New York City Council passes bill to study reparations for slavery

New York City Council members passed legislation Thursday aimed at acknowledging, studying and addressing the impact of slavery and racial injustices in New York City.

• Sep 12, 2024

NYC Council passes bill to study reparations

New York City Council members passed legislation Thursday aimed at acknowledging, studying and addressing the impact of slavery and racial injustices in New York City. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reparation.

• Sep 12, 2024

Tonight: Author meet-up with Maura Cheeks

Join us tonight at 7 p.m. for a conversation with the author of this round's book, "Acts of Forgiveness."

• Mar 20, 2024

Hochul signs legislation to create slavery reparations commission

Hochul said she knows many New York residents do not support it, but added it had to be signed.

• Dec 19, 2023

Gov. Hochul signs legislation to create slavery reparations commission

Hochul said she knows the legislation is controversial, but added it had to be signed. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.

• Dec 19, 2023

Gov. Hochul signs controversial legislation to create slavery reparations commission

Hochul said she knows many New York residents do not support it, but added it had to be signed. CBS New York's Chris Wragge reports.

• Dec 19, 2023

New York lawmakers OK bill to consider reparations for slavery: "Historic"

New York would be following the lead of California, which became the first state to form a reparations task force in 2020.

• Jun 9, 2023