NYC officials announce support for asylum seekers
New York City officials make an announcement Wednesday morning about assistance for asylum seekers.
New York City officials make an announcement Wednesday morning about assistance for asylum seekers.
New York City officials make an announcement about assistance for asylum seekers.
Dozens of asylum seekers looking for a place to stay slept on the sidewalk outside the Roosevelt Hotel overnight. As CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports, the city says it continues to struggle to handle the arriving asylum seekers, and housing is just one of many issues.
Some asylum seekers looking for shelter in New York City spent another night sleeping on buses and on the sidewalk in front of the Roosevelt Hotel, which is at capacity. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado is live outside with the latest.
Mayor Eric Adams insists the city has reached its limit, with about 55,000 asylum seekers being housed in humanitarian relief centers here.
The mayor insists the city has reached its limit, with about 55,000 asylum seekers being housed in humanitarian relief centers here. So city housing is now closed to new arrivals. CBS New York's John Dias has reaction from advocates who oppose the plan.
Mayor Eric Adams says there is no more room in the city to house them. CBS New York's John Dias has the details.
The naturalization test is one of the final steps toward citizenship — a monthslong process that requires legal permanent residency for years before applying.
The money comes from FEMA through a grant by the new shelter services program.
Mayor Eric Adams is teaming up with faith leaders to help with the asylum seeker crisis. CBS2's Marcia Kramer reports.
New York City officials say the state provided the Lincoln Correctional Facility as a temporary site.
The mayor is facing pushback from advocates for the homeless, as he says the city has been overwhelmed by more than 70,000 asylum seekers over the last year. CBS2's John Dias reports.
If the asylum seekers work, they can pay their own way and the city will be off the hook. Plus, if they work legally, they also pay taxes.
Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams held a joint briefing Monday as New York City struggles to shelter tens of thousands of asylum seekers. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado has the latest.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams call on the federal government to fast track work permits for asylum seekers.
New York officials are calling on the federal government to help expedite work visas for new arrivals. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado has the latest.
Anadith Tanay Reyes Alvarez, 8, died on May 17 after spending more than a week in Border Patrol custody alongside her parents and siblings.
The New York City mayor said the crisis shouldn't be "a burden" on just one city.
As New York City faces an incoming influx of migrants, Mayor Eric Adams said that if immigration policy is "coordinated at the border, to ensure that those who are coming here to this country in a lawful manner are actually moved throughout the entire country, it is not a burden on one city."
Increasing numbers are calling on the Biden administration to be tougher at border.
The hotel opened Friday as a combined humanitarian center as well as lodging.
Its arrival came just one day after the city stopped using a gym at P.S. 188 in Coney Island for housing.
Protests continue today, as New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks spoke out about the issue for the first time. CBS2's Doug Williams reports.
The chancellor went on to assure parents their kids will be safe, but that's not alleviating their anger. CBS2's Doug Williams reports.
As many as 15 more busloads of asylum seekers could arrive this weekend, and the mayor is looking to house them in 20 school gyms. CBS2's Doug Williams has the latest.
Saturday starts what will likely be the nicest weekend we've had in a quite some time!
In some cases, experts say stress can help keep you sharp and motivated. But over an extended period of time, it may affect your health, job performance, and even your ability to manage your finances.
Protesters erected a new encampment on Columbia University's campus Friday, just as the school's annual alumni reunion weekend was getting underway.
The annual celebration of LGBTQ+ people and culture begins Saturday against a complicated backdrop.
Aaron Judge capped a spectacular May by homering twice in his first game in San Francisco and the New York Yankees beat the Giants on Friday night.
Saturday starts what will likely be the nicest weekend we've had in a quite some time!
In some cases, experts say stress can help keep you sharp and motivated. But over an extended period of time, it may affect your health, job performance, and even your ability to manage your finances.
Protesters erected a new encampment on Columbia University's campus Friday, just as the school's annual alumni reunion weekend was getting underway.
Police say one person is linked to nearly a dozen strong-arm robberies committed across Manhattan in the last two weeks, and he's targeting everyone from businesses to pedestrians on the street.
New York City is preparing for the Israel Day on Fifth Parade this weekend. This year's theme is "Bring Them Home," something families of hostages are praying for.
Saturday starts what will likely be the nicest weekend we've had in a quite some time!
In some cases, experts say stress can help keep you sharp and motivated. But over an extended period of time, it may affect your health, job performance, and even your ability to manage your finances.
This weekend looks amazing, with copious amounts of sunshine and temperatures returning to the 80s!
A renegade shower or storm is possible Thursday, but the chance is low as skies clear after a rainy morning.
Maurie McInnis will become Yale University's new president on July 1. She's stepping down from Stony Brook University to take the position.
Saturday starts what will likely be the nicest weekend we've had in a quite some time!
In some cases, experts say stress can help keep you sharp and motivated. But over an extended period of time, it may affect your health, job performance, and even your ability to manage your finances.
This weekend looks amazing, with copious amounts of sunshine and temperatures returning to the 80s!
A renegade shower or storm is possible Thursday, but the chance is low as skies clear after a rainy morning.
After a 15-year-old was stabbed in Ocean City and a state of emergency was issued in Wildwood over the weekend, New Jersey police union president Peter Andreyev said "more needs to be done to allow police to protect our communities."
Saturday starts what will likely be the nicest weekend we've had in a quite some time!
In some cases, experts say stress can help keep you sharp and motivated. But over an extended period of time, it may affect your health, job performance, and even your ability to manage your finances.
Police on Long Island announced Cricket World Cup road closures and expect disruptions in and around Eisenhower Park starting Saturday.
This weekend looks amazing, with copious amounts of sunshine and temperatures returning to the 80s!
The Cricket World Cup is coming to Long Island starting this weekend, and some tickets are still available.
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts in a case stemming from a "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Former President Donald Trump's campaign and the GOP raised $52.8 million in the hours after Trump was convicted on 34 felony counts in his "hush money" trial.
President Biden said Israel's proposal consists of three phrases. Hamas has not yet responded.
President Biden said the "American principle that no one is above the law was reaffirmed" after Trump was convicted on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on all counts in his "hush money" trial in New York, becoming the first former president to be convicted of a crime.
Officials remind parents to keep a close eye on their kids this summer after a girl nearly drowned in a backyard swimming pool in Connecticut over Memorial Day weekend.
A new report from Orkin ranks the worst cities for mosquitoes, with New York coming in second and Los Angeles taking the top spot.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
A new report from New Jersey's Department of Health shows lead levels in children are dropping but not gone.
Kyle McMorrow was just 36 years old when he suffered a stroke last year. He woke up with neck pain one day, not realizing what was happening.
Comedy In Harlem will reopen in a newer, larger location on West 145th Street.
Manhattan prosecutors have told a judge they are evaluating new claims of sexual misconduct made against Harvey Weinstein, and new charges are being considered.
Wactor was shot and killed when he interrupted three suspects in the midst of a catalytic converter theft in downtown LA early Saturday morning, according to family members.
In the Off-Broadway comedy, Sedgwick plays the mother of a young disabled woman who is romantically involved with a disabled man.
Nicki Minaj was in Amsterdam after playing a show at Ziggo's Dome on Thursday, and was on her way to Manchester, England, for the next stop in her Pink Friday 2 World Tour.
Aaron Judge capped a spectacular May by homering twice in his first game in San Francisco and the New York Yankees beat the Giants on Friday night.
Starling Marte ripped a bases-loaded triple in the first inning and drove in four runs, J.
Santiago Rodríguez scored the go-ahead goal in the 80th minute and substitute Alonso Martínez added a hat trick from there as New York City FC pulled away for a 5-1 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes at Yankee Stadium, matching a club record with its fifth straight win.
Police on Long Island announced Cricket World Cup road closures and expect disruptions in and around Eisenhower Park starting Saturday.
Aaron Judge hit his 275th home run and Juan Soto broke the game open with a bases-clearing triple as the Yankees beat the Angels.
Residents who live around St. Mary's Park in the South Bronx say they're worried their children won't have a safe place to play this summer.
The inaugural Gowanus Art Parade will dance along the historically polluted canal Saturday.
Comedy In Harlem will reopen in a newer, larger location on West 145th Street.
Amber Ferrer, an advocate and connector within the LGBTQIA+ community of Jackson Heights, has been named one of the grand marshals of the 2024 Queens Pride Parade.
Living in the concrete jungle means sharing the city with the hundreds of species of wildlife that call it home.
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.
Experts say stress can help keep you sharp and motivated in some cases. But over an extended period of time, it may affect your health, job performance, and even your ability to manage your finances.
From family vacations to other special moments this summer, photo ops should be easy and stress-free. Award-winning family and child photographer Lena Antaramian of Live Love Laugh Photos has these expert tips for parents.
In an effort to get guns off the streets of New Rochelle, pre-paid gift cards worth up to $250 are being offered for surrendered firearms, no questions asked.
Craig Allen has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News This Morning.
Speaking from the White House, President Joe Biden said it's time for the conflict between Israel and Hamas to end. CBS New York's Bradley Blackburn reports.