The Point: Battle over control of NYC schools & how Suozzi's win impacts future races
There's a tug-of-war in Albany over the mayor's control of New York City schools. Plus, how Tom Suozzi's win and Taylor Swift could impact the 2024 races.
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There's a tug-of-war in Albany over the mayor's control of New York City schools. Plus, how Tom Suozzi's win and Taylor Swift could impact the 2024 races.
There's nothing Marcia Kramer likes better than talking politics with Dick Brennan. Yes, he's a big-time anchor at CBS New York, but he's also a big-time political junkie. Watch their conversation on "The Point."
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce went out for a night on the town after the 2024 Super Bowl — along with Swift's parents.
Mecole Hardman Jr. delivered the Kansas City Chiefs their second straight championship Sunday night, making the game-winning catch in overtime to give the Chiefs a 25-22 win over the 49ers. Hardman joined CBS News to talk about the catch, the game and the night.
Taylor Swift made it to the 2024 Super Bowl to watch her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, take on the San Francisco 49ers — and celebrate his win.
Betting on the 2024 Super Bowl is projected by industry analysts to be 35% higher than last year, when the previous record was set.
The Super Bowl is being hosted in America's entertainment capital, but the NFL could never have imagined the additional attention being paid to pro football thanks to Taylor Swift. CBS News' Jamie Yuccas takes a look at the "Taylor Effect" and the star's cultural and economic impact on the big game.
Taylor Swift's Eras tour broke records, but the battle to get a ticket broke a lot of Swifties' hearts. Some blame ticket hackers who used bots to try to buy up seats to resell them for big money. National consumer correspondent Ash-har Quraishi explains how Swift's die-hard fans are going after Congress and Ticketmaster to do something about it. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/499AEHd
David Crowe, 33, was arrested three times late last month in front of the pop star's home in Tribeca.
The man accused of stalking Taylor Swift at her New York City home has been found to be mentally unfit to stand trial.
In the wake of Taylor Swift ticketing problems, U.S. lawmakers say they'd support new limits on how much money can be made off ticket resales.
Prosecutors will now review the results and determine whether the case against 33-year-old David Crowe should move forward.
The court will now review the results and determine whether the case against 33-year-old David Crowe should move forward.
James Brown, from CBS Sports, is hosting his record 12th Super Bowl this year. He spoke to CBS New York's Maurice DuBois about the Taylor Swift effect. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3HNARnJ
Taylor Swift is expected to be in Las Vegas this week for Super Bowl LVIII. Danya Bacchus has more on the "Swift Factor" at this year's Big Game. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3HNARnJ
The Kansas City Chiefs' star tight end was asked about several topics, including, of course, girlfriend Taylor Swift. CBS New York's Otis Livingston reports.
"All I want to do is keep being able to do this," Taylor Swift said as she accepted her record-breaking fourth Grammy Award for Album of the Year.
The stars came out in force on Sunday night prior to the big awards show.
The Japanese Embassy is now weighing in on the scheduling scramble to get Taylor Swift to the Super Bowl. You can watch the Big Game on CBS2 and streaming on Paramount+ next Sunday, Feb. 11. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3unzjO3
Angsty fans have speculated for days over how Taylor Swift can perform a concert as part of her Eras Tour in Tokyo, and a day later support boyfriend Travis Kelce at Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas.
Taylor Swift is single-handedly reviving interest in pro football among younger U.S. adults, polling data shows.
Some Taylor Swift-related searches on X are returning error messages after platform pledged last week to "take appropriate actions" against accounts that shared fake images of singer.
Data shows about 12% of domestic violence murder victims have an active restraining order at the time of the crime.
The man arrested multiple times near Taylor Swift's Manhattan home was arraigned on new charges Thursday. Domestic violence activists say the pop star's incident is highlighting vulnerabilities in the system as everyday New Yorkers face their own stalkers and abusers. CBS New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas explains. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3OiN3jJ
According to court documents, he has been spotted near Swift's townhouse dozens of times in the past two months.
Leaders from around the Tri-State Area are encouraging fans to use public transportation to get to and from the World Cup matches.
Police said the 17-year-old suffered a seizure from people punching and kicking him in the head during an argument after the Knicks-Spurs Game 4.
The suspect, Victor Mata Villarreal, was wanted for attempted murder of a police officer after shooting at law enforcement during a vehicle chase earlier this week, officials said.
Early voting in the New York primary election gets started Saturday.
New York City's John F. Kennedy International Airport was partially evacuated Friday morning.
Leaders from around the Tri-State Area are encouraging fans to use public transportation to get to and from the World Cup matches.
Police said the 17-year-old suffered a seizure from people punching and kicking him in the head during an argument after the Knicks-Spurs Game 4.
Early voting in the New York primary election gets started Saturday.
New York City's John F. Kennedy International Airport was partially evacuated Friday morning.
The Teens for Food Justice Hydroponic Farm at the Urban Assembly Maker Academy is a triumph. Rows of fresh vegetables, from cucumbers to kale to basil to arugula, are all grown there, and the kids are responsible for it.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
Thursday and Friday will be First Alert Weather Days in the New York City area, with high temperatures and the chance for strong storms.
The Stamford Fire Department said high winds ripped the 3,000-square-foot flag off the pole atop the WWE building and sent it flying into electrical wires.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
Leaders from around the Tri-State Area are encouraging fans to use public transportation to get to and from the World Cup matches.
Dangerous heat and severe storms are back in the picture for New York City and the surrounding area in Friday's weather forecast.
The first World Cup game at MetLife Stadium is Saturday, and it will be a major test for NJ Transit. Here's what to expect.
With the temperatures rising into the 90s and a dangerous heat index, Newark, New Jersey, is activating a Code Red warning to keep residents and soccer fans attending World Cup festivals safe.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
Dangerous heat and severe storms are back in the picture for New York City and the surrounding area in Friday's weather forecast.
The man accused of driving drunk and killing a Nassau County police officer in January has changed his plea to guilty.
Long Island reporter Jennifer McLogan was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Folio Awards Luncheon.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
A Long Island woman says her efforts to avoid check washing didn't keep her from being robbed, calling the experience "upsetting and disheartening."
Early voting in the New York primary election gets started Saturday.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is reacting to threats from President Trump's border czar about sending more ICE agents to the state.
Multiple floors of the Pentagon were locked down for several hours Thursday morning and hazmat crews were deployed for what authorities had described as a "hazardous materials incident."
A judge has found former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander not guilty in a bench trial over his arrest at the city's immigration court last fall.
The bench trial of former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander over his arrest at the city's immigration court last fall got underway on Wednesday in Manhattan.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
There's no vaccine for the Bourbon virus, nor medicine to treat it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Marie Francillion was diagnosed with lung cancer after she was feeling heartburn and shoulder pain. She said she's able to remain hopeful and spend more time with her family because of a different type of treatment.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
The Broadway revival of the musical (nominated for 11 Tony Awards) depicts drama, joy and heartbreak in the pursuit of the American Dream at the turn of the 20th century, with parallels to the contemporary world, from issues of race to the immigrant experience.
Madonna performed a surprise concert in Times Square weeks before the release of her "Confessions II" album.
Knicks superfan Spike Lee stopped by CBS Mornings to give his thoughts as the Knicks get set to play in the NBA Finals, and he offered his prediction, too.
Leaders from around the Tri-State Area are encouraging fans to use public transportation to get to and from the World Cup matches.
The first World Cup game at MetLife Stadium is Saturday, and it will be a major test for NJ Transit. Here's what to expect.
Juan Soto hit a go-ahead homer in the seventh inning and the New York Mets earned a 5-4 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday.
The NYPD said "reckless and dangerous" fan behavior before and after the game between the Knicks and Spurs justified stepped-up security around the Garden.
A video shared online shows at least one egg tossed in the direction of the San Antonio Spurs superstar as he entered his hotel following the loss to the Knicks.
A years-long battle is intensifying over the future of an old rail line in Queens that was abandoned after a fire over 50 years ago.
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
Jasir Gipson was shot by a stray bullet at 5 years old while walking with his mother. More than a decade later, he's graduating from high school with nothing but a smile.
Garbage piling up near freight train tracks is frustrating many Maspeth residents.
Residents and elected officials are urging the MTA to reopen the Long Island Rail Road's former Elmhurst station, arguing that the neighborhood has outgrown its current transit options.
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.
Mary Calvi talked to Saraciea J. Fennell, founder of The Bronx is Reading about the 9th Annual Bronx Book Festival. More than 35 authors, including New York Times Bestselling authors S.A. Cosby, Kennedy Ryan, and Tiffany D. Jackson, will appear at the festival on Saturday, June 20, 2026
A Brooklyn apparel studio teamed up with Mayor Zohran Mamdani to create affordable jerseys for World Cup fans.
John Elliot has the Tri-State Area's updated Friday afternoon First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
At around 7:45 a.m., a woman told an airline worker at a check-in counter she had a bomb in her bag, Port Authority Police said.
Police say the man was stabbed after a fight in the park.
