Ongoing struggles of Caribbean LGBTQ+ community in NYC
Mohamed Amin founded the Caribbean Equality Project in 2015. CBS2's Jennifer Bisram reports.
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Mohamed Amin founded the Caribbean Equality Project in 2015. CBS2's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Out Leadership CEO Todd Sears says PRIDE is a time for the community to pause, celebrate and hit the reset button.
A flag raising ceremony was held Thursday morning in Lower Manhattan to mark the beginning of LGBTQ+ Pride Month.
André Thomas is one of the co-chairs of NYC Pride. This year's NYC Pride March is on June 25.
The Queens Pride Parade and Multicultural Festival is New York City's second-oldest and second-largest Pride march.
The Queens Pride Parade and Multicultural Festival is New York City's second-oldest and second-largest Pride march. David Kilmnick, president of the LGBT Network, and performer Avant Garbage joined CBS2 News on Thursday morning.
Some protesters said they were upset that NYPD officers outnumbered demonstrators, CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Police said four trans rights protesters were charged with disorderly conduct out of dozens who marched through Washington Square Park.
Police said four trans rights protesters were charged with disorderly conduct out of dozens who marched through Washington Square Park, CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports.
It directs school staff to immediately inform parents on a variety of issues about their children.
The school board says it will "defend its policy to protect parental rights and ensure students' safety."
The agency said that blood donor eligibility will now be based on an individual's personal risks.
Beyoncé kicked off her first solo world tour since 2016 in Stockholm, Sweden, performing all the songs on her latest album, "Renaissance."
Police said the man entered a building and defecated on a Pride flag.
Jayqwan Hamilton was arrested Monday in connection with the 2022 deaths of Julio Ramirez and John Umberger.
Police say a 44-year-old man was stabbed in the leg by a group of suspects who made anti-gay statements.
Police say the suspects made anti-LBGTQ statements before the attack.
Four prominent organizations representing health care rights for the LGBTQ community said they won't be in the parade if the governor is there.
The day celebrates and raises awareness about the transgender community, and it's more important than ever with anti-transgender legislation on the rise across the country.
The organizers say Hochul's plan to redirect funds from a federal drug pricing program impacts their community.
Ali Krieger, long-time U.S. Women's National Team and National Women's Soccer League defender, joins "CBS Mornings" to exclusively announce her retirement from professional soccer at the end of this season with Gotham FC. The two-time World Cup champion has become an advocate for pay equity for female athletes and the LGBTQ+ community.
CBS2's Christine Sloan spoke with groups who were not allowed to march.
It's a big event, but organizers barred LGBTQ+ groups who wanted to march under their own banner.
Police say 30-year-old Angelina Cando is facing multiple hate crime charges, including arson.
The NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force is now investigating, as police search for the suspect.
The NYPD has announced street closures around Madison Square Garden for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Zohran Mamdani remained unperturbed after taking a viral roasting for telling sweat-soaked New Yorkers in the middle of an expected heat wave to set their thermostats to 78° to protect the power grid.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated to 20 local and national charities ahead of their wedding Friday.
A fire department vehicle crashed into a Rockland County home early Thursday morning. Six people were taken to the hospital, including four volunteer first responders.
The NYPD has announced street closures around Madison Square Garden for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
New York City Zohran Mamdani remained unperturbed after taking a viral roasting for telling sweat-soaked New Yorkers in the middle of an expected heat wave to set their thermostats to 78° to protect the power grid.
A fire department vehicle crashed into a Rockland County home early Thursday morning. Six people were taken to the hospital, including four volunteer first responders.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100° set on this date in 1966. That was the last time we hit 100° in Central Park was in 2012.
Point Lookout and other areas on Lido Beach were immediately red-flagged for swimming after the shark was spotted in the water.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100° set on this date in 1966. That was the last time we hit 100° in Central Park was in 2012.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Dangerously hot weather is beginning in the New York City area, with an Extreme Heat Warning about to go into effect.
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.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100° set on this date in 1966. That was the last time we hit 100° in Central Park was in 2012.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the entire region through Saturday. Temperatures could feel like 110 degrees or more.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100° set on this date in 1966. That was the last time we hit 100° in Central Park was in 2012. CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn, Doug Williams, Mahsa Saeidi, Dave Carlin and Christine Sloan have team coverage.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100° set on this date in 1966. That was the last time we hit 100° in Central Park was in 2012.
Point Lookout and other areas on Lido Beach were immediately red-flagged for swimming after the shark was spotted in the water.
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the entire region through Saturday. Temperatures could feel like 110 degrees or more.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
It was not immediately clear how many Delaney Hall detainees were impacted by the air conditioning issue or whether repairs were complete.
New York City Zohran Mamdani remained unperturbed after taking a viral roasting for telling sweat-soaked New Yorkers in the middle of an expected heat wave to set their thermostats to 78° to protect the power grid.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
Investigations are underway into possible fraudulent activity at some of these kinds of facilities across New York, CBS News has learned.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani will give a major speech in front of the George Washington desk at City Hall on Friday morning to mark America's 250th birthday, sources say.
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.
The NYPD has announced street closures around Madison Square Garden for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated to 20 local and national charities ahead of their wedding Friday.
Two elite event designers shared their thoughts on how Taylor Swift's team might transform Madison Square Garden.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Taylor Swift has had a decadeslong history with Madison Square Garden, performing there as early as 2003 and even celebrating her 30th birthday at the venue.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Tigers a 6-2 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday.
Sean Keys hit his first career home run, Myles Straw added a pinch-hit shot and the Blue Jays beat the Mets 9-3 in a Canada Day matinee Wednesday.
The Boston Celtics have reportedly signed NBA free agents Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley Jr.
Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss.
As children cooled off in a splash pad steps from the empty Red Hook Pool, families in the neighborhood said they are once again waiting for answers about when the public pool will open for the summer.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
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.
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.
"A Founding Mother," by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie, reimagines the life of Abigail Adams, who was the wife of one president and mother of another, who helped shape the start of America.
Ivan Kuznetsov and Angelina Nikolau were arraigned on a host of charges after they scaled the Empire State Building. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Lifeguards and beachgoers scrambled after a shark sighting caught everyone's attention. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
A section of the controversial ICE detention center in Newark was without air conditioning amid dangerous heat. CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi reports.
New York City Thursday tied the record high temperature of 100° set on this date in 1966. That was the last time we hit 100° in Central Park was in 2012. CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn, Doug Williams, Mahsa Saeidi, Dave Carlin and Christine Sloan have team coverage.
