Optimism reigns in NYC for return of hostages held by Hamas
As negotiations continue over the end of the war in the Middle East, New Yorkers were making their voices heard Sunday.
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As negotiations continue over the end of the war in the Middle East, New Yorkers were making their voices heard Sunday.
New Yorkers marched in Central Park on Sunday, calling for the release of Israeli hostages and hoping it was the last weekend they'd have to hold a rally. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Tuesday marks two years since the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, that sparked the war.
They gathered on Sunday in Central Park to commemorate nearly two years since Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
The president said Israel and Hamas continue to hammer out parts of the initial 20-point plan. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
Tuesday marks two years since Hamas attacked an Israeli music festival, sparking a devastating war. As Israel and Hamas get closer to a peace deal, CBS News New York's Allen Devlin spoke with the family of a New York activist detained while attempting to bring aid to the Gaza Strip.
The plan called for Hamas to return all Israeli hostages and for the Israeli military to begin withdrawing from parts of the Gaza Strip in phases.
The Global Sumud Flotilla set sail from Spain last month, with politicians and activists, including Greta Thunberg, aboard.
Hamas said it agreed to release the hostages it took in the October 2023 attack on Israel. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
Hamas has accepted part of President Trump's peace proposal, including the release of all the Israeli hostages. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
The president said he believes Hamas is ready for peace and called on Israel to immediately stop bombing Gaza so hostages can get out safely. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
The proposed peace deal would put Gaza under the control of a temporary governing committee led by the president.
President Trump said Friday that he is issuing a Sunday evening deadline for Hamas to agree to a U.S. peace proposal, backed by the Israeli government, to end the war in Gaza.
Israel says Gaza flotilla activists, including Greta Thunberg, are safe and being transferred to Israel after their boats were intercepted at sea.
Jewish students at Stuyvesant High School organized the event as part of a larger movement to strengthen Jewish pride and encourage dialogue.
Hamas and other Palestinian factions are expected to present their response to Trump's Gaza ceasefire plan quickly, a source tells CBS News.
The White House released a 20-point plan for peace Monday during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
The White House on Monday released a 20-point plan for peace in Gaza, which Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he supported.
Edan Alexander, the Tenafly, N.J. native who was taken hostage during the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel has been honored by his hometown with a street renaming.
His appearance drew protesters outside the United Nations from both sides of the issue of Israel's war with Hamas in Gaza. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas and Ali Bauman reports.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas addressed the United Nations Thursday, making a renewed plea for help to end the war with Israel. Abbas made a direct plea to President Trump. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
CBS News New York's Alice Gainer has more on the president's speech on Tuesday.
Gridlock alert days are in effect, with heavy traffic and road closures expected in Midtown. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has what you need to know.
The New Jersey native spoke at a Manhattan gala supporting the Israel Defense Forces after spending more than a year in Hamas custody.
For the first time, we're hearing from Edan Alexander, the New Jersey man who was trapped in Hamas captivity for nearly a year and a half. He was released in May and returned to a parade in his hometown of Tenafly. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid reports he is vowing to return to Israel.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
Dubbed the "Designer to the Stars," Bob Mackie won nine Emmy Awards, a Tony Award and was nominated for three Oscars.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg will discuss the seizures of celebrity deepfake websites that use AI to alter video, audio or pictures to realistically mimic famous people.
A 17-year-old student was stabbed outside a school in the Bronx Monday morning.
Some 8.2 million New York households will start receiving energy rebate checks worth up to $200 starting next week, Gov. Kathy Hochul said Monday.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg will discuss the seizures of celebrity deepfake websites that use AI to alter video, audio or pictures to realistically mimic famous people.
A 17-year-old student was stabbed outside a school in the Bronx Monday morning.
Some 8.2 million New York households will start receiving energy rebate checks worth up to $200 starting next week, Gov. Kathy Hochul said Monday.
Two lawsuits were filed in New York against the Trump administration to prevent a policy dissuading immigrants from using public benefits.
Fire departments were hard at work in Paterson, New Jersey, and Fairfield County, Connecticut, due to flash flooding on Sunday morning.
Fire departments were hard at work in Paterson, New Jersey, and Fairfield County, Connecticut, due to flash flooding on Sunday morning.
Rainy weather makes a return to the New York City area this weekend.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
Severe storms returned to the Tri-State Area, making it a soggy Thursday morning.
The rain returns Tuesday with the possibility of severe storms and downpours that can cause flash flooding in the New York City area.
Fire departments were hard at work in Paterson, New Jersey, and Fairfield County, Connecticut, due to flash flooding on Sunday morning.
Breece Hall ran for 102 yards and a touchdown, Geno Smith threw for 215 yards in his Jets return, and the Jets defeated the Titans 23-10 on Sunday.
Rainy weather makes a return to the New York City area this weekend.
The tragedy of 9/11 hit one New Jersey community harder than any other. Middletown had 37 residents killed in the attacks, more than any other town outside the five boroughs.
Middletown, New Jersey, had more residents killed in the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, than any other town outside of New York City.
Remembrance ceremonies continue this weekend to mark 25 years since the 9/11 terror attacks. Saturday, New Yorkers in a small hamlet on Long Island paid tribute to their first responders who died that day. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
The New York City area marked 25 years since the moment the city changed forever and thousands of friends, family and loved ones were killed. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan, Jennifer McLogan and Larry Ridley report.
NYPD Officer Karen Selena Hill was one of almost 800 recruits to graduate from the NYPD Academy class that was pushed into active duty while still training on 9/11.
In Hempstead, students born years after 9/11 heard firsthand from those who lived through it.
Families and friends gather at Point Lookout every year to remember their loved ones who died because of the 9/11 terror attacks.
Some 8.2 million New York households will start receiving energy rebate checks worth up to $200 starting next week, Gov. Kathy Hochul said Monday.
Two lawsuits were filed in New York against the Trump administration to prevent a policy dissuading immigrants from using public benefits.
The New York City Department of Health is taking new action against a deadly Legionnaires' disease cluster in the Bronx.
The president lived at the Tudor-style Queens estate until age 4.
President Trump's visit to Ireland mixes official talks with Irish leaders and attendance at the Irish Open at a golf course that the president owns.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
One person has died and a total of five people have been sickened by Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx.
As of late August, the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund has received 112,000 claims, awarding more than $18 billion.
A cosmetic treatment that promises breast enhancement without surgery is now at the center of a fight over who regulates human tissue in New York.
Twenty-five years after the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the health threat hasn't ended for many survivors.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
Dubbed the "Designer to the Stars," Bob Mackie won nine Emmy Awards, a Tony Award and was nominated for three Oscars.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
Some are calling for Macklemore to be removed from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after he used part of his opening performance on Friday and Saturday nights at MetLife Stadium to share his pro-Palestinian views about the war in Gaza.
The Met's decision to highlight the work by designer John Galliano sparked widespread controversy due to his history of antisemitic and racist comments.
Jaxson Dart connected with Isaiah Likely for two touchdowns and Devin Singletary on another, and the Giants opened the season with a 28-20 win over the Cowboys on Sunday night.
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
Cam Schlittler took over the major league ERA lead, combining on a three-hitter that helped the Yankees close in on a record 61st postseason berth with a 2-0 win over the Mets on Sunday.
Breece Hall ran for 102 yards and a touchdown, Geno Smith threw for 215 yards in his Jets return, and the Jets defeated the Titans 23-10 on Sunday.
New York City beat Real Salt Lake 2-0 on Saturday night to snap an eight-game winless streak.
At a Bay Ridge school, students who were born years after the attacks are learning about Sept. 11 through the stories of parents, teachers and first responders who lived through it.
Former Mets players from the 2001 season were at Ladder 25 on the Upper West Side on Tuesday.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
A Bronx pizzeria is proving that kindness is contagious by giving slices to hungry New Yorkers.
Brooklyn Community Services says keeping its mobile shower program running is becoming increasingly difficult as the costs of fuel, hygiene products and other expenses rise.
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.
Earlier this month, Macklemore spoke out about his pro-Palestinian beliefs while performing his opening act as part of the tour.
A 17-year-old student was stabbed outside a school in the Bronx Monday morning. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
Residents in Westport, Connecticut and Paramus, New Jersey, are cleaning up after severe weather flooded streets, homes and businesses Sunday.
AI executives and politicians are worried AI technology may be moving faster than the security around it. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
The week starts off sunny and warm, with decreasing humidity. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
