U.S. mom and daughter held hostage by Hamas are released
The freed U.S. hostages are Judith and Natalie Shoshana Raanan from suburban Chicago, officials announced.
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The freed U.S. hostages are Judith and Natalie Shoshana Raanan from suburban Chicago, officials announced.
A mother and daughter from Chicago are the first hostages to be released by Hamas, but more than 200 are still being held captive. Tina Kraus reports for CBS New York. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Q8KTDs
Yehuda Beinin said his daughter Liat and son-in-law Aviv went missing from their kibbutz during the attack.
Yehuda Beinin said his daughter Liat and son-in-law Aviv went missing from their kibbutz during the attack. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian reports.
The Israel prime minister's office confirms Hamas has released two United States hostages -- a mother and daughter held for nearly two weeks. Tina Kraus reports for CBS New York. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Q8KTDs
As the war intensifies, rallies are growing in size across New York City. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado has look at last night's crowd and their demands.
Billboards in Times Square displayed the Israeli flag, as well as pictures of those being held captive.
A massive rally was held in Times Square on Thursday where hundreds of people called for the release of the hostages held by Hamas. CBS New York's Alecia Reid was there as families of kidnapped victims spoke about their loved ones. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/4014Q3C
Fighting continued Thursday between Hamas and Israel. Sirens went off in Tel Aviv as more rockets flew overhead. Tina Kraus reports for CBS New York. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/48YGmMq
In Times Square on Thursday, a massive crowd of people showed their support for Israel and demanded the release of hostages held by Hamas. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/4014Q3C
U.S. citizens overseas have been advised to "exercise increased caution" due to "the potential for terrorist attacks" and violence amid the Israel-Hamas war.
Jewish New Yorkers held a rally in Times Square on Thursday to show support for Israel and demand the release of hostages being held by the terror group Hamas. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/4014Q3C
The state department issued a travel alert in response to the Israel-Hamas war Thursday, as we get new details from the Israeli military about a ground invasion. Tina Kraus reports for CBS New York. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/48YGmMq
We spoke with Atlantic Council Fellow and military intelligence expert Alex Plitsas to learn more about the potential ground invasion.
As the war in Israel continues to unfold, we've all been exposed to countless images of conflict and devastation. These can be particularly distressing for young children. We spoke with Dr. Robin Goodman, a licensed clinical psychologist, about what parents and schools can do to help.
Israel says the goal of its mission is to destroy Hamas' military capabilities. It's expected to be a long campaign with many challenges. We spoke with Atlantic Council Fellow and military intelligence expert Alex Plitsas to learn more about the potential ground invasion.
Rallies were held Wednesday calling for Hamas to free its hostages, while another stood in solidarity with the people of Gaza. CBS New York's John Dias has the details.
President Joe Biden secured a deal Wednesday to get humanitarian aid to Gaza through Egypt, who also agreed to reopen its border to fleeing Palestinians. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/46z8zbj
IDF soldiers tell CBS New York they're learning about the network of underground tunnels in the Gaza Strip.
They say what they call inflammatory comments by local elected officials are fanning the flames of hate.
Israel now says it will allow limited amounts of humanitarian aid to Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip following a request from President Joe Biden. Tina Kraus reports for CBS New York. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/48Y9enZ
Pictures of hostages were first displayed at the United Nations building last week.
A group of local visual artists have taken a bold step to remember the nearly 200 people kidnapped by Hamas. Their images are being projected on buildings and landmarks around New York City.
Since major U.S. airlines still have direct flights to and from Israel grounded for the near future, most people trying to leave are relying on charter flights and foreign airlines to get back. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
Dozens of flyers were held up showing the names and faces of the nearly 200 people said to be held hostage by Hamas.
American passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which was hit with a deadly outbreak of the hantavirus, are back in the U.S. Three of the at least 10 people confirmed infected in the outbreak have died.
A 1-year-old boy was killed and 6-year-old twins are in critical condition after a fast-moving fire ripped through a Bronx apartment building Monday afternoon.
The well-known film critic and journalist Rex Reed has died at 87.
Talks to avert an LIRR strike are set to continue Wednesday. The strike, if it happens, could begin as soon as midnight on Saturday.
More than 100 EMTs and firefighters responded to the two-alarm blaze in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx on April 6.
American passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which was hit with a deadly outbreak of the hantavirus, are back in the U.S. Three of the at least 10 people confirmed infected in the outbreak have died.
A 1-year-old boy was killed and 6-year-old twins are in critical condition after a fast-moving fire ripped through a Bronx apartment building Monday afternoon.
Talks to avert an LIRR strike are set to continue Wednesday. The strike, if it happens, could begin as soon as midnight on Saturday.
More than 100 EMTs and firefighters responded to the two-alarm blaze in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx on April 6.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is expected to close a multi-billion-dollar gap as he announces his executive budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
An unsettled pattern continues through the entire Mother's Day weekend in the New York City area.
After summer-like warmth, rainy weather and cooler temperatures return to the New York City area mid-week.
A cool weekend is ahead for the New York City area before warmer weather returns.
Some residual showers may linger into early Sunday morning, but the majority of the rainfall should be over by sunrise.
Amtrak announced Thursday it is suing Metro-North for allegedly blocking nonrevenue trains on a portion of the busy Northeast Corridor for over two months.
Incumbent Mayor Ras Baraka will face seven challengers and 19 candidates will vie for four at-large council seats when voters go to the polls on Tuesday.
Police are investigating after six people were shot at Rosa Parks Boulevard and Godwin Avenue in Paterson, New Jersey.
A man was arrested after a police standoff forced Bridgewater, New Jersey, residents to shelter in place for over 24 hours, officials say.
A woman has been charged with theft for taking a dog outside a Clifton, New Jersey, home in April, police say.
An unsettled pattern continues through the entire Mother's Day weekend in the New York City area.
Talks to avert an LIRR strike are set to continue Wednesday. The strike, if it happens, could begin as soon as midnight on Saturday.
Southampton Police shot and killed a 28-year-old man who was stabbing and slashing his mom with a knife on Mother's Day, police said.
Steven Schwally was allegedly drunk when his car slammed into a Deer Park nail salon in 2024. The crash killed four people, including an off-duty NYPD officer.
The threat of an LIRR strike is hanging over nearly 300,000 daily riders and could start as soon as Saturday.
The fatal fire erupted just before 1:30 a.m. Sunday at a boarded-up house on Sycamore Avenue in Hempstead, Nassau County fire officials said.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is expected to close a multi-billion-dollar gap as he announces his executive budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
Incumbent Mayor Ras Baraka will face seven challengers and 19 candidates will vie for four at-large council seats when voters go to the polls on Tuesday.
The Democratic primary in the 10th Congressional District is an intense fight where former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander is trying to unseat Rep. Dan Goldman.
City Council members say requirement for transparent roll-down gates is burdensome for small businesses ahead of the July 1 enforcement deadline.
President Trump made the comments in a phone interview with CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes.
American passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which was hit with a deadly outbreak of the hantavirus, are back in the U.S. Three of the at least 10 people confirmed infected in the outbreak have died.
Three New Yorkers are among the 18 people being quarantined in Nebraska and Atlanta due to hantavirus concerns.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
More than 100 people from a cruise ship dealing with an outbreak of the rare and deadly hantavirus are set to be disembarked.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
The well-known film critic and journalist Rex Reed has died at 87.
"The Pitt" star Isa Briones is bringing heightened pride and Filipino presence to both stage and screen.
Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" has canceled two weeks of performances following a fire at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
Ryan Weathers took a no-hitter into the seventh inning, then gave up a single before Coby Mayo hit a three-run homer off reliever Brent Headrick to lift the Baltimore Orioles over the New York Yankees 3-2 on Monday night.
Queens officials say Jackson Heights is considered one of the most diverse neighborhoods in the city.
The New York Knicks are headed back to the Eastern Conference finals -- and their fans are loving every minute of it.
Hannes Wolf scored three goals for his first hat trick and Nicolás Fernández assisted on all the scores to help lead NYCFC to a 3-0 victory over the Columbus Crew on Sunday.
Eduardo Rodriguez came within two outs of his first complete game, Ryan Waldschmidt had his first three big league RBIs and the Diamondbacks beat the Mets 5-1 on Sunday.
City Council members say requirement for transparent roll-down gates is burdensome for small businesses ahead of the July 1 enforcement deadline.
For more than four decades, residents living beside Brooklyn's District 13 Sanitation Garage in Coney Island have been waiting for the facility to move away from their homes.
There's a swim club in Harlem teaching kids a lifesaving skill, and they're turning timid swimmers into competitors.
The Davis Center at the Harlem Meer is celebrating one year of providing year-round recreation space to New Yorkers while still spreading the word to residents.
Residents displaced by a deadly apartment building fire in Inwood say it was only a matter of time before their building went up in flames.
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.
Prosecutors filed federal charges against two foreign companies, accusing them of conspiracy to defraud the U.S. and failing to inform the Coast Guard of known hazardous conditions, among other charges.
The president said the ceasefire between Iran and the United States is on "life support." Meanwhile he will be discussing the situation with Chinese President Xi Jinping as the country relies heavily on the Strait of Hormuz.
New Jersey is rolling out a massive party ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Tournament with performers like The Village People and Soulja Boy.
In-person ticket sales for the Book of Mormon will take place at August Wilson Theatre after a fire erupted at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.
Students returned to class in person in Belleville, more than a week after a massive 14-alarm fire burned through multiple buildings. The schools were closed due to concerns for air quality.
