Understanding what Pope Francis meant to his followers
We're joined by Meghan J. Clark, a professor of theology at St. John's University, to discuss the legacy the pope leaves behind.
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We're joined by Meghan J. Clark, a professor of theology at St. John's University, to discuss the legacy the pope leaves behind.
Pope Francis died Monday at the age of 88. As tributes pour in from around the world, the Vatican faces a transition.
Timothy Cardinal Dolan will hold another mass in the pope's honor at noon Tuesday at the cathedral in midtown. CBS News New York's Derick Waller reports.
The Vatican announced the funeral plans and released the first images of the pope lying in a coffin. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Tributes to the first Latin American pope are pouring in from around the world, as the Vatican prepares for his funeral. CBS News New York's Christina Fan, Derick Waller and Tina Kraus have the latest.
Here are some important dates in the life of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who became Pope Francis in 2013 and died on Monday.
Pope Francis is being mourned around the world, including in New York City where Timothy Cardinal Dolan presided over a special mass in the pope's honor at St. Patrick's Cathedral. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Pope Francis made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday, one day before his death Monday morning.
We hear from David Gibson, director of Fordham University's Center on Religion and Culture.
We hear from Father Thomas Massaro, a Jesuit priest and theology professor at Fordham University.
We hear from Father Thomas Reese, a senior analyst with the Religion News Service.
Miles Pattenden joins CBS News New York from Oxford University for a look back on the pope's legacy and what comes next for the church.
As CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports, Pope Francis lived a simple life and called for a simple funeral.
CBS News New York's Tony Aiello looks back on covering the pope since he was elected in 2013 and looks ahead to what comes next for the church.
St. Patrick's Cathedral has been holding mass and praying for the pope for the past several weeks. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
The pope greeted a crowd of thousands in the Vatican for Easter. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has a look at his final days.
The pope died just a day after making a special appearance for Easter at the Vatican. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan has a look back at his life.
In the NYC area, the annual Way of the Cross procession will march across the Brooklyn Bridge. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the story.
Bishop T.D. Jakes joins CBS New York to discuss his health journey and stress awareness .
The pope has spent much of the holy week on the sidelines after spending a month in the hospital. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Israeli settlers have beaten up one of the Palestinian co-directors of the Oscar-winning documentary film "No Other Land."
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent for Catholics around the world. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
In a late update, the Vatican said the 88-year-old pontiff remains alert and "well-oriented."
Six living hostages — including two who were held in Gaza for a decade — were released by Hamas Saturday.
Timothy Cardinal Dolan is turning 75 and that comes with some big changes for the archdiocese.
Dylan Lopez Contreras, a student from Venezuela, was the first New York City public schools student taken into ICE custody under the Trump administration crackdown.
Video shows firefighters dousing the smoldering roof of the structure on Old York Road in Branchburg, New Jersey.
Acting deputy TSA administrator Adam Stahl says the situation will get worse the longer the agency and the Department of Homeland Security don't receive funding.
Iran retaliates for Israel's latest assassinations as President Trump and Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu give no indication the war is about to let up, 19 days in.
Terrifying surveillance video from East Elmhurst showed the victim getting stabbed in the back and arms while going to take the bus to work.
Dylan Lopez Contreras, a student from Venezuela, was the first New York City public schools student taken into ICE custody under the Trump administration crackdown.
Terrifying surveillance video from East Elmhurst showed the victim getting stabbed in the back and arms while going to take the bus to work.
NYPD sources said the officer was stripped of his badge and gun after tracking a stolen family car and shooting a man while off-duty in the Bronx.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated his first St. Patrick's Day as mayor with a dramatic show of respect for groups he may have offended in the past.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Video shows firefighters dousing the smoldering roof of the structure on Old York Road in Branchburg, New Jersey.
Grubhub is launching New Jersey's first commercial food delivery by drone. CBS News New York has learned more about the high-tech service and how it's expected to work.
Officials say James Hadley, a New Jersey coach and educator, may have assaulted other victims.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated his first St. Patrick's Day as mayor with a dramatic show of respect for groups he may have offended in the past.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for withholding funds designed to extend the Second Avenue subway west into Harlem.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
The WNBA and its players' union reached a verbal agreement on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning, both sides said.
With the game tied going into the 9th, Eugenio Suárez smacked a double into left-center field to score pinch runner Javier Sonoja for what would prove to be the winning run.
Josh Hart scored a season-high 33 points on 12-of-13 shooting to lead the Knicks over the Pacers 136-110 on Tuesday night.
The New York Islanders beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Tuesday night.
Gotham FC will host the Washington Spirit on July 15 at Citi Field in a game that has been dubbed The Queens Classic.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated Wednesday afternoon First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
The MTA said a 2 train got stuck in a tunnel near 135th Street when crews turned off power to fight the fire.
The Trump administration says Iran posed an imminent threat, even as a top intelligence official resigned in protest. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The flames ripped through an apartment and townhome complex in New Jersey. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
Chief Health Officer at the Crisis Text Line, Dr. Shairi Turner, explains how repeated exposure to images of global conflict can take a toll on mental health.
