NYC mayoral candidates use Labor Day Parade to reach voters
New York City's Labor Day Parade is the oldest and largest parade celebrating the holiday in the United States.
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New York City's Labor Day Parade is the oldest and largest parade celebrating the holiday in the United States.
New York City's Labor Day Parade has been a tradition for nearly 150 years. Saturday, thousands of workers and union members marched down Fifth Avenue, and the city's mayoral candidates used it as a platform to reach voters. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian has more.
CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal spoke to beach goers who soaked up the rays and reveled in the water.
The Labor Day tradition returned to Brooklyn's Eastern Parkway on Monday. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram has more.
Various groups marched in Manhattan near Trump Tower, upset by changes to many policies, including diversity, equity and inclusion. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
More than a million spectators joined the bands and masqueraders for the party on Eastern Parkway. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Many spent the unofficial last day of summer enjoying the waves and the sand on Long Island. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
As CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports, many beaches are staying open for a few more weeks.
More than a million spectators are expected to join the bands and masqueraders for the party on the parkway. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports from Brooklyn.
The English rock band Oasis landed in the NYC area for two concerts this Labor Day weekend in New Jersey.
Crowds have been gathering along Eastern Parkway for the pre-dawn celebration that leads into the West Indian Day Parade. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has all the action.
CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian caught up to people getting the most out of the sun and surf at Coney Island Beach on Sunday.
As many as 1 million New Yorkers and visitors are expected along the nearly two-mile parade route down Eastern Parkway, finishing off at Grand Army Plaza. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
On Sunday, vendors were testing their best dishes as the NYPD prepared the nearly two-mile-long parade route. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian caught up to people getting the most out of the sun and surf at Coney Island Beach on Sunday.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
Robert Sinclair Jr., senior manager with AAA Northeast, joins CBS News New York to discuss Labor Day Weekend travel.
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The 2024 New York City Labor Day Parade stepped off a celebration of workers' solidarity Saturday in Manhattan.
The Labor Day celebration continued down Fifth Avenue on Saturday as a show of support for union workers across the region. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian spoke to union members at this year's Labor Day Parade.
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The airport seemed to be getting back on track late Monday night, but there were a lot of frustrated passengers trying to get home after the holiday weekend. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Five people were wounded when a gunman purposely shot into a crowd on Eastern Parkway on Monday afternoon. The search continues for the shooter. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
CBS News New York's Christine Sloan spoke to several owners on Monday, who said the people came out all summer, but higher rents limited profits.
CBS News New York's Tony Aiello visited a park in Yonkers and spoke to many who were enjoying what's left of the summer.
Strong to severe storms in the New York City area could bring damaging winds, hail and brief downpours to the region on Saturday.
The NYPD said some of the rowdiest fans started climbing on light poles, food carts and subway entrances after the Knicks took a 2-0 NBA Finals lead against the Spurs.
The red-hot Knicks are going home, two wins away from an NBA championship that the capital of the world has been waiting to see for generations.
Willson Conteras homered and drove in three runs on Friday night to lead the Red Sox to a 5-3 victory over the Yankees.
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
Strong to severe storms in the New York City area could bring damaging winds, hail and brief downpours to the region on Saturday.
The NYPD said some of the rowdiest fans started climbing on light poles, food carts and subway entrances after the Knicks took a 2-0 NBA Finals lead against the Spurs.
The red-hot Knicks are going home, two wins away from an NBA championship that the capital of the world has been waiting to see for generations.
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
Federal funding cuts could force some New Yorkers who rely on housing assistance out of their homes.
Strong to severe storms in the New York City area could bring damaging winds, hail and brief downpours to the region on Saturday.
It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
It's back to feeling like spring, and even summer on some days, as warm weather and sunshine return to the New York area.
A final round of showers is moving through the New York area in the morning before the rest of the week turns much drier and warmer.
The New York area is off to a soggy start to the unofficial kickoff of summer with rainy weather this Memorial Day Weekend.
Strong to severe storms in the New York City area could bring damaging winds, hail and brief downpours to the region on Saturday.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A child died and five people, including a firefighter and police officer, were hurt after flames broke out at a home in Perth Amboy, New Jersey.
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said Thursday he is scaling back police at Delaney Hall. The announcement followed the arrests of two protesters on Wednesday night.
The National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary report on a United Airlines plane that struck a light pole on the New Jersey Turnpike in May.
Strong to severe storms in the New York City area could bring damaging winds, hail and brief downpours to the region on Saturday.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who is from Long Island, returned to his home turf Friday to spread the word on what is right with the agency.
A Long Island jury found Steven Schwally guilty of 2nd degree murder for ramming his car into a Deer Park nail salon while drunk.
John Gotti's grandson Carmine Gotti Agnello was arrested Wednesday for allegedly assaulting a woman, Nassau County Police said.
If you ride an e-bike or e-scooter in the Long Island city of Long Beach, don't take it on the boardwalk or you could face a hefty fine.
As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who is from Long Island, returned to his home turf Friday to spread the word on what is right with the agency.
In a CBS News interview, White House border czar Tom Homan defended conditions at the Delaney Hall ICE detention center, amid intense protests over the New Jersey facility. "
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said Thursday he is scaling back police at Delaney Hall. The announcement followed the arrests of two protesters on Wednesday night.
President Trump, a native New Yorker and self-described Knicks fan, said he was invited to attend a Knicks playoff game by the team's owner James Dolan, who has donated to his political campaigns.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
There's no vaccine for the Bourbon virus, nor medicine to treat it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Marie Francillion was diagnosed with lung cancer after she was feeling heartburn and shoulder pain. She said she's able to remain hopeful and spend more time with her family because of a different type of treatment.
New York City's Department of Health is evaluating an East Village apartment complex after two residents were diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease over the course of a year.
Madonna performed a surprise concert in Times Square weeks before the release of her "Confessions II" album.
Knicks superfan Spike Lee stopped by CBS Mornings to give his thoughts as the Knicks get set to play in the NBA Finals, and he offered his prediction, too.
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
Not many people know Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe's splash to stardom began at a Long Island beach.
Federal prosecutors have indicted ex-Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier on additional charges related to a sports gambling sting.
The red-hot Knicks are going home, two wins away from an NBA championship that the capital of the world has been waiting to see for generations.
Willson Conteras homered and drove in three runs on Friday night to lead the Red Sox to a 5-3 victory over the Yankees.
As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.
Socceria in Greenpoint brings together World Cup fans to enjoy Mexican food from acclaimed restaurant owners, chefs and investors.
Excitement and anticipation are building as the Knicks go for a 2-0 series lead over the Spurs Friday night.
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
Jasir Gipson was shot by a stray bullet at 5 years old while walking with his mother. More than a decade later, he's graduating from high school with nothing but a smile.
Garbage piling up near freight train tracks is frustrating many Maspeth residents.
Residents and elected officials are urging the MTA to reopen the Long Island Rail Road's former Elmhurst station, arguing that the neighborhood has outgrown its current transit options.
Before there was a Brooklyn, there was a flagpole, and since the earliest days of our country, it stood as a symbol of freedom and self-determination.
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.
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New York City is buzzing with Knicks fever after a nail-biting Game 2 against the San Antonio Spurs. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
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The Knicks took a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals after beating the Spurs in Game 2 on Friday night. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin, Andrew Ramos, Steve Overmyer and Otis Livingston report.
The New York Senate has passed a bill that requires the MTA to keep two operators on each subway train.
