Poet, Author Maya Angelou Dies At 86
Her death was confirmed in a statement issued by Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where she had served as a professor of American Studies since 1982.
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Her death was confirmed in a statement issued by Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where she had served as a professor of American Studies since 1982.
The NBA is trying to force Clippers owner Don Sterling to sell the team after a racial rant to his gal pal V. Stiviano was leaked to the press. He's digging in his heels. Sterling is despicable – but as far as owners go - the team could do worse. Here's a list.
Oprah Winfrey plans on making sure that if Michael Sam makes even more history, you'll be able to see it as it happens.
The 10-member committee will have a conference call two days after Commissioner Adam Silver banned Sterling for life from the league and fined him $2.5 million for making racist comments.
Oprah is the latest to hop on board, CBS News confirms. Other household names have publicly declared interest in a stake, including rapper Dr. Dre and actor Matt Damon.
According to Lindsay Lohan, the sixth time is the charm. In an interview that aired Sunday with Oprah Winfrey, the trouble-prone actress declared that this, her sixth stint in rehab, has put her on a path of recovery.
The wife of Republican New Jersey U.S. Senate candidate Steve Lonegan would like Oprah Winfrey – a major supporter of Democratic rival Cory Booker – to get to know her husband and his story.
The athletic legend, whose controversial career included a prison stint and biting off a chunk of a competitor's ear, is coming out in support of his friend Lance.
"If he really loves his sport and wants to regain at least some credibility," said Thomas Bach, "then he should tell the whole truth and cooperate with the relevant sports bodies."
WFAN Sports Radio host Marc "Moose" Malusis hit The Couch on Friday to dissect the cyclist's confession, what he called a "last ditch effort" to save his name.
Disgraced Tour de France cyclist and former Olympian Lance Armstrong has come clean, finally admitting what he's been vehemently and angrily denying for 13 years.
Thirteen years after he stood on the podium in Sydney, Lance Armstrong was stripped of his bronze medal from the 2000 Olympics because of doping.
Lance Armstrong said Wednesday that viewers can judge for themselves how candid he was in his interview with Oprah Winfrey.
It's amazing and disturbing to observe what lengths some individuals go to win at all costs. To cheat. To hurt others. To bully. To cover up. To lie.
The Livestrong charity that Lance Armstrong founded said that it expects the disgraced cyclist to be "completely truthful and forthcoming" in his interview with Oprah Winfrey.
It all depends on how fast, and how well, Thomas can get that knee back into shape. It may never happen, despite his best efforts. But the hard-nosed Thomas will certainly give it his best shot. That's just part of his mental makeup.
The World Anti-Doping Agency said Lance Armstrong must confess under oath to seek a reduction in his lifetime ban from sports for doping during seven Tour de France victories.
"I would say he did not come clean in the manner that I expected," Oprah said Tuesday on "CBS This Morning." "I was surprised."
The False Claims Act lawsuit could result in Armstrong paying a substantial amount of money to the U.S. government.
Armstrong reportedly apologized to the staff at his Livestrong cancer foundation before heading to the interview with Winfrey.
Stripped last year of his seven Tour de France titles because of doping charges, Armstrong addressed the staff Monday and said, "I'm sorry." The person said the disgraced cyclist choked up and several employees cried during the session.
Lance Armstrong is 'ready to speak candidly' as he prepares to discuss doping allegations against him in his upcoming interview with Oprah Winfrey.
There were whispers that a confession could be coming. We may not have to wait much longer.
Lance Armstrong has agreed to an interview with Oprah Winfrey in which he is to address allegations he used performance-enhancing drugs during a career in which he won seven Tour de France titles.
During the current election campaign, for the first time in American history, President Barack Obama and the "left" have made success in America to be negative.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
A New York City Council worker who was detained by ICE in January is now back home and speaking out about his experience for the first time.
You can enter to win free tickets to access prime viewing areas for the 2026 Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks Show.
The New York City Pride March will make its way through Manhattan on Sunday. Here's what to know.
President Trump on Saturday said he has nominated Lance Schroyer to be the next director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
A New York City Council worker who was detained by ICE in January is now back home and speaking out about his experience for the first time.
You can enter to win free tickets to access prime viewing areas for the 2026 Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks Show.
The New York City Pride March will make its way through Manhattan on Sunday. Here's what to know.
One of five known Holt Broadside printings in existence belongs to Westchester County and will be viewable at SUNY Purchase.
New York City confirmed that an application was filed for an event at MSG, but nothing has been publicly confirmed by Swift or Kelce.
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.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
Dangerously hot weather arrives in the New York City area starting Wednesday.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
The suspect accused of killing two teenage girls in a hit-and-run in Cranford, New Jersey, last year will be tried as an adult, officials said Friday.
Table to Table is on a mission to make sure nothing goes to waste at 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup celebrations in New Jersey.
Law enforcement officials found a home laboratory and a shed full of explosives at a home in Denville, New Jersey.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
The site will continue to house a casino, but Aqueduct's move to Long Island brings a rare opportunity to the South Ozone Park community.
A young entrepreneur with Down syndrome opened his first brick-and-mortar store on Long Island after his sock company went global.
A defense attorney made stunning new claims in court Wednesday about what may have sparked the fatal stabbing of a Massapequa man.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election.
Bolton agreed to pay a $2.25 million fine, pleading guilty to one count of retaining classified national security information.
CBS News New York Investigates is looking into Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, and the new work requirements in order to keep them.
Victims of e-bike crashes are suing New York City over Mayor Zohran Mamdani's directive ending criminal enforcement of violations.
The Supreme Court on Thursday said the Trump administration can move forward with its efforts to strip more than 356,000 Syrian and Haitian immigrants of temporary protections.
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.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
When a large tent appeared next door to Taylor Swift's Watch Hill estate this week, it didn't take long for speculation about the superstar's impending nuptials to ripple through the affluent New England seaside village.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Jake Bennett held New York to one run in 6 1/3 innings, Masataka Yoshida hit a leadoff home run off Gerrit Cole and the Boston Red Sox beat the Yankees for the third straight day, 4-1 on Saturday.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the reeling New York Mets 2-1 on Friday night.
Payton Tolle took a perfect game into the sixth inning and the Boston Red Sox beat the New York Yankees 6-1 on Friday night.
New York Mets fans seem to be directing frustration at David Stearns and Steve Cohen after manager Carlos Mendoza's firing.
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.
Knicks fans who couldn't make it to Thursday's parade still found a way to celebrate across New York in true blue-and-orange fashion.
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 Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for June 27 at 11 p.m.
Will Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce get married at Madison Square Garden next week? Ali Bauman reports.
The death toll is rising in Venezuela as the search for earthquake survivors continues. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
A New York City Council worker who was detained by ICE in January is now free and speaking out. Rafael Rubio, who faced deportation, was released after the City Council speaker got involved. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Two men were stabbed, one fatally, in Bath Beach, Brooklyn, on Saturday.
