NY Archbishop Ronald Hicks reflects on legacy of Pope Francis
Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025, after complications from a stroke. He was 88.
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Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025, after complications from a stroke. He was 88.
Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Easter Mass as pontiff, urging hope against the violence of war.
The New York Archdiocese is celebrating the soon-to-be first "millennial saint," and his mother will be the guest speaker at a special mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Pope Leo XIV identified artificial intelligence as one of the most critical matters facing humanity during his first formal audience.
People in Paterson, New Jersey, shared what it means to have a new pope with American and Peruvian roots.
St. Peter's Square erupted as the bells rang and Pope Leo XIV was introduced to the world. CBS News New York's Mary Calvi reports from Vatican City.
On the second day of the conclave at the Vatican, the cardinal electors chose Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost as the new pope, Leo XIV.
A U.S. bishop thought it was unlikely that Catholic cardinals would break with more than two centuries of precedent to pick a pope from the states, but it has happened.
Pope Francis' death set off a series of traditions that culminates in a vote for his successor. Here are some of the possible candidates.
Catholic cardinals are gathering at the Vatican for the 2025 conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor. Here's how long it could take.
2025 papal conclave continues for a second day at the Vatican, as more black smoke signals no new pope after a third vote.
The Catholic Church's cardinal electors entered the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican to choose a successor to Pope Francis, as the 2025 papal conclave begins.
The Filipino cardinal, who is 67, would be the first Asian to lead the world's 1.4 billion Catholics. CBS News New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
CBS News New York's Mary Calvi is in Rome and has the latest on the first day of the cardinals voting.
Bishop Kevin Sweeney, Diocese of Paterson joins CBS New York to talk more about this papal conclave.
The start of the process to select a new pope comes less than three weeks after the death of Pope Francis. The cardinals will remain sequestered until they reach a two-thirds consensus. CBS News New York's Tina Kraus reports from Vatican City.
Pope Francis's death at the age of 88 means the Catholic Church must choose a new leader. Here's how cardinals elect the next pontiff at the conclave.
Should the Catholic Church welcome gay families? Should it welcome women at the altar? As 133 cardinals prepare for the 2025 conclave, they will decide.
The eyes of the globe are on the Vatican as the conclave to elect the next pope is about to begin, and New York's Timothy Cardinal Dolan says this time will be more difficult. He spoke to CBS News New York's Mary Calvi in his last broadcast TV interview before being sequestered, and Tony Aiello has more on the anticipation in the Tri-State Area.
As a fireworks expert tests the Vatican's contemporary system for "holy smoke," Catholic cardinals mull their divergent priorities for Pope Francis' successor.
Timothy Cardinal Dolan, the archbishop of New York, is responding to an AI-generated image of President Trump dressed as the pope.
That includes Timothy Cardinal Dolan. CBS News New York's Mary Calvi caught up with New York's archbishop near the Vatican on Sunday to discuss the historic event.
Hundreds of cardinals attended mass inside St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican Sunday, to mark the end of a nine-day mourning period for Pope Francis.
The Vatican marked the final day of the official mourning period for Pope Francis on Sunday, but the focus was on Mr. Trump after he posted an AI-generated image of himself as pope. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The famous chimney on the Sistine Chapel's roof will signal whether Pope Francis' successor has been chosen or not. CBS News New York's Chris Livesay reports.
Residents of a Newark apartment complex got a startling wakeup call Sunday morning when police in tactical gear, responding to reports of multiple people shot, stormed their building.
An investigation is underway in the Bronx after a child fell out of a five-story window and onto the sidewalk on Sunday afternoon.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
The New York Mets routed the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-1 on Sunday afternoon.
Michael Harris II opened the 10th inning with an RBI single, and the Braves beat the Yankees 2-1 on Sunday to prevent a three-game sweep.
An investigation is underway in the Bronx after a child fell out of a five-story window and onto the sidewalk on Sunday afternoon.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
A retired New York City police chief died Friday after drowning in a backyard pool on Long Island, police say.
The National Dominican Day Parade returned to New York City on Sunday.
Thomas Ryan, the man suspected in a murder in Orange County, New York was taken into custody after a massive search that lasted several days.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
The New York area will get some brief relief Sunday from the humid weather.
Friday evening brought yet another round of prolific thunderstorms to the Tri-State Area.
A 16-year-old boy was killed after he was hit Wednesday night by a Metro-North train going from Danbury to South Norwalk, police said.
Most of the Tri-State Area is under a heat advisory Thursday and Friday, with downpours bringing the risk of flash flooding.
Residents of a Newark apartment complex got a startling wakeup call Sunday morning when police in tactical gear, responding to reports of multiple people shot, stormed their building.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
The New York area will get some brief relief Sunday from the humid weather.
A camper and two lifeguards went to a Newark pool expecting a normal summer day. A child's life depended on all three.
Friday evening brought yet another round of prolific thunderstorms to the Tri-State Area.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
The NYPD is mourning the death of a former chief.
A retired New York City police chief died Friday after drowning in a backyard pool on Long Island, police say.
New York State Police are urging people across the region to report any sightings of 32-year-old Thomas Ryan, who is wanted in connection with the death of his father. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
Dozens of teenagers on Long Island are spending the summer helping their senior neighbors, and they're getting paid for it. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
In a narrow 50-49 vote, President Trump's former defense lawyer was confirmed as attorney general in a vote early Saturday.
The measure was approved in a 90 to 6 vote and now goes to the House.
A group of New York City homeowners is suing to delay the implementation of the new pied-à-terre tax, saying Mayor Zohran Mamdani bungled the rollout.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of documents and images related to UFOs, the fifth disclosure in recent months about the strange encounters.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The New York Hotel and Gaming Trades Council claims The High Line Hotel tested positive for Legionella bacteria twice this summer.
Several lawsuits were announced Thursday against New York City and others connected to a deadly 2025 Legionnaires' outbreak in Harlem.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed new legislation Wednesday to strengthen inspections on cooling towers in New York City.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
Actor and comedian Bowen Yang will portray Mary Todd Lincoln in Broadway's "Oh, Mary!" for a limited 12-week run starting in September.
Designer John Galliano is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs, but his legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
The New York Mets routed the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-1 on Sunday afternoon.
Michael Harris II opened the 10th inning with an RBI single, and the Braves beat the Yankees 2-1 on Sunday to prevent a three-game sweep.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the New York Mets 9-0 on Saturday night to end a four-game skid.
Mariano Rivera was back on the field at the Yankees' annual Old-Timers' Day on Saturday.
The New York Yankees beat the Atlanta Braves 5-4 Saturday.
Some residents of a Queens building say a temporary boiler truck parked outside has become a nearly two-year fixture, emitting smoke they say drifts into their homes.
Harlem Week 2026 brings past and present Harlemites together to honor the neighborhood's legacy.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
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 Craig Allen is calling for daytime highs in the low 90s, with the potential for strong storms in parts of the Tri-State Area later in the day.
Officers responded to the scene on Bergen Street on Sunday after getting reports of multiple people shot. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
Neighbors described hearing the 5-year-old boy strike the sidewalk on Sunday. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the story.
Police sources tell CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner the captain of the boat is in federal custody, after being arrested on 13 counts of reckless endangerment.
Because of the [potential for severe weather on Monday into Tuesday, a First Alert Weather Day has been issued. Craig Allen has your latest forecast.
