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For nearly 90 years, the Empire State Building has not only defined the skyline of New York, it has also stood as a symbol of American ingenuity and determination. In honor of the soaring tower’s creators, the nations first Youth Poet Laureate, Amanda Gorman, headed to the observation deck with pianist Jon Batiste. Here is their performance of “The Republic Rising,” an original composition created for "CBS This Morning."
"CBS This Morning" co-hosts Gayle King, Anthony Mason and Tony Dokoupil got to visit parts of the building that most visitors never see
"This is the first time that our visitors get to see New York City on the 80th floor," said Jean-Yves Ghazi, president of the Empire State Building Observatory.
The Empire State Building was once the tallest structure on earth. But eventually, architects and engineers in the U.S. and other countries figured out ways to take construction to even greater heights. Adriana Diaz, Imtiaz Tyab, Ramy Inocencio and Mireya Villarreal report.
As part of our exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the Empire State Building renovations, "CBS This Morning" got to visit parts of the building that most visitors never see. "CBS This Morning" co-hosts Gayle King, Anthony Mason and Tony Dokoupil take you on a journey to uncover its secrets, from dozens of feet underground to way up to the 104th-and-half floor.
Workers just finished a massive $165 million renovation of the Empire State Building. On the newly renovated 80th floor, new kiosks are part of the updated experience for visitors, as they go from one bank of elevators to another. Tony Dokoupil reports.
The New York City Council approved a ban on flavored e-cigarette products Tuesday. All flavors except tobacco and menthol are banned, but the law will likely face legal challenges. CBS New York's Andrea Clines-Thomas reports.
The Thanksgiving Day parade has been a New York City tradition for 59 years. This year, there are concerns about cold weather and high winds in the forecast. Entertainment Tonight's Kevin Frazier and Keltie Knight will be hosting the event on CBS and they joins CBSN with a preview of what to expect.
Join "CBS This Morning" on Wednesday as we unveil the new 80th floor of the Empire State Building and the completion of a four-year renovation to improve the visitor experience. Co-hosts Gayle King, Anthony Mason and Tony Dokoupil give you an exclusive look and a tour that reveals the building secrets. Watch our special broadcast Wednesday, Nov. 27 on CBS.
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg kicked off his presidential campaign in Virginia, and was immediately attacked by his rivals. He's already spending millions on a new ad campaign. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg made his first campaign appearance of the 2020 presidential race in Virginia on Monday, and he is already facing attacks from his Democratic rivals. Scott Detrow, a political correspondent for NPR, and Dan Balz, chief correspondent for the Washington Post, spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" about where the billionaire fits into the race.
Strong winds and gusts threaten to ground SpongeBob, Snoopy and other giant character balloons that feature in the parade
The former New York City mayor has not formally announced that he is running for president, although he has filed the paperwork to do so
The charges are likely to include falsifying prison records
In a rare interview with the BBC, Prince Andrew tried to distance himself from Jeffrey Epstein, who was found dead in a New York City jail in August. But the prince's answers only raised more questions. Mark Phillips reports.
Former New York City Mayor and possible presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg apologized for the stop-and-frisk search policy police enacted during his tenure. Sean Sullivan, a CBSN political contributor and national political reporter for the Washington Post, spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" about why this apology is coming now.
Former New York City Mayor Michael, who is considering joining the 2020 race as a Democrat, apologized Sunday for his prior enforcement of the controversial policy known as "stop-and-frisk." Julia Manchester from The Hill joins CBSN to discuss this and more political news from the week.
"I want you to know I realize that I was wrong and I'm sorry," Bloomberg said, backtracking on one of his key anti-crime initiatives
Heather Hardy and Amanda Serrano, two of the biggest names in women's boxing, have known each other for years. But recently, when they climbed into the ring at the Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City, they weren't thinking about their friendship; they were thinking about combat. Correspondent Kelefa Sanneh talked with exemplars of a sport that still receives much less recognition than men's boxing, and where prizefighting comes without much of a prize.
Prosecutors offered the officers the opportunity to plead guilty to the charges — but the officers declined the offer, the source said
It has been 50 years since "Sesame Street" was created. Bryan Greene, freelance reporter for the Smithsonian Magazine, joins CBSN to discuss the show's roots.
Billionaire and former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has filed for the 2020 Democratic primary in Arkansas. John Harris, editor-in-chief and co-founder of Politico, joins CBSN with the latest on the 2020 race.
President Donald Trump told business leaders in New York on Tuesday that he plans to continue to enact policies that will allow U.S. companies to "compete and win." Watch his remarks at the Economic Club of New York.
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg hasn't officially announced he will run for president in 2020, but his potential candidacy is already drawing a response from Democratic rivals. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about where Bloomberg's campaign would stand if he enters the race.
Laurel Griggs, a child star who performed on Broadway, has died at just 13 years old. Griggs died Tuesday after suffering an asthma attack while with her parents in Manhattan, her family said. CBSN New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts in a case stemming from a "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Nearly a month after a frustrating launch scrub, the Starliner and its two-person crew were cleared for a second attempt to reach orbit.
President Joe Biden urged Hamas to agree on the deal that would release some 100 remaining hostages, along with the bodies of around 30 more, in exchange for an extended cease-fire in Gaza.
CBS News fact checked four misleading claims Trump made about his trial in remarks he made Friday morning.
Protesters erected a new encampment on Columbia University's campus Friday, just as the school's annual alumni reunion weekend was getting underway.
The annual celebration of LGBTQ+ people and culture begins Saturday against a complicated backdrop.
John Demay said that what started as a seemingly innocuous encounter on Instagram quickly turned deadly for his teenage son Jordan.
Police confirm that several people were stabbed in an attack in southwest Germany which reportedly targeted an anti-Islam activist.
With nearly 99% of votes counted, the once-dominant ANC had received just over 40% in the election, well short of the majority it had held since the famed all-race vote of 1994 that ended apartheid.
John Demay said that what started as a seemingly innocuous encounter on Instagram quickly turned deadly for his teenage son Jordan.
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is forecast to have up to 25 named storms, with up to seven turning into major hurricanes.
Nearly a month after a frustrating launch scrub, the Starliner and its two-person crew were cleared for a second attempt to reach orbit.
As the verdict was read, former President Donald Trump's eyes appeared to close, and his head shook slightly, lips pursed and eyes downcast.
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts in a case stemming from a "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Authors complained for years that the organization was predominantly White — causing membership to plummet.
Costco hasn't raised the cost of its popular hot dog and soda combo in nearly 40 years, and it's not about to now, a senior exec says.
FCC calls on Congress for funding to restart program that helped low-income households get high-speed internet service.
Google said it's rolling back its AI-generated search results feature after two weeks. Here's why.
the law would require fossil fuel companies to contribute to a superfund that will be used to help the state adapt to climate change and develop more resilient infrastructure.
As the verdict was read, former President Donald Trump's eyes appeared to close, and his head shook slightly, lips pursed and eyes downcast.
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts in a case stemming from a "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
CBS News fact checked four misleading claims Trump made about his trial in remarks he made Friday morning.
A former top U.S. agricultural official testified that Menendez tried to stop him from disrupting a halal certification monopoly that Egypt awarded to one of his constituents.
The former president often speaks about removing "criminals out of our country." Some countries could keep Trump out of theirs.
Even if someone has gone through a healing process with body image or their relationship with food, these challenges can "last a lifetime," a licensed mental health counselor tells CBS News.
Almost one in five survey responders had lost a family member or close friend to a drug overdose, researchers found.
The U.S. has ordered 4.8 million doses of vaccine to target bird flu in case the outbreak spreads in people.
Details of the FDA's proposal were published Friday ahead of a meeting next week.
The Mediterranean diet has long been regarded as a heart-healthy option, but a new study has found the diet may help reduce risk of death.
The activist targeted Claude Monet's "Poppy Field" painting, affixing a sticker that covered about half of the artwork with an apocalyptic, futuristic vision of the same scene.
The balloon launches are among a recent series of provocations by North Korea.
President Joe Biden urged Hamas to agree on the deal that would release some 100 remaining hostages, along with the bodies of around 30 more, in exchange for an extended cease-fire in Gaza.
With nearly 99% of votes counted, the once-dominant ANC had received just over 40% in the election, well short of the majority it had held since the famed all-race vote of 1994 that ended apartheid.
Robert Pickton was assaulted at Port-Cartier Institution in Quebec, a maximum-security federal institution, by another inmate, authorities said.
West Virginia native Rett Madison started writing songs as a child and performing at summer camps. Her most recent album, "One for Jackie," is an emotional powerhouse about her mother that thrust her into the spotlight. Now, from "One for Jackie," here is Rett Madison with "One for Jackie, One for Crystal."
West Virginia native Rett Madison started writing songs as a child and performing at summer camps. Her most recent album, "One for Jackie," is an emotional powerhouse about her mother that thrust her into the spotlight. Now, from "One for Jackie," here is Rett Madison with "Fortune Teller."
West Virginia native Rett Madison started writing songs as a child and performing at summer camps. Her most recent album, "One for Jackie," is an emotional powerhouse about her mother that thrust her into the spotlight. Now, from "One for Jackie," here is Rett Madison with "Flea Market."
In "The Truman Show," Jim Carrey's character, Truman, learns that his entire life is a lie and that he is the subject of a reality TV show. Before the film even hit theaters, a similar real-life scenario was taking place in Japan: Nasubi, a 22-year-old aspiring comedian, became an unwitting participant on a twisted reality show. A new documentary explores the show and its impact. Michelle Miller reports.
Jennifer Lopez has canceled her upcoming summer tour to spend more time with her "children, family and close friends," Live Nation announced Friday.
All systems are go for a second attempted launch of Boeing's Starliner capsule on Saturday, making its maiden voyage to the International Space Station with two astronauts on board. Manuel Bojorquez reports from the Kennedy Space Center.
ChatGPT developer OpenAI warns that state actors worldwide use generative artificial intelligence to run covert propaganda operations. The company told The Washington Post it found groups in Russia, China, Iran and Israel using its technology to build and launch social media campaigns. Gerrit De Vynck, tech reporter for The Post, joins CBS News to discuss.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Google said it's rolling back its AI-generated search results feature after two weeks. Here's why.
Australia is investigating a potential Ticketmaster data breach affecting over half a billion users. Those behind the attack are said to be offering the data for $500,000 on the dark web. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga brings us the latest details.
A recent study from the University of Washington suggests that rising summer temperatures threaten triploid oysters, specifically bred in the 1970s to be more resilient to harsher environments. Despite that, researchers found that triploids die nearly 2.5 times faster than other oysters when under heat stress. Neil Thompson, geneticist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service, joins CBS News to unpack the findings.
The New Caledonian fern, Tmesipteris oblanceolata, has more than 50 times more DNA packed into the nucleus of its cells than humans do.
Can the climate crisis be won as temperatures soar, oceans rise and air quality deteriorates? Former presidential candidate Tom Steyer thinks it can. The climate investor joins "America Decides" to discuss his new book "Cheaper, Faster, Better: How We'll Win the Climate War."
The spread of an avian flu virus in cattle has again brought public health attention to the potential for a global pandemic. Fighting it would depend, for now, on 1940s technology that makes vaccines from hens' eggs.
Turbulence on flights has been increasing, and climate change could be one of the reasons why. CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson explains how the human-caused phenomenon affects the flight path.
John Demay said that what started as a seemingly innocuous encounter on Instagram quickly turned deadly for his teenage son Jordan.
Robert Pickton was assaulted at Port-Cartier Institution in Quebec, a maximum-security federal institution, by another inmate, authorities said.
Eliseo Imperial Castro, who was wanted by the U.S., was the nephew of Sinaloa cartel co-founder Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada.
Jose Ibarra pleaded not guilty to killing nursing student Laken Hope Riley on Friday in a Georgia court.
A notorious hacking group claims it has stolen names, addresses, phone numbers and partial credit card details from half a billion Ticketmaster customers, putting it up for sale for half a million dollars. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
Nearly a month after a frustrating launch scrub, the Starliner and its two-person crew were cleared for a second attempt to reach orbit.
If you missed the fantastic display of the northern lights in May, you could soon have another chance. In early June, the active solar region responsible for those multi-colored hues in the night sky will be in prime position to generate solar storms impacting us on Earth. Ryan French, solar physicist with the National Solar Observatory, joins CBS News to explain.
Boeing is preparing to launch its crewed Starliner spacecraft on Saturday after having to scrub the plan twice before due to technical difficulties. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood is following the preparations for Boeing's flight.
If the first piloted test flight goes well, NASA hopes to certify the Starliner for regularly scheduled service starting next year.
The galaxy was spotted as astronomers and scientists studied what's known as "Cosmic Dawn."
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
Forrest Fenn hid a treasure somewhere in the Rocky Mountains. Five men died searching for it.
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
In New York, we speak with renowned modern artist Jeff Koons about his latest project, which is raising money for kids in need. Then, we sit down with the late author Caleb Carr prior to the release of his final book. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia announced that he is leaving the Democratic Party, and will register as an Independent. Meanwhile, tributes are pouring in for Marian Robinson, the mother of former first lady Michelle Obama, who died this week at 86. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
West Virginia native Rett Madison started writing songs as a child and performing at summer camps. Her most recent album, "One for Jackie," is an emotional powerhouse about her mother that thrust her into the spotlight. Now, from "One for Jackie," here is Rett Madison with "One for Jackie, One for Crystal."
West Virginia native Rett Madison started writing songs as a child and performing at summer camps. Her most recent album, "One for Jackie," is an emotional powerhouse about her mother that thrust her into the spotlight. Now, from "One for Jackie," here is Rett Madison with "Fortune Teller."
West Virginia native Rett Madison started writing songs as a child and performing at summer camps. Her most recent album, "One for Jackie," is an emotional powerhouse about her mother that thrust her into the spotlight. Now, from "One for Jackie," here is Rett Madison with "Flea Market."