Ukraine snubs Russia, celebrates Christmas on Dec. 25 for first time
Most eastern Christian churches use the Julian calendar, in which Christmas falls on Jan. 7, rather than the Gregorian calendar used in everyday life and by Western churches.
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Most eastern Christian churches use the Julian calendar, in which Christmas falls on Jan. 7, rather than the Gregorian calendar used in everyday life and by Western churches.
A team of doctors from Maimonides Health are headed to Ukraine to train medical students and professionals.
A team of Brooklyn-based doctors from Maimonides Health are headed to Ukraine this weekend to help medical students overseas. As CBS New York's Hannah Kliger reports, the goal is to share life-saving knowledge in the war-torn country. https://cbsloc.al/45ZqNBJ
"The Point with Marcia Kramer" airs every Sunday at 11:30 a.m. on CBS2, right after "Face the Nation." Then turn to CBS News New York at noon for "Exclamation Point," an extended conversation with our guests.
Rep. Gregory Meeks from Queens is the ranking Democrat on the House Foreign Relations Committee. Watch his conversation on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
President Joe Biden offered a message of strength in the fight against terrorists and dictators overseas Thursday night. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Fsa9zL
President Joe Biden addressed the nation Thursday night on the war between Israel and Hamas. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Fsa9zL
President Biden will deliver an address to the nation from the Oval Office on Thursday about the recent Hamas attacks against Israel and the ongoing war in Ukraine, the White House said. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports on what Mr. Biden is expected to say.
Today is Climate Day at the United Nations, as leaders from around the world discuss what their countries are willing to do to commit to cut carbon emissions and tamp down on rising global temperatures.
President Joe Biden made several appearances in New York City as he pushed for continued support for Ukraine in its war with Russia, and Ukraine's president appeared in person at the United Nations for the first time since the war began. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3t4XqzQ
Volodymyr Zubko, who has only been in the U.S. for four days, heard the collision from his bedroom and took action. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.
President Joe Biden and Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, made their cases at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday for continued support for Ukraine in its war against Russia. Michael George reports for CBS New York. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3t4XqzQ
The tech billionaire says he denied an "urgent" request from Ukraine to extend Starlink satellite coverage, to avoid complicity in a "major act of war."
As an apparent power struggle brings claims of an insurrection in Russia, here's what to know about the Wagner Group and its leader Yevgeny Prigozhin.
Russian President Vladimir Putin described Yevgeny Prigozhin as a man who made serious "mistakes" but "achieved the right results."
Lawmakers are reacting to the decision to send cluster bombs to the Ukraine to help the country defend itself against Russia. It's causing a divide on Capitol Hill. Cristian Benavides reports for CBS New York. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3PLSl92
Cluster bombs are controversial weapons banned by more than 100 countries, but not the U.S., Ukraine or Russia.
The Biden administration has decided to provide cluster munitions to Ukraine for the war against Russia, even though the United Nations urges the warring countries to avoid using them.
Putin looked solemn and determined as he emphasized that steps were immediately taken to "neutralize the threat" posed by the head of the Wagner mercenary group.
Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin addressed the country after the revolt that threatened his government. CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
Wagner forces had been moving north toward Moscow, a U.S. official confirmed to CBS News on Saturday.
The governor of Russia's Lipetsk province said Saturday that the Wagner mercenary group has entered the region.
The leader of the private Wagner paramilitary group said he led fighters from Ukraine to Russia and called for an armed rebellion.
The owner of the Wagner private military contractor has escalated his direct challenge to the Kremlin, calling for an armed rebellion aimed at ousting Russia's defense minister.
Evan Gershkovich, 31, was arrested in March and accused by Russia's federal security service of spying for the U.S. government, which he and his employer vehemently deny.
New York City Comptroller Mark Levine was the first to sound the alarm about New York City's massive budget gap.
Two of the most storied programs in men's college basketball, St. John's and Kansas, will battle it out later Sunday.
A fundraiser to save the Mermaid Parade is nearing it's goal. The annual art parade is a summertime staple in Coney Island. This year, however, it's in jeopardy.
A Monday strike deadline is fast approaching as New York University and unionized, non-tenured faculty work to reach an agreement.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
New York City Comptroller Mark Levine was the first to sound the alarm about New York City's massive budget gap.
Two of the most storied programs in men's college basketball, St. John's and Kansas, will battle it out later Sunday.
A fundraiser to save the Mermaid Parade is nearing it's goal. The annual art parade is a summertime staple in Coney Island. This year, however, it's in jeopardy.
A Monday strike deadline is fast approaching as New York University and unionized, non-tenured faculty work to reach an agreement.
The Yorktown, New York, community continues to grieve the loss of 18-year-old Sheridan Gorman.
It may not feel like spring right away, but Friday's weather does deliver a clear shift in the air in New York City.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Two of the most storied programs in men's college basketball, St. John's and Kansas, will battle it out later Sunday.
A New Jersey teen attending yeshiva school in Israel is back home after a journey that took him through three countries, at times on foot.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill accused ICE of ignoring the concerns of Roxbury residents after it bought the vacant warehouse on Route 46.
It may not feel like spring right away, but Friday's weather does deliver a clear shift in the air in New York City.
Last year, electricity rates in New Jersey spiked more than almost any other state, according to a new congressional report.
Two of the most storied programs in men's college basketball, St. John's and Kansas, will battle it out later Sunday.
A Long Island teenager accused of killing his ex-girlfriend in November allegedly plotted to burglarize the victim's home.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
It may not feel like spring right away, but Friday's weather does deliver a clear shift in the air in New York City.
New York City Comptroller Mark Levine was the first to sound the alarm about New York City's massive budget gap.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
The Supreme Court will consider whether states can count mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive after.
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
ABC has canceled its already filmed season of "The Bachelorette" starring Taylor Frankie Paul after video surfaced of a 2023 incident in which she was charged with assault.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Two of the most storied programs in men's college basketball, St. John's and Kansas, will battle it out later Sunday.
The Montreal Canadiens beat the New York Islanders 7-3 on Saturday night.
Charlotte FC beat the New York Red Bulls 6-1 on Saturday night.
The New York Knicks outlasted the Brooklyn Nets 93-92 on Friday night for their fifth consecutive victory.
The Washington Capitals beat the New Jersey Devils 2-1 on Friday night.
A new performing arts venue with a focus on immigrant stories is opening in Upper Manhattan this fall. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley got an exclusive tour of the construction that will give The People's Theatre its first home in more than 15 years.
Members of the Apollo Theater, where Kiki Shepard left her mark for 15 years, reflect on her legacy after the Harlem icon's death at age 74.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
The mayor has a proposed $127 billion spending plan. So what should the mayor spend the money on? CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer spoke with New Yorkers.
CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer spoke with Wylde, former president of the Partnership for New York City, on how discussions of raising taxes on the wealthy impacts the business environment in the Big Apple.
New York City Comptroller Mark Levine and Kathryn Wylde, former president of the Partnership for New York City, discuss the city's financial prospects and business climate with CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer.
The annual art parade is a summetime staple in Coney Island, but this year it's in jeopardy.
Iran launched missiles that hit two communities near Israel's main nuclear research center. Shawna Mizelle reports.