Empty chairs on Columbia's campus mark 2 years since Oct. 7 attack on Israel
The memorial in the center of campus symbolizes the people murdered by Hamas in Israel two years ago.
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The memorial in the center of campus symbolizes the people murdered by Hamas in Israel two years ago.
There was a major gas leak after a high-pressure gas line was struck in Manhattan's Morningside Heights just before 11 a.m. Wednesday.
There was a major gas leak after a high-pressure gas line was struck in Manhattan's Morningside Heights just before 11 a.m. Wednesday. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
Authorities responded to 3081 Broadway, between West 122nd Street and LaSalle Street just before 11 a.m. Wednesday.
Many people living in Morningside Heights are outraged over what they're calling poor planning by the city. It's cherry blossom season in New York, but a popular viewing spot is closed. CBS News New York's John Dias explains.
The Columbia University student who fled the country shortly after ICE agents came to her door last week is speaking out.
The arrest of a Columbia University graduate student and activist over the weekend has put a spotlight on First Amendment and immigration rights.
A big crowd gathered in Foley Square on Monday afternoon in support of Khalil, who was arrested over the weekend by ICE agents. The move has created a debate about First Amendment protections. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner and Tim McNicholas report.
This was Barnard's second protest in a week over the expulsion of two students, whom police sources say distributed hateful fliers during a class about Israel. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has the latest.
Approximately 50 pro-Palestinian protesters were demonstrating in the library on Wednesday afternoon, police said. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman has the latest.
Approximately 50 pro-Palestinian protesters were demonstrating in the library on Wednesday afternoon, police said. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman has the latest.
What is known as College Walk through the heart of Columbia University is now at the heart of a legal battle.
What is known as College Walk through the heart of Columbia University is now at the heart of a legal battle. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin explains why.
The Riverside Church of New York announced this week plans to close its Weekday School after 95 years of caring for local children.
Families in Morningside Heights are rallying to save the nursery school inside the historic Riverside Church of New York. The church announced this week it would close the Weekday School, which has served neighborhood children since 1930, next summer. CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
The Cathedral of St. John the Divine has its famous organ back just in time for the Christmas season, after it was damaged in a fire five years ago. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
A New York City artist returned to her childhood favorite restaurant to restore a ceiling mural damaged in a flood.
Protests of the Israel-Hamas war were being held Tuesday outside Columbia University on the first day of classes.
CBS News New York's Jessica Moore spoke to people on both sides of the issue.
The statue was doused with red paint just before noon on Tuesday, the first day of classes. Chopper 2's Jim Smith reports.
A Greek artist left his mark on a Morningside Heights restaurant decades ago. Now, a young woman inspired by his work is on a mission to restore his vision. CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
Columbia University is restricting access to the Morningside Heights campus amid reports of potential disruptions on college campuses nationwide.
Columbia University is restricting access to its main campus in New York City amid reports of potential disruptions on college campuses across the U.S. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Columbia University is limiting campus access to only those with a school ID or pre-registered guests.
Mayor Eric Adams issued a stern warning to Columbia University protesters to leave the area Tuesday after demonstrators occupied a building overnight, prompting the school to threaten them with expulsion.
A child and three other people were shot in Paterson, New Jersey, on Saturday, a source familiar with the investigation told CBS News New York.
A massive drag racing street takeover in Maspeth, Queens, early Saturday morning has prompted an NYPD investigation.
Charlotte FC beat New York City FC 2-1 on Saturday night.
Colder weather returns to the New York City area next week with sub-freezing temperatures in the suburbs.
The Knicks beat the Hawks 113-102 on Saturday night in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference playoff series.
A massive drag racing street takeover in Maspeth, Queens, early Saturday morning has prompted an NYPD investigation.
Colder weather returns to the New York City area next week with sub-freezing temperatures in the suburbs.
Recurring elevator problems are back and worse than ever at one New York City high-rise, according to tenants.
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
The murder case surrounding the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz in NYC is on track for a third trial.
Colder weather returns to the New York City area next week with sub-freezing temperatures in the suburbs.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
Parts of the New York area could see record high temperatures during a summerlike stretch of weather this week.
A major warmup, featuring summer-like temperatures in the 80s, will take over the Eastern Seaboard beginning Monday.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are finally turning the corner to warmer weather this week.
A child and three other people were shot in Paterson, New Jersey, on Saturday, a source familiar with the investigation told CBS News New York.
Colder weather returns to the New York City area next week with sub-freezing temperatures in the suburbs.
Runners are taking part in the 2026 Jersey City Marathon and Half Marathon, starting at 7 a.m. Sunday.
A large fire broke out in Union City, New Jersey, near 38th Street and Bergen Turnpike on Saturday.
The Invasive Species Management Act outlaws the sale and spread of species, like the Bradford pear, Japanese barberry and running bamboo, in the Garden State.
A young Long Island man who overcame autism to graduate high school as valedictorian is now poised to graduate from Hofstra with top honors.
New York families rely on state records to make sure car purchases are legit, but what happens when those records are wrong?
A Marine Corps veteran is walking more than 100 miles from eastern Long Island to Staten Island to support a little girl battling cancer.
A Nassau County man faces multiple charges are he allegedly tried to lure an 11-year-old earlier this week.
Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, Long Island has reopened after a deadly gang-related shooting Wednesday night.
Former President Barack Obama met privately with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani before joining together to read to preschoolers at a child care center in the Bronx.
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
The wife of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has apologized for what she says were "harmful" social media posts she made as a teenager.
The federal government is withholding $73 million in highway funds from New York, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Thursday.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife Rama Duwaji will not attend this year's Met Gala, sources said.
The Rock And Roll Hall of Fame unveiled its list of inductees for 2026, and it includes the Wu-Tang Clan, the legendary, local hip-hop collective.
Jury selection for Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial in a Manhattan courtroom began Tuesday. He is being accused of raping actress Jessica Mann in 2013.
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
Charlotte FC beat New York City FC 2-1 on Saturday night.
The Knicks beat the Hawks 113-102 on Saturday night in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference playoff series.
The Chicago Cubs handed the New York Mets their 10th consecutive loss with a 4-2 victory on Saturday.
Prince Owusu scored on a penalty kick and added three assists to spark CF Montreal to a 4-1 victory over the Red Bulls on Saturday.
The New York Yankees rolled to a 13-4 rout of the Kansas City Royals on Saturday afternoon.
Recurring elevator problems are back and worse than ever at one New York City high-rise, according to tenants.
Students at M.S. 407 transform a barren space into a habitat for bees and butterflies, part of a broader city push to expand pollinator-friendly green spaces.
Brooklyn officials announced a first-of-its-kind initiative to build sensory rooms in every District 75 elementary school.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration unveiled a dramatic traffic redesign at Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza.
New York City business owners are pushing on the State Legislature to pass Gov. Kathy Hochul's reforms that would roll back some of the climate legislation passed by New York state in 2019.
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.
The Knicks opened the playoffs with a convincing win at Madison Square Garden. CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer reports.
The NYPD is patrolling a Queens intersection after a massive drag racing street takeover early Saturday morning. The wild scene unfolded in the Maspeth section. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
Rockefeller Center hosted a free outdoor music festival Saturday for Record Store Day.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for April 18 at 11 p.m.
Police have charged a woman with arson in connection to an apartment building fire near City Hall in Lower Manhattan on Friday.
