What to know about NYC's 2026 Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival
New York City's annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival returned to Midtown Manhattan on Sunday.
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New York City's annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival returned to Midtown Manhattan on Sunday.
CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger has more on the message of rebirth and renewal on one of the holiest days of the year.
Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Easter Mass as pontiff, urging hope against the violence of war.
CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian got a look at this year’s festivities, in what’s now an over-century-old tradition.
Thousands of people filled St. Peter's Square to listen to the pope's message, which focused on hope. At St. Patrick's Cathedral, Hicks gave his sermon in front of hundreds. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
CBS News New York's John Elliott spends the morning at Eagle Rock Reservation in West Orange, New Jersey, for the Salvation Army's 2026 Easter Sunday service.
It's also the first Easter Sunday under the Archdiocese of New York's new leadership, Archbishop Ronald Hicks. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley reports.
Thousands turned out at St. Patrick's Cathedral for Holy Saturday, and other Easter events were held across the area.
Good Friday is being marked by Christians around New York City during services at St. Patrick's Cathedral and the Way of the Cross procession in Brooklyn.
Li-Lac Chocolates in Brooklyn is churning out chocolate bunnies, eggs, and so much more ahead of Easter. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock shows us where the magic happens.
We're joined by Meghan J. Clark, a professor of theology at St. John's University, to discuss the legacy the pope leaves behind.
Pope Francis made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday, one day before his death Monday morning.
The pope greeted a crowd of thousands in the Vatican for Easter. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has a look at his final days.
The tradition of the New York City Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival was on display Sunday on Fifth Avenue.
The 150-year-old tradition featured many creative designs. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
Middle Collegiate Church was forced to close its doors in December of 2020, but on this Easter Sunday parishioners returned for their very first service in their new church. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
NYC's iconic St. Patrick's Cathedral is holding Easter Mass before the annual Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival! CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
Check out the list of the supermarkets, retailers, and fast food chains that are open on Easter and which are closed.
Easter Sunday services will not go on as planned at Saint Edmund Church in Queens, following a fire on Saturday afternoon.
The stock and bond markets are closed for Good Friday, but will reopen on Monday, following the Easter holiday.
In the NYC area, the annual Way of the Cross procession will march across the Brooklyn Bridge. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the story.
For Easter Sunday, one Bronx-based company is kicking into high gear. Golden Krust, known for its iconic Jamaican patties and sweet Easter buns, has become a beloved staple across New York City and beyond. Producer Maggie Cole takes us inside the factory for an exclusive look at how generations of tradition, flavor, and family pride come together.
The pope has spent much of the holy week on the sidelines after spending a month in the hospital. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is sounding off about the cost of getting to and from the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium this summer.
A dramatic scene was caught on camera as a mounted NYPD officer chased an alleged purse snatcher through the streets of New York City.
Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, Long Island has reopened after a deadly gang-related shooting Wednesday night.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he and President Trump are "honest, direct about the fact that we have many disagreements," but they agree on their love for New York City.
The New York Islanders are facing criticism for promoting a fundraiser for a former New York City police sergeant who was convicted of manslaughter.
A dramatic scene was caught on camera as a mounted NYPD officer chased an alleged purse snatcher through the streets of New York City.
A teenager was killed and two others were hurt in a gang-related shooting in Eisenhower Park on Long Island, police say.
A Long Island woman accused of attempting to kidnap a toddler in Long Beach earlier this month was back in court on Wednesday.
A Long Island-based survey has found more than 1 in 4 registered voters does not think the Holocaust should be required teaching in schools.
Parking at MetLife Stadium will not be allowed during the FIFA World Cup games there this summer.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
Parts of the New York area could see record high temperatures during a summerlike stretch of weather this week.
A major warmup, featuring summer-like temperatures in the 80s, will take over the Eastern Seaboard beginning Monday.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are finally turning the corner to warmer weather this week.
When UConn plays Michigan for the NCAA Men's Basketball championship tonight in Indianapolis, there are a few places in New York City where fans can root on their schools.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is sounding off about the cost of getting to and from the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium this summer.
Voters will decide between three candidates in Thursday's special election to fill a New Jersey House seat.
Parking at MetLife Stadium will not be allowed during the FIFA World Cup games there this summer.
CBS News New York is investigating the cashless tolling system in New York and New Jersey. Unpaid tolls can spiral into crushing debt — but that's just one of many issues drivers face.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, Long Island has reopened after a deadly gang-related shooting Wednesday night.
A teenager was killed and two others were hurt in a gang-related shooting in Eisenhower Park on Long Island, police say.
A Long Island woman accused of attempting to kidnap a toddler in Long Beach earlier this month was back in court on Wednesday.
A Long Island-based survey has found more than 1 in 4 registered voters does not think the Holocaust should be required teaching in schools.
CBS News New York is investigating the cashless tolling system in New York and New Jersey. Unpaid tolls can spiral into crushing debt — but that's just one of many issues drivers face.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he and President Trump are "honest, direct about the fact that we have many disagreements," but they agree on their love for New York City.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani spoke with "CBS Mornings" on Thursday and reflected on his first 100 days in office.
Voters will decide between three candidates in Thursday's special election to fill a New Jersey House seat.
A new initiative from New York state is putting about $70 million up for grabs to community organizations that are more vulnerable to hate crimes and attacks.
The man at the center of an arrest video that has drawn the ire of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and other elected officials spoke out on Wednesday afternoon.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
The Rock And Roll Hall of Fame unveiled its list of inductees for 2026, and it includes the Wu-Tang Clan, the legendary, local hip-hop collective.
Jury selection for Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial in a Manhattan courtroom began Tuesday. He is being accused of raping actress Jessica Mann in 2013.
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is sounding off about the cost of getting to and from the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium this summer.
The New York Islanders are facing criticism for promoting a fundraiser for a former New York City police sergeant who was convicted of manslaughter.
Shohei Ohtani pitched six strong innings, striking out 10, as the Los Angeles Dodgers routed the New York Mets 8-2.
The New York Rangers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-2 on Wednesday night in the regular-season finale for both teams.
José Caballero laced a two-run double in the bottom of the ninth inning that gave the Yankees a 5-4 victory over the Angels on Wednesday night.
Brooklyn officials announced a first-of-its-kind initiative to build sensory rooms in every District 75 elementary school.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration unveiled a dramatic traffic redesign at Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza.
New York City business owners are pushing on the State Legislature to pass Gov. Kathy Hochul's reforms that would roll back some of the climate legislation passed by New York state in 2019.
Ismael Ox lost his right hand as a child in a grenade attack, survived homelessness in the U.S., and became a citizen, all while training to represent Team USA in para Taekwondo.
These kids from Brooklyn are playing tennis in their school hallways, cafeterias and auditoriums, to make the most of limited space and resources.
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.
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Police say a suspect barricaded himself inside a home in Lyndhurst, prompting a shelter-in-place. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
While it is hot and sunny on Thursday, a chance for rain is on its way over the weekend. CBS News New York Meteorologist John Elliott has the afternoon forecast.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani spoke out about the violent arrest in Brooklyn by NYPD officers that was caught on video.
Sources told CBS News New York a 17-year-old was arrested for tossing a gun in the park, and another person was also charged with gun possession. Carolyn Gusoff reports.
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