Looking back at the 1983 Cabbage Patch Kid Christmas craze
If you were one of the lucky ones to get a doll, your parents probably had to endure quite a bit. CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock has the story.
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If you were one of the lucky ones to get a doll, your parents probably had to endure quite a bit. CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock has the story.
Cyber Monday is in full swing and a recent CNET report found more than $74 billion worth of packages could be left on consumers' doorsteps this season. CNET Senior Editor Nick Wolny shares tips for protecting your online purchases.
Shopping can be good for your health. Dr. Nidhi Kumar shares more on the impact of retail therapy on CBS News New York.
Despite rising costs and higher interest rates, consumers spent big and set records this weekend. CBS New York's Astrid Martinez takes a look at the numbers.
The holiday season is here, but that also means the risk of home fires increases. Candles, Christmas trees, and cooking mishaps can quickly turn into emergencies. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The 12-ton tree was driven down from Vestal, New York.
Watch as we chat with the author of "Bright Lights, Big Christmas," coming up Tuesday on CBS News New York.
The magic that lights up Midtown, at Macy's and on Sixth Avenue, is made in Mount Vernon.
The magical lighting is scheduled for Nov. 29, and the tree will remain on display until mid-January. CBS New York's Mary Calvi reports.
The magical lighting is scheduled for Nov. 29, and the tree will remain on display until mid-January.
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Bryant Park.
The dancers rehearsed at St. Paul the Apostle Church, their home base until dress rehearsals begin at Radio City Music Hall.
The holiday season will be here before we know it, and the Rockettes are always an iconic sign of the season in New York.
John Wyckoff offers ideas on how to reuse trees, beyond simply cutting them up into mulch.
The New York City Parks Department will turn your tree into wood chips and use them to make the city greener.
The Parks Department will turn your tree into wood chips to make the city greener.
Many people who had the day off work Monday used the time to do holiday returns, or shop some more, CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Hundreds of volunteers gathered to bring festive meals to homebound senior citizens across New York City.
Hundreds of volunteers gathered to bring festive meals to homebound senior citizens across New York City.
For more than 40 years, a Brooklyn woman has brightened her East New York hallway for the holidays in an effort to create a safe and merry space for the community, CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
Pope Francis urged the faithful to remember the millions of Ukrainians who were without electricity or heating Sunday because of Russian attacks, as well as the millions more displaced from their homes.
It was a frigid morning, but that didn't stop faithful worshipers from coming to Christmas Day Mass, the first of which started at 7 a.m.
Organizers said they were able to give out toys to more than 1,000 families.
For more than 40 years, a Brooklyn woman has brightened her East New York hallway for the holidays in an effort to create a safe and merry space for the community. CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
This holiday weekend will be remembered for the extreme weather, and the disruptions caused by it.
The families of eight murdered women faced down Rex Heuermann and now want justice beyond the courtroom.
New York City officials confirmed Wednesday that outreach teams were midway through efforts to help the homeless at a sprawling West Side encampment before dismantling their living spaces.
A New Jersey daycare owner is accused of administering melatonin to two children in her care without the consent of their parents.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
The future of the New York City horse carriage industry was debated Wednesday at a City Council public hearing.
The families of eight murdered women faced down Rex Heuermann and now want justice beyond the courtroom.
New York City officials confirmed Wednesday that outreach teams were midway through efforts to help the homeless at a sprawling West Side encampment before dismantling their living spaces.
The future of the New York City horse carriage industry was debated Wednesday at a City Council public hearing.
Most of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, is under an air quality alert Wednesday and Thursday due to smoke from Canadian wildfires.
Hundreds of people lost power in Coney Island after a transformer went up in flames on Wednesday morning.
A heat advisory is in effect until Wednesday night for most of the Tri-State Area, with feels-like temperatures reaching into the 100s.
The Tri-State Area is dealing with extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources try to keep residents cool.
A heat advisory is in effect until Wednesday night for the Tri-State Area, with feels-like temperatures reaching into the 100s.
A heat advisory goes into effect from Tuesday to Wednesday for NYC and the surrounding area, as feels-like temperatures could reach the 100s.
People in the New York City area should brace for more extreme weather this week.
A New Jersey daycare owner is accused of administering melatonin to two children in her care without the consent of their parents.
Most of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, is under an air quality alert Wednesday and Thursday due to smoke from Canadian wildfires.
A heat advisory is in effect until Wednesday night for most of the Tri-State Area, with feels-like temperatures reaching into the 100s.
A Freehold Township High School teacher faces charges for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a student, prosecutors said Tuesday.
The Tri-State Area is dealing with extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources try to keep residents cool.
The families of eight murdered women faced down Rex Heuermann and now want justice beyond the courtroom.
Authorities on Long Island are warning about a scheme in which victims are being urged to convert their savings into gold bars, then hand them over for "safekeeping."
Authorities on Long Island are warning about a scheme in which victims are being urged their savings into gold bars, and to then hand over those gold bars over for "safekeeping." CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Some storms returned to the New York City and New Jersey area on Friday.
The Smithtown Library on Long Island opened all of its doors Thursday, nearly two years after a wave of water flowed through the building during catastrophic flooding. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
New York City officials confirmed Wednesday that outreach teams were midway through efforts to help the homeless at a sprawling West Side encampment before dismantling their living spaces.
The future of the New York City horse carriage industry was debated Wednesday at a City Council public hearing.
The battle over carriage horses in New York City has gone on for decades, but on Wednesday the sides will square off in front of the City Council over a bill that is designed to effectively kill the industry.
Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil is suing the federal government and several private groups, alleging they were part of a conspiracy to suppress criticism of Israel.
Nearly two weeks into the Legionnaires' outbreak in Manhattan, officials said Tuesday the bacteria that causes the disease has been found at dozens of more buildings.
The number of cyclosporiasis cases in the state of New York keeps growing.
As the number of cases of Legionnaires' disease on the Upper East Side continues to rise, City Council Speaker Julie Menin is blasting the Mamdani administration over its handling of the outbreak.
All of the Upper East Side buildings with cooling towers that tested positive for Legionella bacteria have completed necessary cleaning, New York City health officials said Sunday.
Thirty-one people who were hospitalized with Legionnaires' disease on the Upper East Side have been discharged, New York City health officials said Saturday.
New Jersey is one of more than a dozen states that are working to collect, remove and destroy all of their aqueous film-forming foam.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The final show of Jay-Z's anniversary concert series at Yankee Stadium was delayed for hours after hundreds of ticketless fans flooded the gates and breached security, according to officials.
Jay-Z and some very special guests took over Yankee Stadium on Friday night, performing to a sold-out crowd.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married in a place that generates plenty of garbage, and one man figured out there is a market for it if you package it just right.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina was a grudge match, reopening decades-old wounds for both countries.
Dylan Cease struck out the side in the first inning, combining with 10 relievers on a three-hitter in a show of pitching dominance that led the American League to a 4-0 win over the National League in the All-Star Game.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Jordan Walker played spoiler in Philadelphia and homered on his last six swings to defeat Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber at Citizens Bank Park.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
Eddie Palmieri, the East Harlem legend who revolutionized Latin music, now has a street renamed in his honor.
Services for the UnderServed's urban gardens and beehives provide therapeutic opportunities for New Yorkers with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges
Religious institutions across the country are exploring how their properties can help address the affordable housing crisis, with a Brooklyn development offering a model for blending community needs with faith-based missions.
The Classical Theatre of Harlem's artistic director says Shakespeare's famous tragedy is more relevant today, though audiences can always expect a twist.
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.
The students at the Staten Island school will be joining forces with superstars like Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu spoke with the young singers set to take a big stage.
The families of serial killer Rex Heuermann's victims are outraged that the admitted killers' ex-wife profited from telling her story. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff spoke exclusively with the women leading the charge.
The Big Apple is getting song-filled slice of Nashville in the off-Broadway musical "Music City." CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
As CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports, the teams are required to show up every day for seven straight days to try to convince the homeless to accept housing.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has your First Alert Forecast for July 15 at 6:15 p.m.
