NYC schools face challenges of educating thousands of migrant students
Finding teachers to communicate with the students is only one of the many problems, officials say.
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Finding teachers to communicate with the students is only one of the many problems, officials say.
The rush is on to enroll children of asylum seekers in time for Thursday's first day of school in New York City. The lines have been long at the Department of Education's Family Welcome Centers across the five boroughs. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Es9nC7
After no 90-degree days in August, we are poised for the possibility of the first heatwave of this summer. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3sEJGM9
Thursday is the first day of school for nearly 1 million New York City school kids. The city will face the challenge of educating nearly 20,000 migrant students. CBS New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has the story. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3R9R2kS
New Yorkers are coping with a sweaty September. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3sEJGM9
It's back-to-school time, and CBS New York believes we are better together. We're teaming up with our community partners to offer back-to-school haircuts and supplies for Harlem families. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell reports from Big Russ barber training school. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3sHJ3lb
The focus of a series of new subway ads made by teenagers for teenagers is "Ride inside, stay alive." They're targeting subway surfing, a growing problem among the city's youth. CBS New York's Christina Fan spoke with the minds behind the campaign and why they think it will work. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3qZwlgT
There were dueling calls for action Tuesday to deal with the thousands of asylum seekers who continue to arrive in New York City, including many families with children. CBS New York's Jessica Moore explores the proposals to help mitigate the crisis and looks at how the school system will deal with the increase in new students.
Thousands of spectators lined the sidewalks to take in the sights and sounds of steelpan and calypso bands in elaborate costumes marching down Eastern Parkway. CBS News York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
The 7-hour carnival is a celebration of Caribbean culture that draws millions of people to Brooklyn every year. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Police said two people in the car were killed after the driver struck a guardrail.
The officers returned fire after the suspect shot at them four times, NYPD said.
Summer isn't going out quietly with these temperatures. People were taking full advantage of the heat on Sunday, before before city beaches close for the season. CBS New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
AAA said traffic congestion was down on Sunday, making travel easier for those looking for one more nice day in the sun. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The Bronx is a complex borough with a complex set of issues. Borough President Vanessa Gibson joined "The Point" for an exclusive conversation with Marcia Kramer.
Dr. Max Gomez was deeply loved and respected in our newsroom, by medical professionals he worked with, patients who shared their stories with him and our viewers.
Watch a bonus conversation with Bronx Borough Pres. Vanessa Gibson on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
Is Labor Day just a reason for a day off or is there a deeper meaning? New Yorkers weigh in.
Watch Marcia Kramer's conversation with Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson on "The Point."
Police are looking for three people who robbed three businesses in Queens on Friday.
The group stole cash, property and a Mercedes-Benz sedan from homes between June and August, according to NYPD.
Few places are as iconic as Coney Island, where you have the beach, the boardwalk and the rides. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
Police said it happened last weekend at the Junction Playground in Corona.
Investigators said the man groped at least two women, including one at the 23rd Street station in Chelsea on Aug. 23.
At least 44 food-related businesses received fines for not using bins with secure lids for their trash.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Leonora Campbell was killed in a hit-and-run just after buying food for someone at around 2:30 p.m. Monday, her granddaughter said.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease.
As many as 300,000 Haitians face removal from the United States, as the Trump administration moves to end their temporary protected status.
The mother of a Loyola University freshman who was shot and killed in March delivered tearful testimony on Capitol Hill on Tuesday.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Leonora Campbell was killed in a hit-and-run just after buying food for someone at around 2:30 p.m. Monday, her granddaughter said.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease.
As many as 300,000 Haitians face removal from the United States, as the Trump administration moves to end their temporary protected status.
After lengthy and hard-fought negotiations, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and members of the City Council reached a budget deal Tuesday just hours before the deadline.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Dangerously hot weather arrives in the New York City area starting Wednesday.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Weather is tranquil and pleasant in the New York City area for Father's Day weekend as summer officially begins.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat.
Jersey City residents are fired up and frustrated, as city leaders reconsider a proposed property tax hike that could raise bills by about 20%.
Dangerously hot weather arrives in the New York City area starting Wednesday.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease.
A coach bus slammed into a car, flipped over and hit two other cars on Monday night near the Greenpoint Avenue exit on the Long Island Expressway.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election.
As many as 300,000 Haitians face removal from the United States, as the Trump administration moves to end their temporary protected status.
The mother of a Loyola University freshman who was shot and killed in March delivered tearful testimony on Capitol Hill on Tuesday.
After lengthy and hard-fought negotiations, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and members of the City Council reached a budget deal Tuesday just hours before the deadline.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Taylor Swift has had a decadeslong history with Madison Square Garden, performing there as early as 2003 and even celebrating her 30th birthday at the venue.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
Legendary music executive Clive Davis was laid to rest Monday at a private funeral. Davis helped the careers of generations of artists.
The comic icon behind "Curb Your Enthusiasm" brings his own perspective to America's storied past in a new HBO sketch comedy series – finally making use of his history major from college.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
Casey Mize matched a career high with 10 strikeouts over seven innings and the Tigers capitalized on shoddy defense by the slumping Yankees in a 7-3 victory Monday night.
George Springer capitalized on two miscues to circle the bases, Trey Yesavage pitched into the seventh inning and the Blue Jays beat the bumbling Mets 2-1 on Monday night.
Jarren Duran singled home the winning run to cap a three-run rally in the 10th inning, and the Red Sox finished a four-game sweep of the rival Yankees with a 5-4 victory Sunday night.
Kyle Schwarber became the first major leaguer to reach 30 homers this season with a two-run shot in the seventh inning that sent the Phillies to a 5-4 win over the Mets on Sunday.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
After learning to swim in her 40s, one school leader is helping students gain life-saving skills.
Entrepreneurs in Brooklyn are reimagining laundry day as a social experience, turning neighborhood laundromats into gathering spaces.
Experts say the team's title run created a feeling of collective joy and connection, while some local businesses are also seeing a boost from the celebration.
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.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has the latest on the 100-degree temperatures we will all experience over the next four days.
It comes as police continue to search for the scooter driver responsible. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal spoke exclusively with the victim's granddaughter.
CBS News New York's Ali Bauman was on board all day as the vessel docked on the Hudson River and describes her unique experience.
As CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports, advocates in Rockland County are organizing to push back, but options are limited.
CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan spoke with some who doing their best to stay cool and safe.
