Hundreds pack Brooklyn's Dyker Heights to see the extravagant holiday displays
Large crowds packed the sidewalks to catch a glimpse of the famous over-the-top Christmas displays in Brooklyn's Dyker Heights.
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Large crowds packed the sidewalks to catch a glimpse of the famous over-the-top Christmas displays in Brooklyn's Dyker Heights.
CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo spoke to one homeowner about how the tradition started.
CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis spoke with his friends on Monday at a wake in Brooklyn, where he grew up.
The streets of Dyker Heights in Brooklyn were packed Christmas Eve with people taking in the iconic neighborhood known for its extravagant Christmas lights. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner spoke to visitors from around the world and even got a behind-the-scenes tour from one homeowner.
CBS News New York's Dan Rice takes a flight in Chopper 2 to check out holiday lights across New York City and the Tri-State Area.
You may know about the world-famous Christmas lights in Dyker Heights. But one neighbor in Bergen Beach has been creating the North Pole in his front lawn.
The Dyker Heights Christmas lights are a holiday staple, but that's not the only place in Brooklyn you can find dazzling displays. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger spoke to one man in Bergen Beach who thrills thousands by bringing the North Pole to his front lawn.
An 86-year-old man died after he was hit by a truck driver in Brooklyn on Wednesday. According t police sources, it was a Department of Transportation truck, and the driver stayed on the scene.
People in Dyker Heights want something done, but since squatting is a civil matter the NYPD appears powerless.
Police say a driver struck a 6-year-old boy in a crosswalk at 13th Avenue and 68th Street in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn.
Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver after a 6-year-old boy was injured in Dyker Heights on Thursday morning.
Police said the driver stayed at the scene in Dyker Heights. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
It happened on 73rd Street near 13th Avenue just before 1 p.m. on Sunday.
Video shows fire and smoke pouring from the top of the three-story home on 12th Avenue.
The fire started at a house in Dyker Heights early Sunday morning. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
Firefighters got the blaze under control, but not before it caused plenty of damage.
The 45-year-old is accused of murdering 55-year-old John Sarquiz on March 29 outside a deli on 13th Avenue.
Police said the victim was inside a Toyota Camry with a passenger, when the suspect walked up and displayed a gun.
Police say the suspect fired a round before taking off in the stolen vehicle.
Organizers say there were more than 20,000 eggs available, so no one walked away empty-handed.
An Easter Eggstravaganza was held in Brooklyn on Saturday.
Meyers allegedly attacked 55-year-old John Sarquiz outside a deli in Dyker Heights then robbed him on March 29.
Police have release a photo of the suspect in a homicide in Dyker Heights.
His grieving sister said that money appeared to be the motive for the attack.
Police are searching for a suspect who viciously beat a man to death in Brooklyn. His grieving sister told CBS2's Christina Fan money appeared to be the motive for the attack.
Residents are feeling the cold weather, but there will be a slight break Thursday. All eyes are on the weekend with the possibility of a winter storm.
Wednesday is another First Alert Weather Day in New York City due to dangerously cold temperatures. Wind chills can drive temperatures to near zero.
Channing Tatum is bringing "Magic Mike Live" to New York City, promising to "turn up the gas" on the popular show.
The New York Mets acquired Luis Robert Jr. in a trade with the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, filling a hole in center field.
Goalie Darcy Kuemper has left the Los Angeles Kings' game against the New York Rangers after a collision in the crease late in the first period.
Residents are feeling the cold weather, but there will be a slight break Thursday. All eyes are on the weekend with the possibility of a winter storm.
Wednesday is another First Alert Weather Day in New York City due to dangerously cold temperatures. Wind chills can drive temperatures to near zero.
Channing Tatum is bringing "Magic Mike Live" to New York City, promising to "turn up the gas" on the popular show.
The New York Mets acquired Luis Robert Jr. in a trade with the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, filling a hole in center field.
The DMV and the NYPD are investigating a Brooklyn auto repair shop after multiple CBS News New York Investigates reports.
Residents are feeling the cold weather, but there will be a slight break Thursday. All eyes are on the weekend with the possibility of a winter storm.
Dangerously cold weather is gripping the Tri-State Area with little relief as the frigid temperatures continue into the weekend.
Many dangers lurk when the temperature plummets, including hypothermia, frostbite and even a heart attack.
The weekend of snow in the New York City area finally wrapped up overnight, but don't let it fool you. Temperatures are about to plummet.
Snow fell in New York City and across the Tri-State Area on Sunday morning and evening, leaving a good amount to measure in its wake.
Residents are feeling the cold weather, but there will be a slight break Thursday. All eyes are on the weekend with the possibility of a winter storm.
A New Jersey family has been reunited with their beloved dog that was lost when their car was stolen.
The New York Giants officially introduced their new head coach John Harbaugh Tuesday.
Dangerously cold weather is gripping the Tri-State Area with little relief as the frigid temperatures continue into the weekend.
Mikie Sherrill was inaugurated on Tuesday morning in Newark, becoming the first Democratic woman to hold New Jersey's highest office.
Residents are feeling the cold weather, but there will be a slight break Thursday. All eyes are on the weekend with the possibility of a winter storm.
Dangerously cold weather is gripping the Tri-State Area with little relief as the frigid temperatures continue into the weekend.
The weekend of snow in the New York City area finally wrapped up overnight, but don't let it fool you. Temperatures are about to plummet.
Snow fell in New York City and across the Tri-State Area on Sunday morning and evening, leaving a good amount to measure in its wake.
A Long Island nurse was seen on a nanny camera hitting a non-verbal child that he was caring for, leaving bruises on the boy's body.
President Trump told world leaders, CEOs and policymakers at the Davos economic forum that he wouldn't use force to take control of Greenland.
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday proposed a record $260 billion election-year budget.
Advocate groups for 9/11 victims say federal staffing cuts and a hiring freeze are making it more difficult for first responders to get help from Zadroga Act programs.
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders joined striking New York City nurses on the picket line Tuesday.
New York City's largest nurses strike is now in Week 2 and it appears negotiations toward a deal remain at a standstill.
Negotiators for major New York City hospitals and the state nurses union returned to the bargaining table as the city's largest nurses strike enters a fifth day.
Nurses continue to hold the picket line as the largest nurses' strike in New York City history is on its third day with no end in sight.
Nurses say health care benefits and workplace safety are their main reasons for striking, and are refusing to go back to work until their demands are met.
Channing Tatum is bringing "Magic Mike Live" to New York City, promising to "turn up the gas" on the popular show.
Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child actress, was identified as the woman killed in a hit-and-run in Brooklyn.
John Forté, the Grammy-nominated musician known for his work with the Fugees, was found dead in his home in Massachusetts.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
The New York Mets acquired Luis Robert Jr. in a trade with the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, filling a hole in center field.
Goalie Darcy Kuemper has left the Los Angeles Kings' game against the New York Rangers after a collision in the crease late in the first period.
Carlos Beltrán was a nine-time All-Star during his 20-year MLB career. Andruw Jones was a five-time All-Star and won 10 Gold Gloves.
The New Jersey Devils defeated the Calgary Flames 2-1 in an overtime game on Monday night.
The New York Islanders defeated the Vancouver Canucks 4-3 on Monday night in Canada.
Puppet shows, peaceful protests and acts of service helped families reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through a child's perspective.
Nearly 100 tenants from three different buildings managed by A&E Real Estate on the Upper West Side rallied on Monday.
A group in Queens has banded together to revive landlines and give their children a simpler way to socialize.
A city-approved plan to rezone a stretch of Atlantic Avenue is expected to bring thousands of new apartments to Brooklyn, but tenant advocates say the deal falls short for lower-income residents and could accelerate displacement.
A three-year pilot run by the Brooklyn Justice Initiative and the Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice aims to improve court compliance and reduce recidivism by meeting participants where they live.
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.
President Trump said for the first time that he won't use force to take Greenland, as he appealed to world leaders to support his push to acquire Greenland. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Dr. Anthony Szema talks with CBS News New York's Chris Wragge about a study linking air pollution to serious neurodegenerative conditions.
Dr. Anthony Szema talks about how long-time exposure to everyday pollution raises the risk of developing motor-neuron diseases like ALS.
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced Tuesday that they are expecting their fourth child.
NYC Commissioner of Emergency Management Zach Iscol is stepping down from his role and his last day is Feb. 11.
