2 families with NYC ties grieving the loss of daughters in Israel
One woman flew from New York to Israel thinking her daughter was alive, only to find out she was killed at a music festival. CBS New York's Doug Williams reports.
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One woman flew from New York to Israel thinking her daughter was alive, only to find out she was killed at a music festival. CBS New York's Doug Williams reports.
Israel has now formed a national unity government and a war cabinet as it works to fulfill Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's promise to destroy Hamas. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3rJsRQ5
Israeli Defense Forces said rescue teams found entire families burned inside their safe rooms after Hamas set fire to homes along the border. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The graphic images of terror coming from Israel are hard to comprehend. They are hitting Jewish New Yorkers especially hard. Rabbi Mark Wildes, founder and director of Manhattan Jewish Experience, is helping them process tragedy. He spoke with CBS New York's Chris Wragge and Mary Calvi.
Hundreds continue to gather days after the Mideast conflict erupted over the weekend. Many attendees said their feet may be in the U.S., but their minds are consumed by fear for their family and friends overseas. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
More than 2,000 people have died, with thousands more wounded. The White House confirms at least 14 of those are Americans. Naomi Ruchim reports.
That includes people from the Tri-State Area. They're trying to get flights home, but can't. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
President Biden delivered remarks from the White House on the unprecedented Hamas attacks on Israel.
On the grounds of the Rockland County Courthouse, the Jewish community gathered, standing in solidarity.
Rockland County has the largest Jewish population per capita of any county in the entire country. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal was in the community as they gathered in support of Israel on Tuesday. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/46phmwi
They are pleading for help from the U.S. government.
CBS New York's Lisa Rozner spoke to families who are desperate to get their loved ones home from Israel. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/46Lk8LU
Many in the crowd said their minds have been consumed with fear for family and friends overseas.
Communities across the Tri-State Area held rallies Tuesday, some in support of Israel and others supporting Palestinians.
Hundreds of people gathered at a pro-Israel rally and vigil near the United Nations on Tuesday. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3ZSXG1y
A vigil was held in Hoboken on Tuesday in solidarity with Israel. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3RSw9uQ
Israel is hitting Gaza with its biggest air strikes yet as the United States pledges its full support to Israel. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/46mU2PN
The death toll from Hamas' surprise attack on Israel stands at 900, while Palestinian officials say retaliatory strikes on Gaza have killed over 700.
Nassau County Legislator Mazi Pilip's story is just one of many, as thousands pray for their families and country.
Hundreds of people gathered outside the United Nations at a rally and vigil in support of Israel on Tuesday. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3ZSXG1y
Aryeh Ziering was a captain in the IDF. He was among the first to race south from Tel Aviv as the terror attack unfolded.
Rep. Dan Goldman and Assemblyman Simcha Eichenstein are trying to work with airlines that have paused flights.
Nassau County Legislator Mazi Pilip's story is just one of many, as thousands pray for their families and country. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Rep. Dan Goldman and Assemblyman Simcha Eichenstein are trying to work with airlines that have paused flights. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Tuesday afternoon, President Joe Biden said the United States stands with Israel and that Hamas offers nothing but terror. The president also said American citizens are among the hostages being held by Hamas. With escalating fighting and a growing death toll, those with missing loved ones are begging the U.S. for help. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/48PqGeG
All of New York City is under a dense fog advisory Monday morning, with warmer air in place after freezing rain in the Tri-State Area.
The Blue Jackets scored a pair of third-period goals in just over a minute and rallied to beat the Islanders 4-2 on Sunday for their second straight win.
The Raiders moved into position to snag the top pick in next year's draft after losing 34-10 to Jaxson Dart and the Giants on Sunday.
New York City's "Good Riddance Day" is a nearly 20-year-old tradition that finds creative ways to figuratively get rid of what's not missed from the past year.
Ahmed al Ahmed, the man hailed as a hero for disarming one of the gunmen behind a deadly antisemitic attack on Australia's Bondi Beach, says he just wanted to save innocent people.
All of New York City is under a dense fog advisory Monday morning, with warmer air in place after freezing rain in the Tri-State Area.
New York City's "Good Riddance Day" is a nearly 20-year-old tradition that finds creative ways to figuratively get rid of what's not missed from the past year.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued through 2 a.m. Monday due to the lingering threat of freezing rain in the northern suburbs of NYC.
Thousands of new flu cases in New York led to a 38% jump from the previous week, according to state health officials.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
All of New York City is under a dense fog advisory Monday morning, with warmer air in place after freezing rain in the Tri-State Area.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued through 2 a.m. Monday due to the lingering threat of freezing rain in the northern suburbs of NYC.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
A major winter storm pummeled the Tri-State Area with snow and ice after New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
All of New York City is under a dense fog advisory Monday morning, with warmer air in place after freezing rain in the Tri-State Area.
One person was killed and another was critically injured after a helicopter collision
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued through 2 a.m. Monday due to the lingering threat of freezing rain in the northern suburbs of NYC.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
All of New York City is under a dense fog advisory Monday morning, with warmer air in place after freezing rain in the Tri-State Area.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued through 2 a.m. Monday due to the lingering threat of freezing rain in the northern suburbs of NYC.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
A major winter storm pummeled the Tri-State Area with snow and ice after New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina blasted CVS for not releasing the surveillance video to police.
President Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday after he said he had a "good and very productive" call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
Mamdani's team says the group of 48 includes "people from across fields and communities" and are "New Yorkers whose creativity, leadership and lived experience reflect the full life of the city."
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of new flu cases in New York led to a 38% jump from the previous week, according to state health officials.
A spike in measles cases in Rockland County has New York health officials urging families to get vaccinated.
Researchers on Long Island say they've found physical evidence of PTSD in World Trade Center first responders.
In New York, cases of flu, RSV and COVID have spiked since Thanksgiving.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Comedian and actor Bowen Yang performed his final sketch on "SNL" Saturday night, after announcing his unexpected mid-season exit from the show.
A judge Friday voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
The Blue Jackets scored a pair of third-period goals in just over a minute and rallied to beat the Islanders 4-2 on Sunday for their second straight win.
The Raiders moved into position to snag the top pick in next year's draft after losing 34-10 to Jaxson Dart and the Giants on Sunday.
Drake Maye threw five touchdown passes, and the Patriots finished the regular season undefeated on the road by dominating the Jets 42-10 on Sunday.
Cam Thomas scored 30 points after missing 20 games with a left hamstring strain, and the Brooklyn Nets defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night.
The Patriots and Jets play Sunday as New England eyes a potential AFC East title.
Drumming, dance and hands-on workshops marked the 18th year the Brooklyn Children's Museum is hosting what leaders call New York City's largest family Kwanzaa festival.
Federal funding cuts have left local organizations struggling to meet growing needs, prompting a borough-wide fundraising push to support food access, housing and other essential services.
What began as a middle school project has grown into hundreds of handwritten messages left across New York City, offering encouragement to strangers and revealing how a small gesture can resonate for weeks.
NYC says center-running bus lanes will speed up commutes and improve safety on one of Brooklyn's busiest corridors, but critics aren't so sure.
Nine Brooklyn Football Club partner bars are collecting shelf-stable food and winter coats to benefit 10 local schools.
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.
CBS News New York's Craig Allen says the last few days of 2025 will continuing December's cold trend.
Police say the carjacking took place in Clifton on Sunday evening. Officers then followed the vehicle through Fort Lee, where it had multiple collisions, before it eventually came to a stop in Edgewater. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
Another was listed in critical condition. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos has the latest.
There were numerous delays at NYC-area airports and those who took to the road had to deal with freezing rain on Sunday. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
CBS News New York's Craig Allen says eventually warming temperatures will cause a changeover to plain rain for the NYC area.
