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CBS New York visited a Girl Scout troop trying to give migrant kids a chance at normal childhood.
Girl Scout Troop 6000 was founded for girls experiencing homelessness.
The organization says just one month into the scouting year, sign-ups are up 164% compared to last year.
The donation is part of an $84.5 million gift to the Girl Scouts movement nationwide from Mackenzie Scott.
One victim said he is not concerned not about the missing cookies, but, rather, the child's welfare.
COVID-19 has changed the way so many of us operate. One group particularly impacted is the Girl Scouts of Greater New York.
On Giving Tuesday, Girl Scouts in Hudson County were being awarded for their thoughtfulness towards the homeless during the coronavirus pandemic.
With the help of volunteers, Cate Bosco says she hopes to keep the mask project going "as long as we need to."
Toast-Yay is a french toast-inspired cookie, dipped in icing.
For small communities across the Tri-State Area, annual Memorial Day parades are when our children get to march to represent their club or team sport.
Olivia Philips and Ava Mahoney were all smiles checking out the new box of Do-Si-Dos, and it's not just because they're both huge peanut butter fans.
Authorities shared an update Wednesday on the alleged theft of a Girl Scout troop's cookie money in New Jersey.
A group of Girl Scouts selling cookies at a New Jersey mall had their day's fundraising money stolen Friday by two suspects seen on a surveillance camera.
Troop 6000 started just last year with the goal of reaching out to girls living in New York City shelters.
It's Girl Scout cookie time! For the past 101 years, school girls across the world have been sharing these irresistible baked treats. Along the way, the girls are learning.
For a lot of children, holiday hugging is a must when they see family and friends.
The Girl Scouts want no part of it, and a feud has erupted between the president of the Girl Scouts and the Boy Scouts.
General Mills announced in a tweet Monday that Girl Scouts cookie-flavored cereals will hit store shelves in January 2017.
The Girl Scouts have joined an effort to break the bronze ceiling in Central Park.
A group of Girl Scouts were less than pleased after a man stole their money and fled the scene.
A group of Girl Scouts on Long Island are capitalizing on Leonardo DiCaprio's good looks and dietary habits to sell cookies.
For a lot of kids the holiday season has turned a bit commercial with all the presents and wish lists, but there are ways to turn it around.
The Queens teen sold 1,816 boxes of cookies to hold onto the New York City crown for the second year in a row.
Thousands of girls spent the day trying to make history using cookies on Long Island.
One of the city's most meaningful landmarks got a cleaning on Saturday, ahead of a landmark anniversary.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Trees will be turned into wood chips that are used to nourish other trees and plants across New York City.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says he and President Trump have agreed to meet in Florida on Sunday, signaling progress in talks to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
Trees will be turned into wood chips that are used to nourish other trees and plants across New York City.
Shovels and plows will be out later Friday as people in New York City and the surrounding area prepare for a blast of winter.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
Federal funding cuts have left local organizations struggling to meet growing needs, prompting a borough-wide fundraising push to support food access, housing and other essential services.
Police don't have a suspect in custody, and the victim's father tell CBS News New York he does not believe his son knew the victim.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
Forecast model data continues to suggest that a general 4–8-inch snowfall is likely with this system.
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to snow.
It's a First Alert Weather Day as a mixture of snow and rain move through the Tri-State Area Tuesday morning.
We have issued a First Alert Weather Day Tuesday as travel could be impacted due to slick roads, especially north and west of the city.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
Forecast model data continues to suggest that a general 4–8-inch snowfall is likely with this system.
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to snow.
Leaders in Paterson, N.J., are pushing back against Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's remarks suggesting the city is working to impose Islamic law.
It's a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to accumulating snow that could be heavy at times.
In Levittown, volunteers spent Christmas morning making dreams come true for children from struggling families.
Forecast model data continues to suggest that a general 4–8-inch snowfall is likely with this system.
It's practically the plot to "Home Alone." A quick-thinking 12-year-old boy in Medford stopped a burglar who broke into his home, police said.
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to snow.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
Mamdani's team says the group of 48 includes "people from across fields and communities" and are "New Yorkers whose creativity, leadership and lived experience reflect the full life of the city."
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
A federal judge has given a green light to New York's so-called Green Light Law, rejecting the Trump administration's bid to stop the state from giving people driver's licenses without having them prove they're in the country legally.
Leaders in Paterson, N.J., are pushing back against Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's remarks suggesting the city is working to impose Islamic law.
A spike in measles cases in Rockland County has New York health officials urging families to get vaccinated.
Researchers on Long Island say they've found physical evidence of PTSD in World Trade Center first responders.
In New York, cases of flu, RSV and COVID have spiked since Thanksgiving.
There are at least 500 sudden and unexpected deaths in the city each year, and in roughly a fifth of those cases, a genetic cause can be detected.
UnitedHealthcare and NewYork-Presbyterian have roughly two weeks to reach an agreement or thousands of Medicare Advantage members could be forced to find care elsewhere.
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Comedian and actor Bowen Yang performed his final sketch on "SNL" Saturday night, after announcing his unexpected mid-season exit from the show.
A judge Friday voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
Adam Pelech scored the tiebreaking goal late in the third period, and the New York Islanders beat the New Jersey Devils 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Taylor Raddysh and Alexis Lafreniere scored 68 seconds apart in a five-goal third period for the New York Rangers in a 7-3 win over the Washington Capitals on Tuesday.
Anthony Edwards scored 38 points to help the Minnesota Timberwolves beat former teammate Karl-Anthony Towns for the first time and hold off the New York Knicks 115-104.
Michael Porter Jr. scored 28 points, as the Brooklyn Nets beat the Philadelphia 76ers 114-106.
The Mets jettisoned another core player Monday, trading second baseman Jeff McNeil to the Athletics for minor league right-hander Yordan Rodriguez.
Federal funding cuts have left local organizations struggling to meet growing needs, prompting a borough-wide fundraising push to support food access, housing and other essential services.
What began as a middle school project has grown into hundreds of handwritten messages left across New York City, offering encouragement to strangers and revealing how a small gesture can resonate for weeks.
NYC says center-running bus lanes will speed up commutes and improve safety on one of Brooklyn's busiest corridors, but critics aren't so sure.
Nine Brooklyn Football Club partner bars are collecting shelf-stable food and winter coats to benefit 10 local schools.
The Davis Center in Harlem is now open for its first winter season after technical delays.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has an update on Friday's significant storm that will impact the Tri-State Area.
We're expecting the most significant snowfall in years in New York City and the surrounding area. We have team coverage with Carolyn Gusoff, Kristie Keleshian and Tony Sadiku.
Edeedson Cine, Jr. of West Babylon was fatally stabbed at a CVS in Lindenhurst on Christmas night.
Smith previously played Young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Shovels and plows will be out Friday night as people in our area prepare for a blast of winter. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
