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Legendary actor James Earl Jones dies at 93
Jones won numerous awards during his long career and is known for iconic roles like Darth Vader in "Star Wars," and Mufasa in "The Lion King." CBS News New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
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Jones won numerous awards during his long career and is known for iconic roles like Darth Vader in "Star Wars," and Mufasa in "The Lion King." CBS News New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.
Today is May 4, unofficially known as Star Wars Day. Actress Carrie Fisher, who died in 2016 and played the movie franchise's beloved Princess Leia Organa, will be posthumously honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Dan Zehr, host of "Coffee with Kenobi" and co-author of "The Star Wars Book," discusses the franchise's significance with CBS News' Vlad Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green.
Austin Wells homered and finished with four RBIs in the Yankees' 10-4 win over the Royals on Monday.
The Mets scored on a wild pitch and a passed ball in the eighth inning and went on to top the Blue Jays 3-2 on Monday.
NYPD plans to up security at NYC synagogues after a thwarted terror attack and as the Jewish High Holidays approach.
Artist Ken Rush looks back at his painting of the twin towers under construction, 30 years before 9/11.
Residents in one Paterson neighborhood say someone is going to get hurt if drivers keep breaking the law.
NYPD plans to up security at NYC synagogues after a thwarted terror attack and as the Jewish High Holidays approach.
Artist Ken Rush looks back at his painting of the twin towers under construction, 30 years before 9/11.
A CBS News data investigation has found an increase in election supervisors leaving their jobs.
A Holtsville, Long Island neighborhood is struggling to understand how two small children got out of their apartment and drowned in a pond.
There are many questions about NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban's future amid an ongoing federal corruption investigation.
Temps will top out in the low 70s, far below normal, for a fall-like feel Sunday in the Tri-State Area.
A strong cold front will a bring a taste of fall to the region Sunday.
A porch pirate disguised as an Amazon driver was caught on video stealing a package at a home in Naugatuck, Connecticut.
While there are a some rain chances over the next three days, the long Labor Day weekend will feature plenty of dry time as well.
New York and New Jersey woke up to rainy weather Friday, as many set out for Labor Day weekend.
Residents in one Paterson neighborhood say someone is going to get hurt if drivers keep breaking the law.
A CBS News data investigation has found an increase in election supervisors leaving their jobs.
Family and friends came together Monday at St. Mary Magdalen Church in Delaware County for a funeral for Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.
The Jets open the season against the 49ers with the NFL's longest active playoff drought.
The number of people who died after volunteering, working or living near ground zero has surpassed the number of people killed in the 9/11 attacks.
A Holtsville, Long Island neighborhood is struggling to understand how two small children got out of their apartment and drowned in a pond.
The Jets open the season against the 49ers with the NFL's longest active playoff drought.
The number of people who died after volunteering, working or living near ground zero has surpassed the number of people killed in the 9/11 attacks.
Daniel Jones was outplayed badly by Sam Darnold in the Giants' 28-6 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.
Temps will top out in the low 70s, far below normal, for a fall-like feel Sunday in the Tri-State Area.
Residents in one Paterson neighborhood say someone is going to get hurt if drivers keep breaking the law.
A CBS News data investigation has found an increase in election supervisors leaving their jobs.
There are many questions about NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban's future amid an ongoing federal corruption investigation.
The Adams administration showcased its various efforts to keep pace with extreme weather events and climate change in Queens.
The ABC News-hosted debate is the first time Donald Trump and Kamala Harris will face off on the issues.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order expanding access to the COVID-19 vaccine Wednesday.
Trucks will be back on New York City streets again Tuesday and Thursday to conduct additional spraying for mosquitoes.
Two people in New Jersey have died from West Nile virus this year, state health officials said Friday.
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to recalled Boar's Head deli meat is the largest in the U.S. in more than a decade.
A listeria outbreak linked to deli meats has led to one death in New York, the CDC said Wednesday.
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, says she's finished chemotherapy less than six months after she announced her cancer diagnosis.
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
The teen idol who helped ignite the 1960s surfing craze as a handsome beach boy in the "Gidget" movies, James Darren has died at 88.
Joey Chestnut ate a world record 83 hot dogs in 10 minutes on Monday, relishing another victory against rival Takeru Kobayashi.
Austin Wells homered and finished with four RBIs in the Yankees' 10-4 win over the Royals on Monday.
The Mets scored on a wild pitch and a passed ball in the eighth inning and went on to top the Blue Jays 3-2 on Monday.
Ed Kranepool, a New York Mets Hall of Famer and the longest tenured player in team history, has died at 79, the team announced.
Family and friends came together Monday at St. Mary Magdalen Church in Delaware County for a funeral for Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.
The Jets open the season against the 49ers with the NFL's longest active playoff drought.
Artist Ken Rush looks back at his painting of the twin towers under construction, 30 years before 9/11.
This year CCCADI in East Harlem honors Haiti as the first Black independent nation.
It comes despite an overall increase of more than $17 million in grants announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul in February.
Queens residents are sounding the alarm about illegal trash dumping where Jackson Heights meets Woodside.
A New York City artist returned to her childhood favorite restaurant to restore a ceiling mural damaged in a flood.
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."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Holtsville residents are struggling to understand how the small children got out of their apartment and drowned in a pond. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
There are new questions about Caban's tenure at the top of the nation's largest police department, amid an on-going federal corruption investigation that also involves his twin brother. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer has the latest.
The Adams administration showcased its various efforts to keep pace with extreme weather events and climate change in Queens. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.
CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer looks back on Kranepool's career, including his role on the 1969 World Series championship team.
NYPD plans to up security at synagogues after a thwarted terror attack and as the Jewish High Holidays approach. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.