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Empowering kids to take control of their own health
Experts say creating a healthier lifestyle on their own can lead to more energy, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding illness and having more self-esteem. CBS New York's John Dias has the story.
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Experts say creating a healthier lifestyle on their own can lead to more energy, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding illness and having more self-esteem. CBS New York's John Dias has the story.
As kids head back to school, parents are excited to share photos on social media. Before you do, we have some helpful advice from the Center for Online Safety.
We're talking with health experts about what parents can do to help their kids. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado has more.
We're getting ready for back-to-school, and this year might be a huge step for your child -- walking to school, whether alone or with friends.
Experts stress the important of open communication, saying a child is never too young to say "no" to unhealthy habits. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
People are now opting to text or email instead of make phone calls. But now research shows it's causing an issue for some who are developing "fears of the phone" or "phone phobia." As CBS New York's John Dias reports, the main antagonists are Gen Z.
Experts say choosing not to have children is becoming more socially accepted
NYC starts notifying families who made the Section 8 housing waiting list today after opening applications for the first time in nearly 15 years.
Liven up your patio and get much-needed sun coverage with the best patio umbrellas of 2024.
After the presidential election, award-winning journalists John Dickerson and Maurice DuBois will anchor the "CBS Evening News," with Margaret Brennan regularly leading political and foreign affairs coverage.
New York and New Jersey are in for a stretch of hazy, hot and humid weather, along with the threat of thunderstorms this weekend.
The Biden administration announced it has secured the release of three U.S. citizens from Russia, including Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva, as part of a complex 24-person prisoner swap.
NYC starts notifying families who made the Section 8 housing waiting list today after opening applications for the first time in nearly 15 years.
New York and New Jersey are in for a stretch of hazy, hot and humid weather, along with the threat of thunderstorms this weekend.
A steam leak is causing asbestos concerns on the Upper East Side of Manhattan.
Multiple children were injured when a protester discharged pepper spray Wednesday in Times Square, police confirm.
The USDA has expanded the recall of some Boar's Head deli meats over concerns of a link to a deadly listeria outbreak.
New York and New Jersey are in for a stretch of hazy, hot and humid weather, along with the threat of thunderstorms this weekend.
The NYC area is back under a heat advisory today, and it's expected to last for days. Plus, we're tracking pop-up showers.
You'll need to keep the umbrella handy the next several days, but just as we turn the page to August, we're turning up the heat.
New York and New Jersey will see rain showers early Monday, then again for the evening commute.
For Sunday, mostly sunny skies early will give way to increasing cloudiness by the afternoon and evening hours.
New York and New Jersey are in for a stretch of hazy, hot and humid weather, along with the threat of thunderstorms this weekend.
New Jersey's ban on the AR-15 rifle is unconstitutional, but the state's cap on magazines over 10 rounds passes constitutional muster, a federal judge said Tuesday.
A woman has filed a lawsuit against a New Jersey funeral home after she says she recently discovered the remains of her father, who died over 30 years ago, were never buried.
The USDA has expanded the recall of some Boar's Head deli meats over concerns of a link to a deadly listeria outbreak.
The NYC area is back under a heat advisory today, and it's expected to last for days. Plus, we're tracking pop-up showers.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced $350 million in payments for moderate- and low-income residents.
A taxi driver was killed Tuesday after his vehicle was struck by a Long Island Rail Road train in Manorville.
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann made a brief appearance in court Tuesday as prosecutors turned more discovery over to the defense team.
You'll need to keep the umbrella handy the next several days, but just as we turn the page to August, we're turning up the heat.
A woman and her boyfriend were robbed of $140,000 outside a Bank of America in Hicksville.
The Biden administration announced it has secured the release of three U.S. citizens from Russia, including Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva, as part of a complex 24-person prisoner swap.
New Jersey's ban on the AR-15 rifle is unconstitutional, but the state's cap on magazines over 10 rounds passes constitutional muster, a federal judge said Tuesday.
The Pentagon did not release details of the plea deal.
"I didn't know she was Black until a number of years ago when she happened to turn Black and now she wants to be known as Black," former President Donald Trump said.
Advocates say Gov. Hochul's congestion pricing pause to blame for MTA's $400 million operational budget deficit in 2027-28.
The USDA has expanded the recall of some Boar's Head deli meats over concerns of a link to a deadly listeria outbreak.
Mount Sinai is now part of a national research team studying long COVID in Black and brown patients.
When Leila Ricks was born, one of her legs was shorter than the other. Doctors said she had a rare condition called fibular hemimelia.
Public health alert and multiple recalls issued after dangerous contaminant found in several brands of the spice.
The listeria outbreak linked to deli meat has sickened a dozen people in New York and is blamed for one death in New Jersey. So is it safe to eat?
Co-founded by George Balanchine in 1948, New York City Ballet is considered one of the best dance companies in the world, and at 75 is catering to an increasingly younger audience.
The son of immigrant parents, who immersed himself in American culture growing up, built a career as a filmmaker with hits such as "Crazy Rich Asians" and "In the Heights," tapping into his own identity and translating stories of struggle and ambition to the screen.
Lawyers for singer Justin Timberlake claim their client was not intoxicated when he was arrested for driving while intoxicated in the Hamptons in June.
Legendary Billy Joel played his 150th and final concert at famed Madison Square Garden on Thursday night.
Hundreds of the nation's top athletes will represent Team USA in Paris at the 2024 Olympics.
Matt Wallner's two-run home runs helped propel the Twins to an 8-3 win over the Mets on Wednesday.
DJ LeMahieu had a career-high six RBIs in the Yankees' 6-5 win over the Phillies on Wednesday.
The Jets' Aaron Rodgers and Garrett Wilson say a video showing them arguing on the sideline last week is no big deal.
As Team USA and Simone Biles celebrate their Olympic gymnastics comeback, one New Jersey town is over the moon for Hezly Rivera.
Jazz Chisholm had five RBIs in his second straight two-homer game, Gleyber Torres hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly in the 12th inning and the New York Yankees outlasted the Philadelphia Phillies 7-6 for their first four-game winning streak since early June.
Advocates say the creation of Bankside Park has taken years, and South Bronx residents haven't had access to the waterfront for nearly a century.
This year marks 20 years since a historic rezoning of Downtown Brooklyn led to massive changes in the landscape of the neighborhood.
Mount Sinai is now part of a national research team studying long COVID in Black and brown patients.
Small liquor store owners in New York City continue to push against the Bottle Bill for the next round of lawmaking.
The Harlem-based program the Doe Fund held a graduation ceremony this week for nearly 100 men who have overcome a variety of challenges through the "Ready, Willing and Able" program.
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."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Multiple children were injured when a protester discharged pepper spray Wednesday in Times Square, police confirm.
The Department of Defense says the man believed to be the mastermind of 9/11 and two of his accused accomplices are now taking plea deals. CBS New York's Derick Waller is live from the 9/11 Memorial in Manhattan.
Buildings in the area are without steam service and people are being advised to shut their windows. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the latest on the cleanup.
CBS New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
CBS New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for July 31 at 11 p.m.