HOPE In Harlem Conference combines faith, sports to promote mental health
This weekend, the HOPE in Harlem Conference will encourage mental health care among young people through sports.
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This weekend, the HOPE in Harlem Conference will encourage mental health care among young people through sports.
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and this weekend, the HOPE in Harlem Conference will encourage mental health care among young people through sports. CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell shows us how an innovative program at one Harlem church continues to break the stigma in the Black community.
Harlem's historic Abyssinian Baptist Church has a new leader. Rev. Dr. Kevin Johnson is taking over after a two-year search, succeeding the legendary Rev. Calvin Butts. The process was not without controversy as Johnson makes a homecoming. CBS News New York's Maurice DuBois sat down with Johnson to discuss his new role.
Rev. Dr. Kevin Johnson sat down for his first interview since becoming senior pastor of Harlem's Abyssinian Baptist Church.
The new leader of the historic Abyssinian Baptist Church is sitting down for his first interview since being named to the high profile role. Rev. Dr. Kevin Johnson welcomed CBS News New York's Maurice DuBois to Abyssinian's homecoming service.
CBS News New York's John Dias spoke exclusively to the heartbroken best friend of victim Martha Rodriguez.
This New York Fashion Week, one runway features a special showcase of creations coming out of SoHarlem, Inc.
A block party held in Harlem on Saturday aimed to raise awareness about domestic violence.
Harlem's older neighbors came together Wednesday for National Senior Citizens Day.
Harlem's older neighbors came together Wednesday for National Senior Citizens Day.
WE ACT for Environmental Justice encourages everyone to prepare for the impacts of extreme heat and flooding.
After experiencing extremes like excessive heat and street flooding this summer, CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell shows us how Harlem residents are preparing for any kind of climate emergency.
Police said the 62-year-old man ignored the officers' orders to drop the weapon. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
Concerts, dance classes and wellness workshops will all be available at the Darkness Rising Project's block party for mental health in Harlem on Saturday. The founding executive director, Carlita Ector, and marketing director, Nekeyeta Newkirk, share more details about the annual event and how the non-profit provides resources to marginalized communities.
Veterans in Harlem find a community home at the American Legion Post #398, which bears the name of the Army's first Black General, Charles Young.
Veterans in Harlem are finding community at the American Legion on West 132nd Street, which bears the name of the Army's first Black general – Charles Young. CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell spoke with the legion's leaders about how they're inspiring neighbors.
Summer can be a fun time for kids, but it can also make returning to school in the fall a more daunting task.
New York City data shows Black people die from heat-related causes at twice the rate of white people.
CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell covers Harlem, one of the areas hit the hardest by heat, and she spoke with activists advocating for solutions.
A 5K run Saturday ushered in the 50th anniversary of Harlem Week. More than 5,000 runners took part in the annual Percy Sutton 5K.
Surveillance video shows the pickup truck hitting two people on the sidewalk before slamming into a fire hydrant and crashing into a UPS truck.
Five federally-funded initiatives aim to combat crime against bodegas in Upper Manhattan and the Bronx.
Five federally-funded initiatives aim to combat crime against bodegas in Upper Manhattan and the Bronx. CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
Visitors can see Harlem literary icon James Baldwin in his high school yearbook, hear his passionate pleas for racial equality, and more at a new exhibit in celebration of his 100th birthday.
James Baldwin would have turned 100 in 2024. In celebration, there's a new exhibit at the New York Public Library. CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
Jones Beach will host a series of special events commemorating America's 250th birthday this summer.
A shooter was killed after opening fire in a building on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, the university said.
A Long Island woman is reuniting with the NYU Langone medical team that helped deliver her baby after she suffered from kidney failure.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill will host a ceremonial first train ride across the Portal North Bridge, designed to replace the trouble-plagued, 115-year-old Portal Bridge that long caused delays for commuters.
Iran's relentless attacks on Gulf states and infrastructure appear to be overshadowing interventions by the U.S. and its allies aimed at easing energy prices.
A Queens man is accused of killing his wife after her remains were found in two separate locations, months apart.
Three men were arrested Wednesday in connection to the 2023 shooting death of a teenage girl in Queens.
The war in Iran means sticker shock for consumers who buy oil for heat and hot water. The average cost of heating oil in New York is 11% higher than a year ago.
A chilling cold case that goes back 52 years has been solved on Long Island, police say. DNA technology linked a former Oceanside sanitation worker to Barbara Waldman's 1974 murder.
It was an emotional day in Queens Criminal Court as Det. Jonathan Diller's family and NYPD colleagues watched police-worn body camera footage of his shooting.
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.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Snow and rain will make for messy morning and evening commutes for New Yorkers on Tuesday. It's a First Alert Weather Day.
The Tri-State Area's weekend is looking like a tale of two seasons with both snow and sunshine.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill will host a ceremonial first train ride across the Portal North Bridge, designed to replace the trouble-plagued, 115-year-old Portal Bridge that long caused delays for commuters.
Two of New Jersey's biggest cities, Jersey City and Newark, are joining a push to bring FIFA World Cup celebrations to local streets.
Giants co-owners Steve, Laurie and Jonathan Tisch want to transfer their shares of the NFL club to their children's trusts, according to a league memo obtained by The Associated Press.
A dog missing for two years has been reunited with its Texas family after being found in New Jersey.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Jones Beach will host a series of special events commemorating America's 250th birthday this summer.
A Long Island woman is reuniting with the NYU Langone medical team that helped deliver her baby after she suffered from kidney failure.
A chilling cold case that goes back 52 years has been solved on Long Island, police say. DNA technology linked a former Oceanside sanitation worker to Barbara Waldman's 1974 murder.
Warmer weather has melted our frozen waterways, but that's giving rise to unusual hazards. The unusually cold winter uprooted docks, and sent debris into the bays and the Long Island Sound.
A tiny home in Selden on Long Island is on the market for almost $330,000, but with no bedroom.
President Trump ordered the release of 172 million barrels of oil from the U.S.'s Strategic Petroleum Reserve on Wednesday, after oil prices rocketed to their highest levels in years amid the U.S.'s war with Iran.
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
New York City's minimum wage could climb to $30 per hour in the coming years. The proposal in the City Council stands to benefit of a lot of people, but there has also been significant pushback.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, on the job for a little over a month, called for major cuts during her first budget address Tuesday.
The Albany budget battle that could test whether New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has to raise property taxes began Tuesday with the state Senate and Assembly unveiling their initial wish lists.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Failed contract agreements between Mount Sinai and Anthem have caused thousands of New York patients to lose in-network care.
New York Attorney General Letitia James' office has ordered NYU Langone Health to resume its Transgender Youth Health Program.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Actress Daryl Hannah explains why the depiction of herself in the FX miniseries "Love Story" is unacceptable in an op-ed in Friday's New York Times.
Justin Timberlake is suing Sag Harbor to prevent the release of bodycam video of his 2024 arrest for driving while intoxicated on Long Island.
Brian Anthony Moreland is a Tony Award-nominated producer who has worked on numerous hit shows and joins a short list of Black producers working on Broadway.
Pokémon fans across New York City waited in live for special events marking the franchise's 30th anniversary.
The New York Knicks rallied to beat the Utah Jazz 134-117 on Wednesday night to snap a two-game losing streak.
Two of New Jersey's biggest cities, Jersey City and Newark, are joining a push to bring FIFA World Cup celebrations to local streets.
Giants co-owners Steve, Laurie and Jonathan Tisch want to transfer their shares of the NFL club to their children's trusts, according to a league memo obtained by The Associated Press.
Just as anticipated, St. John's and UConn turned the Big East regular season into a two-team race. Maybe they're headed for one more heavyweight clash in the finals of the conference tournament.
Mathew Barzal scored in overtime to cap the Islanders' rally from a three-goal deficit for a 4-3 win over the Blues on Tuesday night.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
Manhattan historians recently discovered a link to the Underground Railroad at the Merchant's House Museum.
The National Dance Institute in Harlem hosts a special camp twice a year to bring together dancers with and without special needs for a dance camp, proving anyone can take center stage.
Could New York City's harsh winter weather end up curbing the number of rats? Here's why experts are saying don't count on it.
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.
Iran's new supreme leader said the Strait of Hormuz should be reopened if the war is stopped. Meanwhile, the Trump administration continues to insist the economic turmoil will pay off in the end. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Two people were hurt during a shooting on the campus of Old Dominion University of Norfolk, Virginia. The shooter was killed, according to officials. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Robert Sinclair Jr., Senior Manager with AAA Northeast, talks with CBS News New York's Mary Calvi about travel trends and planning a trip that won't break the bank.
Iran issued a warning saying it would not allow any oil to travel through if it benefits the United States. Since the war started, the cost of a gallon of gas has risen 20%, and diesel has spiked even more. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
New York Giants co-owners Steve, Laurie and Jonathan Tisch want to transfer their shares of the NFL club to their children's trusts, according to a league memo.
