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Join us for Queens Pride on June 7, 2026

Celebrate Pride with us in Queens on Sunday, June 7, 2026.

  • May 20
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Join us for the Great Strides Walk on June 3, 2026

Cystic Fibrosis affects nearly 40,000 Americans, and unfortunately there's no cure. But there is hope. Join us as we stride together in search of a cure.

  • May 20
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Join us for Great Strides 2026 as we walk to cure cystic fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis affects nearly 40,000 Americans. Unfortunately, there's no cure. But there is hope, and you can be a part of that hope.

  • May 5
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Join us April 19 for the Lustgarten Foundation's NYC Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research

Join us and be a force for progress at the 2026 Lustgarten Foundation's New York City Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research.

  • Mar 31
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#BetterTogether: Season of Giving 2025

CBS News New York is teaming up with the Community Food Bank of New Jersey for the 25th Annual Turkey Drive.

  • Nov 22, 2025
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CBS News New York and Wegmans launch Season of Giving Check Out Hunger drive

CBS News New York is teaming up with Wegmans Food Markets and local food banks during our "Season Of Giving Check Out Hunger" campaign.

  • Nov 15, 2025
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Komen NYC Race for the Cure raises $588,000 for breast cancer research

This year marks 35 years of Koman's annual event raising money for breast cancer research, advocacy and support.

  • Sep 7, 2025
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Marcum Workplace Challenge set for Jones Beach on July 30

The CBIZ Workplace Challenge​ - formerly known as the Marcum Workplace Challenge​ - is returning to Jones Bearch on Tuesday, Aug. 5.

  • Jul 15, 2025
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Juneteenth Festival fashion show's resilience theme inspires designers

The theme for this year's Juneteenth New York​ fashion show is resilience, and designers are incorporating colors of the Juneteenth flag. Models will strut the runway in colors that represent resilience and strength.

  • Jun 13, 2025
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Queens Pride Parade 2025 takes over Jackson Heights

The Queens Pride Parade, one of the oldest and largest LGBTQ pride parades in NYC, returned to Jackson Heights on Sunday.

  • Jun 1, 2025
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Queens Pride Parade returns to Jackson Heights on Sunday, June 1, 2025

This Pride parade and multicultural festival in Jackson Heights has been going strong since 1993, making it the second-oldest of its kind in the City.

  • May 21, 2025
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Lustgarten Foundation walk held at Battery Park City

On Sunday, CBS News New York joined the nonprofit at its annual walk to benefit pancreatic cancer research. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.

  • May 4, 2025
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Lustgarten Foundation's NYC Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research set for May 4, 2025

Be a force for progress at the Lustgarten Foundation's New York City Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research.

  • Apr 30, 2025
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Community Food Bank of New Jersey hosts annual pack-a-thon

April is National Volunteer Month, and Community Food Bank of New Jersey needs help year round tackling hunger and food insecurity.

  • Apr 5, 2025
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#BetterTogether: Season of Giving 2024

More than 44 million people, including about seven million children, were food insecure in 2023, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.

  • Dec 14, 2024
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New York Common Pantry volunteers come through for their community

CBS News New York is teaming up with the NY Common Pantry for their annual toy drive. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu and Mary Calvi report.

  • Dec 14, 2024
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New York Common Pantry providing crucial services during the holidays

In another example of New Yorkers helping New Yorkers, the NY Common Pantry is giving out donated toys and more for the holiday season. CBS News New York's Elaine Quijano reports.

  • Dec 14, 2024
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More NYC full-time workers seeking help from food pantries, report finds

A recent report shows a need for change at city-run food pantries. The New York Common Pantry​ says an unexpected clientele is seeking support - New Yorkers who work full time.

  • Dec 3, 2024
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CBS News New York teams up with CFBNJ for Season of Giving food drives

Spirits were high and donations were plentiful Saturday for our Season of Giving. CBS News New York is teaming up with the Community FoodBank of New Jersey to make sure all families have access to a meal this holiday season. Our teams spread out at three drop-off locations in New Jersey to collect donations.

  • Nov 23, 2024
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3rd annual Turkey Drive with Community Food Bank of New Jersey

For the third year in a row, CBS News New York is teaming up with our partners at the Community Food Bank of New Jersey for a Thanksgiving Turkey Drive.

  • Nov 16, 2024
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2024 Walk to Cure Lupus raises nearly $300,000, organizers say

The annual Walk to Cure Lupus was held Saturday in New York City. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis and Tony Sadiku welcomed teams taking part in the walk.

  • Oct 19, 2024
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How the AFSP is working to prevent suicide

CBS News New York's John Elliott spoke to Nyjah Walters, with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, about the Out of the Darkness Walk and environmental risk factors for suicide. If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

  • Oct 6, 2024
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Arrive early or you could be turned away from Knicks parade, NYPD says

Admission to the Knicks parade along the Canyon of Heroes​ on Thursday will be on a first-come, first-serve basis and once the pens are full, the NYPD will turn people away.

  • updated 51M ago
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Jalen Brunson on showing respect, hard lessons from dad and not losing his cool

An image of Jalen Brunson and his father, Rick, in an emotional hug after the Knicks' championship win on Saturday spread rapidly. But what came before that moment says a lot more about their relationship.

  • 2H ago
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"The most famous judge in America, for a while," on highs and lows of a Trump trial

In an exclusive interview with CBS News, retired Justice Arthur Engoron reflected on the highs and lows of the 2023 Trump civil fraud trial.

  • 2H ago
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Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue psychiatric defense in NYS murder trial

Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue that he was suffering from an extreme emotional disturbance when he allegedly killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

  • 1H ago

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Arrive early or you could be turned away from Knicks parade, NYPD says

Admission to the Knicks parade along the Canyon of Heroes​ on Thursday will be on a first-come, first-serve basis and once the pens are full, the NYPD will turn people away.

  • updated 51M ago
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Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue psychiatric defense in NYS murder trial

Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue that he was suffering from an extreme emotional disturbance when he allegedly killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

  • 1H ago
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Rex Heuermann sentenced to life in prison for Gilgo Beach serial killings

Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings.

  • 1H ago
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Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann to be sentenced on Wednesday

Wednesday is sentencing day for Rex Heuermann, long the suspect in Gilgo Beach serial killer case that has loomed over Long Island for more than three decades.

  • 15H ago
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Severe weather warnings popping up as NYC is under heat advisory

Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.

  • Jun 11
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Heat advisory for NYC and beyond in effect Thursday and Friday

Thursday and Friday will be First Alert Weather Days in the New York City area, with high temperatures and the chance for strong storms.

  • Jun 11
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Severe weather in NYC area brings hail, damaging winds

Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.

  • Jun 6
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Unseasonably warm NYC, N.J. weather brings chance for showers

It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.

  • May 27
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Some who avoided NJ Transit for World Cup match learned hard lessons

New Jersey officials are once again urging World Cup ticket holders to lean on public transportation to get to Tuesday's match between France and Senegal.

  • Jun 15
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Rex Heuermann sentenced to life in prison for Gilgo Beach serial killings

Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings.

  • 1H ago
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Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann to be sentenced on Wednesday

Wednesday is sentencing day for Rex Heuermann, long the suspect in Gilgo Beach serial killer case that has loomed over Long Island for more than three decades.

  • 15H ago
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126th U.S. Open set to tee off at historic Shinnecock Hills Golf Club

The best golfers in the world and their passionate fans are descending on Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on Long Island's East End for the 126th U.S. Open.

  • 19H ago
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3 million N.Y. residents to receive $2 billion in tax relief checks

There is good news for hard-pressed New York state residents -- 3 million will be receiving tax relief checks in the next few months.

  • 19H ago
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"The most famous judge in America, for a while," on highs and lows of a Trump trial

In an exclusive interview with CBS News, retired Justice Arthur Engoron reflected on the highs and lows of the 2023 Trump civil fraud trial.

  • 2H ago
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3 million N.Y. residents to receive $2 billion in tax relief checks

There is good news for hard-pressed New York state residents -- 3 million will be receiving tax relief checks in the next few months.

  • 19H ago
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The Valerie Fund changes lives of children with cancer, blood disorders

A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund​ is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.

  • Jun 5
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πŸ‘ The 79th Annual Tony Awards - Show

Tony Awards honor "Schmigadoon!" and more. See the full winners list.

"Schmigadoon!" β€” which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 β€” won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.

  • Jun 8
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"Ragtime": A timeless musical

The Broadway revival of the musical (nominated for 11 Tony Awards) depicts drama, joy and heartbreak in the pursuit of the American Dream at the turn of the 20th century, with parallels to the contemporary world, from issues of race to the immigrant experience.

  • Jun 7
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Arrive early or you could be turned away from Knicks parade, NYPD says

Admission to the Knicks parade along the Canyon of Heroes​ on Thursday will be on a first-come, first-serve basis and once the pens are full, the NYPD will turn people away.

  • updated 51M ago
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Jalen Brunson on showing respect, hard lessons from dad and not losing his cool

An image of Jalen Brunson and his father, Rick, in an emotional hug after the Knicks' championship win on Saturday spread rapidly. But what came before that moment says a lot more about their relationship.

  • 2H ago
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Early 3-run homer spoils Kodai Senga's return as Mets fall to Reds

Sal Stewart hit a three-run homer and Spencer Steer added a solo shot during a four-run first inning as the Reds defeated the Mets 5-3 on Tuesday night.

  • 15H ago
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Yankees blast 4 homers, hammer Davis Martin, White Sox

Spencer Jones homered in the second inning, Ben Rice and Paul Goldschmidt each added a two-run drive in the fourth, and the Yankees rocked the White Sox 12-2 on Tuesday night.

  • 16H ago
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126th U.S. Open set to tee off at historic Shinnecock Hills Golf Club

The best golfers in the world and their passionate fans are descending on Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on Long Island's East End for the 126th U.S. Open.

  • 19H ago
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Community Journalism

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Coney Island vending machine sells local mystery art

A vending machine in Coney Island is offering something unusual alongside the neighborhood's classic attractions: original artwork from local artists.

  • Jun 15
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Rival groups pushing opposing visions for abandoned railroad tracks in Queens

A years-long battle is intensifying over the future of an old rail line in Queens that was abandoned after a fire over 50 years ago.

  • Jun 11
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The Cotton Club joins list of jazz clubs closing in Harlem

Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.

  • Jun 5
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See photos of the 2026 NYC Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival

People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.

  • Apr 5
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Halloween Dog Parade 2025 photos from Tompkins Square Park

The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.

  • Oct 20, 2025
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder

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.

  • Jun 1, 2025
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Notable Deaths in 2025

A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.

  • Jan 3
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Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann gets life in prison

Heuermann, 62, admitted in April to the killings of eight sex workers between 1993 and 2010. He will serve his sentence in state prison. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.

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Sunny, warm weather with a chance for showers in N.Y.

It's a beautiful day with warm temperatures, but the chance for storms is increasing. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.

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Iran deal receives praise from world leaders while U.S. politicians still have questions

The initial agreement with Iran is receiving a lot of praise from world leaders, but political leaders back home have more questions about the deal. CBS News New York's Natalie Brand reports.

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Get to the Knicks parade early or you could miss out

The route along the Canyon of Heroes will feature 23 entry points, but once those pens are filled, the NYPD will turn people away, sources tell CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer.

  • 2H ago
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Man faces charges after allegedly hitting ICE officer with van, prosecutors say

An undocumented immigrant is facing charges after he rammed his vehicle into an immigration agent when he was pulled over in New Jersey, according to prosecutors.

  • 2H ago
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