening statements are set for Wednesday in former movie mogul Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial.
The world famous Radio City Rockettes are holding auditions in New York City Tuesday.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was back in court Friday as a judge denies to delay his sex trafficking and racketeering trial by two months.
The Toronto Blue Jays beat New York 4-2 on Friday night, snapping a five-game losing streak.
The Washington National rallied to beat the Mets 5-4 on Friday night, ending New York's seven-game winning streak.
The New York Giants picked quarterback Jaxson Dart after trading their way back into the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Karl-Anthony Towns scored 31 points, Jalen Brunson had 30 and the New York Knicks held on for a 118-116 win over the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night to take a 2-1 lead in the first-round series.
The New York Jets selected Missouri offensive tackle Armand Membou with the No. 7 overall pick in the NFL draft.
New York restaurant leaders and state officials share outrage of renaming of NY Strip Steak
In honor of Arbor Day, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson is calling on more funding for the borough's green spaces and the planting of more trees.
A community of bird lovers in Brooklyn is raising concerns after they say dozens of pigeons vanished from a local park.
The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation has announced plans to ban bikes on the Rockaway Boardwalk during peak hours this summer.
A first-of-its-kind exhibit in Brooklyn features works of art made by people in custody at Rikers Island.
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.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
CBS News New York's Rob Marciano has your First Alert Forecast for April 25 at 11 p.m.
Some bar and restaurant managers in the Financial District say they applied for outdoor liquor licenses months ago, but CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports they've been left high and dry.
George Santos has been sentenced to seven years in prison. The disgraced former U.S. congressman sobbed as he learned his fate. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
A jersey Kobe Bryant wore during his LA Lakers pre-season and regular season debuts sold for $7 million at a New York auction this week.
The world is preparing to say goodbye to Pope Francis. His funeral will be held Saturday at the Vatican. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
