James Earl Jones, Tony-winning actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at age 93
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.
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Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.
Rapper and radio personality Fatman Scoop experienced a medical emergency on stage in Connecticut, local officials said.
Phil Donahue, a celebrated daytime talk show host who pioneered the television staple, died after a long illness, his publicist said in a statement.
John Aprea landed his first break in the 1967 Steve McQueen classic "Bullitt" before landing the role of young Salvatore "Sal" Tessio in "The Godfather Part II."
Gena Rowlands, hailed as one of the greatest actors to ever practice the craft, died at 94 on Wednesday, her representatives confirmed.
Susan Wojcicki served as CEO of YouTube for nine years before stepping down in February 2023.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
Martin Mull came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," and the starring role in its spinoff, "Fernwood 2 Night."
Taylor Wily is survived by his wife and two children.
Mays was a 24-time All-Star and his iconic over-the-shoulder catch is still considered one of the greatest in the history of the game.
"Bill Walton was truly one of a kind," NBA commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement.
A remarkable judge of talent, Corman hired such aspiring filmmakers as Francis Ford Coppola, Ron Howard, James Cameron and Martin Scorsese.
Bernard Hill died Sunday at 79. The actor was known for his roles in "Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic."
Eleanor documented much of the chaos on "Apocalypse Now" in what would become one of the most famous making-of films about moviemaking, 1991's "Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse."
O.J. Simpson was famously acquitted in the 1994 slayings of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman.
The North Texas man is being remembered across the world for his inspirational story of resilience, after living in an iron lung for more than 70 years after contracting polio.
Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball manga series has sold millions of copies and was adapted into hugely popular animated TV shows, video games and films.
Richard Lewis, the actor and comedian known for his long-running stand-up career and recurring role in the hit HBO series "Curb Your Enthusiasm," is dead at 76.
Controversial singer-songwriter Toby Keith announced in June 2022 that he'd been undergoing treatment for stomach cancer.
Carl Weathers was a former NFL linebacker who became a Hollywood action movie and comedy star.
Legendary jazz singer Marlena Shaw, best known for her rendition of "California Soul," has died at the age of 81.
"You will always be in my heart! I love you Adam," Rick Harrison wrote after his son's death, alongside a broken-heart emoji.
David Soul played Detective Ken "Hutch" Hutchinson in the 1970s TV show "Starsky and Hutch."
Tom Smothers and his brother Dick performed as the Smothers Brothers and delighted audiences for decades.
The longtime actor was also known for the popular video game "Call of Duty: Black Ops II," and Oliver Stone's "Nixon."
Bronx tenants say they're being terrorized by a neighbor armed with a hatchet at all hours of the day.
Three siblings and their mother are fighting for their lives after a fire in Inwood that already took the lives of three of their neighbors.
The Sixers' Joel Embiid will miss Wednesday's game against the Knicks because of a sprained right ankle and right hip soreness.
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 man convicted of pushing a woman into a moving New York City subway car, leaving her paralyzed, was sentenced on Wednesday to 20 years in prison.
Bronx tenants say they're being terrorized by a neighbor armed with a hatchet at all hours of the day.
Three siblings and their mother are fighting for their lives after a fire in Inwood that already took the lives of three of their neighbors.
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 man convicted of pushing a woman into a moving New York City subway car, leaving her paralyzed, was sentenced on Wednesday to 20 years in prison.
An NYPD captain has been transferred after video surfaced of him criticizing New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Democrats while on duty.
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.
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.
Pop-up events from watch parties to street festivals will take place across New Jersey as the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway.
Firefighters are still working to put out hot spots at a burnt-out industrial complex in Belleville, New Jersey, three days after a massive fire.
After summer-like warmth, rainy weather and cooler temperatures return to the New York City area mid-week.
Two people have been charged in connection to a shooting inside the Freehold Borough Public Library in New Jersey.
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.
A suspect is in custody after two people were stabbed to death on Long Island early Friday morning, Nassau County police said.
Suffolk County officials say contamination from a former Grumman Navy site is far worse than previously acknowledged and is still spreading.
An NYPD captain has been transferred after video surfaced of him criticizing New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Democrats while on duty.
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.
Tenants in Brooklyn are entering the fifth month of a rent strike over what they call unlivable conditions.
Billionaire Ken Griffin says being New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's poster boy for a tax-the-rich campaign put his life in danger.
It's a mixed bag for Gov. Kathy Hochul in the latest poll.
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.
Travelers at Newark Airport may have been exposed to an individual with measles, New Jersey health officials warn.
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."
The 2026 Met Gala's theme, "Costume Art," aims to make the connection between fashion and art.
The Sixers' Joel Embiid will miss Wednesday's game against the Knicks because of a sprained right ankle and right hip soreness.
Pop-up events from watch parties to street festivals will take place across New Jersey as the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway.
The New York Yankees beat the Texas Rangers 7-4 on Tuesday night for their fifth straight win and 15th in 17 games.
Jalen Brunson scored 27 of his 35 points in the first half and the Knicks emphatically overwhelmed the 76ers 137-98 on Monday night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Aaron Judge put the Yankees ahead in the first inning with his major league-leading 14th home run as part of a four-RBI night, and they went on to rout the Orioles 12-1 on Monday for a four-game sweep.
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.
Have you ever wondered what happens to a restaurant's leftover or unsold food at the end of the day? Food access advocates say it could make a big difference if it were served to the community.
A new report finds a shortage of courts, fields and swimming pools in some New York City neighborhoods.
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.
As preparations continue for the FIFA World Cup, the NYPD is bolstering its security.
A Brooklyn rehabilitation facility is expanding, and former President Bill Clinton was on hand for the groundbreaking Wednesday.
A new report from the Anti-Defamation League finds that New York leads the nation in attacks against Jews. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer has the story.
Three siblings and their mother are fighting for their lives after a fire in Inwood that already took the lives of three of their neighbors. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
Bronx tenants say they're being terrorized by a neighbor armed with a hatchet at all hours of the day. Several incidents were caught on camera. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
