Sen. Chuck Schumer warns antisemitism is on the rise
Schumer's remarks during a nearly-45 minute speech on the Senate floor come at a sensitive time in the Israel-Hamas war.
Watch CBS News
Schumer's remarks during a nearly-45 minute speech on the Senate floor come at a sensitive time in the Israel-Hamas war.
The Anti-Defamation League is reporting a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents on college campuses since the start of the Israel-Hamas war. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/46CYSHK
One Palestinian prisoner released by Israel said he now wants to "live a decent life without occupation."
More hostages have been released by Hamas and reunited with their families in Israel, extending the temporary pause in the war. Natalie Brand reports for CBS New York. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/46B607M
CBS New York's Ian Lee has the latest on the cease-fire between Israel and Hamas.
With Israel and Hamas extending their truce to facilitate more hostage and prisoner releases, there's joy for dozens of families – and calls for a longer cease-fire.
It comes after students at Hillside High School in Queens staged a controversial protest that generated plenty of headlines. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
Students streamed out of school Monday supervised by dozens of police, school safety agents and school officials.
David Banks went to his alma mater on Monday, Hillcrest High School in Queens, to address the protest of a teacher who attended a pro-Israel rally. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports.
The announcement comes as Secretary of State Antony Blinken heads back to Israel. The hope is more American hostages will be released. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Hamas released 11 hostages on Monday, officials said, a few hours after Qatar announced a deal to extend a short-term cease-fire in the Gaza Strip for two more days.
Hamas is expected to release more hostages, and Israel more Palestinian prisoners, under a cease-fire that has been extended 2 days, Qatar announced.
Hamas is expected to free more hostages from Gaza a day after releasing a 4-year-old American girl. CBS New York's Ian Lee reports.
A 4-year-old American citizen, whose parents were killed in the Oct. 7 attacks, was among the hostages handed over by the terror group.
The release of 4-year-old American Avigail Idan on Sunday gave families a sense of hope and comfort.
A man from New Jersey is hoping his daughter and son-in-law will be among the hostages released on Monday. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian has the story.
The release of 4-year-old American Avigail Idan on Sunday gave families a sense of hope and comfort. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian reports.
Among them was a 4-year-old American girl. CBS New York's Natalie Brand reports.
Seventeen hostages were released — 14 Israeli citizens, which includes Abigail, who is a joint Israeli-American citizen, and three foreign nationals, Israeli officials said.
Thousands of Israelis waiting in a square in Tel Aviv, hoping for the release of more hostages. CBS New York's Wendy Gillette reports.
More hostages are now home in Israel after being released by Hamas Saturday. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3T0do9s
Following a lengthy delay, a second group of Hamas-held hostages were freed following the release of an initial group of 24 hostages on Friday.
More than a dozen Israeli hostages were released by Hamas after an hours-long delay Saturday. Michael George reports for CBS New York. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3T0do9s
Qatari and Egyptian mediators say Hamas agreed to release 13 Israelis and seven foreigners on Saturday in exchange for 39 Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.
Israeli officials said that Hamas is expected to release 14 hostages taken captive on Oct. 7 today as part of a deal between Israel and Hamas. In return, Israel will release 42 Palestinian prisoners. Meanwhile, the short-term cease-fire and ramped up humanitarian aid will continue. Lilia Luciano is in Tel Aviv with more.
A dean at Rutgers University was arrested for allegedly recording inappropriate videos while working for the school, according to New Jersey prosecutors.
Three teenagers were killed, and four people are in the hospital after two cars crashed on the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn, police said.
Francisco Lindor scored the winning run on a throwing error in the 10th to lead the Mets past the Brewers 3-2 on Tuesday night.
The Houston Astros beat the New York Yankees 9-7 on Tuesday night.
A CBS News New York investigation has found that a car registered to the former police chief of Tuckahoe in Westchester County was involved in multiple reported hit-and-runs within minutes.
Three teenagers were killed, and four people are in the hospital after two cars crashed on the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn, police said.
A CBS News New York investigation has found that a car registered to the former police chief of Tuckahoe in Westchester County was involved in multiple reported hit-and-runs within minutes.
New Yorkers have a chance to snag discounted tickets to the U.S. Open.
The Anne Frank Tree in Liberty Park in Lower Manhattan is struggling to survive.
NYC's Empire State Building paid tribute to music legend Dolly Parton Tuesday night. Parton, 80, died Tuesday in Nashville, her family announced.
A nice stretch of weather kicks off the week in the New York City area before a heightened chance of rain returns.
Along with the increasingly humid conditions comes another chance of showers and storms overnight Saturday into Sunday.
Rainy weather returns to the New York City area Sunday, bringing with it the threat of flooding.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is heading to the Little League World Series after beating Darien, Connecticut, in the Metro Region Tournament on Friday.
We're in great shape on this Friday as we gear up for another weekend.
A dean at Rutgers University was arrested for allegedly recording inappropriate videos while working for the school, according to New Jersey prosecutors.
A 9/11 memorial in Jersey City that's in need of repairs and maintenance is getting help from actor Gary Sinise's foundation.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is out of the Little League World Series after losing to Hamilton, Ohio, on Tuesday night.
Dozens of syringes and other debris were found on the beach in Manasquan on the Jersey Shore over the weekend.
A New Jersey woman is trying to understand how a shocking message was left on her birthday dessert at a local restaurant.
Starting in September, the Long Island Rail Road will offer year-round service to Montauk.
After years in the making, a team of surgeons successfully performed the first pancreas-kidney transplant on Long Island. Despite complicated risks, the first patient selected was all in. As CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports, the patient says the double transplant saved his life.
The names include people who died from 9/11-related illnesses.
A man was arrested after investigators said they found 23 guns and hundreds of grams of various illegal drugs at his Long Island home.
A funeral was held Sunday for a Long Island woman who died after her SUV plunged into a backyard pool.
State officials sent letters to agencies across New York instructing them to unwind agreements with ICE by Tuesday.
A coalition representing 1,000 minority-owned bodegas and supermarkets is suing to stop New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to build five city-run grocery stores.
The Supreme Court divided 6-3 in granting the Trump administration's request for emergency relief.
The meeting came with Democrats expected to take control of the House in the November elections, which would put Jeffries in line to become the next House speaker.
Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, said the tariff fight with Canada could extend U.S. inflation, should the tense trade dynamic between the historically allied countries continue.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
This year, ER visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. How can you best avoid tick bites?
A New Yorker has tested positive for West Nile virus, the city health department announced Wednesday.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
NYC's Empire State Building paid tribute to music legend Dolly Parton Tuesday night. Parton, 80, died Tuesday in Nashville, her family announced.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
The AMC Kips Bay 15 on Second Avenue has been open since 1999 but will shut down at the end of 2026, according to a spokesperson.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Francisco Lindor scored the winning run on a throwing error in the 10th to lead the Mets past the Brewers 3-2 on Tuesday night.
The Houston Astros beat the New York Yankees 9-7 on Tuesday night.
New Yorkers have a chance to snag discounted tickets to the U.S. Open.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is out of the Little League World Series after losing to Hamilton, Ohio, on Tuesday night.
Defender James Sands made a spectacular goal clearance before scoring in first-half stoppage time to help NYCFC earn a 1-1 draw with the New England Revolution on Sunday.
The DSNY reported an increase in needle stick injuries for New York City sanitation workers.
A Queens homeowner says that overgrown city trees on her block are creating a safety hazard at night.
Neighbors say Flushing Meadows Corona Park has been falling into disrepair for years.
The owner of a beloved Harlem food truck known for its burgers under $5 is retiring and selling the business.
The historic Art Deco bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park is getting a new life as the Rockaway Ocean Club. But as the long-dormant building reopens, some locals are questioning who will have access to its amenities.
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.
A dean at Rutgers University was arrested for allegedly recording inappropriate videos, according to New Jersey prosecutors.
The New Jersey county will use the money to build a two-acre stormwater management system.
Harry Styles will be performing at his first concert during his 30-show residency at MSG as part of his Together, Together tour.
Dolly Parton, one of the most groundbreaking and successful musicians in the history of country music, died Tuesday after a brief cancer battle. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
A person of interest was arrested after a man was stabbed in the back and slashed in the face Tuesday night.
