Black History is American History: A conversation with Martin Luther King III
Martin Luther King III recently spoke with CBS New York's Maurice DuBois in a sit-down interview for our Black History Month special, "Black History is American History."
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Martin Luther King III recently spoke with CBS New York's Maurice DuBois in a sit-down interview for our Black History Month special, "Black History is American History."
CBS New York's Maurice DuBois sat down with Martin Luther King III for our "Black History is American History" special.
Dr. Clarence Jones says the alliance between the Jewish and Black communities helped transform the nation during the civil rights movement.
The NFL and Martin Luther King Jr.'s family are kicking off a 5-year initiative committing more than 100 million hours of community service by Americans, according to Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King, who joined CBS News on the celebration of the U.S. holiday commemorating the civil rights icon's birthday.
Dr. Clarence Jones is a Civil Rights attorney and law professor who was one of Dr. King's closest advisers and speechwriters.
The Village of Hempstead honored the Civil Rights icon Monday, along with a Harlem doctor credited with saving his life back in 1958. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
We hear from one group working toward a more equitable future for every child.
CBS New York's Jessica Moore has the story.
The house is a federal landmark in Atlanta, and the former officers were in the right place at the right time.
The home had been open for public tours through last month, when it was closed for an "extensive renovation project" that is not expected to be completed until 2025.
Much of the planning for the March on Washington happened in Harlem, out of an apartment building organizers used as headquarters. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell takes us there on the 60th anniversary.
Williams returned from the war feeling like a hero, but once he returned he experienced racism.
We speak with journalist, activist, teacher and author Herb Boyd to learn more about the significance of the day.
Judy Gough, Odehyah Gough-Israel and Carolyn Eisenberg offer varying viewpoints on that unforgettable day.
Judy Gough, Odehyah Gough-Israel and Carolyn Eisenberg offer varying viewpoints on that unforgettable day. CBS New York's Hannah Kliger has the story.
Fifty-five years ago this week, civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated. We take a look back at his legacy through the perspective of young New Yorkers.
Heavy flames caused part of the roof of the house on Walnut Street to collapse.
Video from Camden shows crews on the scene on Walnut Street, where advocates say the civil rights icon stayed in the 1940s and 50s, when he was a graduate student. CBS2's Alice Gainer reports.
Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis and Rabbi Joshua Stanton brought their congregations together for an MLK Teach-In on Sunday.
The event honored outgoing house speaker Nancy Pelosi and others who have worked to advance King's civil rights mission.
The Brooklyn Academy of Music is holding its annual tribute to the civil rights icon.
The three words "We shall overcome" reverberated within the walls of the famed church on Sunday.
What would've been Dr. King's 94th birthday was celebrated at a service Sunday at the city's historic church in Harlem. CBS2's Kristie Keleshian reports.
He delivered the speech at the historic Riverside Church in Morningside Heights in 1967.
A ceremony was held in New York City on Saturday marking the 55th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "Beyond Vietnam" speech.
New York City police say a teenager is in critical condition after getting slashed in the face during a fight at a Brooklyn subway station.
Lawyers for actor Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint filing in Manhattan federal court.
The Philadelphia 76ers snapped a five-game losing streak with a win over the Brooklyn Nets in an NBA Cup game Friday night.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Families of children injured by medical malpractice at birth and pushed into a New York state fund to receive critical care are waiting for state officials to address claim denials.
New York City police say a teenager is in critical condition after getting slashed in the face during a fight at a Brooklyn subway station.
Families of children injured by medical malpractice at birth and pushed into a New York state fund to receive critical care are waiting for state officials to address claim denials.
Hundreds of Yonkers families have been without gas for three months, and many are frustrated as the problem stretches into the holiday season.
The new Davis Center will bring back the wonder of skating and swimming alongside Harlem Meer in Central Park.
A federal judge is deciding whether to release Sean "Diddy" Combs on bail as he awaits trial on sex trafficking and racketeering charges.
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5, 2025.
After a long period of drought and fire hazards, we're getting an early taste of winter. New York, New Jersey and Connecticut have been desperate for rain.
The first major snowstorm of the season brought school closures, power outages, and heavy snow to our region, including to areas that badly needed it.
Jodi Rell, who became Connecticut's second female governor when John Rowland resigned in a corruption scandal, has died at 78.
The weather is shifting and bringing much-needed rain to the Tri-State Area. There may even be snow in parts of New York.
A fire in Bayonne displaced several families and caused a day care to evacuate Friday.
A Hudson Valley woman says her car was driven from Queens to New Jersey after she parked at an unlicensed long-term parking lot near John F. Kennedy International Airport.
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5, 2025.
After a long period of drought and fire hazards, we're getting an early taste of winter. New York, New Jersey and Connecticut have been desperate for rain.
The first major snowstorm of the season brought school closures, power outages, and heavy snow to our region, including to areas that badly needed it.
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5, 2025.
After a long period of drought and fire hazards, we're getting an early taste of winter. New York, New Jersey and Connecticut have been desperate for rain.
The first major snowstorm of the season brought school closures, power outages, and heavy snow to our region, including to areas that badly needed it.
A plan to regionalize some New York public school services has set off alarm bells among Long Island parents and educators.
The iconic Stella Ristorante in Floral Park, Long Island will close on Dec. 31 after 64 years in business.
The New York Department of Motor Vehicles has overhauled its point system, and the points drivers accrue are going to stay on their record longer.
A New York City Councilmember is taking the city's Department of Homeless Services to task, saying it needs to do a better job managing food at the city's migrant shelters.
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
President-elect Donald Trump made the announcement Thursday evening after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration.
The suit claims McMahon and others at the WWE were aware of misconduct decades ago and negligent in failing to prevent it.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.
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.
Lawyers for actor Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint filing in Manhattan federal court.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
A federal judge is deciding whether to release Sean "Diddy" Combs on bail as he awaits trial on sex trafficking and racketeering charges.
Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
The Philadelphia 76ers snapped a five-game losing streak with a win over the Brooklyn Nets in an NBA Cup game Friday night.
Daniel Jones has been released by the New York Giants after the team announced Tommy DeVito is taking over as the starting quarterback.
Connor Zary scored midway through the third period to give the Calgary Flames a win over the New York Rangers on Thursday night.
Lucas Raymond scored with 51 seconds remaining and the Detroit Red Wings beat the New York Islanders on Thursday night.
The New Jersey Devils downed the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night.
The new Davis Center will bring back the wonder of skating and swimming alongside Harlem Meer in Central Park.
Thursday marks exactly 60 years since the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge opened to much fanfare.
Nov. 29 is the last day for New York City restaurants to remove roadway dining sheds, which will now be seasonal under new regulations set by the City Council.
A new state-of-the-art trash system in NYCHA's Polo Grounds Towers in Harlem promises to tackle energy, rodent and recycling issues.
Families in Central Harlem will soon settle into their new homes at Marcus Garvey Village, which also brings free gathering spaces to the community and an LGBTQ center.
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."
The 60th Annual Thanksgiving Parade helped put New Rochelle into the holiday spirit Saturday.
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 FDNY EMT was remembered Saturday in the Bronx. A plaque was dedicated to EMT Frederick Whiteside at the emergency medical dispatch center.
New York City officials are warning Honda owners about an uptick in thefts.
Spirits were high and donations were plentiful Saturday for our Season of Giving. CBS News New York is teaming up with the Community FoodBank of New Jersey to make sure all families have access to a meal this holiday season. Our teams spread out at three drop-off locations in New Jersey to collect donations.
