Christmas trees, holiday lights going up across Tri-State
Christmas trees and holiday lights are going up pretty much everywhere you turn.
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Christmas trees and holiday lights are going up pretty much everywhere you turn.
From Christmas trees to holiday lights and carols, the Tri-State Area is certainly getting into the spirit. CBS2's Alecia Reid took a ride around town to see how people are welcoming the most wonderful time of the year.
The National Christmas Tree Association says last year, a tree averaged $70. This year, a tree is $80-110.
Many families are getting ready to put up their Christmas tree, but like many other things this holiday season, prices are being pushed up. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan spoke to a local Christmas tree farmer.
The holiday shopping weekend is still going strong both in stores and online. CBS2's Bradley Blackburn has the wrap up on all those gift purchases.
It's that time of year. The pumpkins are in the trash, and now it's all about the wreaths and candy canes.
It's the official start of the holiday season, and residents in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn are not missing a beat. As CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports, the annual world famous, extravagant decorations are shining bright.
The holiday shopping season is estimated to be the biggest ever, but the retail landscape is rapidly changing.
For every new Santa hired, there are 20 jobs available.
For the second time, the president played his part in the 75-year tradition of issuing a presidential pardon to keep a pair of turkeys off the holiday dinner table.
In honor of the season starting, the Rockettes will flip the switch to light up the Empire State Building.
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in New York City.
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in New York City, CBS2's Kristie Keleshian reports.
The board said she doesn't have the right to exclusively call herself the holiday's "princess" either.
It's a lot of Christmas in one spot, but it's not the only place in the city that's already getting decked out.
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree arrived in Manhattan on Nov. 12, 2022.
Nothing reminds you that Christmas is fast approaching more than the arrival of the big tree at Rockefeller Center, and other signs of the season are starting to show, too. Some New Yorkers told CBS2's Dave Carlin they're delighted, while others say it's too soon.
The 82-foot-tall Norway spruce weighs around 14 tons and is estimated to be 85 to 90 years old.
We're about six weeks from Christmas, and shoppers are feeling the squeeze from inflation. CBS2's Dick Brennan spoke to consumers to find out if higher prices are changing the way they shop.
The 82-feet-tall Norway spruce was donated by a family from Glens Falls.
It's already beginning to look a lot like Christmas all over New York City.
We haven't even carved the Thanksgiving turkey, but already holiday songs are starting to play in some retail stores, restaurants and homes all around. CBS2's John Dias explores why we like the music so much, or not at all.
The animals taking center stage at the Radio City Christmas Spectacular got a special blessing Wednesday.
This might get you into the holiday spirit.
This year's show promises to be bigger and better than ever with new costumes, songs and acts.
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams claims his administration's policies have caused a sharp drop in shootings.
A pair of vintage mandolins worth thousands of dollars that were recently stolen from a North Jersey music shop have been returned, but with a note attached.
The 21-year-old Midlothian man was arrested after bringing bomb-making components to a meeting with an undercover officer, the feds say.
Mayor Mike Spano said Yonkers loses about $400,000 every year in property taxes because the MTA does not pay for the bus depot.
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams claims his administration's policies have caused a sharp drop in shootings.
Mayor Mike Spano said Yonkers loses about $400,000 every year in property taxes because the MTA does not pay for the bus depot.
New York City police are investigating Monday's death of a 15-month-old boy in Queens.
Brooklyn-based Maimonides Health is merging with NYC Health + Hospitals, New York City health leaders announced.
All of New York City was under a dense fog advisory Monday morning, with warmer air in place after freezing rain in the Tri-State Area.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued through 2 a.m. Monday due to the lingering threat of freezing rain in the northern suburbs of NYC.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
A major winter storm pummeled the Tri-State Area with snow and ice after New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
A pair of vintage mandolins worth thousands of dollars that were recently stolen from a North Jersey music shop have been returned, but with a note attached.
A second helicopter pilot critically injured in a midair collision in Hammonton, New Jersey has died from his injuries, police said Monday.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
All of New York City was under a dense fog advisory Monday morning, with warmer air in place after freezing rain in the Tri-State Area.
One pilot died and another pilot was critically injured after two helicopters collided midair in Hammonton, New Jersey on Sunday, Dec. 28.
All of New York City was under a dense fog advisory Monday morning, with warmer air in place after freezing rain in the Tri-State Area.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued through 2 a.m. Monday due to the lingering threat of freezing rain in the northern suburbs of NYC.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
A major winter storm pummeled the Tri-State Area with snow and ice after New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina blasted CVS for not releasing the surveillance video to police.
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams claims his administration's policies have caused a sharp drop in shootings.
Mayor Mike Spano said Yonkers loses about $400,000 every year in property taxes because the MTA does not pay for the bus depot.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also announced President Trump will receive the Israel Prize for his work on peace negotiations.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as New York City's 111th mayor while millions are celebrating on New Year's Eve.
Brooklyn-based Maimonides Health is merging with NYC Health + Hospitals, New York City health leaders announced.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of new flu cases in New York led to a 38% jump from the previous week, according to state health officials.
A spike in measles cases in Rockland County has New York health officials urging families to get vaccinated.
Researchers on Long Island say they've found physical evidence of PTSD in World Trade Center first responders.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Comedian and actor Bowen Yang performed his final sketch on "SNL" Saturday night, after announcing his unexpected mid-season exit from the show.
A judge Friday voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
The Blue Jackets scored a pair of third-period goals in just over a minute and rallied to beat the Islanders 4-2 on Sunday for their second straight win.
The Raiders moved into position to snag the top pick in next year's draft after losing 34-10 to Jaxson Dart and the Giants on Sunday.
Drake Maye threw five touchdown passes, and the Patriots finished the regular season undefeated on the road by dominating the Jets 42-10 on Sunday.
Cam Thomas scored 30 points after missing 20 games with a left hamstring strain, and the Brooklyn Nets defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night.
The Patriots and Jets play Sunday as New England eyes a potential AFC East title.
Drumming, dance and hands-on workshops marked the 18th year the Brooklyn Children's Museum is hosting what leaders call New York City's largest family Kwanzaa festival.
Federal funding cuts have left local organizations struggling to meet growing needs, prompting a borough-wide fundraising push to support food access, housing and other essential services.
What began as a middle school project has grown into hundreds of handwritten messages left across New York City, offering encouragement to strangers and revealing how a small gesture can resonate for weeks.
NYC says center-running bus lanes will speed up commutes and improve safety on one of Brooklyn's busiest corridors, but critics aren't so sure.
Nine Brooklyn Football Club partner bars are collecting shelf-stable food and winter coats to benefit 10 local schools.
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 have won state and national titles in a sport that is growing in schools nationwide. CBS News New York's Elle McLogan reports.
At closing Monday, it was about $72 an ounce. A year ago, that number was closer to $29 an ounce. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram has more on the price jump and why it's expected to continue.
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