Rutgers University president will step down after 2024-25 school year
Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway announced Tuesday that he will step down after the 2024-25 school year.
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Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway announced Tuesday that he will step down after the 2024-25 school year.
The president of Rutgers University announced Tuesday he's stepping down. Dr. Jonathan Holloway took office in 2020, becoming the university's first Black president.
Rutgers University has ordered an investigation of its gymnastics program after its coach was accused of abuse.
From roads to runways, the rising temperatures are more than just uncomfortable; it's also impacting our infrastructure, so what's being done to handle the heat?
Rutgers President Jonathan Holloway faced tough questions from lawmakers about a deal with protesters who had set up encampments. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Rutgers President Jonathan Holloway appeared before the House Committee on Education and the Workforce to defend his decision to negotiate with pro-Palestinian protesters on campus. CBS New York's Doug Williams reports.
Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway faced questions from New Jersey lawmakers at a state budget hearing Thursday regarding pro-Palestinian protests on campus.
Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway faced questions from New Jersey lawmakers at a state budget hearing Thursday regarding pro-Palestinian protests on campus. CBS New York's Christine Sloan spoke with him one-on-one.
Jewish students and leaders are not happy with Rutgers University's agreement with pro-Palestinian protesters.
The agreement, which is contingent upon no more disruptions or protests breaking out on campus, is facing criticism from some lawmakers, including New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
In wake of last week's pro-Palestinian protests, all is quiet on Rutgers' New Brunswick campus as students finish up finals.
In the wake of last week's demonstrations, all is quiet on the New Brunswick campus as students finish up finals. CBS New York's Nick Caloway reports.
Rutgers University is responding to requests made by pro-Palestinian protesters after the demonstrators agreed to dismantle their on-campus encampment Thursday.
Rutgers University is responding to requests made by pro-Palestinian protesters after demonstrators dismantled their on-campus encampment Thursday.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick protesters began taking down their encampment just after 4 p.m. on Thursday.
The school announced on Thursday that some final exams were postponed and others were moved to alternate locations due to fears of the demonstrations escalating. CBS New York's Nick Caloway reports.
The protesters are trying to get the university's attention after they felt their request for the school to divest from Israel was ignored at a meeting on Thursday. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.
Tensions rose on the Columbia University campus as pro-Palestinian protesters refused to comply with a deadline to pack up their encampment.
At Rutgers University, students voted in favor of a referendum that calls on university administrators to withdraw investments in Israel and cancel the school's partnership with Tel Aviv University.
Muslim students at Rutgers University in New Brunswick say they don't feel safe after a campus center for prayer and support was vandalized on the holy holiday of Eid, celebrated at the end of Ramadan. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Rutgers University students say they don't feel safe on campus after the Center for Islamic Life was vandalized.
Religious leaders are calling it an act of hate and plan to hold a press conference Thursday morning. CBS New York's Christina Fan has a look at the damage.
The Center for Islamic Life at Rutgers University in New Brunswick was vandalized during Eid al-Fitr, the three-day Islamic religious celebration marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports.
The roughly 4.7 to 4.8 magnitude earthquake shook New York and New Jersey, even as far north as the Boston area.
Rutgers officials said the victim is affiliated with the school, but it's unclear if she is a student or staff member.
The first day of spring, also known as the vernal equinox, has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere on March 20, 2025.
The San Antonio Spurs upended the New York Knicks 120-105 on Wednesday night.
Yankee Stadium has unveiled new dining menu items ahead of the upcoming season.
A man is facing charges after allegedly breaking into several temples in New York City's Chinatown and damaging religious statues this week.
Plans to close and consolidate schools in Middletown, New Jersey, have angered parents and students who feel blindsided by the news.
Yankee Stadium has unveiled new dining menu items ahead of the upcoming season.
A man is facing charges after allegedly breaking into several temples in New York City's Chinatown and damaging religious statues this week.
The MTA has replaced traditional wooden benches with metal leaning benches at one popular Manhattan subway station.
Gabby Petito's grandmother announced a new fundraiser in her granddaughter's name Wednesday to mark what would have been Petito's 26th birthday.
The Trump administration is threatening to cut billions of dollars in federal funding to the MTA over subway crime, but MTA officials, the governor and the mayor say they're not worried because crime is already down.
Stormy weather arrived overnight around the NYC area, bringing heavy rain and high winds.
We have a First Alert Weather Day coming our way, starting Sunday afternoon.
Gusts between 30-40 mph combined with dry fuels and low humidity levels will lead to a continued risk of wildfire development through the rest of the weekend.
A wind advisory is in effect for New York City and the surrounding area Friday due to gusts of up to 50 mph.
From flooding to downed trees, Wednesday's rain wreaked havoc on some parts of the Tri-State Area.
Plans to close and consolidate schools in Middletown, New Jersey, have angered parents and students who feel blindsided by the news.
Another sinkhole on I-80 forced drivers to take detours Wednesday in Wharton, New Jersey.
Witnesses cited in court documents said Lumberton Mayor Gina LaPlaca drove across multiple lanes and almost hit a utility pole.
Mercy House, a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, hosted a big celebration for mothers-to-be in need. It's the first time it has hosted one.
A New Jersey family says they would be heavily impacted by any proposed cuts to Medicaid.
Gabby Petito's grandmother announced a new fundraiser in her granddaughter's name Wednesday to mark what would have been Petito's 26th birthday.
Hempstead was once one of the most active business districts on Long Island. It now appears to be on the way to recovery.
Three Long Island fire departments that displayed the Confederate flag have now reached a settlement over alleged discrimination.
It's been four years since an acid attack left a Long Island college student disfigured. Nafiah Ikram was attacked in her Elmont driveway.
As Americans live longer, there's a dire need to create an age-friendly health care system. But right now, there aren't enough doctors specializing in geriatrics to care for older adults.
Completely eliminating the department would require approval from Congress, which isn't certain.
The Trump administration is threatening to cut billions of dollars in federal funding to the MTA over subway crime, but MTA officials, the governor and the mayor say they're not worried because crime is already down.
The Trump administration's deadline to Columbia University to make changes is set for the end of the day Thursday.
The Pentagon ordered a digital refresh to remove content featuring DEI, which has led to the removal in some cases of pages recognizing significant figures in the U.S. military's history.
"I myself don't give away anything for nothing," Rep. Nancy Pelosi said about Schumer's handling of last week's government shutdown vote.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
A New Jersey family says they would be heavily impacted by any proposed cuts to Medicaid.
As Americans live longer, there's a dire need to create an age-friendly health care system. But right now, there aren't enough doctors specializing in geriatrics to care for older adults.
Saturday marks five years since New York City announced citywide lockdowns due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Two cats in separate New York City households have tested positive for bird flu, the city health department says.
Tracy Morgan had a health scare and was seen getting sick during the Knicks-Heat game Monday at Madison Square Garden in NYC.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial for federal sex trafficking charges will begin a week later than expected, a judge in Manhattan ruled Friday.
Celebrities like Laurence Fishburne, Mark Ruffalo and Matthew Broderick were among those rallying Saturday to keep a 135-year-old church and theater space on the Upper West Side open.
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home last week in a gated community in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
The FIFA World Cup final will have a halftime show for the first time in history when it comes to New Jersey's MetLife Stadium in 2026.
The San Antonio Spurs upended the New York Knicks 120-105 on Wednesday night.
Baylor Scheierman scored a career-high 20 points, Kristaps Porzingas had 25 points and the Boston Celtics beat the Brooklyn Nets 104-96 on Tuesday night.
Nazem Kadri and Matt Coronato scored first-period goals and the Flames beat the Rangers 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Pierre Engvall scored the tiebreaking goal in New York's four-goal third period, and the Islanders rallied to beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2.
Tracy Morgan had a health scare and was seen getting sick during the Knicks-Heat game Monday at Madison Square Garden in NYC.
Yankee Stadium has unveiled new dining menu items ahead of the upcoming season.
Tensions are sparking in southern Brooklyn as residents learn of lithium-ion battery energy storage systems moving into vacant storefronts and lots along industrial corridors, many just steps from residential homes.
At Bronx Charter School for the Arts, students aren't the only ones learning a few lessons.
This Woman's History Month, we're remembering the woman who brought the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge across the finish line.
Residents in parts of Queens say neighborhood streets are being treated like a parking lot for trucks, with trash accumulating among commercial vehicles left on the roadside.
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.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku welcomes in the official start of the spring equinox.
CBS News New York's Rob Marciano has your First Alert Forecast for March 19 at 11 p.m.
Columbia University stands to lose $400 million in federal funding if they don't comply with a list of White House demands by Thursday. One university researcher told CBS News New York's Ali Bauman his life's work to help millions with a chronic illness is now on hold.
The only Planned Parenthood in Manhattan is set to close.
For some time on Wednesday, a webpage saluting Jackie Robinson for his World War II service was removed from the Department of Defense website, apparently the victim of the Trump administration scrubbing DEI references from websites. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
