South Bronx charter school helps families impacted by SNAP uncertainty
A charter school in the South Bronx is helping students and families affected by the uncertainty over SNAP food benefits.
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A charter school in the South Bronx is helping students and families affected by the uncertainty over SNAP food benefits.
Concerns over a so-called open air drug market in the South Bronx continue to soar. Wednesday, Rep. Ritchie Torres and community leaders spoke about the ongoing issue and say the mayor needs to take serious action in cleaning up the area. CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford reports.
CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford was there Thursday as the pleasant moment unfolded, and she shares why the teacher was honored.
For nearly a year, CBS News New York has been following the issue of used syringes and needles littering a park in the South Bronx. Residents say they've been trying to keep St. Mary's Park clean for decades, but it's not the only park with this problem. CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford spoke to city leaders who are stepping in to join the fight.
Air pollution in the New York metro region has been an ongoing concern for advocates who notice the negative health impacts it has on people, especially in the South Bronx. That's why Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson is asking Mayor Eric Adams for more funding for the Parks Department to plant more trees. CBS News New York's Erica Lunsford shows us the vision.
The announcement comes after the city just said the migrant population is declining and other shelters are closing. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has the story.
A library in the South Bronx has reopened after a major renovation.
All Hallows High School in the South Bronx is in danger of closing if it doesn't raise $2.5 million by Jan. 16.
All Hallows High School in the South Bronx is in danger of closing if it doesn't raise $2.5 million. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Months after CBS News New York's Shosh Bedrosian reported on hundreds of needles scattered across a Bronx park, leaders have now announced a multimillion dollar investment to combat the opioid crisis. Bedrosian explains why this could be a game changer.
Their talents are on display at an exhibit in the South Bronx. CBS News New York's Shosh Bedrosian reports.
The Bronx needs more trees, according to borough leaders who say greenery is important for the health and wellness of residents. CBS News New York's Shosh Bedrosian has covered air quality concerns in the borough and has more from the South Bronx.
Advocates say they've waited decades for an opportunity like this to reverse the wrongs done to their community. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian has the story.
Environmental groups in the South Bronx say the neighborhood is feeling the worst of the heat and humidity because of air pollution. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian has a closer look at the data.
A new green space is revitalizing a South Bronx neighborhood, and it's providing the Mott Haven community with a type of access they haven't had in a century. CBS New York's Alecia Reid has the story.
Former President Donald Trump held a major campaign rally on Thursday evening in the South Bronx.
While many supporters showed up in Crotona Park in the South Bronx to see the former president, there were also numerous protesters outside the park telling him he was not welcome. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.
Trump was expected to start speaking at around 6:30 p.m. in Crotona Park. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.
The rally is scheduled for 6 p.m. in Crotona Park. Trump is expected to address the economy, crime and immigration.
Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to hold a campaign rally Thursday in the South Bronx.
These women meet twice a week to create embroidery with the help from the non-profit Transnational People's Network. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian shares their story.
But as CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports, the only problem was two employees were stuck with the suspects while he ran to get help.
A video circulating online helped lead to the arrest of the suspect in a violent assault and rape in the South Bronx, police say.
A man has been arrested after shocking video was posted online earlier this week showing a woman being assaulted and raped in the Bronx. CBS New York's Derick Waller reports.
Community groups in the South Bronx want to clear the air. With high rates of asthma and air pollution in neighborhoods, they're making matters into their own hands. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian reports on the new project in Mott Haven. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/4833ngo
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.
There is frustration for drivers who park at a condemned garage in Westchester County. They have until Friday to move their vehicles.
An East Harlem community came together on Christmas Eve to remember a woman killed early Tuesday morning in a chain-reaction garbage truck crash involving fallen scaffolding.
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
It's practically the plot to "Home Alone." A quick-thinking 12-year-old boy in Medford stopped a burglar who broke into his home, police said.
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.
There is frustration for drivers who park at a condemned garage in Westchester County. They have until Friday to move their vehicles.
An East Harlem community came together on Christmas Eve to remember a woman killed early Tuesday morning in a chain-reaction garbage truck crash involving fallen scaffolding.
It's practically the plot to "Home Alone." A quick-thinking 12-year-old boy in Medford stopped a burglar who broke into his home, police said.
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Friday evening into Saturday morning due to snow.
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.
It's practically the plot to "Home Alone." A quick-thinking 12-year-old boy in Medford stopped a burglar who broke into his home, police said.
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.
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
After hundreds of messages of kindness were found sprinkled all over New York City over the last few months, CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger tracked down the person responsible.
As CBS News New York's John Dias reports, one of Coney Island's largest food pantries, which has served neighbors for more than two decades, is now asking the community for help to survive.
The worst part is, they only have until Friday to move their vehicles out and find somewhere else to park. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
CBS News New York's John Dias reports how dozens of kids in the Hempstead area are able to feel the magic of the season.
CBS News New York's Craig Allen is tracking the storm, which is expected to move into the area during the early evening on Friday.
