Nelson Mandela's grandson, Nkosi "Mandla" Mandela, visits Bed-Stay school named after the late anti-apartheid leader
Nkosi "Mandela" Mandela, politician and tribal chief, visited a Bed-Stay school his grandfather visited in 1990.
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Nkosi "Mandela" Mandela, politician and tribal chief, visited a Bed-Stay school his grandfather visited in 1990.
High school students in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, got a historic visit from the grandson of Nelson Mandela on Friday. As CBS2's Hannah Kliger reports, the visit to the Nelson Mandela School for Social Justice is designed to bridge relationships between New York City and South Africa.
"Find meaning and purpose in the struggle," Prince Harry said as he addressed the United Nations on Monday.
Mayor Eric Adams was among the speakers at Monday's ceremony.
The former president gave a warning about what he says is a growing number of politicians pushing a quote "politics of fear, resentment and retrenchment."
"She succumbed peacefully in the early hours of Monday afternoon surrounded by her family and loved ones," the family said in a statement.
Nelson Mandela came to New York in June 1990 as part of an eight-city tour of the United States.
As a pool reporter, our Steve Reed was part of the motorcade as Mandela went from point A to point B. He describes it as a "spiritual experience."
Mandela, who died in December at age 95, had visited the Boys and Girls High School in Bedford-Stuyvesant 24 years ago.
Mandela's plaque was unveiled in a ceremony before Wednesday night's game against the Cubs.
The Yankees had something special in store for Jackie Robinson Day. But the weather refused to cooperate.
Sean Leonard said he was eager to see the suspect who allegedly stole nearly $30,000 of art work from his Williamsburg gallery, punished.
The poll looked at the public's expectations for the new year and asked their opinions about the most important news stories and pop culture moments of 2013.
Nelson Mandela was buried Sunday after a funeral ceremony that included a 21-gun salute.
As motorcyclists in uniform and armored personnel carriers escorted the vehicle carrying Mandela's casket to the family compound, people lining the route sang, applauded and, in some cases, wept.
The sign-language interpreter on stage at Nelson Mandela's globally broadcast memorial service was a faker who was waving his arms around meaninglessly, advocates for the deaf said Wednesday.
President Barack Obama praised Nelson Mandela as the last great liberator of the 20th century, urging the world to carry on his legacy by fighting inequality, poverty and discrimination.
President Obama, British Prime Minister David Cameron and Denmark's Prime Minister Helle Thorning Schmidt were snapped posing for a selfie during Mandela's memorial.
"The Struggle For Justice: Nelson Mandela, A Tribute," will be on display through Dec. 21 at two locations.
Leaders from around the world were heading to South Africa on Monday to attend a memorial honoring Nelson Mandela.
The plaque will pay tribute to Mandela's June 1990 visit to Yankee Stadium, the New York Times reported.
While South Africans of all races flocked to houses of worship Sunday for a national day of prayer and reflection to honor Nelson Mandela on Sunday, the former South African president and civil rights icon was also being remembered in the United States.
In their first statement since his death, Nelson Mandela's family says they've ``lost a great man, a son of the soil.''
Soon-to-return NYPD Commissioner William Bratton was making the rounds with Mayor-elect Bill de Blasio Saturday, including a stop at the Rev. Al Sharpton's National Action Network.
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.
The New York Giants are releasing quarterback Daniel Jones days after announcing Tommy DeVito will take over as the team's starter, owner John Mara says.
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.
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
Ramon Rivera, the man accused of killing three people in a stabbing rampage in New York City, is not appearing in court Friday because of a mental health evaluation.
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.
Ramon Rivera, the man accused of killing three people in a stabbing rampage in New York City, is not appearing in court Friday because of a mental health evaluation.
A Red Alert is in effect this morning as snow triggers winter weather alerts in the Tri-State Area.
CBS News New York's Dick Brennan went to JFK, LaGuardia and Newark Airport to find out, is air travel really getting worse?
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.
A Red Alert is in effect this morning as snow triggers winter weather alerts in the Tri-State Area.
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.
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.
A Red Alert is in effect this morning as snow triggers winter weather alerts in the Tri-State Area.
CBS News New York's Dick Brennan went to JFK, LaGuardia and Newark Airport to find out, is air travel really getting worse?
A Woodbridge, New Jersey homeowner was arrested Thursday after investigators say he started a fire that damaged six homes, including his own.
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.
A Red Alert is in effect this morning as snow triggers winter weather alerts in the Tri-State Area.
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.
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.
A plan to regionalize some New York public school services has set off alarm bells among Long Island parents and educators.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
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.
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.
Sean "Diddy" Combs has tried to reach out to prospective witnesses and sway public opinion from jail in NYC to influence potential jurors in his sex trafficking trial, prosecutors say.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
The New York Giants are releasing quarterback Daniel Jones days after announcing Tommy DeVito will take over as the team's starter, owner John Mara says.
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.
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was a unanimous pick to win his second American League Most Valuable Player Award in three seasons on Thursday.
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.
The Hispanic Society's new exhibit traces how different cultures influenced the women of Spain as they found their own voices throughout history.
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."
MTA Chair Janno Lieber spoke out after the Federal Highway Administration gave the green light to congestion pricing, setting the stage for it to start on Jan. 5.
The MTA announced the Federal Highway Administration has given congestion pricing the green light, clearing the way for it to start on Jan. 5.
The first major snowstorm of the season is making its presence felt across the region, bringing heavy snow, power outages and school closures. Hundreds were left without power, including a community already reeling from weeks of wildfires. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's updated Friday afternoon forecast on CBS News New York.
President-elect Donald Trump's sentencing in his criminal "hush money" trial has been postponed. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
