Hostage Edan Alexander's parents share the joy of a long-awaited reunion
Freed U.S.-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander's parents talk about learning their long wait was over, a joyous reunion, and their anxiety for 58 other families.
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Freed U.S.-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander's parents talk about learning their long wait was over, a joyous reunion, and their anxiety for 58 other families.
The bloodshed followed the launch of a new Israeli military operation aimed at putting more pressure on Hamas to release hostages.
The last living American citizen taken hostage into Gaza has been released by Hamas in what is being called a "goodwill gesture."
The American dual national Edan Alexander has been handed over by Hamas more than 19 months after he was taken hostage.
Edan Alexander, a 20-year-old Israeli American who has been held hostage since October 2023, will be released, Hamas announced Sunday.
School officials said protesters were told to take the tents down and disperse, but they ignored multiple warnings.
Ongoing Israeli bombing in Gaza is jeopardizing the lives of the hostages still held by Hamas, freed captives say. They're among those calling for an end to the fighting.
As ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas have grinded to a halt, the parents of an American citizen whose body is still being held in Gaza are demanding the Trump administration bring him home.
As ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas have grinded to a halt, the parents of an American citizen whose body is still being held in Gaza are begging the Trump administration to bring him home. They say they, and other hostage families, feel like collateral damage. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
In her first TV interview, Noor Abdalla, a U.S. citizen, says the White House is mischaracterizing Khalil and his role in campus protests against Israel's attacks on Gaza, as the Trump administration seeks to deport him – a legal resident.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the air strikes are just the beginning, even as thousands take to the streets to protest the attacks. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Fighting has resumed between Israel and Hamas, and the new attacks have sparked protests and concern in the Tri-State Area. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the strikes, saying Hamas repeatedly refused to release the remaining hostages. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
Israel launched a surprise attack on dozens of Hamas targets overnight, and the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza says more than 400 people were killed. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Israel's defense minister says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the strikes after Hamas repeatedly refused to release the remaining 60 hostages. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the developments overnight.
Hundreds of aid trucks have entered Gaza daily since the ceasefire began on Jan. 19, and it was unclear what the immediate impact of the aid cutoff would be.
Israel's prime minister is delaying the release of more than 600 Palestinian prisoners, saying he wants Hamas to stop holding what he calls "humiliating ceremonies" for Israeli hostages. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner spoke with families who are still waiting to see their loved ones released.
Hamas released four bodies, including the youngest captive taken in the Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attack, Kfir Bibas, and his brother.
The Israeli prime minister, who met with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, also vowed to "finish the job" against Iran with United States support.
President Donald Trump met with the King of Jordan at the White House on Tuesday. As CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports, the meeting comes as the president pushes a plan to relocate roughly 2 million Palestinians from Gaza.
The meeting comes on the heels of Trump's controversial proposal to clear Palestinians out of Gaza and relocate them to other countries. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports from the newsroom.
Wednesday, President Donald Trump's administration seemed to make some clarifications on his plan for Gaza, and the prime minister of Israel put his own positive spin on it. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
President Donald Trump is defending his stunning new proposal regarding the future of Gaza and plans to resettle all of the Palestinians who live there. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has more on the developments, and Jessica Moore spoke with two experts who explain what a U.S. takeover could look like and the potential impact to the rest of the world.
In a news conferrence with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Trump said the U.S. would "take over the Gaza Strip" and "own it."
An American who moved to Israel four decades ago and two other men were freed during the new ceasefire in the Middle East. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
The Sky's Angel Reese was 0-for-8 shooting and scored two points. It was the first time since 2021 that she failed to make at least one basket.
Authorities in Hong Kong say COVID-19 levels are the worst in at least a year.
Carlos Rodón pitched six innings of two-hit ball, and the Yankees earned a three-game series sweep with a 1-0 victory over the Rangers on Thursday.
The New Jersey Department of Transportation reopened two eastbound lanes of the I-80 on Wednesday night, just in time for the Thursday morning commute.
"Arrive early," the oldest travel strategy in the book, has a new meaning for Memorial Day weekend at troubled Newark Liberty Airport.
Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano urged the New York State Gaming Commission to award downstate casino license before "potential dips in the economy."
Kid Cudi told the jury in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial that a Molotov cocktail was thrown at his car shortly after Combs learned of his relationship with Cassie Ventura.
New York City's Jewish community came together Thursday to mourn the loss of two Israeli Embassy employees that were shot dead in Washington, D.C.
New York City-area Republican members of Congress were able to include a huge increase in property tax deductions in the so-called "big, beautiful bill" passed on Thursday.
A Queens mother assaulted on Randall's Island had emergency surgery Thursday as police search for whoever attacked her.
New York City-area Republican members of Congress were able to include a huge increase in property tax deductions in the so-called "big, beautiful bill" passed on Thursday.
The wet, windy weather continues today around the NYC area, and the rain could be heavy at times.
Saturday turned out to be a nicer day than expected, despite a threat of isolated strong-to-severe thunderstorms.
The rainy weather lets up some today around NYC, but thunderstorms are back in the forecast to close out the week.
The rainy weather returns today around NYC, with a chance of showers for the rest of the week. Here's when it will be the worst.
The New Jersey Department of Transportation reopened two eastbound lanes of the I-80 on Wednesday night, just in time for the Thursday morning commute.
"Arrive early," the oldest travel strategy in the book, has a new meaning for Memorial Day weekend at troubled Newark Liberty Airport.
New York City-area Republican members of Congress were able to include a huge increase in property tax deductions in the so-called "big, beautiful bill" passed on Thursday.
Many beach towns on the Jersey Shore require you to purchase a beach tag, also referred to as a beach badge, to gain access.
Beyoncé is bringing her Cowboy Carter tour to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Here's what the BeyHive needs to know.
New York City-area Republican members of Congress were able to include a huge increase in property tax deductions in the so-called "big, beautiful bill" passed on Thursday.
The House passed President Trump's domestic policy bill by just one vote, in part because Rep. Andrew Garbarino, who would've voted to support it, was asleep at the time, House Speaker Mike Johnson said.
It looks like a tentative deal has been brokered on Capitol Hill to provide a new SALT cap, increasing the state and local tax deduction from $10,000 to $40,000.
Thomas Mascia, former NYS trooper who shot himself and then lied about it last year on Long Island, has pleaded guilty.
The Billie Eilish 2025 tour is coming to UBS Arena on Long Island, and pre-sale tickets start today.
The New Jersey Department of Transportation reopened two eastbound lanes of the I-80 on Wednesday night, just in time for the Thursday morning commute.
"Arrive early," the oldest travel strategy in the book, has a new meaning for Memorial Day weekend at troubled Newark Liberty Airport.
Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano urged the New York State Gaming Commission to award downstate casino license before "potential dips in the economy."
New York City-area Republican members of Congress were able to include a huge increase in property tax deductions in the so-called "big, beautiful bill" passed on Thursday.
The House passed President Trump's domestic policy bill by just one vote, in part because Rep. Andrew Garbarino, who would've voted to support it, was asleep at the time, House Speaker Mike Johnson said.
Authorities in Hong Kong say COVID-19 levels are the worst in at least a year.
New Jersey health officials are warning people who attended Thursday's Shakira concert at MetLife stadium that a concertgoer had the measles.
Staggering numbers show a record number of children died in New York state from influenza over the winter.
The 40th Annual AIDS Walk New York drew approximately 10,000 people to Central Park on Sunday, organizers said.
A traveler with measles was at Newark Liberty International Airport for several hours while infectious Monday, health officials said.
A group of New York City Councilmembers are fighting a decision to cancel a free Kehlani concert in Central Park.
Kid Cudi, whose real name is Scott Mescudi, testified in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial about his relationship with Cassie Ventura.
Beyoncé is bringing her Cowboy Carter tour to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Here's what the BeyHive needs to know.
New Jersey health officials are warning people who attended Thursday's Shakira concert at MetLife stadium that a concertgoer had the measles.
The mother of Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura took the stand briefly Tuesday.
The Sky's Angel Reese was 0-for-8 shooting and scored two points. It was the first time since 2021 that she failed to make at least one basket.
Carlos Rodón pitched six innings of two-hit ball, and the Yankees earned a three-game series sweep with a 1-0 victory over the Rangers on Thursday.
The Knicks blew a huge fourth quarter lead and went on to a 138-135 overtime loss to the Pacers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals on Wednesday.
Jasson Domínguez homered in the bottom of the ninth inning to rally the Yankees to a 4-3 win over the Rangers on Wednesday night.
Brett Baty drove in three runs on two hits to help the New York Mets avert a three-game sweep by beating the Boston Red Sox 5-1 on Wednesday night.
Eight New Yorkers who survived cardiac arrest met the EMTs and paramedics who saved their lives during a moving FDNY ceremony.
The arrival of a new policy for New York City's commercial waste means only three carters will be permitted to operate in each of a series of citywide zones.
For more than a year, Brooklyn Community Board 5 members say a broken elevator lift has kept some from attending meetings.
The Bronx Zoo held a contest Tuesday to see which New York City borough produces the best-tasting honey.
WWE wrestler Damian Priest will join the Bronx Walk of Fame's historic lineup along the Grand Concourse in 2025.
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.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock says the conditions will get better every day of the holiday weekend, with Monday being your best bet for outdoor fun.
The deadline imposed by the Trump administration has come and gone. Duffy has warned Gov. Hochul that keeping the tolling program could lead to the loss of federal funding for city projects. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim were colleagues and a couple, just days away from an engagement when their lives were cut short. The attack has New York City on alert. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan and Ali Bauman have the latest.
As CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports, the hospital's new "Cuddlers Program" is proving to be some of the best medicine.
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said the precautions will be in place through the weekend. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
