Stamford residents want Columbus, Veterans days back as school days off
School board members say eliminating holidays is an effort to reduce the number of days school is held in June.
School board members say eliminating holidays is an effort to reduce the number of days school is held in June.
School board members say eliminating holidays is an effort to reduce the number of days school is held in June. CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports.
Connecticut law requires schools that hold classes on federal holidays to offer "suitable educational programs" that help observe them.
Connecticut law requires schools that hold classes on federal holidays to offer "suitable educational programs" that help observe them.
Navy leaders also acknowledged those currently on active duty stationed all over the world.
On this Veterans Day, our nation paused to thank and honor those who served. CBS New York's Alecia Reid shows us the special ceremony that took place at the Intrepid Museum in Manhattan. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3QwgyPz
One of the veteran's grandsons was shocked to hear about the plaque but overjoyed it wasn't sold or recycled.
A veteran's cemetery plaque was brought back to its rightful place in Yonkers on Saturday. CBS New York's Kristie Keleshian heard from those who found it and the very grateful family of that veteran. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/465g3lj
Veterans Day Parade organizers wanted Fifth Avenue to be the most patriotic street in America on Saturday.
Veterans Day was commemorated aboard the USS Intrepid on Saturday. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3QwgyPz
New Yorkers lined the streets of Fifth Avenue for the annual Veterans Day Parade on Saturday. CBS New York's Christina Fan spoke to service members and their families. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3SEnIDU
Gerry Byrne, a Marine Corps veteran and vice chairman of Penske Media, joined CBS New York to share more about the special coming to Pluto TV on Nov. 19 at 6 p.m.
Richard Jones, executive vice president of general tax council and chief veteran officer for Paramount, is marching with the Paramount Veterans Network and Wounded Warriors Project. Paramount and the Paramount Veterans Network are also title sponsors of the 5th annual Veterans in Entertainment Summit on Nov. 15 and 16. Learn more here
Parade organizers hope to turn Fifth Avenue into the most patriotic street in America on Saturday. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
Young people were front and center saluting those who served our country and protected our freedoms.
Young people were front and center saluting those who served our country and protected our freedoms, CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports.
The Empire State Building is honoring wounded veterans. A ceremonial lighting was held Friday morning at the landmark. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3u2Q5Bq
Saturday, the Empire State Building will be lit red, white, blue and gold in honor of the Wounded Warrior Project.
The NYC Veterans Day Parade is set to march through Manhattan this weekend. Veterans Day is Saturday, Nov. 11, but the federal holiday is being observed Friday.
With Veterans Day falling on a Saturday this year, some banks weren't open on Friday and others will be closed on Saturday in observance of the federal holiday that honors Americans who served in the military.
The ship has a special connection to New York City -- its bow was forged with steel from the World Trade Center.
The ship has a special connection to New York City -- its bow was forged with steel from the World Trade Center. Commanding Officer Capt. Benjamin Oakes speaks with us live from the flight deck.
On Thursday night, a group took part in a two-mile march starting at Pier A, which is home to the 9/11 Memorial.
On Thursday night, a group took part in a two-mile march starting at Pier A, which is home to the 9/11 Memorial. CBS New York's Maurice Dubois reports.
Participants will march through Memorial Park for 5 miles with 22 pounds of gear on their backs.
Former President Donald Trump's defense rested its case at his "hush money" trial, signaling the start of the final chapter of proceedings before the jury begins deliberations.
NYC Mayor Eric Adam's liaison to the Turkish community, Rana Abbasova, is cooperating with the federal investigation into his 2021 campaign.
A woman faces DWI charges after allegedly running two red lights and crashing with a 1-year-old in the car without a car seat Monday in Brownsville, Brooklyn.
The Cheez-In Diner, a Cheez-It pop-up restaurant, will be open for just one week a little roughly two hours away from New York City in Woodstock, N.Y.
Fleet Week 2024 starts Wednesday in NYC with ship tours, free concerts in Times Square and Memorial Day parades around the area.
NYC Mayor Eric Adam's liaison to the Turkish community, Rana Abbasova, is cooperating with the federal investigation into his 2021 campaign.
A woman faces DWI charges after allegedly running two red lights and crashing with a 1-year-old in the car without a car seat Monday in Brownsville, Brooklyn.
The Cheez-In Diner, a Cheez-It pop-up restaurant, will be open for just one week a little roughly two hours away from New York City in Woodstock, N.Y.
Fleet Week 2024 starts Wednesday in NYC with ship tours, free concerts in Times Square and Memorial Day parades around the area.
The NYC housing authority is opening its Section 8 waiting list for the first time in nearly 15 years starting next month.
Despite some lingering clouds, Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend. Highs will reach the low 70s.
Today's weather looks to be the pick of the week, as skies clear and temperatures climb.
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.
Ghada Abukuwaik, a pharmacist from New Jersey, is back home in the U.S. after being stranded at a hospital in Gaza for weeks. She's already planning her next mission.
Power outages were reported in Elizabeth, New Jersey after a train hit overhead wires on Division Street on Monday afternoon.
Despite some lingering clouds, Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend. Highs will reach the low 70s.
Today's weather looks to be the pick of the week, as skies clear and temperatures climb.
A federal judge is considering if lawsuits against NYC congestion pricing should proceed after hours of arguments from people suing to stop the new tolls.
Their return comes after authorities spread out across Manorville, and beyond, in April as part of an evidence search.
Despite some lingering clouds, Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend. Highs will reach the low 70s.
A federal judge is considering if lawsuits against NYC congestion pricing should proceed after hours of arguments from people suing to stop the new tolls.
Eight Cricket World Cup matches will be held at Nassau County's International Cricket Stadium in June 2024.
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.
Former President Donald Trump's defense rested its case at his "hush money" trial, signaling the start of the final chapter of proceedings before the jury begins deliberations.
NYC Mayor Eric Adam's liaison to the Turkish community, Rana Abbasova, is cooperating with the federal investigation into his 2021 campaign.
Robert Costello, a witness called by former President Donald Trump's defense team, was severely admonished by the judge over his behavior on the stand.
Is the issue of abortion offsetting the drag on President Biden stemming from inflation nationally and immigration in a state like Arizona?
GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York excoriated Biden over a paused weapons shipment to Israel in her address to the Knesset.
A new report from Orkin ranks the worst cities for mosquitoes, with New York coming in second and Los Angeles taking the top spot.
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.
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
A six-footer with an ample black mustache, Dabney Coleman made his mark in numerous popular films.
The 2016 footage, which was obtained and published by CNN, appears to show the rap mogul hitting, dragging and kicking the singer known as Cassie.
A 50-year-old man is charged with assault after actor Steve Buscemi was punched in an apparent random attack in New York City.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
The Mariners ended the Yankees' seven-game winning streak with a big inning against Clay Holmes, who blew his second save in 15 chances.
Francisco Lindor, who spent six seasons with the Guardians, went 0 for 4 in his first game at Progressive Field since being traded to the Mets in 2021.
Jalen Brunson suffered a fracture hand in the second half of the Knicks' 130-109 loss to the Pacers on Sunday.
The Mets did not use struggling closer Edwin Diaz in a save situation during Sunday's 7-3 win over the Marlins.
John Berti and Aaron Judge homered in the Yankees' 7-2 win over the White Sox on Sunday.
A community of people are helping a community of bees in Far Rockaway, Queens. They're drawing inspiration from a professional model-turned-beekeeper.
Migrant women from Honduras, Mexico and other countries share their experiences while making the art they enjoy.
Traffic safety advocates in Brooklyn say the redesign of McGuinness Boulevard is inadequate, and they want changes to be implemented.
Maimonides Medical Center in Borough Park neighbors two communities that house a large Asian American population.
A Thai community is thriving along Woodside Avenue in Elmhurst, Queens.
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.
Author Sara Divello discusses the excitement for the upcoming ThrillerFest XIX. The conference is taking place from May 28th to June 1st at the Sheraton Times Square.
CBS New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
Just days away from the unofficial start to summer, the excitement is building in Asbury Park. CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.
Despite previously saying he wanted to testify at trial, the former president did not take the stand. CBS New York's Alice Gainer has the latest from the courthouse.
A 1-year-old is in the hospital with critical injuries after police say a woman was driving while intoxicated and caused a dramatic crash Monday evening in Brooklyn. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.