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Mayor Eric Adams, Schools Chancellor David Banks and United Federation of Teachers President Michael Mulgrew are welcoming students back for another school year this morning at P.S. 121 Throop in the Bronx.
Pay raises and other monetary issues have been ironed out and virtual learning will become an option.
The mayor is raising the specter of a return to the bad old days of corruption, politics, and bureaucracy if Albany fails to act.
Most students, restaurant patrons breathe big sigh of relief being able to go without face coverings.
Adams once again reiterated schools remain the safest place for students, but acknowledged some families have concerns.
With the rise in COVID-19 cases has come a push for New York City Public Schools to go remote this week.
The teachers' union has come out with a stern warning for the incoming administration -- fix the COVID-19 testing problems, or risk having to go back to remote learning.
Although the deadline for vaccination was Friday, the union said it's being told staff still have time to get vaccinated and keep their jobs. But that offer won't be on the table forever.
A three-judge panel lifted a temporary ban on the COVID vaccine mandate that was originally set to take effect Monday.
This is for families who have chosen remote-only learning up until now, and want their child to attend in-person instruction on a part-time basis.
Mulgrew is making the demand as elementary schools opened for in-person learning Tuesday. High schools and middle schools open on Thursday, with 500,000 students in all returning to school.
The big question is whether students in actual classrooms will still have to learn remotely. The mayor says no. The teachers union says yes.
The DOE insists this is the safest major city to reopen schools and will not open if the infection rate goes above 3%.
De Blasio introduced a "Back To School Pledge," highlighting the amounts of hand sanitizer and PPE available in schools, among other aspects of the city's preparations.
The union representing New York City teachers is demanding uniform safety measures before agreeing to allow its members to go back to school.
Some New York City teachers are outraged they have to work on two major religious holidays and some may call in sick.
UFT President Michael Mulgrew said he U.S. women's soccer team exhibits a great work ethic and competitive spirit that can inspire student athletes -- especially girls.
The bone-chilling weather on Saturday did not stop hundreds of teachers, students and parents from gathering in front of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's East Side office to protest his administration's education policy.
The head of the teachers' union is speaking out over Gov. Andrew Cuomo's plan to alter the number of charter schools.
The head of the United Federation of Teachers spoke out Thursday against Gov. Andrew Cuomo's plan to add more charter schools.
New York must raise the minimum wage, cut small-business taxes, ease the burden of high property taxes and invest big in transportation, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said in a sprawling address that laid out a long list of priorities for 2015.
Schools Chancellor Carmen Farina announced a new ranking system that will deemphasize test scores and do away with the letter grades imposed by the Bloomberg administration.
Many teachers across the city wore pro-police t-shirts after their union president, Michael Mulgrew, attended the Rev. Al Sharpton's march protesting the death of Eric Garner.
A stunning decision to overturn teacher tenure laws in California has New York City parents mobilizing to seek the same thing here.
United Federation of Teachers President Michael Mulgrew said Monday that the current system is unfair to minority students who deserve to attend Stuyvesant, Bronx Science, Brooklyn Tech and five other specialized high schools.
CBS New York takes a deeper dive into the fentanyl crisis in the Bronx.
Hundreds of licenses will be available to grow, process and sell marijuana.
There have been recent food court fights, robberies, using crowbars and hammers inside stores and more incidents.
His trip south of the border comes amid a recent increase in asylum seekers of more than 4,000 per week.
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
CBS New York takes a deeper dive into the fentanyl crisis in the Bronx.
Hundreds of licenses will be available to grow, process and sell marijuana.
His trip south of the border comes amid a recent increase in asylum seekers of more than 4,000 per week.
Russo, 61, was stabbed to death while on the job near her station's headquarters on Sept. 29, 2022.
The Lehman College student from the Bronx was accused of assaulting and insulting an airport security guard and sentenced to one year in jail.
Today will be sunny and unseasonably warm again, with highs in the low 80s.
We're in for a sunny and warm afternoon, with highs around 80. How long will it last?
The MTA has said it will charge anywhere from $9 to $23 to enter Manhattan's Central Business District when congestion pricing takes effect next spring.
Hazy sunshine and warm this afternoon with highs in the upper 70s.
It may be October 1, but the weather feels more like late August.
Today will be sunny and unseasonably warm again, with highs in the low 80s.
The shooting happened at Rosa Parks Boulevard and Broadway on Tuesday afternoon.
We're in for a sunny and warm afternoon, with highs around 80. How long will it last?
Sen. Menendez pleaded not guilty to bribery charges last Wednesday and was released on $100,000 bond.
The MTA has said it will charge anywhere from $9 to $23 to enter Manhattan's Central Business District when congestion pricing takes effect next spring.
There have been recent food court fights, robberies, using crowbars and hammers inside stores and more incidents.
Friends and family of victims Odalis and Ismenia Urena were at the courthouse Tuesday for the hearing.
Their plan includes holding a hearing to identify the county's infrastructure needs, finding and fixing roadway drainage issues and updating the emergency alert system.
The MTA has said it will charge anywhere from $9 to $23 to enter Manhattan's Central Business District when congestion pricing takes effect next spring.
Nassau County police and various law enforcement unions helped organize the event that's set for Wednesday night at Mulcahy's Pub and Concert Hall in Wantagh.
His trip south of the border comes amid a recent increase in asylum seekers of more than 4,000 per week.
Reps. Jim Jordan and Steve Scalise asked their Republican colleagues to support them for speaker of the House in letters Wednesday.
As student loan repayments restart in October, the Biden administration said 125,000 people with student loans will have their debt erased.
Both lawmakers expressed frustration over the current state of affairs inside the House of Representatives.
Rep. Patrick McHenry of North Carolina is serving as speaker pro tempore.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so we spoke with a doctor and her patient to get some answers.
NYC Health + Hospitals' abortion care services will be available seven days a week.
Bedbugs are popping up in Paris hotels, homes, and even public transport, and with the Olympics just 10 months away, that has city officials' skin crawling.
The so-called "tripledemic" appears to have arrived, with people everywhere coughing and sneezing.
Advocates, doctors and survivors gathered at the Ziegfeld Ballroom on West 54th Street for the occasion.
Hundreds of fans lined up outside the Ed Sullivan Theater for the first taping of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" since the end of the writers strike.
We spoke with her about her background and coming into the role amid the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes.
Fans don't yet know if Taylor Swift will watch Travis Kelce play the Jets on Oct. 1 – but they're apparently scooping up tickets, just in case.
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
Graham Gano kicked a 55-yard field goal for the Giants (1-3), who have played one good half in four games this season.
Decades ago, David Stearns used to sneak into Shea Stadium to root for the New York Mets. Now, he holds their entire roster in his hands.
With pop superstar Taylor Swift watching Travis Kelce and the Chiefs for the second straight game, Kansas City was able to bounce back.
Breanna Stewart scored 27 points in New York's 87-84 win in Game 4. Showdown with Las Vegas begins next Sunday.
A season of great promise for the Amazins ended with a 74-87 record after Sunday's 9-1 defeat.
CBS New York takes a deeper dive into the fentanyl crisis in the Bronx.
This comes as the Magnolia Tree Earth Center marks its 50th anniversary.
Officials say the Bronx has one of the highest rates of domestic violence across the city.
The dentists believe New York City isn't taking the time to properly investigate their recent recurring flood problem.
Teens seeking asylum have found a new home environment at the High School for Excellence and Innovation.
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.
The Grammy Award winning singer who graced the stage for generations died at the age of 96.
A suspect has been charged in connection with a long-unsolved string of killings known as the Gilgo Beach murders.
CBS New York's John Elliott has a look at the forecast.
Transit officials released a report Wednesday outlining the agency's needs for the next 20 years, by which time it's possible 1 million additional commuters will be taking trains and buses. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Adams is going to try to deliver a message to asylum seekers: Do not come to New York City. CBS New York's Zinna Maldonado reports.
Russo, 61, was stabbed to death while on the job near her station's headquarters on Sept. 29, 2022. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The Lehman College student from the Bronx was accused of assaulting and insulting an airport security guard.
