#BetterTogether: Big Russ Barber Shop getting kids in shape for school
The barbers at Big Russ Barber Shop in Harlem are joining with CBS2 to give away free back-to-school haircuts. CBS2's Jessi Mitchell reports.
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The barbers at Big Russ Barber Shop in Harlem are joining with CBS2 to give away free back-to-school haircuts. CBS2's Jessi Mitchell reports.
As 9-year-old Darren Lopez got a haircut, Will Smith of Big Russ Barber shop told CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell he's happy to give back to the community and get kids looking sharp as they go back to school.
CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell is at a #BetterTogether event at Big Russ Barber Shop in Harlem, talking with kids who are getting free haircuts as they head back to school.
Russell Smith spoke with CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell about how the barbershop is not just about getting a good cut.
CBS New York is teaming up with Big Russ Barber Shop to help kids look fresh for the new year.
As students head back to school, CBS New York is partnering with Big Russ Barber Shop to offer free hairs for thousands of students.
New bins outside 14 schools are part of a pilot program to block rats' access to trash.
New rat mitigation efforts in Harlem are about to face their first big test when students return to school next week. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell shows us how new waste bins are reducing rats' access to garbage. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/47YkDUk
Much of the planning for the March on Washington happened in Harlem, out of an apartment building organizers used as headquarters. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell takes us there on the 60th anniversary.
A judge ruled Gotham Buds, across from the Apollo Theatre, is exempt from an injunction blocking the Office of Cannabis Management from opening any other dispensaries while a lawsuit proceeds against its licensing program.
Save Harlem Now! led the effort ahead of the famed civil rights demonstration's 60th anniversary.
Save Harlem Now! led the effort ahead of the March on Washington's 60th anniversary, CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
A judge ruled the business can move forward and begin sales. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
CBS New York looks into the key roles New Yorkers played in the March on Washington and the historic places where they planned the movement. Plus, Maurice DuBois sits down with family members of key organizers for their unique insights.
Despite initial pushback from the local business improvement district, opening of Gotham Buds is moving forward.
Gotham Buds will be located across the street from the famed Apollo Theater. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The East Harlem food pantry has seen more new migrants seeking services in two months than all of last year. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
The 49th annual event was held on West 135th Street. Three different stages hosted music, plays, and dance.
The 49th annual event was held on West 135th Street. Three different stages hosted music, plays, and dance. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce hosted the event with a mix of entertainment and important information.
Harlem Week wraps up a celebration of the community this weekend. The two-week festival featured food and entertainment but also focused on health. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell spoke to organizers. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3sd5gqJ
Shawn Smith, an endometrial cancer survivor who advocates for women to pay close attention to their bodies, joined CBS News New York on Friday to share more about her mission and the Spot Her initiative.
Shawn Smith, an endometrial cancer survivor who advocates for women to pay close attention to their bodies, joined CBS News New York on Friday to share more about her mission and the Spot Her initiative in Harlem.
Harlem is part of one of four mitigation zones in the city that will get additional funding to help combat rats.
Police said Jacob Franco was standing in front of the store on West 128th Street when a gunman shot him in the chest.
