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Gov. Andrew Cuomo has taken the first steps to restore the cultural life of New York City, ordering up hundreds of pop-up concerts featuring a raft of big-name stars that will also be streamed on video.
Since COVID shut down shows and large gatherings, everything from Broadway to regional theaters and even school plays have been impacted.
After decades of shattering stereotypes and breaking ground on the stage and screen, the late Cicely Tyson's greatest legacy may be in the young people she inspired during her career.
It will be a huge boost for the $120 billion-a-year industry, which has been on lockdown for 10 months.
The show, written by Tina Fey and based on the hit movie, opened in Broadway in 2018 and was nominated for nine Tony Awards.
It's not just Broadway. The pandemic's impact on cultural arts extends well beyond New York City and the Tri-State Area.
Reinking was known for her bold style of dance, seen in the revival of "Chicago."
Thousands of people are out of work. Despite their struggles, some costume makers are volunteering to help others.
The creative community has rallied to help Covenant House, a shelter for homeless and troubled young people on 10th Avenue, in Broadway's backyard.
Police say it happened at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday at the 103rd Street southbound B train station.
Although an exact date for various performances to resume has yet to be determined, Broadway producers are now offering refunds and exchanges for tickets purchased for shows through May 30.
Broadway went dark back in March when the coronavirus pandemic forced theaters to close, but on Wednesday performers came back to surprise Times Square.
Cordero spent 95 days in the hospital before losing his battle with COVID-19. The 41-year-old old left behind his wife and the couple's 1-year-old son Elvis.
From Manhattan to Queens, talented actors and actresses have been hitting the streets, bringing New Yorkers new kinds of entertainment.
Theaters have been dark since the spring, but the spotlight is on a new plan that could allow shows to move outdoors.
More and more performers engage audiences at pop-up events, which are not publicized ahead of time.
Broadway shows closed March 12 due to the coronavirus pandemic. The shutdown is expected to last through January 3.
More than 120 volunteers from around the world donated thousands of hours and a whole lot of love to make Let Us Entertain You possible.
A new survey of vacancies along the 244 blocks of Broadway found 335 street-level vacant storefronts, compared to 188 in 2017.
The group says the arts community is a big part of the American economy and without it, the country will struggle to recover.
Sarah Stiles is one of the stars of "Billions" on Showtime and a 2x Tony Award nominee. She talks with us about her new music and Broadway being shut down this year because of COVID-19.
Tony Award Productions announced Friday the American Theatre Wing's 74th Annual Tony Awards will go forward digitally this fall.
The coronavirus pandemic has shuttered Broadway through the end of the year, at least, forcing thousands of young actors to find creative ways to make ends meet.
Tributes are pouring in for Broadway star Nick Cordero, who died after a three-month battle with coronavirus.
His wife, former Broadway dancer Amanda Kloots, is hopeful he will continue to improve but acknowledged Cordero will likely need a double lung transplant.
Nine people died in the crush of the crowd outside a celebrity basketball game at City College on Dec. 28. 1991.
With congestion pricing set to start on Jan. 5, the MTA now says it has the right to hike the prices even more on gridlock alert days.
A vigil was held Thursday in Brooklyn for the woman who was lit on fire and killed on the F train last weekend.
Crews are trying to repair a massive water main break that left thousands in Edison, New Jersey with little or no water pressure.
Bargain hunters are busy amid seasonal discounts and "going out of business" sales by at least two retailing chains.
Nine people died in the crush of the crowd outside a celebrity basketball game at City College on Dec. 28. 1991.
With congestion pricing set to start on Jan. 5, the MTA now says it has the right to hike the prices even more on gridlock alert days.
A vigil was held Thursday in Brooklyn for the woman who was lit on fire and killed on the F train last weekend.
Here's where to bring your Christmas trees for New York City Mulchfest this year.
A very similar setup to Wednesday will be underway, with highs in the mid to upper 30s under mostly sunny skies.
A very similar setup to Wednesday will be underway, with highs in the mid to upper 30s under mostly sunny skies.
The National Weather Service says snow depth in Central Park was 1 inch at 7 a.m. Christmas morning. That's the minimum amount of snow needed to make it officially a White Christmas.
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.
With congestion pricing set to start on Jan. 5, the MTA now says it has the right to hike the prices even more on gridlock alert days.
Crews are trying to repair a massive water main break that left thousands in Edison, New Jersey with little or no water pressure.
A sinkhole on I-80 in Wharton, New Jersey is causing a traffic nightmare after shutting down the highway early Thursday morning.
A very similar setup to Wednesday will be underway, with highs in the mid to upper 30s under mostly sunny skies.
The National Weather Service says snow depth in Central Park was 1 inch at 7 a.m. Christmas morning. That's the minimum amount of snow needed to make it officially a White Christmas.
With congestion pricing set to start on Jan. 5, the MTA now says it has the right to hike the prices even more on gridlock alert days.
A very similar setup to Wednesday will be underway, with highs in the mid to upper 30s under mostly sunny skies.
A Long Island father and son are having a Christmas like no other. They've just moved from a homeless shelter into their own apartment, thanks to Catholic Charities.
The National Weather Service says snow depth in Central Park was 1 inch at 7 a.m. Christmas morning. That's the minimum amount of snow needed to make it officially a White Christmas.
A judge has ordered the bankrupt Harborside in Port Washington back to the negotiating table to address millions owed to residents.
With congestion pricing set to start on Jan. 5, the MTA now says it has the right to hike the prices even more on gridlock alert days.
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.
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.
Mikal Bridges scored a season-high 41 points, and the Knicks overcame 42 from Victor Wembanyama to edge the Spurs 117-114 on Wednesday.
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.
Nine people died in the crush of the crowd outside a celebrity basketball game at City College on Dec. 28. 1991.
Volunteers delivered 14,000 meals to older New Yorkers on Christmas Day.
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.
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."
CBS News New York's Allen Devlin takes us to some of New York City's performances for the African-American holiday.
As loved ones prepare an event in their memory, one of the victim's brothers spoke to CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell about the justice he says never came.
However, Gov. Kathy Hochul says "under no circumstances" will she allow it to happen. The controversial tolling plan begins on Jan. 5. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian has the story.
As CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro reports, they are calling what happened to the victim a systemic problem the city faces.
The Broadway revival of "Gypsy" was canceled again after reports of an illness sweeping through the cast.
