Israelis search for loved ones with posts and pleas on social media
Posts have flooded a Facebook group set up for Israelis who might be missing in the aftermath of the attacks.
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Posts have flooded a Facebook group set up for Israelis who might be missing in the aftermath of the attacks.
Supporters of Israel demonstrated outside the United Nations. CBS New York's Kristie Keleshian has the story.
According to Israeli officials, at least 700 people have been killed in Israel and hundreds more in Gaza are also dead. On Sunday night, CBS New York's Lisa Rozner learned about the innocent civilians who've been taken hostage by Hamas.
Sen. Cory Booker and his staff were in Jerusalem when Hamas began carrying out its large-scale offensive against Israel "and sheltered in place for their safety," his office said.
Meanwhile, many local leaders are working to get American citizens in Israel home safely. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
Hundreds of Israelis and Palestinians have been killed and thousands wounded in the deadliest day of violence Israel has seen in nearly 50 years.
Israel's national emergency services agency says at least 1,500 more have been wounded in the Hamas military incursion.
The airports are still open, but many people sheltered in place as instructed by the government.
CBS New York spoke with Gov. Kathy Hochul about her efforts to bring New Yorkers stranded in Israel home.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams said NYPD is deploying resources to Jewish communities and houses of worship across the five boroughs.
The lights atop the Empire State Building were lit in blue and white Saturday to show its support for the people of Israel. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3RSU8tZ
Some Americans who traveled to Israel from our area are now stranded, while others raced to get out in time Saturday. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3rQwKCJ
Israel is at war after Hamas launched a surprise assault Saturday. According to Israeli media, at least 250 people have been killed and another 1,500 have been injured. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3tuZKjR
CBS New York's Jessica Moore spoke with Gov. Kathy Hochul on Saturday about her ongoing efforts to bring New Yorkers who are stranded in Israel home. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/46kmuBT
Airlines on Saturday scrambled to cancel flights into Israel after attacks by the Hamas militant group, and American travelers there are eager to leave. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell spoke to some of the locals who are trying to find a way out. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3rQwKCJ
The terror group Hamas launched a surprise attack in Israel on Saturday, leaving at least 250 people dead and the world on edge. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3tuZKjR
The NYPD said it was monitoring the situation in Israel and that there were no immediate threats to New York City.
Dozens are dead and hundreds more injured after an unprecedented attack by Hamas fighters inside Israel. The attack started with rockets fired from inside the Gaza Strip, and Hamas then breached a border wall separating Gaza and Israel and stormed the streets of nearby border towns. Imtiaz Tyab has the latest.
Hamas, the ruling militant group in the Gaza Strip, carried out an unprecedented attack on Israel.
There was outrage and opposition against Netanyahu's government's push for a wide judicial overhaul.
More than 1,000 Israelis and Americans packed the streets outside the United Nations on Friday as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the General Assembly. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Lz8PhV
As Mahmoud Abbas' latest remarks on why Hitler targeted the Jews draw outrage, his colleagues say it's the critics who are "extremely dangerous."
The mayor has been overseas meeting with local and national officials to discuss efforts to combat antisemitism.
The mayor's office said the trip will focus on learning about Israeli technology and efforts to fight antisemitism.
Adams will attend a reception with leaders in Jerusalem before visiting Tel Aviv.
Brooklyn-based Maimonides Health is merging with NYC Health + Hospitals, New York City health leaders announced.
A second helicopter pilot critically injured in a midair collision in Hammonton, New Jersey has died from his injuries, police said Monday.
Multicolored confetti was launched into Times Square in preparation for the 3,000 pounds of it that will be released on New Year's Eve.
A powerful winter storm system could become a "bomb cyclone" over the Great Lakes and Northeast regions this week.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
Brooklyn-based Maimonides Health is merging with NYC Health + Hospitals, New York City health leaders announced.
Multicolored confetti was launched into Times Square in preparation for the 3,000 pounds of it that will be released on New Year's Eve.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as New York City's 111th mayor while millions are celebrating on New Year's Eve.
All of New York City was 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.
All of New York City was 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.
A second helicopter pilot critically injured in a midair collision in Hammonton, New Jersey has died from his injuries, police said Monday.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
All of New York City was under a dense fog advisory Monday morning, with warmer air in place after freezing rain in the Tri-State Area.
One pilot died and another pilot was critically injured after two helicopters collided midair in Hammonton, New Jersey on Sunday, Dec. 28.
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.
All of New York City was 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.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as New York City's 111th mayor while millions are celebrating on New Year's Eve.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy lauded "strong security guarantees" from the U.S. after Sunday's meeting with President Trump in Florida.
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."
Brooklyn-based Maimonides Health is merging with NYC Health + Hospitals, New York City health leaders announced.
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.
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.
Ramapo police responded to a wooded area after getting reports of a "masked suspect" roaming the area.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's updated Monday afternoon First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
A major health care merger in New York City is moving forward.
NJ Transit will no longer accept reduced fare ID cards without photos starting Jan. 1, 2026.
The New Jersey Department of Health said a passenger with measles traveled through the airport on Dec. 12, a week earlier than it first reported.
