Sen. Chuck Schumer announces resolution for "Tony Bennett Day"
If passed, the legendary singer would be honored on Aug. 3, what would have been his 97th birthday.
If passed, the legendary singer would be honored on Aug. 3, what would have been his 97th birthday.
Standing at Bennett's bench in Central Park, Schumer said Bennett, who was from Queens, was a New Yorker through and through. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Danny Bennett said his father, who had lost much of his memory to Alzheimer's, stayed connected to the songs he cherished until the very end.
Bennett and New York are lovingly and forever entwined.
A music giant has died -- Tony Bennett. A nation is remembering his career, which spanned generations. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3NUpsVG
Legendary crooner Tony Bennett passed away Friday morning at the age of 96. CBS New York's Dave Carlin has more on how Bennett is being remembered in his home city of New York. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3O5fJf8
Friends and fans of Tony Bennett paid tribute to the singer in New York City after his death Friday. CBS New York's Dave Carlin takes a closer look at Bennett's local ties and everlasting impact. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3NUpsVG
In this edition of "A Look Back," Dana Tyler speaks with Tony Bennett as he prepares to give a lecture on painting and having some of his works on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2005.
In this edition of "A Look Back," we remember Tony Bennett as he visited the Leonard da Vinci exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2003. CBS New York's Dana Tyler reports.
The Grammy Award winning singer who graced the stage for generations died at the age of 96.
Bennett won 19 Grammys and recorded 60 studio albums during his seven-decade career – and also helped bring the arts to others.
"I was so sad. I couldn't sleep. I felt dead," she said. "And then I spent a lot of time with Tony. He wanted nothing but my friendship and my voice."
Tony Bennett's joyful and stirring renditions of classic songs made him one of the most popular interpreters of jazz, pop and Broadway standards.
Bennett, 95, just played two shows at Radio City Music Hall with Lady Gaga.
Two music powerhouses are taking over Radio City Music Hall next month.
The family shared the news in an AARP article Monday, saying it's a secret they've kept for more than four years.
The stars are coming out to help raise money to fight the coronavirus pandemic. "Jersey 4 Jersey" will be a special live entertainment event that's taking place next Wednesday.
WCBS Newsradio 880's "A Night of New York Stories" featured touching tales, powerful performances and lots of laughs.
The legendary Bennett will lend his voice in song and stories to "A Night Of New York Stories" as WCBS Newsradio 880 celebrate its 50th anniversary in New York on Aug. 8 at the PlayStation Theater in Manhattan.
The legendary singer will be interviewed by CBS News anchor Anthony Mason, before performing some of his classic hits. Also joining are bandleader Paul Shaffer, award-winning journalist Lesley Stahl, of "60 Minutes," former New York City Police Commissioner Ray Kelly, and from the sports world – Adam Graves, Bobby Valentine and George Martin.
Tony Bennett answered birthday wishes from someone in the crowd as he and Lady Gaga appeared in the lobby of the Empire State Building for his 90th birthday.
Tony Bennett has been entertaining the world with his singing voice for decades -- but now, the esteemed performer is going public with his other artistic passion.
Tony Bennett really belongs in a different category at this year's GRAMMY Awards than the one he's dominated for the past quarter-century.
Bryson Stott's ninth-inning homer, sac fly in 10th led the Phillies to a 5-4 win over the Mets on Monday.
The Hurricanes exploded for four unanswered goals in the third period in a 4-1 win over the Rangers on Monday.
Pro-Israel demonstrators and counter protesters descended on Times Square on Monday night.
There's an intense debate on whether to arm school security after Farmingdale schools became the latest on Long Island to plan to hire armed guards.
If you already have a valid eyeglass prescription, save money by shopping for prescription sunglasses online.
The Hurricanes exploded for four unanswered goals in the third period in a 4-1 win over the Rangers on Monday.
Pro-Israel demonstrators and counter protesters descended on Times Square on Monday night.
There's an intense debate on whether to arm school security after Farmingdale schools became the latest on Long Island to plan to hire armed guards.
There's new momentum behind New York Mets owner Steve Cohen's proposal to build a casino in the area around Citi Field, but it's far from being a done deal.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman and challenger George Latimer continue to trade barbs in heated 16th Congressional District race.
Temperatures around New York and New Jersey will rebound nicely Monday, as highs reach the upper 60s and low 70s.
Mother's Day was mostly a gloomy day in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
Sunday night may offer a chance to see the northern lights in suburban areas of New York City after an "extreme" geomagnetic storm reached Earth on Friday.
It will be cool with rain around the area in the morning. Rain and drizzle will linger during the remainder of the day.
Accompanying cooler temperatures will be multiple chances of rain through Sunday.
The New Jersey Senate joined the Assembly in passing a controversial overhaul to the state's Open Public Records Act.
Human remains found in Galloway Township in June 2021 were identified as Kevin Morris, who was reported missing from New York City in 2011.
Temperatures around New York and New Jersey will rebound nicely Monday, as highs reach the upper 60s and low 70s.
Mother's Day was mostly a gloomy day in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
A new report from New Jersey's Department of Health shows lead levels in children are dropping but not gone.
There's an intense debate on whether to arm school security after Farmingdale schools became the latest on Long Island to plan to hire armed guards.
Mother's Day was mostly a gloomy day in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
A New York Supreme Court judge has struck down Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's executive order banning transgender athletes from playing women's and girl's sports at county-owned facilities.
The U.S. Coast Guard is trying to find the source of a mysterious oily sheen reported on the waters of Long Island Sound.
Sunday night may offer a chance to see the northern lights in suburban areas of New York City after an "extreme" geomagnetic storm reached Earth on Friday.
Pro-Israel demonstrators and counter protesters descended on Times Square on Monday night.
There's new momentum behind New York Mets owner Steve Cohen's proposal to build a casino in the area around Citi Field, but it's far from being a done deal.
On the stand, Michael Cohen told jurors about the decade he spent working for Trump as his self-described "fixer" and attorney.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman and challenger George Latimer continue to trade barbs in heated 16th Congressional District race.
The New Jersey Senate joined the Assembly in passing a controversial overhaul to the state's Open Public Records Act.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
A new report from New Jersey's Department of Health shows lead levels in children are dropping but not gone.
Kyle McMorrow was just 36 years old when he suffered a stroke last year. He woke up with neck pain one day, not realizing what was happening.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
Actor Steve Buscemi appeared to be looking at his phone moments before he was randomly punched in New York City, exclusive video obtained by CBS New York shows.
Steve Buscemi was allegedly punched in the face in Manhattan's Kips Bay neighborhood last week.
A remarkable judge of talent, Corman hired such aspiring filmmakers as Francis Ford Coppola, Ron Howard, James Cameron and Martin Scorsese.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is asking a judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging that he and two other men raped a 17-year-old girl in a New York recording studio in 2003.
UmaSofia Srivastava resigned as Miss Teen USA on Wednesday, just two days after Noelia Voigt stepped down as Miss USA.
Bryson Stott's ninth-inning homer, sac fly in 10th led the Phillies to a 5-4 win over the Mets on Monday.
The Hurricanes exploded for four unanswered goals in the third period in a 4-1 win over the Rangers on Monday.
There's new momentum behind New York Mets owner Steve Cohen's proposal to build a casino in the area around Citi Field, but it's far from being a done deal.
Brandon Nimmo's 2-run home run in the bottom of the ninth lifted the Mets to a 4-3 win over the Braves on Sunday.
The Pacers jumped out to a big first-quarter lead and never looked back in a 121-89 win over the Knicks on Sunday.
The River Garden in West Farms is a place that nurtures home-grown opportunities and curiosity.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
A new piece of legislation passed in the New York State Budget clarifies the distinction between squatters and tenants.
Walks in the park just got a lot brighter thanks to Harlem Sculpture Gardens, the largest outdoor public art exhibit ever in the neighborhood.
Riverdale resident Leo Shliselberg says despite the hardships he's experienced in life, the best medicine is laughter.
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."
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 rally and concert in support of Israel was organized by Zionist Organization of America and The World Values Network. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports.
There's an intense debate on whether to arm school security after Farmingdale schools became the latest on Long Island to plan to hire armed guards. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
About 20% of people have the risk factor that often comes with no symptoms but can be discovered by one simple test. CBS New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Steve Cohen's "Metropolitan Park" proposal would transform 50 acres of asphalt around Citi Field into a sports and entertainment park, including a Hard Rock casino. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
CBS New York's Tony Aiello spoke with two amateur photographers who were dazzled by the celestial show.