Female World War II Vets Honored During Banquet At Long Island Museum
Heartfelt cheers erupted for the women of World War II in Nassau County inside the Armor Museum in Old Bethpage.
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Heartfelt cheers erupted for the women of World War II in Nassau County inside the Armor Museum in Old Bethpage.
The pictures show thousands of soldiers forced to quickly celebrate a Passover meal even as deadly fighting continued all around them.
Then-17-year-old Brooklyn native Gerard Barbosa was among the sailors caught off guard on Dec. 7, 1941.
On Dec. 7, 1941, a Japanese admiral led the attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, leaving thousands dead and prompting the United States to enter World War II.
The woman kissed by an ecstatic sailor in Times Square celebrating the end of World War II has died.
Around 140,000 people, or more than half of Hiroshima's population at the time, died in the first atomic bombing on August 6,1945, with another 70,000 people perishing in the bomb dropped over Nagasaki August 9, 1945.
President Barack Obama arrived at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Friday on a historic visit to the city where the U.S. dropped the first atomic bomb.
When Jerry Wilson moved into his Cranford home he had no idea how much history was tucked behind the attic wall.
The Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation organized the renovation.
The proud sons of Yonkers bore witness to history. They saw the worst of humankind and the best.
For the crowds enjoying the Memorial Day reenactment, the reality of combat quickly sun in.
It took Holocaust survivor Helen Terris 50 years to talk about the unspeakable horrors that destroyed her childhood, but she endures the pain of recounting those harrowing days.
Seventy years ago Tuesday, Russian troops liberated the infamous Auschwitz Nazi death camp in Poland – giving the world its first glimpse of the atrocities committed against Jews and other minorities.
A lucky group of students in Queens received an extra-special living history lesson on Thursday.
A World War II veteran finally has the Purple Heart that he earned in a fierce and legendary battle against the Germans.
A wreath adorned with small American flags are placed against the monument every Memorial Day -- and usually stay put for the year without having to be secured.
America celebrates the day with pomp and circumstance, and the playing of Taps. In Bloomfield people of all ages gathered to honor every veteran from every war or conflict, living or dead.
An old tradition met a new generation on Long Island on Friday when a group of young school children met their pen pals.
A New Jersey couple received a special honor on Thursday, one that was decades in the making. The husband and wife were celebrated for their heroism in serving in World War II.
Many know Chicago is known as "the Windy City" and Wrigley Field is one of America's oldest baseball stadiums, but there are a lot of other things about this great city that are not widely known.
MacNair enlisted in the Army in 1941. He served first as a medic and later with the special forces as part of a glider operation. He vividly remembers a close call that he had in France.
Fifty-five World War II veterans were honored Saturday, after taking the Honor Flight from Long Island to Washington, D.C., to visit the World War II memorial.
A World War II veteran who had been missing for nearly a week has been located in good condition, police said.
Richard Micheaux, 92, was last seen taking his regular morning walk on Amsterdam Avenue. He lives on Convent Avenue in Hamilton Heights.
The left side of Herman Zeitchik's chest was covered in medals, but you couldn't see them until his wife opened his graduation gown.
A judge has scheduled a preliminary injunction hearing Friday for four of the New York-based lawsuits challenging congestion pricing.
A wintry mix of rain and snow is blowing into NYC, just in time for the evening commute and the start of holiday travel.
Luigi Mangione is at Metropolitan Detention Center Brooklyn on federal charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
With the first day of winter quickly approaching, it's time to take a look at what's in store, and how La Niña may factor in.
Karl-Anthony Towns had 32 points and 20 rebounds in his return to Minnesota, leading the inspired Knicks past the Timberwolves on Thursday night.
A judge has scheduled a preliminary injunction hearing Friday for four of the New York-based lawsuits challenging congestion pricing.
A wintry mix of rain and snow is blowing into NYC, just in time for the evening commute and the start of holiday travel.
Luigi Mangione is at Metropolitan Detention Center Brooklyn on federal charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
With the first day of winter quickly approaching, it's time to take a look at what's in store, and how La Niña may factor in.
Mets owner Steve Cohen's Metropolitan Park casino complex proposal has picked up steam after gaining the Queens borough president's approval.
A judge has scheduled a preliminary injunction hearing Friday for four of the New York-based lawsuits challenging congestion pricing.
A wintry mix of rain and snow is blowing into NYC, just in time for the evening commute and the start of holiday travel.
With the first day of winter quickly approaching, it's time to take a look at what's in store, and how La Niña may factor in.
We're in for a generally sunny day with some clouds from time to time — certainly nothing to fret about. Friday's a First Alert Weather Day, as we're anticipating rain and snow showers to develop.
Cold, rainy weather returns to NYC and the surrounding area today, and it's time to track some more snow later this week.
A judge has scheduled a preliminary injunction hearing Friday for four of the New York-based lawsuits challenging congestion pricing.
A wintry mix of rain and snow is blowing into NYC, just in time for the evening commute and the start of holiday travel.
With the first day of winter quickly approaching, it's time to take a look at what's in store, and how La Niña may factor in.
Some New Jersey American Water customers say their water is coming out brown or has an unusual taste or odor.
The New Jersey Supreme Court has put a hold on an appeals court decision to put the Paterson Police Department back under local control.
A judge has scheduled a preliminary injunction hearing Friday for four of the New York-based lawsuits challenging congestion pricing.
We're in for a generally sunny day with some clouds from time to time — certainly nothing to fret about. Friday's a First Alert Weather Day, as we're anticipating rain and snow showers to develop.
The mysterious drones seen flying over New Jersey and several other East Coast states have prompted a ban from the FAA.
If you're a National Grid customer in New York City or on Long Island, it's going to cost more to heat with gas this winter.
The Long Island Expressway has reopened hours after a deadly crash caused major delays for the morning commute.
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo filed a lawsuit Thursday against a former aide, Charlotte Bennett, who alleged he sexually harassed her in 2020.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' former chief advisor Ingrid Lewis-Martin has been indicted on bribery charges, the Manhattan DA announced.
A move in Congress by Sen. Chuck Schumer that would have allowed towns to track drones was blocked Wednesday.
A federal bill that could help prevent e-bike and e-scooter battery fires is finally nearing the finish line, according to the FDNY.
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, New York City Mayor Eric Adams' former chief advisor, is expected to report to court Thursday to face charges, her attorney said.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
New York Congressman-elect George Latimer expects "major pushback" to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s potential vaccine policy if he heads Donald Trump's Health and Human Services Department.
A breakthrough treatment is making a huge difference for stroke survivors, improving hand and arm function, and their quality of life.
CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu's mental illness did not stop her. Now, she's highlighting hope and solutions.
Suffolk County is warning parents about the dangers of co-sleeping after three more infants who shared beds with adults died in the last four weeks.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was back in federal court in Lower Manhattan on Wednesday for a pretrial hearing.
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
The annual gala at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts features personalized tributes with performances and testimonials from fellow artists.
Karl-Anthony Towns had 32 points and 20 rebounds in his return to Minnesota, leading the inspired Knicks past the Timberwolves on Thursday night.
The Brooklyn Nets overcame a 10-point deficit and beat the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night.
The Columbus Blue Jackets snapped a five-game skid with a victory over the New Jersey Devils on Thursday night.
The Yankees on Wednesday introduced one of their latest big name acquisitions – left-handed starting pitcher Max Fried.
Juuse Saros made 25 saves to lead the Nashville Predators to a victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday night.
Mets owner Steve Cohen's Metropolitan Park casino complex proposal has picked up steam after gaining the Queens borough president's approval.
Parts of the MTA's emergency exit infrastructure are in a hazardous state of disrepair, according to a new audit report.
The Riverside Church of New York announced this week plans to close its Weekday School after 95 years of caring for local children.
Neighbors living in communities without subway stops say congestion pricing has caused many to consider leaving New York City.
As development continues in Gowanus, Powerhouse Arts, housed in an old power station, works to keep artists in the neighborhood.
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."
A judge has scheduled a preliminary injunction hearing for four of the New York-based lawsuits challenging congestion pricing.
The UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect was extradited back to New York on Thursday where he is now facing four federal charges. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has the latest.
With Christmas and Hanukkah approaching, holiday travelers will be out in force this weekend. As CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports, millions will be hitting the road or catching a flight.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
The man accused of killing the UnitedHealthcare CEO is back in New York City and in custody. Luigi Mangione is being held at a federal prison in Brooklyn, the same facility housing Sean "Diddy" Combs. CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro reports.
