Holocaust survivor schedules talk at NYC middle school after controversy
A Holocaust survivor is set to speak at a New York City public school after the principal initially declined to invite him last week.
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A Holocaust survivor is set to speak at a New York City public school after the principal initially declined to invite him last week.
A Holocaust survivor is set to speak at a New York City public school after the principal initially declined to invite him last week.
The principal of a Brooklyn middle school created controversy this week by turning down the opportunity to have a Holocaust survivor speak to students.
Thousands of Jewish businesses and synagogues were destroyed by the Nazis on Nov. 9, 1938, signaling the beginning of the Holocaust. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
The Yad Vashem USA Foundation hosted the ceremony to remember the tragic event also known as the Night of Broken Glass.
The 89-year-old's heartbroken daughter spoke by phone to CBS News New York about the unspeakable tragedy her family is now dealing with.
Zohran Mamdani got caught up in an emotional moment in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary race on Wednesday.
Jacqueline Kimmelstiel, a 97-year-old Holocaust survivor, achieved a goal by attending the University of Mount saint Vincent for one day.
A 97-year-old Holocaust survivor had her dreams come true as she attended college for the first time in the Bronx. CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford was there for her one-day campus experience.
Holocaust Music Lost and Found is a nonprofit dedicated to recovering, preserving, and performing music created by musicians who were imprisoned in Nazi Concentration Camps during the Holocaust. President of Holocaust Music Lost and Found, Janie Press, previews upcoming events and explains the organizations effort in keeping this important piece of history alive
A powerful new campaign from a Brooklyn organization pairs music with memory, honoring Holocaust survivors this Yom HaShoah.
Photographer Bryce Thompson shares the inspiration behind his exhibit debuting at Detour Gallery in Chelsea.
The Three Village Central School District is showing how it is fighting back against the spread of antisemitism.
Officials made a promise to do better after a hate incident was reported in a Suffolk County middle school. As CBS News New York's John Dias explains, a second-generation Holocaust survivor opened up the eyes of hundreds of students to a different culture.
It has been 80 years since the Auschwitz concentration camp was liberated. New technology is being used to make sure we never forget. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Survivors of the Nazi's notorious Auschwitz death camp are taking center stage at the memorial service to mark 80 years since its liberation by Soviet troops.
As CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports, Nassau County also honored Pina Frassineti Wax.
CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner spoke with those who witnessed the history firsthand.
A full-scale replica of Anne Frank's hidden annex is coming to NYC for an exhibition at the Center for Jewish History.
A full-sized replica of Anne Frank's hidden annex during WWII is coming to New York City for an exhibit in January.
More art that Nazis stole from Austrian-Jewish cabaret performer Fritz Grünbaum, who was murdered in the Holocaust, has been returned to his family in New York City.
Dozens gathered to sign a centuries-old Torah in Plainview. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Students in Rockland County say a school project opened their eyes and touched their hearts. They learned more about the Holocaust by interviewing survivors. As CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports, it made for a lesson these young people will never forget.
A special concert in Manhattan on Thursday will honor eight composers who survived the Holocaust. The tributes are put on by the nonprofit the Holocaust Music Lost and Found.
Riverdale resident Leo Shliselberg says despite the hardships he's experienced in life, the best medicine is laughter.
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to snow.
NORAD, the North American Aerospace Defense Command, tracks Santa's Christmas Eve flight around the world each year. Follow a live map of the tracker here.
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.
Christmas Eve Mass is being held throughout the day at St. Patrick's Cathedral Wednesday.
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.
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to snow.
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.
Christmas Eve Mass is being held throughout the day at St. Patrick's Cathedral Wednesday.
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.
CBS News New York went inside ICE operations on Long Island for a rare view of how, where and why arrests are made.
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.
Snow and rain will return to the New York City area before Christmas. Parts of the Tri-State Area have winter weather advisories.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day as heavy rain and 50-60 mph wind gusts cause coastal flooding, downed trees and power outages.
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.
Saint Cecilia Roman Catholic Church in South Brunswick, New Jersey, was ransacked in a desperate act for quick cash, police say.
It's a First Alert Weather Day as a mixture of snow and rain move through the Tri-State Area Tuesday morning.
Totowa Police Chief Carmen Veneziano appeared in a Massachusetts court and denied allegations he assaulted his girlfriend at a hotel.
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to snow.
CBS News New York went inside ICE operations on Long Island for a rare view of how, where and why arrests are made.
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.
After deliberating for more than a week, the jury in Linda Sun's trial said they could not reach a unanimous verdict on any of the 19 counts.
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.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani named Lillian Bonsignore as the next FDNY commissioner at a Tuesday afternoon news conference.
George Conway, a conservative lawyer turned vocal critic of President Trump, has filed paperwork for a bid to represent New York City in the House.
The Justice Department early Tuesday released more than 11,000 additional documents and photos from the Jeffrey Epstein files.
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.
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.
Jake and Romy Reiner released a statement on Wednesday, remembering their parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, as their best friends.
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.
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.
After losing his mother to a stroke in 2022, a Brownsville native is turning personal grief into a grassroots foundation, offering counseling and mentorship to children and young adults.
A Brooklyn startup and a national nonprofit are teaming up to turn everyday mail lockers into easy donation hubs, delivering thousands of toys to hospital rooms this holiday season.
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.
New York City in December is filled with tiny moments that stick with us. For a second, we remember, we're not here alone. CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer takes a look at those uplifting moments and remind us who we are.
Iconic signs of the holiday season are spread across New York City: the sights, sounds and tastes. Join CBS News New York's Dave Carlin and Jessica Moore as we celebrate the season's artistic holiday traditions.
Happy Holidays. We want to recognize and thank the people who work here at CBS News New York.
A federal judge gave a green light Tuesday 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 are in the country legally.
Two people were killed and at least 20 were injured in an explosion Tuesday afternoon at a nursing home in Bristol, Pennsylvania, officials said. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
