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A charter school in the South Bronx is helping students and families affected by the uncertainty over SNAP food benefits.
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A charter school in the South Bronx is helping students and families affected by the uncertainty over SNAP food benefits.
Concerns over a so-called open air drug market in the South Bronx continue to soar. Wednesday, Rep. Ritchie Torres and community leaders spoke about the ongoing issue and say the mayor needs to take serious action in cleaning up the area. CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford reports.
CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford was there Thursday as the pleasant moment unfolded, and she shares why the teacher was honored.
For nearly a year, CBS News New York has been following the issue of used syringes and needles littering a park in the South Bronx. Residents say they've been trying to keep St. Mary's Park clean for decades, but it's not the only park with this problem. CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford spoke to city leaders who are stepping in to join the fight.
Air pollution in the New York metro region has been an ongoing concern for advocates who notice the negative health impacts it has on people, especially in the South Bronx. That's why Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson is asking Mayor Eric Adams for more funding for the Parks Department to plant more trees. CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford shows us the vision.
The announcement comes after the city just said the migrant population is declining and other shelters are closing. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has the story.
A library in the South Bronx has reopened after a major renovation.
All Hallows High School in the South Bronx is in danger of closing if it doesn't raise $2.5 million by Jan. 16.
All Hallows High School in the South Bronx is in danger of closing if it doesn't raise $2.5 million. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Months after CBS News New York's Shosh Bedrosian reported on hundreds of needles scattered across a Bronx park, leaders have now announced a multimillion dollar investment to combat the opioid crisis. Bedrosian explains why this could be a game changer.
Their talents are on display at an exhibit in the South Bronx. CBS News New York's Shosh Bedrosian reports.
The Bronx needs more trees, according to borough leaders who say greenery is important for the health and wellness of residents. CBS News New York's Shosh Bedrosian has covered air quality concerns in the borough and has more from the South Bronx.
Advocates say they've waited decades for an opportunity like this to reverse the wrongs done to their community. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian has the story.
Environmental groups in the South Bronx say the neighborhood is feeling the worst of the heat and humidity because of air pollution. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian has a closer look at the data.
A new green space is revitalizing a South Bronx neighborhood, and it's providing the Mott Haven community with a type of access they haven't had in a century. CBS New York's Alecia Reid has the story.
Former President Donald Trump held a major campaign rally on Thursday evening in the South Bronx.
While many supporters showed up in Crotona Park in the South Bronx to see the former president, there were also numerous protesters outside the park telling him he was not welcome. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.
Trump was expected to start speaking at around 6:30 p.m. in Crotona Park. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.
The rally is scheduled for 6 p.m. in Crotona Park. Trump is expected to address the economy, crime and immigration.
Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to hold a campaign rally Thursday in the South Bronx.
These women meet twice a week to create embroidery with the help from the non-profit Transnational People's Network. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian shares their story.
But as CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports, the only problem was two employees were stuck with the suspects while he ran to get help.
A video circulating online helped lead to the arrest of the suspect in a violent assault and rape in the South Bronx, police say.
A man has been arrested after shocking video was posted online earlier this week showing a woman being assaulted and raped in the Bronx. CBS New York's Derick Waller reports.
Community groups in the South Bronx want to clear the air. With high rates of asthma and air pollution in neighborhoods, they're making matters into their own hands. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian reports on the new project in Mott Haven. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/4833ngo
We're in for a mild weather day in NYC Friday, but a First Alert Weather Day is right around the corner, with rounds of rain on tap for Saturday.
Firefighters said the deadly five-alarm blaze in the Belmont section of the Bronx spread so quickly due to doors being left open.
Lawmakers in New York are pushing for a ferry service from the West Harlem Piers to World Cup games, as transportation to and from the matches comes with a big price tag.
There's no confirmation of plans for new U.S.-Iran talks as the costly Strait of Hormuz standoff and Israel's fight with Hezbollah both continue despite ceasefires.
The Mets survived a ninth-inning bullpen mix-up, then hung on to beat the Twins 10-8 Thursday night behind Bo Bichette's tiebreaking, three-run double.
We're in for a mild weather day in NYC Friday, but a First Alert Weather Day is right around the corner, with rounds of rain on tap for Saturday.
Firefighters said the deadly five-alarm blaze in the Belmont section of the Bronx spread so quickly due to doors being left open.
Lawmakers in New York are pushing for a ferry service from the West Harlem Piers to World Cup games, as transportation to and from the matches comes with a big price tag.
A redevelopment project that is projected to add some $6 billion into Midtown may not happen after all, following a video put out by Mayor Zohran Mamdani last week.
CJ McCollum hit a fadeaway jumper with 12.5 seconds left, leading the Hawks to a 109-108 victory over the Knicks on Thursday and a 2-1 series lead in their first-round playoff series.
Amtrak announced Thursday it is suing Metro-North for allegedly blocking nonrevenue trains on a portion of the busy Northeast Corridor for over two months.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
Colder weather returns to the New York City area this week with sub-freezing temperatures in the suburbs.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
Parts of the New York area could see record high temperatures during a summerlike stretch of weather this week.
Lawmakers in New York are pushing for a ferry service from the West Harlem Piers to World Cup games, as transportation to and from the matches comes with a big price tag.
The team identified Robert Dean Irelan as the man whose body was found in a shallow grave in Salem County, New Jersey, in 1979.
The New York Giants selected Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese with the No. 5 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
The Jets selected Texas Tech defensive end David Bailey with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
A minor earthquake rattled parts of New Jersey just after 2 a.m. Thursday.
We're in for a mild weather day in NYC Friday, but a First Alert Weather Day is right around the corner, with rounds of rain on tap for Saturday.
Sister Francis Piscatella, New York's oldest person, celebrated her 113th birthday and Pope Leo XIV sent a blessing from the Vatican for the occasion.
A father and son were arrested after police said they found chemicals to make explosives at their home on New York's Long Island.
Scientists say New York's coastal waters are experiencing some of the most severe threats on record, and they're not just environmental.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
A redevelopment project that is projected to add some $6 billion into Midtown may not happen after all, following a video put out by Mayor Zohran Mamdani last week.
Dozens of members of the New York State Public Safety Alliance gathered at New York City Hall to push for a 15-foot safety buffer zone around first responders.
The soldier allegedly bet on Nicolás Maduro's removal as president of Venezuela before news of the raid was reported, sources told CBS News.
Republican Rep. Mike Lawler is asking a judge to kick a Democrat off the ballot in the 17th Congressional District, due to alleged fraud.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced thousands of New York City Housing Authority apartments will get upgraded utilities.
Travelers at Newark Airport may have been exposed to an individual with measles, New Jersey health officials warn.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
The 16th Annual Lustgarten Foundation New York City Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research was held Sunday in Battery Park City.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Ticketmaster will be rereleasing tickets for Harry Styles' upcoming concerts in New York City that were originally purchased by scalpers, the company says.
The upcoming fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art includes 25 mannequins based on real bodies.
A previously unreleased song is one of many ways Prince is being honored a decade after his death.
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife Rama Duwaji will not attend this year's Met Gala, sources said.
The Mets survived a ninth-inning bullpen mix-up, then hung on to beat the Twins 10-8 Thursday night behind Bo Bichette's tiebreaking, three-run double.
CJ McCollum hit a fadeaway jumper with 12.5 seconds left, leading the Hawks to a 109-108 victory over the Knicks on Thursday and a 2-1 series lead in their first-round playoff series.
Cam Schlittler limited the team he rooted for growing up to four hits over eight innings, and the New York Yankees rallied twice to beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 on Thursday night for a three-game sweep and a season-high six-game winning streak.
The New York Giants selected Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese with the No. 5 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
The Jets selected Texas Tech defensive end David Bailey with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
An out-of-service escalator at Jamaica Station in Queens is reviving complaints that date back years.
The head of a housing nonprofit in Harlem was arrested after residents complained over delayed repairs.
A 2009 New York City law requiring most roll-down security gates to be at least 70% transparent is set to take effect this summer.
Recurring elevator problems are back and worse than ever at one New York City high-rise, according to tenants.
Students at M.S. 407 transform a barren space into a habitat for bees and butterflies, part of a broader city push to expand pollinator-friendly green spaces.
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.
Firefighters held a news conference Friday morning, detailing their investigation into a massive five-alarm fire that killed two people in the Belmont section of the Bronx.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is hours away from a deadline to veto a controversial bill that would set buffer zones around schools. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Amtrak announced it is suing the Metro-North Railroad for allegedly blocking nonrevenue trains from running on a portion of the busy Northeast Corridor for over two months.
The NYPD is investigating a vandalism spree that happened on Atlantic Avenue near 127th Street in Richmond Hill, Queens
Local politicians and organizations are pushing for a ferry service to run between the West Harlem Piers and Edgewater, New Jersey for the World Cup games. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
