October is Domestic Violence Awareness month
Nathaniel Fields, CEO of Urban Resource Institute and Hope Dawson-Sessoms, a domestic violence survivor join CBS New York to discuss the non-profit and how it helps survivors.
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Nathaniel Fields, CEO of Urban Resource Institute and Hope Dawson-Sessoms, a domestic violence survivor join CBS New York to discuss the non-profit and how it helps survivors.
The Helping Hands Food Pantry is a ministry that has operated out of the Park Slope church since the 1990s.
It's falling on nonprofits, like the West Side Campaign Against Hunger, to address the growing needs post-COVID pandemic.
Fish, Inc. helps keep residents in need fed and clothed. Last week's fire destroyed the group's building. But not its mission.
Young people in crisis find food, friendship, clothing and calm at the organization's drop-in center on 125th Street.
Oyate Group is on a mission to alleviate poverty across New York City, starting with $20,000 for two students.
There was supposed to be a food and clothing drive at Fish, Inc. in Piscataway on Wednesday morning, but all of the items were destroyed.
There was supposed to be a food and clothing drive at Fish, Inc. in Piscataway on Wednesday morning, but all of the items were destroyed. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The brand new building stands in Corona just blocks from Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities, the organization that envisioned and developed it.
The One Hundred Club of Montclair says it's owed over $3,000 from a December 2022 event.
If you'd like to help deliver meals, CBS New York has information at the bottom of this story.
As NYC continues quest for federal help, local organizations like Ruth's Refuge are finding their own way to help.
Organizations that depend on city grants can pay their workers only a fraction of what they're worth.
As we celebrate National Foster Care Month, we are highlighting a special nonprofit that started inside one woman's home seven years ago. As CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado reports, it has expanded into a program that has helped more than 700 young adults transition from foster care into their very own first homes.
The event was hosted by the nonprofit No Dogs Left Behind.
Rocking the Boat has existed for 25 years and provides students a safe place after school.
Center for Community Alternatives has been impacted by a city so filled with red tape it can take a year to get paid.
Donations were delivered to Self Help, Part of the Solution, The Bowery Mission, and The Urban Outreach Center.
The approval process is best described as byzantine. It can take up to 300 days for a nonprofit to get paid.
The students helped collect excess food from the school cafeteria and donate it to community organizations.
The holiday season is a time to not only think about those in need in our neighborhood but around the world. We're shining a spotlight on girls and young women in African who need our help.
The health facility provides specialized bras and prostheses for women, following breast surgery.
Local high school students started a GoFundMe page, leaving thrift store founder Debbie Loesch in tears.
A Brooklyn nonprofit is working to make the sport more accessible in underserved communities.
The AFYA Foundation has already sent millions of dollars worth of supplies to places in dire need, like Ukraine.
Celebrating 20 years as a band, the Jonas Brothers played a show at the American Dream mall on Sunday.
"Give it up, or there will be consequences," said White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, speaking about Iran's nuclear program.
Miller Gardner, former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner's youngest son, died after getting sick on a family vacation, his parents say.
A 12-year-old student faces a hate crime charge for her alleged involvement in an attack on Muslim sisters at their Connecticut middle school.
In her first TV interview, Noor Abdalla, a U.S. citizen, says the White House is mischaracterizing Khalil and his role in campus protests against Israel's attacks on Gaza, as the Trump administration seeks to deport him – a legal resident.
Miller Gardner, former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner's youngest son, died after getting sick on a family vacation, his parents say.
A man and his pregnant wife were robbed at gunpoint as they entered their Bronx apartment building earlier this month, and it was all caught on camera.
The Jonas Brothers stopped by a New York City pizza shop Saturday as part of their 20th anniversary celebration this weekend.
New York City's skyline looked a little darker Saturday night without the Empire State Building's lights.
John Calipari is heading to the Sweet 16 for the 16th time, guiding the Arkansas Razorbacks past nemesis Rick Pitino and St. John's.
Following a brief warmup on Saturday will be a cooldown for Sunday.
Today is the first day of spring, and NYC and N.J. are expecting some rainy weather as the equinox arrives.
Stormy weather arrived overnight around the NYC area, bringing heavy rain and high winds.
We have a First Alert Weather Day coming our way, starting Sunday afternoon.
Gusts between 30-40 mph combined with dry fuels and low humidity levels will lead to a continued risk of wildfire development through the rest of the weekend.
Celebrating 20 years as a band, the Jonas Brothers played a show at the American Dream mall on Sunday.
The Jonas Brothers stopped by a New York City pizza shop Saturday as part of their 20th anniversary celebration this weekend.
NJ Transit is offering a discount for commuters impacted by the ongoing I-80 sinkhole closures and detours in Wharton, New Jersey.
Following a brief warmup on Saturday will be a cooldown for Sunday.
Westbound lanes of I-80 will stay closed and detoured at Exit 34B in Wharton, New Jersey, until further notice, the state Department of Transportation says.
One person was killed Thursday in a crash involving a fire truck in Suffolk County.
Gabby Petito's grandmother announced a new fundraiser in her granddaughter's name Wednesday to mark what would have been Petito's 26th birthday.
Hempstead was once one of the most active business districts on Long Island. It now appears to be on the way to recovery.
Three Long Island fire departments that displayed the Confederate flag have now reached a settlement over alleged discrimination.
It's been four years since an acid attack left a Long Island college student disfigured. Nafiah Ikram was attacked in her Elmont driveway.
"Give it up, or there will be consequences," said White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, speaking about Iran's nuclear program.
Jessica Aber served as U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia for approximately three years before resigning in January.
The move comes after Mr. Trump had already announced last month that he was revoking former President Joe Biden's security clearance.
A total of 532,000 migrants from from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela entered the U.S. under the CHNV policy.
Columbia University has announced a new mask ban, the hiring of special officers and other new policies in response to the Trump administration's list of demands.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
A New Jersey family says they would be heavily impacted by any proposed cuts to Medicaid.
As Americans live longer, there's a dire need to create an age-friendly health care system. But right now, there aren't enough doctors specializing in geriatrics to care for older adults.
Saturday marks five years since New York City announced citywide lockdowns due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Two cats in separate New York City households have tested positive for bird flu, the city health department says.
Celebrating 20 years as a band, the Jonas Brothers played a show at the American Dream mall on Sunday.
The Jonas Brothers stopped by a New York City pizza shop Saturday as part of their 20th anniversary celebration this weekend.
Country star Orville Peck will go unmasked when he makes his Broadway debut in the revival of "Cabaret."
Want to catch the 2025 NCAA March Madness tournament? Here's how to stream the college basketball games for free.
Tracy Morgan had a health scare and was seen getting sick during the Knicks-Heat game Monday at Madison Square Garden in NYC.
Miller Gardner, former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner's youngest son, died after getting sick on a family vacation, his parents say.
The New York Knicks beat the Washington Wizards 122-103 on Saturday night.
The Ottawa Senators held on to beat the New Jersey Devils 3-2 on Saturday night.
Emil Forsberg scored a goal in each half to lead the Red Bulls to a 2-1 victory over Toronto FC at Sports Illustrated Stadium on Saturday.
Matt Freese made five saves for New York City FC in a scoreless draw with the Columbus Crew.
Brooklyn's historic Hendrick I. Lott House is getting a long-overdue restoration. It's set to be transformed into Marine Park's first museum.
Tax season can bring added exposure to scams and fraud. A mother and daughter in Little Neck, Queens say it happened to them.
Yankee Stadium has unveiled new dining menu items ahead of the upcoming season.
Tensions are sparking in southern Brooklyn as residents learn of lithium-ion battery energy storage systems moving into vacant storefronts and lots along industrial corridors, many just steps from residential homes.
At Bronx Charter School for the Arts, students aren't the only ones learning a few lessons.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
CBS News New York's Craig Allen has your seven-day forecast.
The New Jersey natives are celebrating 20 years together as a band. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian was there Sunday with the super-fans.
Two campgrounds were forced to evacuate due to the fire at the Wharton State Forest in the Camden County town of Waterford. Officials say the flames scorched more than 1,700 acres since it broke out Saturday, and is about 50% contained. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
It comes as New York's senior senator faces heavy criticism from within his own party over his handling of the Republican spending bill that avoided a government shutdown. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
It happened just before 9:30 a.m. on West 185th Street between Amsterdam Avenue and Audubon Street. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
