
NYC leaders mulling how to tell whole story on statues of historical figures
They are mulling what to do with Christopher Columbus and Thomas Jefferson statues, among others.
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They are mulling what to do with Christopher Columbus and Thomas Jefferson statues, among others.
Leaders are mulling what to do with Christopher Columbus, George Washington, and Thomas Jefferson statues, among others. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
The statue was donated to the city in 1834. It was commissioned by a U.S. Navy commodore to honor Jefferson's commitment to religious freedom.
An 1833 statue of Thomas Jefferson will be booted from New York's City Hall and sent on long-term loan to the New York Historical Society.
For 20 years there's been an effort to get it removed, an effort led by Assemblymen Charles Barron and his wife, Councilwoman Inez Barron.
Members of the council's Black, Latino and Asian caucus who have championed the move say it will be "great to see him gone."
The resolution states the school "bears the name of an enslaver committed to upholding the institution of slavery."
Practical travel guide to one of the jewels of the National Parks System, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
It was at Argosy Books and Gallery that the worlds of Thomas Jefferson and Hurricane Sandy collided.
In Sagaponack, the new owners of a whopping $44 million mansion have asked the village board for permission to tear the 6,165-square-foot home down and start all over again.
The right-hander pitched into the eighth inning of the Mets' 4-3 win in the doubleheader opener.
It includes a ban on openly carrying firearms in public, which Lamont said will make a difference in public safety.
The clean-up is underway after Friday's heavy rain caused flooding in homes and a landside impacting a pizzeria.
Officials said the increase is needed because gas consumption fell below state projections.
Con Edison needs to make necessary repairs, which could mean the facility may not reopen for several days.
The clean-up is underway after Friday's heavy rain caused flooding in homes and a landside impacting a pizzeria.
Con Edison needs to make necessary repairs, which could mean the facility may not reopen for several days.
The explosion in Kiamesha Lake may have been caused by a propane leak, police said.
Wraparound showers will continue into Saturday afternoon, especially across Long Island, but the worst is behind us.
Trains are now running with normal weekend service, Hochul said as she thanked crews for their hard work to restore the lines.
It includes a ban on openly carrying firearms in public, which Lamont said will make a difference in public safety.
Wraparound showers will continue into Saturday afternoon, especially across Long Island, but the worst is behind us.
We're on Red Alert today for rain, which could be heavy at times, and the likelihood of scattered flooding/flash flooding.
We're tracking heavy rain Friday due to the remnants of Ophelia.
A government shutdown will affect airports, critical federal aid payments to parents and children, and the ability of officials to get work permits for asylum seekers.
Officials said the increase is needed because gas consumption fell below state projections.
Wraparound showers will continue into Saturday afternoon, especially across Long Island, but the worst is behind us.
Parts of the Garden State are under water as Ophelia's remnants flood streets and sidewalks around the area.
We're on Red Alert today for rain, which could be heavy at times, and the likelihood of scattered flooding/flash flooding.
We're tracking heavy rain Friday due to the remnants of Ophelia.
Wraparound showers will continue into Saturday afternoon, especially across Long Island, but the worst is behind us.
Flooding on Long Island wasn't widespread on Friday, but people in some low-lying areas were impacted.
We're tracking heavy rain Friday due to the remnants of Ophelia.
A government shutdown will affect airports, critical federal aid payments to parents and children, and the ability of officials to get work permits for asylum seekers.
A funeral was held Thursday in Massapequa Park for beloved band director Gina Pellettiere, who was killed last Thursday when their school bus overturned headed to band camp in Pennsylvania.
It includes a ban on openly carrying firearms in public, which Lamont said will make a difference in public safety.
Bowman's office said he did not "realize he would trigger a building alarm as he was rushing to make an urgent vote."
Hours before a midnight deadline, the Senate passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days. The bill will go to the president for his signature.
Some lawmakers and business owners say the city did not do enough to warn people about Friday's deluge.
Mayor Adams said Chancellor Banks made the right call in keeping the classrooms open on Friday.
The DEA estimates they seized about 1 million lethal doses of fentanyl worth about $1.5 million in a recent drug bust in the Bronx.
Some hospitals in New Jersey are reinstating a mask mandate as COVID cases rise.
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
O'Connor, the chief of colorectal surgery at Mercy Hospital on Long Island and a mother of one, comes from a law enforcement family and says service is in her blood.
Starting Monday, anyone can go to COVIDtests.gov to order up to four free at-home COVID tests per household.
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
The once-iconic DVD-by-mail service obliterated Blockbuster video stores and provided a springboard into video streaming that's transformed entertainment.
City officials said they closed the movie theater at the Newport Centre mall after rats were reportedly spotted getting in through several openings.
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
The right-hander pitched into the eighth inning of the Mets' 4-3 win in the doubleheader opener.
The veteran lefty allowed eight earned runs and didn't record an out in Friday's 12-5 loss.
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
The Miami Marlins were foiled by the weather in New York City once again.
Chris Bassitt reached 200 innings for the first time, Brandon Belt hit a three-run homer and the Blue Jays moved one step closer to a wild-card berth by beating the Yankees 6-0 on Thursday night.
The dentists believe New York City isn't taking the time to properly investigate their recent recurring flood problem.
Teens seeking asylum have found a new home environment at the High School for Excellence and Innovation.
Studies show students tend to perform better academically with a certified librarian in school.
Twenty sustainable playgrounds will be built across the five boroughs by 2027, each unique to its neighborhood.
Residents say Ms. Lonnie is following in the footsteps of Ms. Fox, a legendary Bronx native who worked her whole life to better the community.
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
The Grammy Award winning singer who graced the stage for generations died at the age of 96.
A suspect has been charged in connection with a long-unsolved string of killings known as the Gilgo Beach murders.
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock has your extended forecast.
Officials said the increase is needed because gas consumption fell below state projections. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
They include a ban on openly carrying firearms in public. Gov. Ned Lamont said the new laws will make a difference in public safety. CBS New York Jessica Moore reports.
State police said they are still investigating to see what happened, but right now they say it appears a propane leak caused the explosion. CBS New York's Christine Sloan reports.
A spokesman said the congressman said he did not realize he would trigger a building alarm, adding, "The Congressman regrets any confusion." CBS New York Jessica Moore reports.