Nearly Half A Billion Dollars Spent On Pet Costumes
The National Retail Federation says Americans will spend $490 million on pet costumes - more than double what owners spent nearly a decade ago.
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The National Retail Federation says Americans will spend $490 million on pet costumes - more than double what owners spent nearly a decade ago.
The 5K event raises money and awareness for people with autism and developmental disabilities.
Costumed characters made quite an entrance and a big impression on the kids, as Batman, Spider-man, Captain America, and Captain Marvel rappelled off the roof and down the side of the hospital.
CBS2 held a fashion show featuring children from our CBS family, and if you're still looking for a costume idea, maybe they'll inspire you!
Halloween is the spookiest night of the year, but for pets, it could be a nightmare.
Halloween is just around the corner, and lifestyle expert Limor Suss has some spook-tacular ideas for your party.
Halloween is just days away. Stores are bustling with ghouls and goblins grabbing costumes.
From a Halloween masquerade, to the Great PUPkin Dog Costumes, to a celebration of film's "master of suspense" Alfred Hitchcock, there's plenty of Halloween happenings this week.
If the playground, park and movie routine is getting a little tired, why not do something different with the kids this weekend? From a nature tour of Morningside Park to a Halloween hayride, these activities will win approval from everyone in the family.
Some Brooklyn neighbors are banding together to try and stop a man who's putting a damper on Halloween, by smashing pumpkins.
It's a unique and creative way parents and kids can build together.
The homeowner says he doesn't see anything wrong with the skeleton hanging from a noose in his front yard.
Trick or treating can be a fun experience for some children, but not necessarily for those who have autism and trouble communicating.
After years of terrorizing people in New Jersey, Bane Haunted House has opened its doors in Hell's Kitchen.
Omairis Taylor's Facebook post has already been shared over 124,000 times since Sunday.
Got a costume with a few scares left in it? Kids in need in New Jersey are eager to take on such terrors.
Marc Sherry, owner the Old Homestead Steakhouse, shared some ideas and recipes.
From chocolate bars, to bubble gum, to candy corn – everyone's got their favorite on Oct. 31. If you're in New York however, you apparently like your sweets to be hot and spicy.
Scott Dunn, of the digital media brand "The Dodo," says the pop-up is "17,000 square feet of canine joy."
Pattie Hulse, director of the Everett Children's Adventure Garden at the New York Botanical Garden, shares the October special Spooky Pumpkin Garden attraction now on display
CBS2's Elle McLogan goes behind the scenes at the Westbury headquarters of a global costume empire.
The NYPD is stepping up security this Halloween following the synagogue massacre in Pittsburgh and mail threats across the country. Police say there are no credible threats, but they're not taking any chances.
There's likely no one more excited for Halloween than kids.
More than 31,000 people have signed a petition asking the White House to change the date of Halloween.
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock spoke to a nutritionist to get some tips on how to keep kids happy, while curbing the sugar.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Egor Demin scored 17 points, Noah Clowney added 16 and the Nets never trailed in a 127-82 romp over the Bucks on Sunday night.
A normally celebratory Hanukkah is now a somber moment, as Jews honor the lives lost in Australia. The NYPD has vowed to increase security at holiday-related events.
Trevor Lawrence accounted for six touchdowns, including a career-high five passing, and the Jaguars overwhelmed the Jets, 48-20 on Sunday.
Jacory Croskey-Merritt ran for a touchdown, Jaylin Lane returned a punt 63 yards for another score and the Commanders beat the Giants 29-21 on Sunday.
A normally celebratory Hanukkah is now a somber moment, as Jews honor the lives lost in Australia. The NYPD has vowed to increase security at holiday-related events.
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he will appoint a "World Cup czar" to push FIFA to lower ticket prices for the 2026 tournament.
Some of the highest totals were on Long Island and in New Jersey, where greater than 6 inches of snow was measured.
Six teenagers were shot and wounded after a Sweet 16 party overnight in Brooklyn, according to the NYPD.
UnitedHealthcare and NewYork-Presbyterian have roughly two weeks to reach an agreement or thousands of Medicare Advantage members could be forced to find care elsewhere.
Some of the highest totals were on Long Island and in New Jersey, where greater than 6 inches of snow was measured.
A large water main break in Waterbury, Connecticut, is impacting tens of thousands of residents.
Bitterly cold temperatures are causing icy road conditions, including black ice, Monday morning in the Tri-State Area.
Survivors of the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting, families and lawmakers gathered in Washington, D.C., on Thursday to honor the lives lost and continue calls for action to end gun violence.
Connecticut is dealing with its first measles case since 2021, after a child, who is not vaccinated, contracted the virus while traveling internationally.
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he will appoint a "World Cup czar" to push FIFA to lower ticket prices for the 2026 tournament.
Some of the highest totals were on Long Island and in New Jersey, where greater than 6 inches of snow was measured.
A judge in New Jersey agreed to release Mark Paulino from jail while he awaits a criminal trial for child pornography charges.
The cost of FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets may price out the tourists that New York and New Jersey have been expecting.
Bitterly cold temperatures are causing icy road conditions, including black ice, Monday morning in the Tri-State Area.
Some of the highest totals were on Long Island and in New Jersey, where greater than 6 inches of snow was measured.
A U.S. Postal Service clerk was caught on video stealing cards from the mail in a police sting on Long Island, according to investigators.
Bitterly cold temperatures are causing icy road conditions, including black ice, Monday morning in the Tri-State Area.
Drone technology recently helped Suffolk County police catch an alleged shoplifter.
This brutally cold weather stretch in the New York City area means business — especially with snow increasingly likely in the coming days.
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he will appoint a "World Cup czar" to push FIFA to lower ticket prices for the 2026 tournament.
Erika Kirk recalls the emotional fog of Charlie Kirk's assassination, addresses conspiracy theories and takes questions during a CBS News town hall hosted by Bari Weiss.
Mamdani refused to recognize Israel's right to exist as a Jewish state during an interview on CBS News New York's "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy is threatening to pull millions of dollars in federal funding to New York.
Adm. Alvin Holsey relinquished command Friday in a ceremony at U.S. Southern Command headquarters after announcing early retirement amid U.S. buildup off of Venezuela.
UnitedHealthcare and NewYork-Presbyterian have roughly two weeks to reach an agreement or thousands of Medicare Advantage members could be forced to find care elsewhere.
Connecticut is dealing with its first measles case since 2021, after a child, who is not vaccinated, contracted the virus while traveling internationally.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
New York has no plans to change hepatitis B vaccine guidance after a Centers for Disease Control advisory panel voted to stop recommending a first dose for newborns.
In New York alone, there have already been more than 17,000 flu cases and nearly 1,000 hospitalizations, and doctors anticipate it's only going to get worse as more people gather for the holidays.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Peter Greene, best known for his role in "Pulp Fiction," has died at his home in New York City at 60 years old.
A woman struck and killed by a car in Midtown earlier this week was actress Wenne Alton Davis, police said.
The 2026 Met Gala co-chairs have been announced. Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams are set to join Vogue's Anna Wintour.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
Egor Demin scored 17 points, Noah Clowney added 16 and the Nets never trailed in a 127-82 romp over the Bucks on Sunday night.
Trevor Lawrence accounted for six touchdowns, including a career-high five passing, and the Jaguars overwhelmed the Jets, 48-20 on Sunday.
Jacory Croskey-Merritt ran for a touchdown, Jaylin Lane returned a punt 63 yards for another score and the Commanders beat the Giants 29-21 on Sunday.
Zeev Buium scored in his first game since being traded to Vancouver, Thatcher Demko stopped 25 of the 26 shots, and the Canucks beat the Devils 2-1 on Sunday.
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he will appoint a "World Cup czar" to push FIFA to lower ticket prices for the 2026 tournament.
The city is sharing new details about the historic $1 billion investment announced for the Coney Island Boardwalk, the largest in its century-long history
New York City officials have secured long-awaited funding to restore the 102-year-old Coney Island boardwalk.
Residents on East 57th Street say reckless drivers have caused life-altering injuries and even death, but despite petitions and years of advocacy, the city has yet to install a speed bump.
Neighbors in Brooklyn's Victorian Flatbush are expressing frustration after the city designated only part of their area as a historic district.
Brooklyn's Prospect Park is getting financing for a long-term project to battle the impacts of climate change, city leaders say.
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 search for the Brown University gunman continues after investigators announced they were releasing a person of interest. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
There has been a heavy police presence in Reiner's neighborhood for over 12 hours. CBS News' Gwen Baumgardner reports.
CBS News New York's Christina Fan has a look at the roads in New Jersey, where some of the region's highest snow totals were recorded.
At least 15 people were killed in an attack on Jewish Australians celebrating Hanukkah on Bondi Beach. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's updated Monday morning First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
