San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama plays chess with fans in NYC park
San Antonio Spurs star player Victor Wembanyama played chess with fans in Washington Square Park on Saturday.
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San Antonio Spurs star player Victor Wembanyama played chess with fans in Washington Square Park on Saturday.
NBA star Victor Wembanyama played chess with fans in Washington Square Park while the San Antonio Spurs were in town to play the Knicks and Nets.
Timothée Chalamet surprised the crowd at his own look-alike contest Sunday at Washington Square Park in Manhattan.
Timothée Chalamet surprised the crowd at his own look-alike contest at Washington Square Park in Manhattan.
Fans of former One Direction member Liam Payne held a memorial at Washington Square Park on Saturday to honor the late pop star.
A memorial for former One Direction member Liam Payne was held at Washington Square Park on Saturday. He died earlier this week at age 31. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid spoke with fans who are mourning the loss.
The Illinois woman was fatally shot by a sheriff’s deputy more than two weeks ago. There has been outrage over her killing across the country, including in New York City. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the story.
Hundreds protested Sunday in Lower Manhattan over the death of Sonya Massey, the Illinois woman shot and killed by a sheriff's deputy.
Massey, 36, was shot and killed a police deputy inside her own Illinois home back on July 6, sparking outrage across the country. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the story.
Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old mother of two, was fatally shot by a sheriff's deputy inside her own Illinois home on July 6.
Hundreds gathered Thursday night to pay tribute to the 36-year-old mother of two, who was fatally shot earlier this month by a sheriff's deputy inside her own Illinois home. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Pro-Palestinian protesters marched to Washington Square Park Thursday after police set up barricades to prevent them from gathering inside Grand Central Terminal.
Pro-Palestinian protests continued across New York City on Friday. Here are the latest details about demonstrations at local schools and throughout the city.
Protesters from NYU began marching towards Washington Square Park on Friday afternoon. Dan Rice reports from Chopper 2.
Demonstrators are gathering in Washington Square Park on Sunday to honor those being held hostage by Hamas and mark 100 days since the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
Demonstrators gather in Washington Square Park on Sunday to honor those being held hostage by Hamas, marking 100 days since the Oct. 7 attack on Israel. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
A rally was held at Washington Square Park on Saturday calling for justice for inmates who have died on Rikers Island. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/49JZfDq
New York University students marched onto city streets and into Washington Square Park, where a rally was held.
Students from campuses across the country took part in a national student walkout in support of Palestinians on Wednesday. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports from Washington Square Park, where New York University students marched. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/45Rod0d
Although tensions were high, these were peaceful demonstrations.
As the war in Israel continues to intensify, so do demonstrations. Supporters from both sides staged dueling rallies in Washington Square Park on Tuesday. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/45BIDu4
As the war in Israel continues to intensify, so do demonstrations. Supports from both sides staged dueling rallies in New York City on Tuesday. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports from Washington Square Park. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/45BIDu4
The war between Israel and Hamas has sparked numerous rallies in the Tri-State Area. Tuesday, dueling demonstrations were held in Washington Square Park. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/45BIDu4
As the Israel-Hamas war intensifies, rallies in the Tri-State Area continue. Dueling rallies were held in Washington Square Park on Tuesday afternoon. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/45BIDu4
The group called for the de-escalation of tensions between Israel and Palestine.
There are mixed reviews after a controversial busway project aimed at improving bus times and congestion on Fordham Road in a busy section of the Bronx was canceled.
A personal attorney to President Trump for years, Alina Habba is known for her pugnacious defense in the media and in courtrooms.
Columbia University professors are pushing back after the school agreed to several of the Trump administration's demands.
A Northville Central, N.Y. high school basketball coach who was seen on video pulling a player's hair has issued an apology.
Nadine Menendez, the wife of convicted former Sen. Bob Menendez, faces opening statements today in her federal bribery trial in NYC.
There are mixed reviews after a controversial busway project aimed at improving bus times and congestion on Fordham Road in a busy section of the Bronx was canceled.
Columbia University professors are pushing back after the school agreed to several of the Trump administration's demands.
A Northville Central, N.Y. high school basketball coach who was seen on video pulling a player's hair has issued an apology.
Nadine Menendez, the wife of convicted former Sen. Bob Menendez, faces opening statements today in her federal bribery trial in NYC.
It's a rainy start to the work week for the NYC area. We're tracking light rain for the morning commute that picks up into the lunch hour.
It's a rainy start to the work week for the NYC area. We're tracking light rain for the morning commute that picks up into the lunch hour.
Following a brief warmup on Saturday will be a cooldown for Sunday.
Today is the first day of spring, and NYC and N.J. are expecting some rainy weather as the equinox arrives.
Stormy weather arrived overnight around the NYC area, bringing heavy rain and high winds.
We have a First Alert Weather Day coming our way, starting Sunday afternoon.
Nadine Menendez, the wife of convicted former Sen. Bob Menendez, faces opening statements today in her federal bribery trial in NYC.
It's a rainy start to the work week for the NYC area. We're tracking light rain for the morning commute that picks up into the lunch hour.
Celebrating 20 years as a band, the Jonas Brothers played a show at the American Dream mall on Sunday.
The Jonas Brothers stopped by a New York City pizza shop Saturday as part of their 20th anniversary celebration this weekend.
NJ Transit is offering a discount for commuters impacted by the I-80 sinkhole closures and detours in Wharton, New Jersey.
One person was killed Thursday in a crash involving a fire truck in Suffolk County.
Gabby Petito's grandmother announced a new fundraiser in her granddaughter's name Wednesday to mark what would have been Petito's 26th birthday.
Hempstead was once one of the most active business districts on Long Island. It now appears to be on the way to recovery.
Three Long Island fire departments that displayed the Confederate flag have now reached a settlement over alleged discrimination.
It's been four years since an acid attack left a Long Island college student disfigured. Nafiah Ikram was attacked in her Elmont driveway.
A personal attorney to President Trump for years, Alina Habba is known for her pugnacious defense in the media and in courtrooms.
Columbia University professors are pushing back after the school agreed to several of the Trump administration's demands.
Nadine Menendez, the wife of convicted former Sen. Bob Menendez, faces opening statements today in her federal bribery trial in NYC.
Democrats remained mum as they left Washington in the aftermath of the tense funding fight.
As Conan O'Brien was honored with the Mark Twain Prize at the Kennedy Center, many comics targeted President Trump from the stage.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
A New Jersey family says they would be heavily impacted by any proposed cuts to Medicaid.
As Americans live longer, there's a dire need to create an age-friendly health care system. But right now, there aren't enough doctors specializing in geriatrics to care for older adults.
Saturday marks five years since New York City announced citywide lockdowns due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Two cats in separate New York City households have tested positive for bird flu, the city health department says.
As Conan O'Brien was honored with the Mark Twain Prize at the Kennedy Center, many comics targeted President Trump from the stage.
Sunday was opening night on Broadway for "Othello," featuring two of Hollywood's biggest stars, Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal.
Celebrating 20 years as a band, the Jonas Brothers played a show at the American Dream mall on Sunday.
The Jonas Brothers stopped by a New York City pizza shop Saturday as part of their 20th anniversary celebration this weekend.
Country star Orville Peck will go unmasked when he makes his Broadway debut in the revival of "Cabaret."
A Northville Central, N.Y. high school basketball coach who was seen on video pulling a player's hair has issued an apology.
Miller Gardner, former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner's youngest son, died after getting sick on a family vacation, his parents say.
The New York Knicks beat the Washington Wizards 122-103 on Saturday night.
The Ottawa Senators held on to beat the New Jersey Devils 3-2 on Saturday night.
Emil Forsberg scored a goal in each half to lead the Red Bulls to a 2-1 victory over Toronto FC at Sports Illustrated Stadium on Saturday.
There are mixed reviews after a controversial busway project aimed at improving bus times and congestion on Fordham Road in a busy section of the Bronx was canceled.
Brooklyn's historic Hendrick I. Lott House is getting a long-overdue restoration. It's set to be transformed into Marine Park's first museum.
Tax season can bring added exposure to scams and fraud. A mother and daughter in Little Neck, Queens say it happened to them.
Yankee Stadium has unveiled new dining menu items ahead of the upcoming season.
Tensions are sparking in southern Brooklyn as residents learn of lithium-ion battery energy storage systems moving into vacant storefronts and lots along industrial corridors, many just steps from residential homes.
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."
Hochul said more domestic violence cases are being thrown out due to what she calls senseless loopholes in the law.
Jose Santiago, a Washingtonville police officer and retired NYPD officer, died in the crash on Route 17 in Orange County.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
NJ Transit is offering 50% off rides for commuters impacted by the sinkhole closures and detours in Wharton, New Jersey. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Columbia University professors are speaking out after the Ivy League school agreed to several demands from the Trump administration. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has the latest.
