NYC School Chancellor Banks says changes to how reading is taught underway
Banks and Mayor Adams spoke at the inaugural "State of our Schools" address on Wednesday morning in Brooklyn. CBS New York's Doug Williams reports.
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Banks and Mayor Adams spoke at the inaugural "State of our Schools" address on Wednesday morning in Brooklyn. CBS New York's Doug Williams reports.
Banks and Mayor Eric Adams spoke about the future of city education during the inaugural "State of our Schools" address on Wednesday in Brooklyn.
An 18-year-old was stabbed in the chest and rushed to a local hospital in critical condition.
White House and state officials argued Tuesday about what exactly the feds are doing to help.
Would Staten Island secede from New York City? Could a potential school bus strike pose a security threat? We got answers to lots of questions this week.
Did you have a favorite teacher growing up? We asked New Yorkers to share their advice for the men an women charged with educating our kids now.
Inspector Kevin Taylor is head of the NYPD School Safety Division, which is responsible for the nearly 1 million students. Watch his conversation on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
It could be weeks before school bus drivers ultimately decide to go on strike, Banks said.
The schools chancellor shared the update Friday morning in Harlem. CBS New York's Doug Williams has the latest developments.
More than 900,000 kids returned to New York City public schools Thursday.
New York City public schools are back in session, but they're dealing with some hot weather and air conditioning challenges. CBS New York's John Dias has the latest.
Whether it was inside schools, while outdoor dining or just strolling around the five boroughs, New Yorkers dealt with tough conditions on Thursday. CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
Overall, it was a successful first day across the five boroughs, but some students and families experienced problems. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
The start of the school year comes with some hurdles, including the high temperatures and the possibility of a bus drivers strike in the weeks ahead.
CBS New York's John Dias spent the morning at P.S. 121 in the Bronx, along with the mayor and schools chancellor.
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.
While school buses will be rolling as normal, that may not be the case in the weeks ahead. Schools are also making some changes because of the extreme heat. CBS New York's John Dias has the latest.
The union representing bus drivers says buses will roll for the first days of school this week, but what comes next remains to be sorted out.
School buses will run normally for the first day of school Thursday and Friday as well, but there's no guarantee for the following week and those after. CBS New York's John Dias has the latest developments.
Schools Chancellor David Banks said negotiators are working to quell a work stoppage could affect 4,400 bus routes.
Chancellor David Banks said the district has enrolled 1,000 new students this summer and 20,000 since last summer.
Students are due back in class Thursday, with the looming threat of a bus strike that could impact 80,000 students. CBS New York's Political Reporter Marcia Kramer is on the story.
A threat of a school bus strike is on hold, for now, but the Department of Education faces other unique challenges this academic year.
CBS New York's Cindy Hsu sits down with the New York City schools chancellor ahead of the first day of school later this week.
Schools Chancellor David Banks spoke with us about what parents and students can expect before they head back to school later this week.
Police are looking for the man they say strangled a child and knocked two more down at a park in Red Hook, Brooklyn.
A New York judge ruled Monday on whether evidence found in Luigi Mangione's backpack during his arrest can be used during his state trial.
LIRR commuters are taking shuttle buses and subways into New York City as the largest commuter rail system in North America remains shut down.
With the LIRR strike entering its third day, the MTA and union leaders will resume talks at 7:30 a.m. Monday.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
A New York judge ruled Monday on whether evidence found in Luigi Mangione's backpack during his arrest can be used during his state trial.
LIRR commuters are taking shuttle buses and subways into New York City as the largest commuter rail system in North America remains shut down.
With the LIRR strike entering its third day, the MTA and union leaders will resume talks at 7:30 a.m. Monday.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
A summertime weather pattern has moved into the New York Area, bringing potentially record-high temperatures.
The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
Keep an umbrella nearby as there's a chance for showers across the New York and New Jersey area. But the weather will turn to sunshine and warm temperatures for the weekend.
The weather on Wednesday will be a mix of sunshine and clouds with the potential for a shower in New York City. In the evening, rain becomes more widespread.
An unsettled pattern continues through the entire Mother's Day weekend in the New York City area.
After summer-like warmth, rainy weather and cooler temperatures return to the New York City area mid-week.
The driver of a Jeep was killed when their vehicle struck a tanker truck on I-287, causing both vehicles to go up in flames, New Jersey State Police said.
With just weeks to go before the primary, voters in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District are wondering where their congressman is.
Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks will take place on both the lower East River near the Seaport and the lower Hudson River, in collaboration with Jersey City.
It was down to the wire for one lucky New Jersey lottery winner. A winning $5.9 million Pick-6 lottery ticket was just eight days away from expiring.
The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
LIRR commuters are taking shuttle buses and subways into New York City as the largest commuter rail system in North America remains shut down.
With the LIRR strike entering its third day, the MTA and union leaders will resume talks at 7:30 a.m. Monday.
A summertime weather pattern has moved into the New York Area, bringing potentially record-high temperatures.
While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
On Day 1 of the LIRR strike, riders reported their regular trips to and from New York City turned into marathons.
Alex Bores has a master's degree in computer science, but for some reason tech titans are trying to stop his campaign in New York's 12th Congressional District.
While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
The work stoppage, the LIRR's first since 1994, went into effect after the MTA and five unions representing 3,500 workers failed to reach a deal on a new four-year contract.
With just weeks to go before the primary, voters in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District are wondering where their congressman is.
Thousands of people showed up bright and early for AIDS Walk New York 2026, the largest HIV and AIDS fundraiser in the U.S., in Central Park on Sunday.
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed millions to keep the program open, but the reforms would cut reimbursement rates for private duty nurses.
A New York native is among 16 American passengers who are quarantining in Nebraska after being on the cruise ship that is at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak.
American passengers on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which was hit with a deadly outbreak of the hantavirus, are back in the U.S. Three of the at least 10 people confirmed infected in the outbreak have died.
The well-known film critic and journalist Rex Reed has died at 87.
"The Pitt" star Isa Briones is bringing heightened pride and Filipino presence to both stage and screen.
Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" has canceled two weeks of performances following a fire at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
Tyrone Taylor hit a game-tying three-run homer off All-Star closer David Bednar with two outs in the ninth as the Mets rallied to defeat the Yankees in 10.
Luke Weaver escaped a bases-loaded, no-outs jam against his former team as the Mets beat the Yankees Saturday night to even the Subway Series.
Anunoby has the maximum amount of time to rest before Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Cole likely has one more minor league rehab start in his recovery from elbow surgery before he rejoins the New York Yankees starting rotation.
Ahead of the 2026 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, some athletes are showing how simply reaching the starting line is a victory.
The Second Avenue Subway project has entered phase two of extending the "Q" line, but Harlem businesses say they're struggling to co-exist with the construction.
City Council members say requirement for transparent roll-down gates is burdensome for small businesses ahead of the July 1 enforcement deadline.
For more than four decades, residents living beside Brooklyn's District 13 Sanitation Garage in Coney Island have been waiting for the facility to move away from their homes.
There's a swim club in Harlem teaching kids a lifesaving skill, and they're turning timid swimmers into competitors.
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.
Larry Levy, the Executive Dean of the National Center for Suburban Studies at Hofstra University, explains the impact of the LIRR strike on commuters.
John Samuelsen, the International President of the Transport Workers Union, talks to CBS News New York's Chris Wragge about the ongoing Long Island Rail Road strike.
MTA Chairman and CEO Janno Lieber said the Monday morning commute has gone smoothly so far as LIRR trains remain shut down due to the ongoing strike.
A New York judge will decide Monday if evidence found in Luigi Mangione's backpack during his arrest can be used during his state trial. Legal expert Richard Schoenstein, who isn't affiliated with the case, said this hearing is critical for the trial.
AAA's Robert Sinclair said the LIRR strike will affect major arteries such as the Southern State, Northern State and Long Island Expressway.
