World's largest menorah goes up in NYC
The menorah will be lit each night of Hanukkah from December 7 through 15.
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The menorah will be lit each night of Hanukkah from December 7 through 15.
A symbol of Hanukkah took shape Wednesday in Manhattan, amid what is a difficult time for Jewish people.
It's not too late to turn your home into your very own festival of lights with Hanukkah lights, decorations, candles and more.
Gold Star families joined Girl Scouts in this Long Island tradition to send Christmas trees and menorahs to troops who won't be home for the holidays.
Vanessa Murdock has what you need to know as you look for gifts for the little ones.
"I believe that the Holocaust was about race," Goldberg said in an apology, adding that she's still "learning a lot."
People celebrated outside Central Park in the frigid cold.
People celebrated outside Central Park in the frigid cold.
They are called SIX13 and their newest parody involves the music of Sir Elton John.
They are called Six 13 and their newest parody involves the music of Sir Elton John.
The Shine a Light menorah lighting and concert were held to celebrate the second night of Hanukkah.
Dozens of people from across the borough came together Sunday at Grand Army Plaza.
Millions of Jewish families across the world are lighting candles to usher in the Festival of Lights. CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
The congregation behind it, Chabad of Park Slope, says the height of the religious symbol is meant to send a strong message. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas and Hanukkah, with many New Yorkers ready to embrace the holiday spirit.
Hanukkah lasts eight nights, but there are at least twice as many ways to spell it in English. So which one is right?
Hanukkah starts on Sunday night. Children will spin the dreidel, families will light the menorah, and some will debate an age-old question -- what's the correct way to spell the holiday in English? CBS2's Tony Aiello has more on this seasonal spelling challenge.
We're just days away from the start of Hanukkah, and one Brooklyn man is celebrating his own miracle -- seeing his dreams come true with a staging of his original musical. CBS2's Hannah Kliger sat in on one of their rehearsals in Times Square.
CBS2's Lisa Rozner spoke to New Yorkers to find out the unique ways they're celebrating this year.
It's almost time start celebrating Hanukkah as the Jewish holiday begins this Sunday. If you're looking for some out-of-the-box ways to celebrate the holiday, we've got you covered.
Hanukkah, the Jewish holiday also known as the Festival of Lights, begins Sunday night and lasts for eight days. CBS2's Lisa Rozner spoke to New Yorkers to find out the unique ways they're celebrating this year.
Hanukkah, the Jewish holiday also known as the Festival of Lights, begins Sunday night and lasts for eight days. CBS2's Lisa Rozner spoke to New Yorkers to find out the unique ways they're celebrating this year.
A judge found Thomas lacked the capacity to understand the proceedings against him, or to his assist his own defense.
As Chanukah comes to a close, families in New Jersey came together for a special celebration on Sunday.
The event is part of a national effort to raise awareness about antisemitism.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed an executive order Tuesday that pushes NJ Transit to improve the rider experience.
A sex offender who was out on parole is back in custody after he allegedly tried to sexually assault a woman in Central Park in broad daylight, police say.
A JetBlue flight returned safely to T.F. Green Airport in Rhode Island after hitting a coyote on the runway Tuesday morning.
The National Transportation Safety Board on Tuesday released new details on its investigation into Sunday's deadly collision at LaGuardia Airport.
LaGuardia Airport is still rebounding from mounting cancellations and delays after a deadly runway crash late Sunday.
A sex offender who was out on parole is back in custody after he allegedly tried to sexually assault a woman in Central Park in broad daylight, police say.
The National Transportation Safety Board on Tuesday released new details on its investigation into Sunday's deadly collision at LaGuardia Airport.
LaGuardia Airport is still rebounding from mounting cancellations and delays after a deadly runway crash late Sunday.
A second person was arrested Tuesday in connection with a 2021 acid attack on Long Island college student Nafiah Ikram.
From World War II to modern mixology, women in Brooklyn fought for their place behind the bar. This Women's History Month, their legacy continues to influence the city's nightlife.
It may not feel like spring right away, but Friday's weather does deliver a clear shift in the air in New York City.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed an executive order Tuesday that pushes NJ Transit to improve the rider experience.
ICE agents began patrolling at JFK Airport in NYC and Newark Airport in New Jersey on Monday.
The air traffic control tower at Newark Liberty airport in New Jersey was evacuated early Monday, after a report of smoke inside the tower.
Leqaa Kordia, a Columbia University protester who was detained by ICE for more than a year, spoke out Sunday for the first time since her release last week.
Two of the most storied programs in men's college basketball, St. John's and Kansas, will battle it out later Sunday.
A second person was arrested Tuesday in connection with a 2021 acid attack on Long Island college student Nafiah Ikram.
High school students are helping residents in assisted living in Long Island, New York feel a bit more confident with makeovers.
Two of the most storied programs in men's college basketball, St. John's and Kansas, will battle it out later Sunday.
A Long Island teenager accused of killing his ex-girlfriend in November allegedly plotted to burglarize the victim's home.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed an executive order Tuesday that pushes NJ Transit to improve the rider experience.
Leqaa Kordia, a Columbia University protester who was detained by ICE for more than a year, spoke out Sunday for the first time since her release last week.
New York City Comptroller Mark Levine was the first to sound the alarm about New York City's massive budget gap.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
The Supreme Court will consider whether states can count mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive after.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
ABC has canceled its already filmed season of "The Bachelorette" starring Taylor Frankie Paul after video surfaced of a 2023 incident in which she was charged with assault.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Toumani Camara had career highs of nine 3-pointers and 35 points to help Portland beat the Brooklyn Nets 134-99 on Monday night.
The Rangers recorded just nine shots on goal, matching their lowest total in franchise history, in a 2-1 loss to the surging Senators on Monday,
Ilya Sorokin made 26 saves for his NHL-leading seventh shutout of the season, and the Islanders moved back into a playoff spot with a 1-0 victory over the Blue Jackets on Sunday night.
Karl-Anthony Towns had 26 points and 16 rebounds, Jalen Brunson scored 23 points and the Knicks beat the Wizards 145-113 on Sunday night for their sixth straight victory.
Malik Monk scored 10 of his 32 points in the final five minutes, Devin Carter made a pair of clutch free throws with 6.6 seconds remaining and the Sacramento Kings held off the Brooklyn Nets 126-122.
From World War II to modern mixology, women in Brooklyn fought for their place behind the bar. This Women's History Month, their legacy continues to influence the city's nightlife.
A new performing arts venue with a focus on immigrant stories is opening in Upper Manhattan this fall. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley got an exclusive tour of the construction that will give The People's Theatre its first home in more than 15 years.
Members of the Apollo Theater, where Kiki Shepard left her mark for 15 years, reflect on her legacy after the Harlem icon's death at age 74.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
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 MTA is offering discounts for the Mets home opener Thursday.
The Department of Homeland Security says more than 450 TSA agents have quit during the partial government shutdown, and 3,200 called out sick on Monday. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer has the story.
Surveillance video shows a car crashing into a Bronx store Tuesday morning.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is ordering big changes in transit, aiming to give commuters a cleaner, safer and more reliable ride. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has the latest on the investigation, Tim McNicholas looks at safety detection, and Jenna DeAngelis checks on flights diverted and rebooked.
