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When visiting a doctor, we all want to be treated by an expert, but also someone who is compassionate and understands the community they serve. As CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis explains, that's the mission behind a new course at Albert Einstein College of Medicine that all its aspiring doctors must take.
Families in Morningside Heights are rallying to save the nursery school inside the historic Riverside Church of New York. The church announced this week it would close the Weekday School, which has served neighborhood children since 1930, next summer. CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
They have been helping Santa Claus transport toys to kids with special needs for more than a decade. But as CBS News New York's John Dias explains, it's one detective's last sleigh ride.
A 15-year-old girl is said to have pulled the trigger and later died by suicide, and a second grader is the one who called the police for help. Charlie DeMar has the latest.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill Saturday designed to protect students and teachers in New York public schools from extreme heat.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill Saturday designed to protect students and teachers in New York schools from extreme heat.
Private school parents in New York City are upset over a lack of public school special education services.
Each year, parents work with schools to put special ed plans in place for kids with disabilities. But this year, many of those plans were never implemented. Parents are now being told they can change that, but it will come at a cost. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
A new law that requires solar panels to be installed at New York City public buildings, including schools, is now in effect.
The morning bell at an elementary school in White Plains is going to ring a bit later next year. Currently, Church Street Elementary School starts at 8:15 a.m., but next year, it will move to 8:40 a.m. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado spoke to parents who aren't happy with the time change.
Upset parents made their voices heard in Mount Vernon on Friday after learning several schools may need to close because of a drop in enrollment.
There's a second chance for parents and students at private schools in New York City to receive special education services, but with a catch.
Mount Vernon school district officials are considering closing several schools next year as enrollment drops.
Public schools in Mount Vernon are facing a very difficult future. Enrollment is dropping, and with money tight, district leaders say it's time to close several school buildings. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado spoke to that mom and the Department of Education about the incident.
More than 400,000 public school students identify as Latinx, according to United Way New York City. But education leaders and parents say stories and contributions from Latinx communities are absent from classrooms. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
This weekend, nearly 200 kids in New York City's shelter system received brand new winter gear. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian shows us how the donations are keeping them warm as the temperatures start to drop.
An inspirational initiative fostering future educators on Long Island is getting praise. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan introduces us to middle and high schoolers in Baldwin who became elementary school teachers for the day.
The lawsuit focuses on several Fordham priests. The alleged victims were not college students, but minors living in the Bronx. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
A plan to regionalize some New York public school services has set off alarm bells among Long Island parents and educators.
A new course at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx aims to help medical students understand the community they serve.
People living in one Harlem apartment building say they are freezing as they await a new boiler system.
The MTA says much of the revenue it expects to get from congestion pricing will go towards solving subway station accessibility issues.
A holiday tradition continues Tuesday night as thousands are expected to attend Christmas Eve mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral in Midtown.
A judge has ordered the bankrupt Harborside in Port Washington back to the negotiating table to address millions owed to residents.
Some light snow is moving through NYC and the surrounding New York and New Jersey area today, just in time for Christmas Eve.
New York City congestion pricing cleared late legal challenges in Manhattan and Rockland County, keeping it on track to start Jan. 5, 2025.
NYC is facing the coldest weather in a while, and New York and New Jersey could be in for a White Christmas with snow on the way.
Don't let the sunny skies fool you as dangerously cold weather settles into New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Expect jam-packed airports and highways in the New York City area as the holiday travel season kicks into high gear.
Festivities begin before Christmas Day as families celebrate the Feast of the Seven Fishes.
Some light snow is moving through NYC and the surrounding New York and New Jersey area today, just in time for Christmas Eve.
Some residents in Central New Jersey say their water still has an odd taste and odor, forcing them to drink bottled water this holiday season.
Issues continued on the rails on Monday as Amtrak riders tried to get to their holiday destinations.
The sole winner of a $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot has begun the process of collecting the prize, the New Jersey Lottery said Monday.
A judge has ordered the bankrupt Harborside in Port Washington back to the negotiating table to address millions owed to residents.
New York City congestion pricing cleared late legal challenges in Manhattan and Rockland County, keeping it on track to start Jan. 5, 2025.
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program past 2027 was excluded from the federal budget on Friday as Congress scrambled to avert a government shutdown.
Don't let the sunny skies fool you as dangerously cold weather settles into New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Expect jam-packed airports and highways in the New York City area as the holiday travel season kicks into high gear.
Former President Bill Clinton remains in "good spirits," a spokesman said.
New York City congestion pricing cleared late legal challenges in Manhattan and Rockland County, keeping it on track to start Jan. 5, 2025.
President Biden is granting clemency to 37 of the 40 federal inmates facing death sentences. Their sentences will be commuted to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
A report by the House Ethics Committee found former Rep. Matt Gaetz paid multiple women, including a 17-year-old girl, for sex.
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program past 2027 was excluded from the federal budget on Friday as Congress scrambled to avert a government shutdown.
A new course at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx aims to help medical students understand the community they serve.
A woman who lost her jaw after being caught in a crossfire in Ukraine can smile again thanks to transformative surgery in New York.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
New York Congressman-elect George Latimer expects "major pushback" to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s potential vaccine policy if he heads Donald Trump's Health and Human Services Department.
A breakthrough treatment is making a huge difference for stroke survivors, improving hand and arm function, and their quality of life.
Just shy of his 70th birthday, Denzel Washington has a new line to add to an already impressive résumé.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was back in federal court in Lower Manhattan on Wednesday for a pretrial hearing.
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
Rasmus Dahlin had four assists and the Sabres stopped a 13-game slide by routing the Islanders 7-1 on Monday night.
Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby combined for 62 points in the Knicks' fourth straight win, 139-125 over the Raptors on Monday night.
Bam Adebayo scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and the Heat snapped a three-game skid with a 110-95 win over the Nets on Monday night.
The Devils pounded the Rangers 5-0 on Monday, sending New York to its 13th loss in its last 17 games.
Pitcher Sean Manaea is set to return to the New York Mets on a 3-year, $75 million contract, a person familiar with the deal says.
People living in one Harlem apartment building say they are freezing as they await a new boiler system.
Local residents are at odds with the Forest Hills Stadium concert venue over what they say is excessive noise.
Clients of the Emma L. Bowen Center's Rainbow Clubhouse and substance abuse recovery programs participated in a photography project to share positive perspectives.
As Hanukkah approaches, the Brooklyn organization is in a race against time to deliver gifts to children battling illnesses.
Mets owner Steve Cohen's Metropolitan Park casino complex proposal has picked up steam after gaining the Queens borough president's approval.
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.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
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."
Earlier this month, Santa and Mrs. Claus made a stop at White Plains Hospital's NICU.
Festivities are beginning before Christmas Day as families celebrate the Feast of the Seven Fishes. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports.
The Broadway musical "Elf" is breaking box office records at the Marquis Theatre.
When visiting a doctor, we all want to be treated by an expert, but also someone who is compassionate and understands the community they serve. As CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis explains, that's the mission behind a new course at Albert Einstein College of Medicine that all its aspiring doctors must take.
Some residents in one Harlem apartment building say they're spending the holidays without heat at home. They called CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell for help, and she got answers from the building manager and the city.
