Pope Leo XIV celebrates his 70th birthday at the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV has marked his 70th birthday by thanking God, his parents and all those who prayed for him.
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Pope Leo XIV has marked his 70th birthday by thanking God, his parents and all those who prayed for him.
He began the prayers in song from the basilica balcony in St. Peter's Square. Speaking in Italian, he went on to call for Ukrainian children to be reunited with their families. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Pope Leo XIV identified artificial intelligence as one of the most critical matters facing humanity during his first formal audience.
Pope Leo XIV gave a homily at a Mass a day after he was chosen to lead the Catholic Church. Here's what the new pontiff said, and what he's up to in the coming days.
CBS News New York's Mary Calvi, Tony Aiello and Kristie Johnson have the latest on election of Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost as the leader of the Catholic Church.
The cardinal electors of the Catholic Church elected an American from among their own ranks on Thursday to serve as the new pope. Hear his first remarks as pontiff.
Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected and accepted his fate as the next Bishop of Rome, leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics. Prevost chose Leo XIV as his papal name.
The question on everyone's mind is who the new pope will be? Speculation and anticipation swirled in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican ahead of the new pope emerging.
A marching band and and the Swiss Guards arrived in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican after the election of the new pope.
As CBS News' Chris Livesay explains, how the new pope chooses to present himself, how he is dressed is much more than just a "fashion statement."
White smoke has emerged from the chimney above the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican, signaling that a new pope has been chosen with a decisive vote by the cardinal electors gathered for the papal conclave. Watch team coverage.
2025 papal conclave continues for a second day at the Vatican, as more black smoke signals no new pope after a third vote.
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.
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.
Cardinals from around the world have come together for the highly secretive process. CBS News New York's Mary Calvi reports from Vatican City.
The countdown is on for the highly secretive conclave to elect the next pope. CBS News New York's Mary Calvi has the latest on the preparations in Rome.
The cardinals of the Catholic Church have descended on the Vatican to begin the process in just days of electing a new pope. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
Red curtains have been installed at St. Peter's basilica as part of the preparations to elect the next pope. CBS News New York's Mary Calvi reports as cardinals prepare for their secret election.
The College of Cardinals is meeting to select the new pope. The event is called the "conclave," or in latin, con clave, which translates to "with key." The process to decide who will hold that key to the church is locked behind closed doors, veiled in secrecy. CBS News New York's Mary Calvi reports.
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.
Covering the funeral of Pope Francis was a deeply meaningful "full circle" moment for CBS News New York's Tony Aiello.
Timothy Cardinal Dolan was among thousands of people who visited the tomb of Pope Francis in Rome on Sunday, one day after his majestic funeral service.
The tomb simply reads "Franciscus" in Latin, reflecting the pope's life of simplicity. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello caught up with New York's archbishop.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani traveled to Washington, D.C. Thursday to meet with President Trump.
One worker was killed, another severely hurt after being trapped in a collapsed construction trench on Thursday morning in Brooklyn.
Staff at Adventure Aquarium in New Jersey are welcoming three little blue penguin chicks who were born during the first week of February.
A Long Island crossing guard is in critical condition after being hit while shoveling snow in Merrick, sources said.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill nominated Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as acting superintendent of New Jersey's 3,000-member state police force.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani traveled to Washington, D.C. Thursday to meet with President Trump.
The Department of Homeland Security said ICE agents detained Elmina "Ellie" Aghayeva at Columbia University Thursday, saying her student visa was revoked in 2016. She was later released.
New York's governor says the World Trade Center's final office tower will start construction as soon as this spring and become American Express' new headquarters.
A man was arrested after multiple NYPD officers were hit with snowballs in Washington Square Park Monday. The controversial incident sparked debate.
Nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian are headed back to work as the longest nurses strike in New York City history comes to an end.
Another round of snow is impacting the Tri-State Area Wednesday, just after a major blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow in some parts of New York and New Jersey.
Pet owners should be extra cautious with their pets during and after the major winter snowstorm impacting the New York and New Jersey area.
Double-digit snow totals have been reported across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut as a major blizzard begins to wind down.
The storm has started to wrap up in New York City, New Jersey and beyond, with impressive snow totals left in its wake.
A blizzard warning has been issued for New York City and the surrounding area as a major snowstorm develops along the coast.
Staff at Adventure Aquarium in New Jersey are welcoming three little blue penguin chicks who were born during the first week of February.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill nominated Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as acting superintendent of New Jersey's 3,000-member state police force.
New Jersey is facing a lawsuit over a recent directive limiting immigration operations in state-controlled buildings.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill commended the state's response to the major blizzard, but she said they aren't out of the woods yet.
Another round of snow is impacting the Tri-State Area Wednesday, just after a major blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow in some parts of New York and New Jersey.
A Long Island crossing guard is in critical condition after being hit while shoveling snow in Merrick, sources said.
Dozens of people were displaced and three suffered minor injuries after a fire at a West Babylon, Long Island apartment complex.
Long Island grandfather's Seth Bykofsky's #1 fight since January has been to keep his custom license plate, which reads "PB4WEGO."
Another round of snow is impacting the Tri-State Area Wednesday, just after a major blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow in some parts of New York and New Jersey.
The Long Island Rail Road, NJ Transit and other commuter rails are running Tuesday but with modified schedules after a major snowstorm hit the Tri-State Area.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani traveled to Washington, D.C. Thursday to meet with President Trump.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill nominated Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as acting superintendent of New Jersey's 3,000-member state police force.
The Department of Homeland Security said ICE agents detained Elmina "Ellie" Aghayeva at Columbia University Thursday, saying her student visa was revoked in 2016. She was later released.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said in her opening statement before the House Oversight Committee that she had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.
More than 500,000 New Yorkers live in housing provided by NYCHA. It's the largest public housing authority in the nation, and a landlord consistently deemed one of the worst by the public advocate.
For the first time in 30 years, the Food and Drug Administration has approved a new treatment for an inoperable type of pancreatic cancer.
NYSNA has reached a tentative contract agreement with NewYork-Presbyterian, signaling a potential end to the longest nurses strike in New York City history.
NYSNA ratified contracts with Montefiore and Mount Sinai, clearing the way for nurses to return to work Saturday after walking off one month ago.
The longest and largest nurses strike in New York City history is set to end after over three weeks as NYSNA says it has a tentative agreement.
Mount Sinai Health System and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield failed to reach a contract agreement by Dec. 31, which means about 9,000 physicians are no longer considered in-network.
Harvey Weinstein has hired Luigi Mangione's and Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers to represent him at his third New York rape trial.
Harlem's Lafayette Theatre is believed to be the first major New York City theater to desegregate, just a year after its opening.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
The Buffalo Sabres beat the New Jersey Devils 2-1 on Wednesday night in the NHL's return to action.
CC Sabathia's No. 52 will be retired on Sept. 26 by the New York Yankees.
The Cavaliers pulled away in the second half for a 109-94 victory over the Knicks on Tuesday night.
The Mavericks beat the Nets 123-114 on Tuesday night after both teams arrived in New York earlier in the day.
Karl-Anthony Towns had 28 points and 11 rebounds for his NBA-leading 39th double-double and the Knicks outlasted the sliding Bulls 105-99 on Sunday night.
A Jewish congregation in Brooklyn is fighting to save their historic house of worship.
Harlem's Lafayette Theatre is believed to be the first major New York City theater to desegregate, just a year after its opening.
Multiple rezonings in Queens are paving the way for tens of thousands of new units, but some residents worry about how it could affect their communities.
Residents and skate advocates clash over a proposed Mount Prospect Park skate facility, as city officials promise an updated design this spring.
A Brooklyn community is fighting to turn a forgotten landmark into a heritage center.
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.
Before Harlem's Apollo Theater was built, there was the Lafayette Theatre, which opened in 1912. It's believed to be the first major New York City theater to desegregate. CBS News New York's Noelle Lilley looks at its history.
A crossing guard was critically injured in Merrick Thursday. A driver has been taken into custody. Watch Bruce Blakeman's news conference.
This week's Furry Friend Finder features 1-year-old Chihuahua mix named Tinker Bell.
Thursday afternoon has temperatures in the 40s with an even nicer Friday and Saturday ahead. But, there could be more snow on the way. CBS News New York Meteorologist John Elliott has the afternoon forecast.
"Our understanding at this time is that the federal agents made misrepresentations to gain entry to the building to search for a 'missing person,'" Claire Shipman wrote in an email to the Columbia community. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
