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Here are some ways parents can encourage their kids to form healthy habits and make brushing their teeth more fun.
As families prepare for the new school year, talking about online safety should be on the top of the list.
SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick Star are hosting the 2024 Kids' Choice Awards on Nickelodeon and Paramount+ this Saturday. Taylor Swift is the most nominated artist in the jam-packed awards, which feature a whopping 33 categories that span music, film, TV, sports, animation, social media and video games. Paul Medford, executive producer of the show, joins CBS News with a preview.
"If it has to do with young girls in New York City, then it's not political," said Meridith Maskara, CEO of the Girl Scouts of Greater New York.
We're highlighting a children's book that's sure to get your kids laughing. Hear from its author, Bess Kalb.
Socializing and establishing friend groups is a major part of adolescence, but disagreements and break-ups are bound to happen.
We hear from an expert who says boys often suffer in silence and shares advice for how parents can help.
Now is the time to start planning if you want to send your child to summer camp, and it's also coming to the tail end of hiring season for teenagers who might want to work.
The forced isolation prompted increased feelings of despair and hopelessness. So how do we check in and support them four years later?
January is National Mentoring Month, and while programs like this have become more widespread, a new report shows Gen Z is less likely to report having a successful mentorship compared to millennials.
How does peer pressure show up, and how can you help your child deal? We ask an expert for her advice.
Listening can help boost your connection with your teen, so we hear from an expert for some advice.
In case Santa needs some help, we have a look at some top stocking stuffers for kids.
Nearly one in three U.S. teenagers experiences anxiety that interferes with their daily functioning.
Meta wants children and teens on Facebook and Instagram as long as possible so it can collect and sell their personal data, state prosecutors allege.
Monday is World Children's Day, and we're introducing a girl named Derin who recently got a behind-the-scenes tour of CBS New York.
U.S. health officials are warning doctors to be on the lookout for possible cases of lead poisoning in children.
Hospitals are bracing for a surge in RSV cases, as part of the so-called "tripledemic" predicted to hit our area this fall. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York for the latest on the respiratory virus.
Teenagers across the country will perform a series of plays tonight dealing with gun violence.
The sights and sounds of trick-or-treating can be so much fun, but they can also be overwhelming for kids with autism. The Center for Autism at Caldwell University has some tips for all of us to make the most of the holiday.
As the ghosts and goblins take over the streets, parents should beware of more than just scary costumes. CBS New York's John Dias has the story.
As the war in Israel continues to unfold, we've all been exposed to countless images of conflict and devastation. These can be particularly distressing for young children. We spoke with Dr. Robin Goodman, a licensed clinical psychologist, about what parents and schools can do to help.
The charter school system that got its start in Harlem is setting a new standard for mental healthcare on campuses everywhere. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell has the story.
If you're having trouble communicating with your children, especially teenagers, Dr. Liz is here to help. She's the author of "You Are Not A Bad Parent," a book about reducing conflict and connecting with your teenagers.
September is National Deaf Awareness Month, and to mark its importance we want to provide an update to a story we first brought you last year on CBS2 News at 9 a.m.
A festive crowd showed up to say farewell to the Christmas tree that's headed to Rockefeller Center.
Incumbent Rep. Marc Molinaro and Josh Riley are facing off for New York's 19th Congressional District.
A shooting on the Upper West Side is impacting subway service on the A/B/C/D/E lines in New York City.
A National Grid crew struck a water line in Ozone Park, Queens, making a total mess of the street, the DEP says.
President Biden is addressing the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
Incumbent Rep. Marc Molinaro and Josh Riley are facing off for New York's 19th Congressional District.
A shooting on the Upper West Side is impacting subway service on the A/B/C/D/E lines in New York City.
A National Grid crew struck a water line in Ozone Park, Queens, making a total mess of the street, the DEP says.
Brooklyn rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine is one step closer to being released from jail after making a deal with federal prosecutors.
Influencer Matthew Choi has been banned from the New York City Marathon after running the 2024 race with a camera crew in tow.
Connecticut election results show Vice President Kamala Harris won the state, and Sen. Chris Murphy was reelected, CBS News projects.
This Election Day is expected to be one of our warmest ever on record for New York City and the surrounding area.
Here's how to find your polling location for Election Day 2024 in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Here's when polls opened and closed Tuesday for Election Day 2024 in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
A warming trend starts Monday around the NYC area, with record-breaking temperatures expected later this week.
Two New Jersey Democrats made history on Tuesday, but vote margins in the state are reasons for some concern.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service says a wildfire is burning near South Stump Tavern Road in Jackson Township.
As part of our #BetterTogether initiative, we are partnering for the third year with the Community Food Bank of New Jersey to help feed families this holiday season.
New Jersey election results show Vice President Kamala Harris won the state, and Rep. Andy Kim won former Sen. Bob Menendez's seat, CBS News projects.
Tom Kean Jr. won his reelection bid against challenger Sue Altman in New Jersey's 7th congressional district, CBS News projects.
New York State Police say they are now conducting two investigations into Long Island State Trooper Thomas Mascia, who claimed he was shot in the leg while on the job last week.
New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has won her bid for reelection against Republican challenger Mike Sapraicone, CBS News projects.
Democrat Laura Gillen has declared victory over Anthony D'Esposito in New York's 4th Congressional District. CBS News has not projected a winner.
Rep. Nick LaLota has fended off challenger John Avlon in New York's Congressional District 1 race, CBS News projects.
The FBI's New York division and New York law enforcement say they're prioritizing election security ahead of Election Day.
Incumbent Rep. Marc Molinaro and Josh Riley are facing off for New York's 19th Congressional District.
President Biden is addressing the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
A Republican hold on the lower Hudson Valley may help the retain control of the House of Representatives.
Two New Jersey Democrats made history on Tuesday, but vote margins in the state are reasons for some concern.
With Donald Trump projected the winner of the 2024 presidential election, N.Y. Attorney General Letitia James and other leaders are reacting.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Decision to cut topping comes as officials work to confirm source of E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced a $150 million investment in a new state-of-the-art cell and gene therapy hub to be built on Long Island.
Dozens of New York and New Jersey schools are impacted by a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria.
The worst rates of the infection known as "walking pneumonia" or "white lung pneumonia" are in young children ages 2 to 4 years old.
Brooklyn rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine is one step closer to being released from jail after making a deal with federal prosecutors.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has been arrested in New York City for alleged violations of the conditions of supervised release that were set when he was sentenced several years ago to two years in prison in a racketeering case.
Teri Garr rose from being a background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star in such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie."
Timothée Chalamet surprised the crowd at his own look-alike contest at Washington Square Park in Manhattan.
The Atlanta Hawks rallied late to beat the New York Knicks on Wednesday night.
Bo Horvat scored the only goal in a shootout and the New York Islanders rallied past the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday night.
The Steelers have traded for a wide receiver from the Jets and an edge rusher from the Packers before the NFL's trade deadline.
Jake Allen made 31 saves, helping the Devils close their road trip with a 3-0 victory over the Oilers on Monday.
Alperen Sengun had 25 points and 14 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets held on for a 109-97 win over the New York Knicks on Monday night.
A Bronx resident says illegally parked RVs and abandoned vehicles have been an eyesore in his community for years.
PowerUP is a business competition started by the Brooklyn Public Library following economic turmoil in the wake of 9/11.
Harlem School of the Arts students designed and painted four new murals for Wollman Rink.
In the Queens neighborhood known as Little Guyana, preparations are underway for the community's annual Diwali festival.
The Bergen Beach home on East 72nd Street and Avenue K has become a neighborhood attraction.
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."
Kim Palmer, NerdWallet personal finance expert joins CBS New York to discuss why Americans have so much financial regret.
Chopper 2 was over the scene as dirty liquid shot up from the ground Thursday morning.
The Brooklyn rapper made a deal with federal prosecutors requiring him to serve one month in jail, followed by three months of home detention with a curfew and electric monitoring.
Influencer Matthew Choi has been banned from the New York City Marathon after running the 2024 race with a camera crew in tow.
Former President Donald Trump will begin his second term in 75 days, and a transition team is now in place. Meanwhile, some face uncertainty about what that will mean for hot button issues like abortion access and immigration. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook and Christina Fan have team coverage.
