The history of the Brooklyn Bridge: "An iconic piece of New York City and beyond"

When it was completed in 1883, it was hailed as an engineering marvel and called the eighth Wonder of the World.

• Nov 27, 2021

Episode 3

A tough prosecutor fights to convict an alleged arsonist and get justice for a family destroyed by a deadly fire, and a high-tech art heist sting is on the brink of falling apart.

• Jun 11, 2013

“On Being a Black Photographer” photo essay

Brooklyn-based photographer Andre D. Wagner reflects on the current moment in America in this original essay, "On Being a Black Photographer."

• Jul 24, 2020

Inside NYC hospital treating virus patients

David Begnaud goes inside the Brooklyn Hospital Center, where doctors told him it's not just older patients who are in critical condition because of the coronavirus. He also speaks with a nurse, who described the situation as "something out of the Twilight Zone."

• Apr 6, 2020

Restaurant combines Jewish and Japanese food

One couple is putting a unique spin on Jewish and Japanese food. For years, the Brooklyn, New York, eatery Shalom Japan has been serving up a fusion of the two cuisines. CBSN anchor Vladimir Duthiers sat down with the pair to discuss their passion for their cultures.

• Oct 18, 2021

R. Kelly guilty of sex trafficking, racketeering

After decades of allegations including sexual assault, child pornography and kidnapping, R&B singer R. Kelly has been found guilty of one count racketeering and eight counts sex trafficking. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan reports on the high-profile case. Then, former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney Vinoo Varghese joins CBSN's Ed O'Keefe to analyze how the case concluded and discuss what comes next.

• Sep 27, 2021

R. Kelly guilty on all counts in sex trafficking case

R&B singer R. Kelly was found guilty on all counts after 11 accusers testified. Jericka Duncan has the latest.

• Sep 27, 2021

Michael K. Williams died of accidental overdose, medical examiner says

Michael K. Williams was found dead at his Brooklyn home earlier this month.

• Sep 25, 2021

Formed in 1999 in a Brooklyn loft, The National is nominated for Best Alternative Album of the Year at this year’s Grammy Awards for its album “Trouble Will Find Me"

Formed in 1999 in a Brooklyn loft, The National is nominated for Best Alternative Album of the Year at this year’s Grammy Awards for its album “Trouble Will Find Me.” Anthony Mason sat down with the Brooklyn-based band to discuss its slow rise to fame.

• Jan 25, 2014

Stelling is a Brooklyn based singer-songwriter, making his national television debut

Stelling is a Brooklyn based singer-songwriter, making his national television debut. He performs "Hard Work" on Saturday Sessions.

• Jun 13, 2015

The Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, New York, opened in September 1929, just over a month before the stock market crash that led to the Great Depression

The Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, New York, opened in September 1929, just over a month before the stock market crash that led to the Great Depression. The movie palace survived until 1977 then lay dormant for nearly four decades. Now, after a massive renovation, the theater has been restored to its former glory and is once again a crown jewel. Anthony Mason reports.

• Feb 13, 2016

Chris Thile performs music by Bach

In a special “Saturday Sessions” practicing social distancing, McArthur Genius Grant and Grammy Award-winner Chris Thile performs from The Bridge Studio in Brooklyn, New York. Thile has appeared on “CBS This Morning: Saturday” six times, including with his bands Nickel Creek and Punch Brothers. Today, he performs a composition by Bach.

• Mar 21, 2020

Photo pop-up brings visual storytelling to NYC

A unique annual photography festival called "Photoville" has been entertaining people for the last nine years. It features a pop-up city of images featuring a diverse array of works by photographers, ranging from professional to amateur and famous to unknown. Jamie Wax got a look at the festival in Brooklyn last year.

• Oct 10, 2020

MTV Video Music Awards: Top winners and moments

Lil Nas X took home the biggest award of the night. Justin Bieber and Olivia Rodrigo also won in top categories during the ceremony hosted by Doja Cat at the Barclay's Center in Brooklyn. Read more here. (Disclosure: MTV is a division of ViacomCBS)

• Sep 12, 2021

"The Wire" actor Michael K. Williams dies at 54

Michael K. Williams, the actor best known for his role in the HBO series "The Wire" and "Boardwalk Empire," was found dead in his New York City home. He was 54.

• Sep 6, 2021

Prosecutor calls R. Kelly a "predator" as racketeering trial begins

The first of the disgraced R&B singer's accusers testified against him Wednesday following opening statements in the high-profile trial.

• Aug 18, 2021

R. Kelly accuser on singer's federal criminal trial

Singer R. Kelly's trial on federal racketeering charges begins Monday in Brooklyn with jury selection. Asante McGee lived with the singer in 2016 and alleges she and other women there experienced severe abuse. She joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss her hopes for the trial.

• Aug 9, 2021

Red Notice for Murder

A Brooklyn woman turns to a New York private eye for help tracking down a Russian beauty she believes robbed and killed her mother. Can they find her? "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant investigates.

• Oct 21, 2017

How Coney Island became the people's playground

Amusement park rides and sideshows, hot dogs, and mermaid parades: Coney Island, a tiny stretch of beachfront in Brooklyn, has left an indelible mark on the world's popular imagination for nearly 150 years. Correspondent David Pogue rides a rollercoaster of history in exploring the allure of the New York seaside resort.

• Jul 25, 2021

How Coney Island became the people's playground

Amusement park rides and sideshows, hot dogs, and mermaid parades: How a tiny stretch of beachfront in Brooklyn has continued to leave an indelible mark on the world's popular imagination for nearly 150 years.

• Jul 25, 2021

Training refugees in the culinary arts

The Brooklyn restaurant Emma's Torch is a staunch advocate for empowering asylum-seekers through education, by training them for jobs in the food service industry. Correspondent Nancy Giles talks with Emma's Torch founder Kerry Brodie, and with graduates of her program who are finding their path to the American Dream.

• Jul 4, 2021

An All-American pie

"Sunday Morning" dishes up a slice of Americana: pie, as sweet and diverse as these 50 United States. Contributor Kelefa Sanneh talks with Stacey Mei Yan Fong (whose "50 Pies/50 States" project has created edible tributes to the nation), and with Sarah Sanneh (proprietor of the Brooklyn restaurant Pies 'n' Thighs) about the perfect pie for the Fourth of July.

• Jul 4, 2021

NYPD investigating vandalism of George Floyd statue as hate crime

"To the group of neo-Nazis who did this, I want to be absolutely clear: get the hell out of our state," Governor Cuomo said.

• Jun 25, 2021

"In the Heights" star Anthony Ramos

The actor and singer who was featured in the original cast of Lin-Manuel Miranda's smash hit, "Hamilton," now stars in the film version of Miranda's first Tony Award-winning musical, "In the Heights." Anthony Ramos talks with correspondent Kelefa Sanneh about life in Brooklyn before "Hamilton," Latino representation in musical theater, and the joys and distractions of filming in New York's Washington Heights.

• Jun 13, 2021

NYC mayoral candidates on Eric Adams report

Five of the leading Democratic candidates in the New York City mayoral race met for the third debate Thursday night. Frontrunner Eric Adams had said earlier this week that he wouldn't participate, but reversed course, despite a recent report that raised questions about where he lived. "This is silly. I live in Bed-Stuy, I am a Brooklynite," Adams said in response to the report. Watch their remarks.

• Jun 10, 2021

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