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A $1 million gift from iMentor's founder is helping students attend college.
The governor wants to alleviate what can be a crushing financial burden to get the education necessary.
The EEOC has substantiated one professor's claims, but he says CUNY has not addressed the hostile work environment.
There are concerns following several incidents of antisemitism on the campuses of the City University of New York. As CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports, some Jewish students and professors are pleading with the university system to take action.
A recent study found having more men of color as teachers can help keep students of color in school.
The day of remembrance will honor members of the school community lost to COVID-19.
Members of the Asian community have increasingly been victimized in hate crimes since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
In the fall of 2019, 271,242 students were enrolled at CUNY schools. A year later, that number shrank by more than 10,000.
Students not yet eligible for a booster shot when the mandate takes effect will be allowed on campus. Once eligible, they must get the shot to stay.
Parents or guardians of 5- to 11-year-olds who have received at least their first dose of the vaccine can enter their child to win one of 50 full scholarships.
The program will help at least 50,000 City University students.
The plan calls for universal baby bonds to create a scholarship account for every child in public school.
A few young New Yorkers have just learned the value of their COVID shots.
SUNY and CUNY schools will lead the vaccine initiative, Cuomo said.
In fact, in front of St. Patrick's Cathedral, tourists had Fifth Avenue nearly to themselves. That's not the only spot.
A team led by CUNY professor Dr. David Gruber got pictures of a rarely seen jellyfish that lives off the Coast of Mexico.
A public hearing was held in Manhattan to give New Yorkers a chance to weigh-in on the statue removal debate.
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Some in New York are rejoicing Monday, as students from families who earn less than $125,000 a year are now eligible for free public college tuition.
Unionized staffers have reached an agreement with the City of University of New York after working without a contract for nearly seven years.
Protesters rallied Thursday outside Gov. Andrew Cuomo's Midtown East office, demanding adequate funding for the City University of New York.
Lawmakers will soon begin work on the state budget, which they hope to pass before the start of the fiscal year on April 1.
A faculty protest led to multiple arrests at the City University of New York in Midtown East Wednesday afternoon.
Software giant Microsoft is donating a half a billion dollars' worth of software to CUNY students.
New York City is on a teacher recruiting and training blitz as it prepares to take on tens of thousands of additional pre-kindergarten students this fall.
The New York Rangers beat the Boston Bruins on Thursday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
A quiet, but cold weekend awaits New York City before the next round of snow moves into the region.
New York State Attorney General Letitia James says her office is recusing itself from the investigation into the beating that allegedly resulted in the death of Robert Brooks, an inmate at an upstate New York prison.
We're just days away from the start of congestion pricing, which the MTA says will begin as planned on Sunday, but New Jersey officials are vowing to keep the fight alive to stop it.
Canceling your gym membership is about to get easier in New York thanks to a new law requiring the process to be simplified.
A quiet, but cold weekend awaits New York City before the next round of snow moves into the region.
New York State Attorney General Letitia James says her office is recusing itself from the investigation into the beating that allegedly resulted in the death of Robert Brooks, an inmate at an upstate New York prison.
We're just days away from the start of congestion pricing, which the MTA says will begin as planned on Sunday, but New Jersey officials are vowing to keep the fight alive to stop it.
Canceling your gym membership is about to get easier in New York thanks to a new law requiring the process to be simplified.
New York City is looking to expand its program offering e-bike battery charging stations on city sidewalks. It's an effort to get lithium-ion batteries out of apartments and avoid fires.
A quiet, but cold weekend awaits New York City before the next round of snow moves into the region.
New year, new laws. Here's what people in New York need to know about changes taking effect in 2025.
As the new year blows into NYC, a wind advisory will be in effect for much of the area Wednesday and Thursday.
New Year's Eve 2025 could be the wettest NYC has seen in a while, as rain is expected for the ball drop in Times Square.
Congestion pricing will start this weekend as planned, the MTA says, despite a New Jersey judge partially siding with some who sought to delay it.
A quiet, but cold weekend awaits New York City before the next round of snow moves into the region.
We're just days away from the start of congestion pricing, which the MTA says will begin as planned on Sunday, but New Jersey officials are vowing to keep the fight alive to stop it.
A child died and at least 17 people were taken to the hospital after a fire in Ewing Township, New Jersey, Thursday afternoon.
A Princeton graduate, a Monmouth County resident and a Long Island native were killed in the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans. Another Princeton graduate was injured and is expected to recover.
New year, new laws. Here's what people in New York need to know about changes taking effect in 2025.
A Princeton graduate, a Monmouth County resident and a Long Island native were killed in the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans. Another Princeton graduate was injured and is expected to recover.
While many were out toasting to the new year, hospitals around New York area had a different type of celebration – welcoming new babies.
An alert Long Island police officer found a missing man with dementia in a fateful location Tuesday.
Congestion pricing will start this weekend as planned, the MTA says, despite a New Jersey judge partially siding with some who sought to delay it.
It looks like rainy weather to ring in New Year's Eve in Times Square and around New York City.
Richard Wishnie took the oath of office Thursday to become acting Westchester county executive - until Monday.
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
New year, new laws. Here's what people in New York need to know about changes taking effect in 2025.
New York and New Jersey sought answers Tuesday from the federal judge on his ruling on congestion pricing.
A military appeals court ruled Monday that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin could not withdraw plea agreements for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two other defendants.
Gardners Candies warns that recalled Meltaway Bars product may contain undeclared cashews, a health risk for people with tree nut allergies.
Many Broadway fans were left disappointed after the revival of "Gypsy" canceled nearly an entire week of performances after actors say a cold spread among the cast.
Emma and Liam top the list of New Yorkers' favorite baby names for another year, the NYC Department of Health says.
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.
A variety of New Year's Eve performers are expected for tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025.
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
Linda Lavin, a Tony Award-winning stage actress who became a working class icon as a paper-hat wearing waitress on the TV sitcom "Alice," has died. She was 87.
Many Broadway fans were left disappointed after the revival of "Gypsy" canceled nearly an entire week of performances after actors say a cold spread among the cast.
Olivia Hussey won a Golden Globe for best new actress for her part as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet."
The New York Rangers beat the Boston Bruins on Thursday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
The Sugar Bowl, postponed after a tragic New Year's Day terror attack in New Orleans, will now kick off today at 3 p.m. CST.
The Toronto Raptors snapped an 11-game losing streak by beating the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night.
The Knicks won their ninth straight game, beating the Jazz on Wednesday despite playing without leading scorer Jalen Brunson.
Darcy Kuemper recorded his second shutout of the season, and the Kings beat the Devils on Wednesday.
A young man from Mauritania receives help settling into the city as he serves as a youth ambassador for others.
In the hours ahead of Friday's Mega Millions drawing, the jackpot grew to $1.22 billion.
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.
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 Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for January 2 at 8 p.m.
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani wants to appear in court virtually Friday, citing health issues.
A postal worker was stabbed to death while in line at a deli in Harlem on Thursday. Police say they have a person of interest in custody. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
The New York Public Library says someone recently returned a book that was 72 years overdue. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian has more about who took it out and what the library's message is to those who also have an overdue book.
Some Tri-State Area families started the new year with a new furry friend. Seventy-five stray dogs and cats from San Juan, Puerto Rico were flown to New Jersey this week. It's part of the Sato Project's Freedom Flight.
