Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago with star-studded celebrations
The Obama Presidential Center's grand opening ceremony featured a star-studded lineup of tributes, speeches and musical performances.
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The Obama Presidential Center's grand opening ceremony featured a star-studded lineup of tributes, speeches and musical performances.
Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama's company Higher Ground Media will co-produce the upcoming Broadway revival of the play "Proof."
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Friday evening, President Trump said he would not apologize to the Obamas after posting a video on Truth Social that depicted former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama as apes.
The Obamas took the stage Tuesday for the second night of the Democratic National Convention. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports from Chicago.
Former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama are both scheduled to speak Tuesday for day two of the Democratic National Convention. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports from Chicago.
The former president called Harris a "happy warrior" and vowed to do all he can to help her defeat former President Donald Trump in November.
CBS2 sits down with Sharon Sprung, the Brooklyn artist who was commissioned to paint Michelle Obama's portrait.
The artist behind the recently unveiled portrait of former first lady Michelle Obama is from Brooklyn, a source of pride for her students and her community. CBS2's Hannah Kliger spoke to Sharon Sprung, the painter behind the brush.
In a return to tradition, former president Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama visited the White House for the unveiling of their official portraits Wednesday. Skyler Henry reports for CBS2.
Obama won the best narrator Emmy for his work on the Netflix documentary series, "Our Great National Parks."
President Barack Obama was interviewed 17 times by Steve Kroft while he was at CBS News. The former 60 Minutes correspondent discusses his new audiobook featuring all his conversations with the 44th President.
"We have got to vote for Joe Biden like our lives depend on it," Michelle Obama said.
"About 1 in 5 U.S. citizens will meet criteria for depression at some point during their lifetime," said psychiatrist Dr. Victor Fornari of the Zucker Hillside Hospital.
Romeo Hunte has his own brand and designs for a list of celebrities, including Zendaya, Beyonce, and former First Lady Michelle Obama.
Michelle Obama stunned them with a visit Saturday to the Lower Eastside Girls Club in lower Manhattan.
The former first lady tweeted Sunday that the book, to come out a week after the 2018 midterm elections, is called "Becoming."
The National Portrait Gallery unveiled portraits of former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama Monday.
Carl Paladino, the co-chair of the Trump campaign in New York state, said his recent crack that he hoped President Obama would die from mad cow disease and that Michelle Obama would "return to being a male'' were "inappropriate'' and a "mistake.''
The mayor of a West Virginia town has issued an apology for her response to a racist post on Facebook about first lady Michelle Obama and says she isn't racist.
The two met in the Oval Office for more than an hour Thursday to discuss the transition of power.
Hillary Clinton's campaign is once again on the defensive after a new wave of leaked emails obtained by WikiLeaks pulls back the curtain on the Clinton Foundation.
Michelle Obama dazzled at her final state dinner as first lady, wearing a figure-hugging, floor-length rose gold chainmail gown.
President Barack Obama held one of the largest state dinners of his tenure to celebrate what he calls the "enduring alliance'' between the U.S. and Italy. It was the 13th and final state dinner for Obama.
Trump denied the allegations again and again Thursday as supporters cheered him in Florida and Ohio, states central to his election effort.
The FBI used the Intrepid Museum to help conduct the massive investigation after 9/11.
The New York Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 10-3 on Thursday night to tighten the AL East race.
One person has died and a total of five people have been sickened by Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx.
Pilot Nick Dobi, now 84, remembers being diverted to Newfoundland after the 9/11 attacks, calling it the "most dramatic, emotional flight of my life."
CBS News producer Caroline Lewis shares the story of her mother Patty, who established a school in a disadvantaged community after losing her husband on 9/11.
The FBI used the Intrepid Museum to help conduct the massive investigation after 9/11.
One person has died and a total of five people have been sickened by Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx.
Pilot Nick Dobi, now 84, remembers being diverted to Newfoundland after the 9/11 attacks, calling it the "most dramatic, emotional flight of my life."
Thousands of children lost a parent 25 years ago on Sept. 11, 2001. They became known by the name of the organization formed to support them, Tuesday's Children.
For 25 years, we've paid somber tribute to the victims of 9/11. That includes broadcast engineers Isaias Rivera and Robert Pattison, two members of our CBS News New York family.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
Severe storms returned to the Tri-State Area, making it a soggy Thursday morning.
The rain returns Tuesday with the possibility of severe storms and downpours that can cause flash flooding in the New York City area.
Activity by ICE agents is putting a chill on the economy in parts of Connecticut after an estimated 100 people were recently grabbed off the streets of Danbury and other communities.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Tuesday and Wednesday due to the threat of strong to severe thunderstorms.
Middletown, New Jersey, had more residents killed in the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, than any other town outside of New York City.
The Empty Sky Memorial at Liberty State Park in Jersey City honored the hundreds of New Jersey residents killed in the 9/11 attacks Thursday.
A U.S. Army intelligence officer from New Jersey says he has never felt like he needed to choose between his Muslim faith and his service.
A cosmetic treatment that promises breast enhancement without surgery is now at the center of a fight over who regulates human tissue in New York.
More than 41,000 students are heading back to class across Newark, New Jersey, Tuesday following 11 weeks of summer vacation.
Many remember an image featuring longtime FDNY firefighter Bob Beckwith that spread around the world in the days following the 9/11 attacks -- an image of bravery and hope.
Retired at the time, Beckwith, who spent 30 years with the FDNY, responded to the devastation at ground zero and was captured in an iconic moment with President George W. Bush. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
A man accused of killing a Long Island woman was fatally shot by police officers in Massachusetts on Wednesday night, officials say.
New water rescue equipment can now reach swimmers in distress before rescue crews can even reach the water. Nassau County Police on Thursday unveiled drones equipped with flotation devices to reach people in trouble in a matter of seconds. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Though none of them were even born in 2001, students at Commack High School continue to pass on memories of the 9/11 terror attacks.
Many remember an image featuring longtime FDNY firefighter Bob Beckwith that spread around the world in the days following the 9/11 attacks -- an image of bravery and hope.
As governor of New York on Sept. 11, 2001, George Pataki was responsible for many of the decisions being made at the highest level of state government. He recently reflected on that somber day.
Former President George W. Bush gave rare remarks on Wednesday as Americans mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Ray Kelly, the longest-serving NYPD commissioner in history, is widely credited with driving down crime and ramping up the department's counterterrorism capacity.
Hundreds of thousands of New York City students are heading back to school Thursday with many new changes and programs in store.
One person has died and a total of five people have been sickened by Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx.
As of late August, the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund has received 112,000 claims, awarding more than $18 billion.
A cosmetic treatment that promises breast enhancement without surgery is now at the center of a fight over who regulates human tissue in New York.
Twenty-five years after the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the health threat hasn't ended for many survivors.
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
Some are calling for Macklemore to be removed from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after he used part of his opening performance on Friday and Saturday nights at MetLife Stadium to share his pro-Palestinian views about the war in Gaza.
The Met's decision to highlight the work by designer John Galliano sparked widespread controversy due to his history of antisemitic and racist comments.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
The New York Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 10-3 on Thursday night to tighten the AL East race.
Jude Terry and Armindo Sieb each scored a goal, Hugo Lloris had his MLS-leading 12th shutout this season, and Los Angeles FC beat the New York Red Bulls 2-0 to snap a six-game winless streak.
Rookie George Lombard Jr. became the second-youngest player in Yankees' history to hit a grand slam as New York beat the Rockies 6-1 on Wednesday night.
Dániel Gazdag scored in the third minute of second-half stoppage time to rally the New England Revolution to a 2-1 victory over New York City FC on Wednesday night at Citi Field.
The New York Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 5-3 on Tuesday night to clinch their 34th straight winning season.
Former Mets players from the 2001 season were at Ladder 25 on the Upper West Side on Tuesday.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
A Bronx pizzeria is proving that kindness is contagious by giving slices to hungry New Yorkers.
Brooklyn Community Services says keeping its mobile shower program running is becoming increasingly difficult as the costs of fuel, hygiene products and other expenses rise.
The Brooklyn family traces its roots to Pieter Claesen Wyckoff, who arrived in the New World 400 years ago. Today, descendants connect through reunions, Zoom calls and a massive genealogical database.
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 77-year-old man was killed and his 52-year-old daughter was one of two women hospitalized after they were struck by a truck driver in Chinatown on Thursday. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Rapper Snoop Dogg will host this year's MTV Video Music Awards.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 10 at 11 p.m.
In the hours following the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the FBI in Manhattan needed to set up a secure emergency command center. They looked to the water, using the Intrepid Museum to help conduct the massive investigation. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
There was a scare at Ramapo College in New Jersey on Thursday after a report of a gun on campus.
