Martin Luther King III shares memories, wisdom from his father
CBS New York's Maurice DuBois sat down with Martin Luther King III for our "Black History is American History" special.
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CBS New York's Maurice DuBois sat down with Martin Luther King III for our "Black History is American History" special.
Martin Luther King III recently spoke with CBS New York's Maurice DuBois in a sit-down interview for our Black History Month special, "Black History is American History."
Chisholm said she wanted to be remembered as a catalyst of change, and in 2024, that tide keeps rolling. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Chisholm said she wanted to be remembered as a catalyst of change, and in 2024, the tide keeps rolling.
Chisholm said she wanted to be remembered as a catalyst of change, and in 2024, the tide keeps rolling. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Former New York Congressman Anthony Weiner and Dr. Hazel Dukes, who has devoted much of her 91 years to civil rights activism, appear on an unusual show about life lessons.
Dr. Hazel Dukes, 91, is president of the NAACP New York State Conference. Watch her conversation on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
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.
"A Union of Hope" tells the often unknown story about Joseph and Rachel Moore, who called the tenements home in the 1860s and '70s.
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.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Trump held a high-profile meeting in New York City on Monday. It marked the third time they have met, but the first at Gracie Mansion.
Two children in the New York City area have taken on adult responsibilities by caring for a loved one as they try to juggle their own lives.
A man stabbed at a Queens subway station on Sunday evening is sharing details about the traumatic moment he was attacked.
Flights at Newark Liberty International, John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia airports were delayed due to an equipment outage, the FAA says.
A 34-year-old man was conducting an experiment in his Mineola apartment when the mixture reacted violently, according to law enforcement officials.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Trump held a high-profile meeting in New York City on Monday. It marked the third time they have met, but the first at Gracie Mansion.
Two children in the New York City area have taken on adult responsibilities by caring for a loved one as they try to juggle their own lives.
A man stabbed at a Queens subway station on Sunday evening is sharing details about the traumatic moment he was attacked.
Flights at Newark Liberty International, John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia airports were delayed due to an equipment outage, the FAA says.
A 34-year-old man was conducting an experiment in his Mineola apartment when the mixture reacted violently, according to law enforcement officials.
The Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport announced it welcomed its first-ever red panda cub, marking an important achievement for the endangered species.
Rain totals on Sunday were much less substantial compared to last Sunday's prolific totals, generally averaging less than 1 inch in most locations.
Fire departments were hard at work in Paterson, New Jersey, and Fairfield County, Connecticut, due to flash flooding on Sunday morning.
Rainy weather makes a return to the New York City area this weekend.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
Flights at Newark Liberty International, John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia airports were delayed due to an equipment outage, the FAA says.
Part of a Lavallette, New Jersey, liquor store was boarded up and a bouquet of flowers was left outside Sunday night, somber reminders of a horrific crash that killed a woman a day earlier.
Trey Smack kicked a 26-yard field goal in overtime and the Packers snapped a six-game skid with a 20-17 victory over the Jets on Sunday.
Longtime NFL executive Ernie Accorsi, who built the New York Giants core that won the Super Bowl twice after his retirement has died. He was 84.
Ahead of the beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen on Sept. 24, the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark, New Jersey, will be displaying items from his life and work.
A 34-year-old man was conducting an experiment in his Mineola apartment when the mixture reacted violently, according to law enforcement officials.
CBS News New York's John Elliott reports from the Brain Aneurysm Foundation Long Island Run/Walk at Jones Beach State Park on Sept. 19, 2026.
The ground beneath a Long Island woman opened up, swallowing her into the earth below.
The ground beneath a Long Island woman opened up, swallowing her into the earth below. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Racing returned to Belmont Park Friday afternoon, more than three years after the iconic Long Island track was shut down for renovations. The redevelopment cost $450 million. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Trump held a high-profile meeting in New York City on Monday. It marked the third time they have met, but the first at Gracie Mansion.
The city's Department of Transportation announced the alert is in effect from Monday through Friday, when traffic is expected to be at its slowest and most congested
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
The world is coming together at the United Nations this week and that means New York City is on high alert.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Trump have met at least twice since Mamdani was elected last year.
NYU Langone has reached an agreement with the Justice Department to end gender-affirming care for minors.
A second person has died in the Legionnaires' disease cluster in the South Bronx.
Some people in Keyport, New Jersey, claim the site of a former aircraft manufacturing plant is to blame for a growing number of cancer diagnoses, but the state says otherwise.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
One person has died and a total of five people have been sickened by Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx.
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
A truck driver who spent two decades building a massive scale model of his native New York City was delighted when it went viral on TikTok.
The Feast of San Gennaro is filling New York City's Little Italy with faith, music, games and many treats starting Thursday.
The iconic Peanuts character Snoopy is getting a new look for the 100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.
Nolan Arenado hit his third grand slam of the season top help the Diamondbacks beat the Yankees 8-4 on Sunday.
Cristopher Sánchez earned his major league-leading 18th win Sunday, leading the Phillies to a 7-2 victory over the Mets.
Trey Smack kicked a 26-yard field goal in overtime and the Packers snapped a six-game skid with a 20-17 victory over the Jets on Sunday.
Longtime NFL executive Ernie Accorsi, who built the New York Giants core that won the Super Bowl twice after his retirement has died. He was 84.
Pavin Smith hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning to lift the Diamondbacks over the Yankees 5-3 on Saturday night.
Neighbors have been waiting since 2021 for the bridge over the Belt Parkway to be rebuilt and reconnect Bath Beach with the waterfront.
The People's Theatre now has its first permanent home in more than 15 years, thanks to help from theater legends from the neighborhood, like Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Brooklyn Greenway Initiative's 1.8-acre native plant sanctuary marks 10 years at a site where historians believe hundreds of human remains still lie
At a Bay Ridge school, students who were born years after the attacks are learning about Sept. 11 through the stories of parents, teachers and first responders who lived through it.
Former Mets players from the 2001 season were at Ladder 25 on the Upper West Side on Tuesday.
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.
CBS News New York's Otis Livingston has the latest on what was a difficult night for Big Blue on the West Coast.
As CBS News New York's Nick Caloway, concerns are now top of mind following a deadly accident in Lavallette over the weekend.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett says temperatures will remain in the 60s into the weekend, with all eyes on the coast starting Friday due to a developing system.
As CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports, the spirit of the Aquebogue community is keeping a farming family's legacy alive.
The county handles almost 70,000 tons of paper and co-mingled recyclables each year, including small pieces of metal that can cause big issues. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello explains.
