Dozens Converge On Washington Square Park For Memorial To Late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
The death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has touched people around the nation, especially in the city she grew up and studied in.
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The death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has touched people around the nation, especially in the city she grew up and studied in.
Nearby NYU says it is aware of what's happening in the park and, even though it is off-campus, they have sent warnings out to students about non-socially distant gatherings.
Health officials are warning our behavior this Labor Day Weekend could impact how the coronavirus spreads for the coming months.
Community activists say people of Asian descent are being blamed for the spread of the coronavirus.
Police said the men threw red paint-filled balloons at two George Washington statues.
The NYPD is searching for two men seen on video allegedly vandalizing statues at Washington Square Park.
Protesters say police reforms are progress but do not address their top priority.
As the protests for police reform continue in New York City for now a third straight week, the NYPD announced Monday it is getting rid of undercover anti-crime officers.
New York City Councilmember Corey Johnson tells CBS2 elected officials are working on changes.
James Rhodes was arrested Wednesday and charged with felony assault.
Politicians and advocacy groups are trying to get the word out that for the first time in history early voting is a reality in New York state.
A city parks department employee assaulted on the job in Washington Square Park is talking about his terrifying ordeal as police seek his attacker.
The victim, 55, was sitting of the west side of the park at around 7:30 p.m. when the 30-foot branch fell.
In his 1968 speech in Memphis, King called for unity and non-violent protests the night before he was killed.
The city transforms into a holiday wonderland every December, thanks in part to its many magnificent trees!
Police are investigating a shooting incident in Washington Square Park.
While wild and wacky, the event does raise money for homeless children.
Demonstrators gathered in Greenwich Village Thursday evening to stand in solidarity with immigrants.
Hundreds of people attended a rally protesting President Donald Trump's executive orders on immigration in Washington Square Park on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2017.
Madonna held a pop-up concert in Washington Square Park, and urged spectators to get out the vote for Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton, on Monday, Nov. 7, 2016.
While Hillary Clinton held a rally in Philadelphia the night before Election Day, Madonna staged a popup concert in support of Clinton in Washington Square Park.
A suspect fired a shot at a man in Washington Square Park this week, police said.
A stark contrast is observable between several parks run by the City of New York and one that is not.
The department increased foot patrols after receiving several complaints about people openly using heroin in broad daylight in the popular Greenwich Village park.
A cheering and jubilant crowd turned out for U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders at a rally in Washington Square Park Wednesday night.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
Roadways across New Jersey got pelted with heavy bands of snow, sleet and freezing rain, putting state officials on high alert.
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
If not for his brave actions, the baby girl might not be alive.
Drumming, dance and hands-on workshops marked the 18th year the Brooklyn Children's Museum is hosting what leaders call New York City's largest family Kwanzaa festival.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
If not for his brave actions, the baby girl might not be alive.
Drumming, dance and hands-on workshops marked the 18th year the Brooklyn Children's Museum is hosting what leaders call New York City's largest family Kwanzaa festival.
It happened at the corner of Warburton and Ashburton Avenues at around 1:15 p.m.
A major winter storm pummeled the Tri-State Area with snow and ice after New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
A major winter storm pummeled the Tri-State Area with snow and ice after New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
Forecast model data continues to suggest that a general 4–8-inch snowfall is likely with this system.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
Roadways across New Jersey got pelted with heavy bands of snow, sleet and freezing rain, putting state officials on high alert.
A major winter storm pummeled the Tri-State Area with snow and ice after New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
New York City wound up with less snow than anticipated, but still the most in nearly four years.
A major winter storm pummeled the Tri-State Area with snow and ice after New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina blasted CVS for not releasing the surveillance video to police.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
Mamdani's team says the group of 48 includes "people from across fields and communities" and are "New Yorkers whose creativity, leadership and lived experience reflect the full life of the city."
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
A federal judge has given a green light to New York's so-called Green Light Law, rejecting the Trump administration's bid to stop the state from giving people driver's licenses without having them prove they're in the country legally.
A spike in measles cases in Rockland County has New York health officials urging families to get vaccinated.
Researchers on Long Island say they've found physical evidence of PTSD in World Trade Center first responders.
In New York, cases of flu, RSV and COVID have spiked since Thanksgiving.
There are at least 500 sudden and unexpected deaths in the city each year, and in roughly a fifth of those cases, a genetic cause can be detected.
UnitedHealthcare and NewYork-Presbyterian have roughly two weeks to reach an agreement or thousands of Medicare Advantage members could be forced to find care elsewhere.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Comedian and actor Bowen Yang performed his final sketch on "SNL" Saturday night, after announcing his unexpected mid-season exit from the show.
A judge Friday voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
Adam Pelech scored the tiebreaking goal late in the third period, and the New York Islanders beat the New Jersey Devils 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Taylor Raddysh and Alexis Lafreniere scored 68 seconds apart in a five-goal third period for the New York Rangers in a 7-3 win over the Washington Capitals on Tuesday.
Anthony Edwards scored 38 points to help the Minnesota Timberwolves beat former teammate Karl-Anthony Towns for the first time and hold off the New York Knicks 115-104.
Michael Porter Jr. scored 28 points, as the Brooklyn Nets beat the Philadelphia 76ers 114-106.
The Mets jettisoned another core player Monday, trading second baseman Jeff McNeil to the Athletics for minor league right-hander Yordan Rodriguez.
Drumming, dance and hands-on workshops marked the 18th year the Brooklyn Children's Museum is hosting what leaders call New York City's largest family Kwanzaa festival.
Federal funding cuts have left local organizations struggling to meet growing needs, prompting a borough-wide fundraising push to support food access, housing and other essential services.
What began as a middle school project has grown into hundreds of handwritten messages left across New York City, offering encouragement to strangers and revealing how a small gesture can resonate for weeks.
NYC says center-running bus lanes will speed up commutes and improve safety on one of Brooklyn's busiest corridors, but critics aren't so sure.
Nine Brooklyn Football Club partner bars are collecting shelf-stable food and winter coats to benefit 10 local schools.
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.
Ashton Altieri has the Tri-State Area's updated Saturday afternoon First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
Is anything more uniquely New York than a hot, fresh bagel with schmear? See how Zucker's has stood out from the rest while staying authentic to the time-honored process for almost 20 years.
AARP New York volunteers advocate for important issues and lead community events, and there are even some health benefits. Content sponsored by AARP.
Eastern Long Island was one of the hardest hit areas during the winter storm in the Tri-State Area.
The winter weather advisory is over in New Jersey, but Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo Jr. is still warning drivers to take it slow.
