Hanukkah feeling different this year amid Israel-Hamas war
Tonight is the first night of Hanukkah, and this year the holiday takes on a special meaning with Israel fighting a war against Hamas and incidents of antisemitism on the rise.
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Tonight is the first night of Hanukkah, and this year the holiday takes on a special meaning with Israel fighting a war against Hamas and incidents of antisemitism on the rise.
The menorah will be lit each night of Hanukkah from December 7 through 15.
A symbol of Hanukkah took shape Wednesday in Manhattan, amid what is a difficult time for Jewish people.
Gold Star families joined Girl Scouts in this Long Island tradition to send Christmas trees and menorahs to troops who won't be home for the holidays.
Vanessa Murdock has what you need to know as you look for gifts for the little ones.
It's not too late to turn your home into your very own festival of lights with Hanukkah lights, decorations, candles and more.
"I believe that the Holocaust was about race," Goldberg said in an apology, adding that she's still "learning a lot."
People celebrated outside Central Park in the frigid cold.
People celebrated outside Central Park in the frigid cold.
They are called SIX13 and their newest parody involves the music of Sir Elton John.
They are called Six 13 and their newest parody involves the music of Sir Elton John.
The Shine a Light menorah lighting and concert were held to celebrate the second night of Hanukkah.
Millions of Jewish families across the world are lighting candles to usher in the Festival of Lights. CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports.
Dozens of people from across the borough came together Sunday at Grand Army Plaza.
The congregation behind it, Chabad of Park Slope, says the height of the religious symbol is meant to send a strong message. CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas and Hanukkah, with many New Yorkers ready to embrace the holiday spirit.
Inspired by the holiday cheer surrounding Christmas in New York City, one Brooklyn man wrote a show celebrating Hanukkah.
Hanukkah lasts eight nights, but there are at least twice as many ways to spell it in English. So which one is right?
Hanukkah starts on Sunday night. Children will spin the dreidel, families will light the menorah, and some will debate an age-old question -- what's the correct way to spell the holiday in English? CBS2's Tony Aiello has more on this seasonal spelling challenge.
We're just days away from the start of Hanukkah, and one Brooklyn man is celebrating his own miracle -- seeing his dreams come true with a staging of his original musical. CBS2's Hannah Kliger sat in on one of their rehearsals in Times Square.
CBS2's Lisa Rozner spoke to New Yorkers to find out the unique ways they're celebrating this year.
It's almost time start celebrating Hanukkah as the Jewish holiday begins this Sunday. If you're looking for some out-of-the-box ways to celebrate the holiday, we've got you covered.
Hanukkah, the Jewish holiday also known as the Festival of Lights, begins Sunday night and lasts for eight days. CBS2's Lisa Rozner spoke to New Yorkers to find out the unique ways they're celebrating this year.
Hanukkah, the Jewish holiday also known as the Festival of Lights, begins Sunday night and lasts for eight days. CBS2's Lisa Rozner spoke to New Yorkers to find out the unique ways they're celebrating this year.
A judge found Thomas lacked the capacity to understand the proceedings against him, or to his assist his own defense.
More than a week after a water main break in one Bronx neighborhood, some residents are still without power or gas, but Tuesday, the Red Cross tried to make sure they could still celebrate the holiday.
Festivities begin before Christmas Day as families celebrate the Feast of the Seven Fishes.
A new course at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx aims to help medical students understand the community they serve.
People living in one Harlem apartment building say they are freezing as they await a new boiler system.
The MTA says much of the revenue it expects to get from congestion pricing will go towards solving subway station accessibility issues.
More than a week after a water main break in one Bronx neighborhood, some residents are still without power or gas, but Tuesday, the Red Cross tried to make sure they could still celebrate the holiday.
A new course at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx aims to help medical students understand the community they serve.
People living in one Harlem apartment building say they are freezing as they await a new boiler system.
The MTA says much of the revenue it expects to get from congestion pricing will go towards solving subway station accessibility issues.
A holiday tradition continued Tuesday night as thousands attended Christmas Eve mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral in Midtown.
Some light snow is moving through NYC and the surrounding New York and New Jersey area today, just in time for Christmas Eve.
New York City congestion pricing cleared late legal challenges in Manhattan and Rockland County, keeping it on track to start Jan. 5, 2025.
NYC is facing the coldest weather in a while, and New York and New Jersey could be in for a White Christmas with snow on the way.
Don't let the sunny skies fool you as dangerously cold weather settles into New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Expect jam-packed airports and highways in the New York City area as the holiday travel season kicks into high gear.
Festivities begin before Christmas Day as families celebrate the Feast of the Seven Fishes.
Some light snow is moving through NYC and the surrounding New York and New Jersey area today, just in time for Christmas Eve.
Some residents in Central New Jersey say their water still has an odd taste and odor, forcing them to drink bottled water this holiday season.
Issues continued on the rails on Monday as Amtrak riders tried to get to their holiday destinations.
The sole winner of a $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot has begun the process of collecting the prize, the New Jersey Lottery said Monday.
A judge has ordered the bankrupt Harborside in Port Washington back to the negotiating table to address millions owed to residents.
New York City congestion pricing cleared late legal challenges in Manhattan and Rockland County, keeping it on track to start Jan. 5, 2025.
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program past 2027 was excluded from the federal budget on Friday as Congress scrambled to avert a government shutdown.
Don't let the sunny skies fool you as dangerously cold weather settles into New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Expect jam-packed airports and highways in the New York City area as the holiday travel season kicks into high gear.
Former President Bill Clinton remains in "good spirits," a spokesman said.
New York City congestion pricing cleared late legal challenges in Manhattan and Rockland County, keeping it on track to start Jan. 5, 2025.
President Biden is granting clemency to 37 of the 40 federal inmates facing death sentences. Their sentences will be commuted to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
A report by the House Ethics Committee found former Rep. Matt Gaetz paid multiple women, including a 17-year-old girl, for sex.
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program past 2027 was excluded from the federal budget on Friday as Congress scrambled to avert a government shutdown.
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.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
New York Congressman-elect George Latimer expects "major pushback" to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s potential vaccine policy if he heads Donald Trump's Health and Human Services Department.
A breakthrough treatment is making a huge difference for stroke survivors, improving hand and arm function, and their quality of life.
Just shy of his 70th birthday, Denzel Washington has a new line to add to an already impressive résumé.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was back in federal court in Lower Manhattan on Wednesday for a pretrial hearing.
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
Rasmus Dahlin had four assists and the Sabres stopped a 13-game slide by routing the Islanders 7-1 on Monday night.
Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby combined for 62 points in the Knicks' fourth straight win, 139-125 over the Raptors on Monday night.
Bam Adebayo scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half and the Heat snapped a three-game skid with a 110-95 win over the Nets on Monday night.
The Devils pounded the Rangers 5-0 on Monday, sending New York to its 13th loss in its last 17 games.
Pitcher Sean Manaea is set to return to the New York Mets on a 3-year, $75 million contract, a person familiar with the deal says.
People living in one Harlem apartment building say they are freezing as they await a new boiler system.
Local residents are at odds with the Forest Hills Stadium concert venue over what they say is excessive noise.
Clients of the Emma L. Bowen Center's Rainbow Clubhouse and substance abuse recovery programs participated in a photography project to share positive perspectives.
As Hanukkah approaches, the Brooklyn organization is in a race against time to deliver gifts to children battling illnesses.
Mets owner Steve Cohen's Metropolitan Park casino complex proposal has picked up steam after gaining the Queens borough president's approval.
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 Craig Allen has your First Alert Forecast for December 24 at 11 p.m.
The streets of Dyker Heights in Brooklyn were packed Christmas Eve with people taking in the iconic neighborhood known for its extravagant Christmas lights. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner spoke to visitors from around the world and even got a behind-the-scenes tour from one homeowner.
Brooklyn's largest menorah is in place for Hanukkah, which begins Wednesday night. The 32-foot high, 4,000-pound steel menorah is in Grand Army Plaza.
The end of the year is when we reflect on the past and look ahead to the new year with hope and optimism. CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer and Allen Devlin host Snapshot New York's 2024 holiday special.
Three people were taken to a local hospital after first responders found dangerous levels of carbon monoxide inside a Queens home Tuesday morning.
