NYPD-fueled La Jara Band uses music to connect with communities
Capt. Cedillo says having band members with roots in different countries has helped create a unique sound.
Capt. Cedillo says having band members with roots in different countries has helped create a unique sound.
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we are highlighting a group of New York City police officers who are using music to elevate their platform and connect with those they have pledged to protect and serve. CBS2's Thalia Perez has their story.
Santibáñez runs three New York City restaurants, aptly named Fonda as a nod to luncheonettes in his native Mexico City.
Medina's dishes are inspired by his upbringing in Mexico City, CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
Esmeralda Santiago, who was born in Puerto Rico, is this year's honoree at the 17th annual Brooklyn Book Festival
Esmeralda Santiago, who was born in Puerto Rico, is this year's honoree at the 17th annual Brooklyn Book Festival, CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
These Mexican American chefs made their mark on New York City's culinary scene and now they're sharing the success with younger generations.
They infused family traditions into their food and showed CBS2's Lisa Rozner how they're sharing the success with younger generations.
Founded in 1970, Ballet Hispánico celebrates Hispanic and Latinx culture through dance.
We're celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month with a taste of Argentina on the Lower East Side.
As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, CBS2 spoke with business owners about the strides they've made.
Chef Maria Bido's passion is put on display in monthly hands-on cooking classes.
As we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, CBS2 is taking a look at some of the food that makes up the rich Hispanic culture. Chef Maria Bido, who teaches at the cooking class series called La Cocina de Loisaida on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, offers a taste of Puerto Rican cuisine and explains how you can try your hand at cooking some delicious dishes.
The exhibition features iconic moments in television and highlights milestones from legendary performers.
As part of National Hispanic Heritage Month, New York's Paley Center for Media is taking a look at historic and memorable achievements in television. CBS2's Dave Carlin takes us on a tour of a new exhibition that features top entertainers who made significant contributions.
The museum is kicking off the month with an outdoor celebration Saturday featuring live music, dancing and activities for people of all ages.
Paterson, New Jersey, kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month with a celebration.
The New York Public Library is shining a light on authors and illustrators who explore the beautiful culture and impact of Hispanic communities in New York City.
Israeli tanks seized the Gaza Strip side of the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, authorities said, even as cease-fire negotiations with Hamas remained on a knife's edge.
The 2024 Met Gala saw hundreds of celebrities looking their best on fashion's biggest night.
The Knicks grabbed Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals with a 121-117 victory over the Pacers.
Sean Manaea, Brandon Nimmo and Edwin Diaz powered the Mets to a 4-3 win over the Cardinals on Monday.
Riverdale resident Leo Shliselberg says despite the hardships he's experienced in life, the best medicine is laughter.
The 2024 Met Gala saw hundreds of celebrities looking their best on fashion's biggest night.
Riverdale resident Leo Shliselberg says despite the hardships he's experienced in life, the best medicine is laughter.
A Brooklyn firefighter is hailed a hero after officials say he rescued a man out of a burning car in front of his family.
The rabbi of one of three New York City synagogues that received a fake bomb threat this weekend is speaking out, saying "we will not be deterred."
Pro-Palestinian protesters started at Hunter College and tried to get to the Met Gala on Monday night in New York City.
Traffic was flowing on I-95 in Norwalk Monday after being shut down in both directions due to a fiery tractor-trailer crash last week.
I-95 fully reopened in both directions Sunday in Norwalk, Connecticut, days after a tanker truck caught fire and badly damaged a bridge.
Northbound lanes of I-95 have reopened in Norwalk, Connecticut after crews demolished a bridge that was damaged in a tanker truck fire.
As we progress into Sunday, light showers will become a steady rain, which may be moderate to heavy at times.
The I-95 overpass in Norwalk, Connecticut that was damaged in a fiery tanker truck crash is being demolished, but the highway remains partially closed.
A New Jersey state trooper died Sunday while training at the NJSP headquarters in Ewing, Mercer County, Gov. Phil Murphy said.
Princeton University students began a hunger strike on Friday in solidarity with the millions of Palestinians in Gaza as Israel's war against Hamas continues.
Rutgers University is responding to requests made by pro-Palestinian protesters after demonstrators dismantled their on-campus encampment Thursday.
As we progress into Sunday, light showers will become a steady rain, which may be moderate to heavy at times.
A special general election will be held in New Jersey in September to fill the House of Representatives seat left vacant by late Rep. Donald Payne Jr.
The land in East Farmingdale, near Republic Airport, has been vacant since the 1990s.
As we progress into Sunday, light showers will become a steady rain, which may be moderate to heavy at times.
The controversial New York City congestion pricing tolls set to start June 30 are facing another lawsuit, this time from Long Island.
Isis Navarro Reyes, of New York, allegedly posted TikTok videos marketing weight loss drugs that appeared to be Ozempic, Mesofrance and Axcion.
The suspect in a Long Island car crash that killed one man and three children in August 2023 has agreed to a plea deal.
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
A U.S. soldier has been detained in Russia, officials confirmed.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says the proposal is "far from meeting Israel's core demands."
A special general election will be held in New Jersey in September to fill the House of Representatives seat left vacant by late Rep. Donald Payne Jr.
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
A New Jersey teenager says making music helps bring him to a better place as he fights cancer.
Dutch medical device maker Philips says it's reached a $1.1 billion deal in the United States to settle lawsuits over faulty sleep machines in a case that's rocked the company.
Vicky Dennis went to the hospital with strange symptoms when she had COVID. Doctors found she had two undiagnosed, life-threatening diseases and needed a liver transplant to survive.
Joel Embiid has been experiencing Bell's palsy symptoms, he said after Philadelphia's 125-114 win over the New York Knicks.
The 2024 Met Gala saw hundreds of celebrities looking their best on fashion's biggest night.
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
It's widely known the Met Gala itself includes a dinner and a performance. But aside from bathroom selfies and elevator clips, the gala itself isn't recorded.
It's almost time for the 2024 Met Gala, and we a have look at when the red carpet starts and how long it will last before it ends.
The Knicks grabbed Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals with a 121-117 victory over the Pacers.
Sean Manaea, Brandon Nimmo and Edwin Diaz powered the Mets to a 4-3 win over the Cardinals on Monday.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
Mika Zibenejad scored twice in the Rangers' 4-3 win over the Hurricanes in Game 1 of the NHL Playoffs second-round series at Madison Square Garden.
Rafael Navarro scored early, Cole Bassett had an assist and a late goal and Zack Steffen notched his first clean sheet with Colorado as the Rapids beat NYCFC for the first time at rainy Citi Field.
Riverdale resident Leo Shliselberg says despite the hardships he's experienced in life, the best medicine is laughter.
A Brooklyn firefighter is hailed a hero after officials say he rescued a man out of a burning car in front of his family.
Millions of stamps designed by Brooklyn artist, Kim Parker, are decorating postage envelopes nationwide.
"Swans of Harlem" tells the story of five ballerinas in the early days of Dance Theatre of Harlem.
In light of budget cuts to New York City's public library systems, a Park Slope man decided to launch a fundraiser to support the Brooklyn Public Library.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
Watch celebrity interviews and see the boldest outfits on the red carpet at the 2024 Met Gala.
The 2024 Met Gala saw hundreds of celebrities looking their best on fashion's biggest night. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports.
However, CBS New York's Lonnie's Quinn says during the rest of the work week and at least part of the weekend you're likely going to need an umbrella at times.
Police are looking for a person who shot a 61-year-old man in the face in Harlem and for the gunman in a double-shooting in Hamilton Heights. CBS New York's Kristine Johnson has the story.
CBS New York's Dick Brennan has latest on the negotiations between Israel and Hamas to end the fight and safely return the hostages.