Celebration of the 7 principles of Kwanzaa begin on Thursday
CBS News New York's Allen Devlin takes us to some of New York City's performances for the African-American holiday.
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CBS News New York's Allen Devlin takes us to some of New York City's performances for the African-American holiday.
The weeklong celebration occurs each year from Dec. 26-Jan. 1.
CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu hosts a special that looks back on some of the heartwarming stories of 2024.
Kwanzaa was created in 1966 as a non-religious way for African Americans to reconnect with their ancestral roots.
Spreading the culture was part of the purpose of an all-day Kwanzaa event in Harlem held at Chase Bank on 125th Street.
The holiday in the village started with drumming, dancing, the ROTC presenting colors, singing, and food.
The holiday in the village started with drumming, dancing, the ROTC presenting colors, singing, and food. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports.
Police are searching for one man wanted in connection to two separate stabbings in the New York City subway system.
The driver in a wrong-way crash that killed two middle schoolers on Long Island pled guilty Friday.
Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Trump for his crimes on Jan. 10, a court proceeding that will be unlike any in America's 248 years.
The Harlem deli worker says the postal worker who died and the woman charged with his murder were regular customers.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says the recent surge in violence in the subway "cannot continue." She says she will include new legislation in the executive budget to change New York's involuntary commitment standards.
Police are searching for one man wanted in connection to two separate stabbings in the New York City subway system.
The driver in a wrong-way crash that killed two middle schoolers on Long Island pled guilty Friday.
The Harlem deli worker says the postal worker who died and the woman charged with his murder were regular customers.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says the recent surge in violence in the subway "cannot continue." She says she will include new legislation in the executive budget to change New York's involuntary commitment standards.
A federal judge is expected to rule Friday on whether New York City congestion pricing can start this weekend as scheduled.
A federal judge is expected to rule Friday on whether New York City congestion pricing can start this weekend as scheduled.
NYC congestion pricing will charge drivers to enter Manhattan starting in January 2025. Here's what to know about how much it will cost.
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.
A federal judge is expected to rule Friday on whether New York City congestion pricing can start this weekend as scheduled.
NYC congestion pricing will charge drivers to enter Manhattan starting in January 2025. Here's what to know about how much it will cost.
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.
The driver in a wrong-way crash that killed two middle schoolers on Long Island pled guilty Friday.
A federal judge is expected to rule Friday on whether New York City congestion pricing can start this weekend as scheduled.
NYC congestion pricing will charge drivers to enter Manhattan starting in January 2025. Here's what to know about how much it will cost.
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.
Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Trump for his crimes on Jan. 10, a court proceeding that will be unlike any in America's 248 years.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says the recent surge in violence in the subway "cannot continue." She says she will include new legislation in the executive budget to change New York's involuntary commitment standards.
House Speaker Mike Johnson appeared headed for defeat before two Republicans switched their vote, delivering him a majority.
A federal judge is expected to rule Friday on whether New York City congestion pricing can start this weekend as scheduled.
Richard Wishnie took the oath of office Thursday to become acting Westchester county executive - until Monday.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says the recent surge in violence in the subway "cannot continue." She says she will include new legislation in the executive budget to change New York's involuntary commitment standards.
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.
Wayne Osmond started his musical career as an original member of The Osmonds with his brothers.
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.
The Jets interviewed Ron Rivera and current ESPN analyst Louis Riddick for their head coach and general manager vacancies.
The Brooklyn Nets withstood a frantic Milwaukee comeback attempt down the stretch to beat the Bucks on Thursday.
Bobby McMann scored twice, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the New York Islanders on Thursday night.
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.
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."
A Brooklyn man will spend the next 12 years in prison for opening fire outside a neighborhood bar.
Police are searching for one man wanted in connection to two separate stabbings in the New York City subway system.
A Bronx family is in mourning after a father who worked for the U.S. Postal Service was fatally stabbed during an argument Thursday while ordering a deli sandwich. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Gov. Kathy Hochul says the recent surge in violence in the subway "cannot continue." She says she will include new legislation in the executive budget to change New York's involuntary commitment standards. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
Damar Hamlin, of the Buffalo Bills, is honoring the trainers who helped save his life and announced the Buffalo Heroes Scholarship.
