New York City plans to make Diwali a school holiday next year
The proposed legislation to add Diwali would replace Anniversary Day on the school calendar.
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The proposed legislation to add Diwali would replace Anniversary Day on the school calendar.
Officials say more than 5,000 migrant children have been placed in the city's school system so far. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado has more on today's update.
Since the start of the summer, busloads of migrants have been arriving in the city, including thousands of children.
Officials are expected to discuss their evolving plan to deal with migrant children sent here from southern states. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado has more.
The language barrier and lack of bilingual teachers are among the biggest challenges, according to educators
New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks is working to find solutions, CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Project Pivot will connect 138 schools to organizations that provide critical social and academic interventions.
The Adams administration announced changes to the controversial high school admissions policies by putting more emphasis on good grades.
Some parents don't think the changes go far enough, CBS2's Marcia Kramer reports.
Schools Chancellor David Banks says the department is making good on a promise made back in March to make the process more community driven.
The New York City Department of Education is rolling out new policies for middle and high school admissions, following through on a promise made back in March to make the process more community driven.
If you're in class, no vaccine is necessary, but for some extracurricular activities, the rules change.
Some New York City public school students and their parents say it's time to get rid of certain vaccination requirements, especially the ones for after-school activities. CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
The curriculum is launching in select schools this fall before expanding citywide in 2024.
Another phase of the effort will help students graduate with college credits.
The change will be implemented gradually over a five-year period beginning in September 2023.
Thursday was the first day of school for New York City's nearly 1 million public school students and also for Mayor Eric Adams and Schools Chancellor David Banks. CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer has more on their chance to turn campaign promises into reality.
The mayor, schools chancellor and police commissioner broke down their plan to make this a smoother and safer year.
More than a million students headed back into the classroom Thursday in New York City. As Zinnia Maldonado reports, city officials broke down their plan to make this a smoother and safer year.
CBS2's John Dias caught up with some before the big day about what their concerns are for the year ahead.
CBS2's John Dias caught up with some earlier this week to talk to them before the big day about what their concerns are for the year ahead.
From school shootings, to COVID and potential learning loss, CBS2's John Dias catches up with parents ahead of the first day of school in New York City.
New York City public schools are ready to welcome back more than one million students for the first day of school Thursday. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado has more on the security measures put in place.
The city is gearing up to welcome more than 1 million public school students back into classrooms.
Safety is certainly top of mind as more than 1 million New York City Public School students get ready for their first day Thursday. CBS2's Nick Caloway has details on the new security measures that will be in place.
The Brooklyn mother of a student with autism has been trying to find out why her son came home from school last month with two teeth missing.
A New Jersey mother claims her son died at a day program for developmentally disabled adults because of negligence.
Jake McCarthy hit a grand slam and matched a career-high with five RBIs as the Rockies snapped a six-game losing streak with a 6-2 over the Mets on Thursday.
Trent Grisham hit a go-ahead, three-run double in a six-run sixth inning, and the Yankees beat the Rangers 9-2 Thursday for their 16th win in 19 games.
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.
The Brooklyn mother of a student with autism has been trying to find out why her son came home from school last month with two teeth missing.
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.
The MTA and five of its unions are embroiled in a contract dispute that could trigger the LIRR's first work stoppage in more than 30 years.
Fire officials say the deadly Inwood fire earlier this week followed an all-too-similar pattern -- flames spreading through open doors.
There's a swim club in Harlem teaching kids a lifesaving skill, and they're turning timid swimmers into competitors.
After summer-like warmth, rainy weather and cooler temperatures return to the New York City area mid-week.
A cool weekend is ahead for the New York City area before warmer weather returns.
Some residual showers may linger into early Sunday morning, but the majority of the rainfall should be over by sunrise.
Amtrak announced Thursday it is suing Metro-North for allegedly blocking nonrevenue trains on a portion of the busy Northeast Corridor for over two months.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
A New Jersey mother claims her son died at a day program for developmentally disabled adults because of negligence.
Round-trip rail tickets were going to cost World Cup fans $150. They will now be $105, NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri said Thursday.
Firefighters are still putting out hot spots on buildings destroyed by a massive warehouse fire in Belleville, New Jersey, that started Sunday.
Rutgers University has rescinded its invitation to a graduation speaker, saying his anti-Israel comments make some uncomfortable.
In its annual Audit of Antisemitic Incidents for 2025, the ADL found New York and New Jersey were the No. 1 and 3 locations in the country for antisemitic incidents.
The MTA and five of its unions are embroiled in a contract dispute that could trigger the LIRR's first work stoppage in more than 30 years.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $268 billion budget that includes a pied-à-terre tax targeting wealthy New York City second home owners.
Brookhaven town residents are anxious and worried about the underwater toxic plume created by the landfill.
It's a mixed bag for Gov. Kathy Hochul in the latest poll.
Police identified the suspect in the deadly stabbing of two women on Long Island, saying he lived with one of them and worked with the other.
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board will cast a preliminary vote to freeze or hike rent rates Thursday evening.
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams is weighing in on the ongoing war of words between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and billionaire Ken Griffin.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $268 billion budget that includes a pied-à-terre tax targeting wealthy New York City second home owners.
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani has now left the intensive care unit, his spokesperson said, after being hospitalized with pneumonia.
A former cellmate has previously claimed that the note was written by Epstein after a failed suicide attempt less than a month before his death.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
There's been a confirmed measles case in Manhattan, health officials said Tuesday.
Keyport residents say they're on edge because of dozens of cancer cases over the years in a neighborhood near the former Aeromarine landfill.
The B.R.O. Experience Foundation uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mentorship and creative expression to support men of color navigating identity.
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.
Firefighters responded to Broadway's Eugene O'Neill Theater Monday morning after a blaze broke out.
The 2026 Met Gala's dress code is "Fashion is Art," which goes hand-in-hand with the theme of "Costume Art."
Jake McCarthy hit a grand slam and matched a career-high with five RBIs as the Rockies snapped a six-game losing streak with a 6-2 over the Mets on Thursday.
Trent Grisham hit a go-ahead, three-run double in a six-run sixth inning, and the Yankees beat the Rangers 9-2 Thursday for their 16th win in 19 games.
OG Anunoby is dealing with a hamstring issue, but the Knicks forward appears to have avoided a serious injury after leaving late in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Joel Embiid has urged 76ers fans not to sell their playoff tickets to Knicks supporters.
The surging New York Mets beat the Colorado Rockies 10-5 on Wednesday night after the start time was pushed back six hours due to a snowstorm.
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.
The Davis Center at the Harlem Meer is celebrating one year of providing year-round recreation space to New Yorkers while still spreading the word to residents.
Residents displaced by a deadly apartment building fire in Inwood say it was only a matter of time before their building went up in flames.
In New York City, where land is at a premium, a stockpile of pristine soil unearthed at construction sites helps lower emissions and support urban farmers.
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 New Jersey mother claims her son died at a day program for developmentally disabled adults because of negligence. Her attorney says the family intends to file a lawsuit. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
The Brooklyn mother of a student with autism has been trying to find out why her son came home from school last month with two missing teeth. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Coney Island neighbors say for over 40 years, they've been dealing with the stench of trash from a nearby sanitation garage. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
CBS News New York's John Dias recently caught up with John and Joseph Gomes, who talked about the uniqueness of their accomplishment.
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board will cast a preliminary vote to freeze or hike rent rates on one- and two-year contracts Thursday evening. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
