Judge gives NYC DOE until end of year to improve special needs services
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The DOE says outdated numbers don't reflect progress, but it has internal data that does.
Is the DOE failing students with special needs? Last week, we told you how frustrated families often seek court medication but say they don't get solutions. Thursday, DOE officials appeared in front of a federal judge defending improvements they've made. CBS News New York education reporter Doug Williams has the story.
The Fazio family wants answers after years of dealing with unreliable school bus service for their son, Antonio.
They say it takes four to five hours per day for their developmentally disabled child to get to and from school. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid reports.
As NYC public school students returned to class Thursday, Gov. Kathy Hochul had a surprise to help usher in the new statewide ban on cellphones.
Students will lose access to their personal electronic devices from bell to bell. That includes phones, smartwatches and tablets.
Students across the five boroughs returned to the classroom on Thursday, and handed in electronic devices like phones, smart watches and tablets. CBS News New York's Doug Williams has more on how it went.
CBS News New York's Doug Williams spoke to students and parents about the new rule, while Natalie Duddridge was on hand for the first day in classrooms in Jersey City.
Local News NYC students head back to school, now with cellphone-free classrooms newyork By Updated on: September 4, 2025 / 7:31 AM EDT / CBS New York The first day of school for New York City students is here. Several new schools open Thursday, and students will have to adjust to a new rule – a statewide ban on cellphones during school hours.
The Yankees partnered with New York City Public Schools for a back-to-school resource fair at Yankee Stadium on Friday. As CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports, the event helped parents save and build a cushion for the surprises that can blow up a budget.
While it's just too early to know the impact it will have, CBS News New York's Doug Williams explains what it could mean for mental health, classroom interactions, and social media addiction.
As part of CBS News New York's back-to-school series this week, we spoke to experts about the uses -- and risks -- of AI in education.
It's not just students who are using it. A growing number of teachers, principals and administrators are, as well. CBS News New York's Doug Williams spoke to experts about the uses -- and risks -- of AI in education.
Immigration advocates rallied on the steps of the NYC Department of Education demanding ICE immediately release a Brooklyn student in custody.
NYC Public Schools are enacting a cellphone ban, as part of a new statewide law to eliminate distractions in the classroom.
Mayor Eric Adams announced late Wednesday night that every New York City Public School will have to comply with the state mandate to ban cell phones during school hours.
Aviles-Ramos started mid-school year after David Banks retired amid his involvement in the Adams investigation.
Thursday was the last day of school for New York City public school students, and the end of the first year under the leadership of Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos — but will it be the last? In an exclusive interview, she told CBS News New York education reporter Doug Williams more time would mean more change.
NYC public schools are open for the last day of school today. See the full 2024-2025 academic calendar.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday unveiled a landmark universal after-school program that will eventually be open to all students.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has unveiled a landmark universal after-school program that will eventually be open to all students. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer has more on the mayor's plan and what it means for parents and students.
Over 80% of New York City public schools built with the known carcinogen asbestos did not undergo mandatory inspections in 2023-2024, according to a new audit released by the city comptroller's office. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram takes a look at what this means for students, teachers and staff.
New York City public schools are moving one step closer to meeting a state mandate to have smaller class sizes.
The mayor and the schools chancellor announced this week the city will hire nearly 4,000 teachers for the next school year. Student advocates, however, told CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner the plan still doesn’t solve the issue of overcrowding.
NYC Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos says bullying and vaping are common concerns among students after going on a citywide listening tour.
The fire broke out just after 3:15 a.m. in a deli on the first floor of a five story building at Findlay Avenue and 170th Street in Morris Heights.
Joe Schoen will return as New York Giants general manager after getting a vote of confidence from owners John Mara and Steve Tisch.
An Elizabeth High School student was injured when a driver crashed through the wall of the auditorium, a city official said.
Small dueling rallies formed outside the federal courthouse in Lower Manhattan where ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro was arraigned.
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were appearing before a judge in New York to face charges related to drug trafficking after the U.S. military attack on Venezuela.
The fire broke out just after 3:15 a.m. in a deli on the first floor of a five story building at Findlay Avenue and 170th Street in Morris Heights.
Small dueling rallies formed outside the federal courthouse in Lower Manhattan where ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro was arraigned.
You'll want to bundle up Monday in the New York City area for a chilly start to the week before wetter, milder weather arrives midweek.
Protesters opposed to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro gathered outside the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn on Sunday.
Mamdani says tenants will testify at "Rental Ripoff" hearings before New York City takes action against "unconscionable" business practices.
You'll want to bundle up Monday in the New York City area for a chilly start to the week before wetter, milder weather arrives midweek.
We're stuck in the freezer Friday as temperatures will struggle to get out of the 20s in the Tri-State Area.
The first morning of 2026 featured a few rounds of snow across the Tri-State Area.
The last day of 2025 will feature a blend of clouds and sun in New York City.
Here's how to stream Times Square New Year's Eve performances on Wednesday night and the ball drop ushering in 2026.
An Elizabeth High School student was injured when a driver crashed through the wall of the auditorium, a city official said.
You'll want to bundle up Monday in the New York City area for a chilly start to the week before wetter, milder weather arrives midweek.
The inferno at the Crossfield Products facility has caused a strong chemical-like odor to spread through Roselle Park, New Jersey.
We're stuck in the freezer Friday as temperatures will struggle to get out of the 20s in the Tri-State Area.
The first morning of 2026 featured a few rounds of snow across the Tri-State Area.
You'll want to bundle up Monday in the New York City area for a chilly start to the week before wetter, milder weather arrives midweek.
The New York State Nurses Association served 12 private sector hospitals in New York City a 10-day strike notice Friday.
An extraordinary Christmas Day rescue in East Patchogue, Long Island, was caught on police body cameras.
MTA fare hikes are in effect, upping the cost of NYC subway and bus rides, and trips on the Long Island and Metro-North railroads.
We're stuck in the freezer Friday as temperatures will struggle to get out of the 20s in the Tri-State Area.
Small dueling rallies formed outside the federal courthouse in Lower Manhattan where ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro was arraigned.
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were appearing before a judge in New York to face charges related to drug trafficking after the U.S. military attack on Venezuela.
Mamdani says tenants will testify at "Rental Ripoff" hearings before New York City takes action against "unconscionable" business practices.
An indictment charging Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro with drug trafficking was unsealed Saturday.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he told President Trump directly that he opposed the U.S. military's capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
Brooklyn-based Maimonides Health is merging with NYC Health + Hospitals, New York City health leaders announced.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of new flu cases in New York led to a 38% jump from the previous week, according to state health officials.
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.
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, as crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
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.
Joe Schoen will return as New York Giants general manager after getting a vote of confidence from owners John Mara and Steve Tisch.
Taylor Hall had a goal and an assist, rookie Brandon Bussi stopped 28 shots and the Hurricanes beat the Devils 3-1 on Sunday night.
Mitch Trubisky threw four touchdown passes as the Bills bid a likely farewell to their long-time home with a 35-8 rout of the Jets on Sunday.
Michael Porter Jr. had 27 points, 11 rebounds and five assists, and the Nets beat the Nuggets 127-115 on Sunday.
Jaxson Dart threw two touchdown passes and the Giants ended their lost season on a two-game winning streak by beating the Cowboys 34-17 on Sunday.
City officials credit Project Restore, a paid mentorship and therapy initiative, with helping cut violence in Bed-Stuy and offering young men a path away from gangs.
Drumming, dance and hands-on workshops marked the 18th year the Brooklyn Children's Museum is hosting what leaders call New York City's largest family Kwanzaa festival.
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.
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.
The fire broke out just after 3:15 a.m. in a deli on the first floor of a five story building at Findlay Avenue and 170th Street in the Bronx. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.
The ousted Venezuelan president pleaded not guilty to federal narcoterrorism charges in Manhattan.
An Elizabeth High School student was injured when a driver crashed through the wall of the auditorium. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Small dueling rallies formed outside the federal courthouse in Lower Manhattan where ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro appeared before a judge. CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi reports.
The FDNY is investigating the cause of a massive fire at a deli in the Claremont section. Three people, including two firefighters, were hurt.
