Holocaust survivor documents family's escape from antisemitism
For the very first time, she and the Museum of Jewish Heritage are sharing her journey through decades-old documents. They spoke exclusively with CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian.
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For the very first time, she and the Museum of Jewish Heritage are sharing her journey through decades-old documents. They spoke exclusively with CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian.
Getting an enhanced driver's license usually takes a trip to the DMV, but Laura Siegelman of Plainview wound up on an odyssey of dead ends.
Holocaust Remembrance Day commemorates the 6 million Jews that were murdered under the Nazi regime.
This Holocaust Remembrance Day, we hear from the granddaughter of one survivor who wrote a book, titled, "What Papa Told Me."
For 100 years, Helen Weiss has collected memories that now surround her, CBS2's Shosh Bedrosian reports.
Ferencz secured convictions for 22 former Nazi commanders who were charged with murdering over 1 million Jews, Gypsies and others.
Families gathered Sunday at the Washington Heights Y to bake a traditional staple of the holiday.
The Blue Card nonprofit organization dedicated to helping Holocaust survivors is now involved.
She was the only member of her family left alive after the Holocaust. Now, an East Hampton great-grandmother, carrying decades of memories and heartbreak, tells CBS2's Jennifer McLogan she is facing eviction at any time.
Donations were delivered to Self Help, Part of the Solution, The Bowery Mission, and The Urban Outreach Center.
Friday marks 78 years since the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp.
Friday is National Holocaust Remembrance Day, marking the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp. Every year, we lose Holocaust survivors who can tell their stories. CBS2's Cindy Hsu spoke to a survivor.
As the world marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day, historians are turning to technology to teach young people about the dark chapter in history. Ian Lee reports for CBS2.
Friday marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day and 78 years since the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp.
Approximately 20,000 Holocaust survivors live in New York City.
Approximately 20,000 Holocaust survivors live in New York City.
Nearly 5 million victims are documented. Survivors recently shared their stories with CBS2's Lisa Rozner.
Friday is International Holocaust Remembrance Day, and a new installation at the United Nations on the East Side is moving visitors to tears. CBS2's Lisa Rozner met a Holocaust survivor there who recently shared her story with President Joe Biden.
"I believe that the Holocaust was about race," Goldberg said in an apology, adding that she's still "learning a lot."
On Nov. 9, 1938, thousands of German Jewish businesses and synagogues were destroyed by the Nazis.
Wednesday night marks the anniversary of Kristallnacht, also known as the Night of Broken Glass, which was the start of the Holocaust. A Queens Holocaust survivor says her home was destroyed that night and now, even decades later, tells CBS2's Lisa Rozner she recently experienced similar hate.
There's a renewed focus on the Holocaust amid a rash of hate speech and hate crimes.
In Battery Park City, there's a new exhibition at the Museum of Jewish Heritage called "The Holocaust: What Hate Can Do." It's a presentation of history told through personal stories. CBS2's Steve Overmyer has a look at some items on view for the very first time.
The Islip great-grandmother says she will speak about the atrocities she survived for the rest of her days.
Thursday is Holocaust Remembrance Day, recalling one of the darkest periods of history -- the genocidal killing of 6 million Jews. As CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports, aging survivors are on a mission to make sure the world never forgets.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
The Supreme Court on Thursday said the Trump administration can move forward with its efforts to strip more than 356,000 Syrian and Haitian immigrants of temporary protections.
New York prosecutors said they are dropping a rape charge against Harvey Weinstein instead of trying him for a fourth time.
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board is set to hold a final vote Thursday on a possible rent freeze, which could affect millions of residents.
A crash between two semi-trucks is snarling traffic on the NJ Turnpike as part of the northbound lanes are shut down.
New York prosecutors said they are dropping a rape charge against Harvey Weinstein instead of trying him for a fourth time.
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board is set to hold a final vote Thursday on a possible rent freeze, which could affect millions of residents.
A Queens family says they are still searching for answers over a month after their beloved patriarch was fatally shot in Kissena Park.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Weather is tranquil and pleasant in the New York City area for Father's Day weekend as summer officially begins.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
Thursday and Friday will be First Alert Weather Days in the New York City area, with high temperatures and the chance for strong storms.
A crash between two semi-trucks is snarling traffic on the NJ Turnpike as part of the northbound lanes are shut down.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon says his city's $255 million budget shortfall was caused by the shortfalls of the previous administration.
The owner of a New Jersey diner says World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium have been bad for business.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
A defense attorney made stunning new claims in court Wednesday about what may have sparked the fatal stabbing of a Massapequa man.
A defense attorney made stunning new claims in court Wednesday about what may have sparked the fatal stabbing of a Massapequa man. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
All three candidates backed by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani were projected to win their Democratic primaries Tuesday night.
A woman, her mother and her daughter from Bayport were all indicted in connection with Jor'Dynn Duncan's death on Long Island.
There is a new kind of on-demand video messaging called "kosher cameos" that just launched on Long Island and it doesn't cost a thing.
The Supreme Court on Thursday said the Trump administration can move forward with its efforts to strip more than 356,000 Syrian and Haitian immigrants of temporary protections.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon says his city's $255 million budget shortfall was caused by the shortfalls of the previous administration.
The New York primaries on Tuesday were a big win for the progressive left. All three congressional candidates endorsed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani won.
An activist from St. Paul, Minnesota, who drove to Delaney Hall to protest, was struck by a facility worker.
The FBI on Wednesday morning arrested Frank Carone, the former chief of staff to former Mayor Eric Adams at his Manhattan home, as well as his brother, Anthony Carone, and Queens hotel owner Yan Po Zhu.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
When a large tent appeared next door to Taylor Swift's Watch Hill estate this week, it didn't take long for speculation about the superstar's impending nuptials to ripple through the affluent New England seaside village.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
The Chicago Cubs swept the reeling New York Mets with a 10-5 victory Wednesday night.
Paul Goldschmidt had two home runs and Jasson Domínguez hit a go-ahead, two-run shot in the sixth inning off Tarik Skubal, lifting the New York Yankees to a 4-2 series-winning victory over Detroit.
Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a three-run homer, Dansby Swanson also went deep and drove in four and the Cubs beat the Mets 9-6 on Tuesday night.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered, drove in two runs and scored twice and the New York Yankees beat the Detroit Tigers 4-3.
In her first broadcast TV interview since Jalen Brunson helped lead the Knicks to victory, Sandra Brunson told CBS News she sends her son "words of encouragement" to keep the games in perspective.
After learning to swim in her 40s, one school leader is helping students gain life-saving skills.
Entrepreneurs in Brooklyn are reimagining laundry day as a social experience, turning neighborhood laundromats into gathering spaces.
Experts say the team's title run created a feeling of collective joy and connection, while some local businesses are also seeing a boost from the celebration.
Knicks fans who couldn't make it to Thursday's parade still found a way to celebrate across New York in true blue-and-orange fashion.
A vending machine in Coney Island is offering something unusual alongside the neighborhood's classic attractions: original artwork from local artists.
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.
22 men were charged with murder, attempted murder and other charges, the Brooklyn District Attorney announced.
New York prosecutors said on Thursday they are dropping a rape charge against Harvey Weinstein instead of trying him for a fourth time.
A crash that happened around 4 a.m. on the NJ Turnpike is still affecting traffic on Thursday afternoon.
The U.S. Geological Survey said the temblors had magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5. The agency's predictive modeling indicated the quakes could have killed thousands of people. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The Supreme Court on Thursday said the Trump administration can move forward with its efforts to strip thousands of Syrian and Haitian immigrants of temporary protections that have allowed them to live and work in the United States. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
