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Class Act with Chris Wragge returns for 1st stop of school year
Class Act with Chris Wragge is back for our first stop of the school year at West Hempstead High School on Long Island.
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Class Act with Chris Wragge is back for our first stop of the school year at West Hempstead High School on Long Island.
They say money makes the world go round. But who's supposed to teach you how to manage it?
The Westchester County, New York school, Shrub Oak, has been investigated for reports of abuse and neglect. Yet, CPS continues sending kids there.
CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff has more on Commack's own teaching farm.
A school bus company is under fire after a 5-year-old student was left at the wrong bus stop on Long Island. The little boy was found wandering on a busy street – unhurt but frightened. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan spoke with the child's father.
A lawsuit alleges that kids in need of special education programs often aren't going to school because New York City schools don't have the necessary resources.
There are claims that kids in need of special education programs at New York City schools often aren't going to class because the school doesn't have what they need. That's according to a lawsuit filed by the Legal Aid Society. CBS News New York's education reporter Doug Williams has the story.
A school bus company is under fire after a 5-year-old student was left at the wrong bus stop in East Meadow, Long Island.
Many New York City Public Schools parents and students say city school buses are often arriving too early, too late or not at all.
Many public school parents and students across the boroughs are speaking out and desperate for answers. They say city school buses are often arriving too early, too late or not at all, and as education reporter Doug Williams learned, parents' complaints often go unanswered.
The current New York City schools chancellor was expected to stay until Dec. 31, but will now depart in the middle of October. CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu reports.
New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks will be retiring in October, not at the end of December as originally announced.
NYC high school admissions start this month, and there are some changes families need to know as they navigate the application process.
Nassau County public and private schools have been dealing with dozens of false threats this year.
There's concern at Nassau County schools, which have seen more than triple the number of false threat calls so far this school year compared to last year. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Richie Henderson was killed in a subway shooting earlier this year. For 10 years he watched over students from Avenues of the World School. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian reports
The incoming head of New York City Public Schools sat down Thursday with CBS News New York, one day after she was appointed to replace the retiring David Banks.
Should babies and toddlers learn to sign? Studies show it can can decrease frustration and increase self-esteem. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Aviles-Ramos told education reporter Doug Williams about her goals once she takes over for David Banks after he retires on Dec. 31.
CBS News New York's Doug Williams has more on the new leader of New York City Public Schools and a look at the current one who says he's retiring.
Taylor Swift and her boyfriend Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, were spotted at Yankee Stadium for Game 1 of the ALCS.
A Harlem poll site coordinator with special needs is empowering others like him to get out and vote on Election Day.
A $2,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest after a Bronx gas station worker was stabbed in the head during a robbery.
Residents of The Harborside, a senior community on Long Island, are pleading with New York state to save their homes, and life savings.
An annual contest by "Reader's Digest" designated Fort Greene, Brooklyn as one of the "nicest places in America."
The coldest air of the season arrives in the Tri-State Area by Monday night.
Heading into Sunday, a warm front will split the region into two different seasons.
Many people in the Tri-State Area were able to get a glimpse of a rare comet Saturday night.
Hurricane Milton had made landfall in Florida, and many across the Tri-State Area are wondering how to help.
A software glitch is being blamed for a misprinted mailing that could send voters in Stamford, Connecticut to the wrong polling site.
New Jersey's controversial week-long black bear hunt began Monday. Officials from the Department of Environmental Protection say the regulated hunt is necessary.
A New Jersey Transit River Line train operator died after a train struck a downed tree in Mansfield Township, Burlington County.
The coldest air of the season arrives in the Tri-State Area by Monday night.
Three Port Authority police officers were injured Sunday while trying to apprehend a carjacking suspect on the George Washington Bridge, officials say.
A somber remembrance was held Saturday for Victoria Lee, who died at the hands of Fort Lee Police in July. Saturday would have been Lee's 26th birthday.
Residents of The Harborside, a senior community on Long Island, are pleading with New York state to save their homes, and life savings.
A charity basketball game was held in New York City on Sunday for an Israeli hostage from Long Island who will be spending his birthday this week in captivity.
John Catsimatidis might run for New York City mayor and fellow-GOP member Mike Sapraicone wants to unseat Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand.
Heading into Sunday, a warm front will split the region into two different seasons.
A vigil was held Friday on Long Island for a mother who police say was killed in front of her 2-year-old son by the child's father.
A Harlem poll site coordinator with special needs is empowering others like him to get out and vote on Election Day.
Over 200 people were arrested outside the New York Stock Exchange at a protest against the U.S. sending aid to Israel.
Lilly Ledbetter, a champion of women getting paid the same as men for doing the same work, has died, her family said in a statement. She was 86.
John Catsimatidis might run for New York City mayor and fellow-GOP member Mike Sapraicone wants to unseat Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand.
Deputies assigned to former President Donald Trump's rally in California's Coachella Valley on Saturday arrested a Las Vegas man at a checkpoint for allegedly possessing a loaded firearm, a shotgun and a high-capacity magazine.
Nearly one million New Yorkers have enrolled in a program that can help them save thousands on their health care bills.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
A Monmouth County, New Jersey resident has tested positive for measles, state health officials say.
Fisher-Price is offering $25 to product owners who remove and destroy swing parts that increase risk of suffocation.
New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams vowed Wednesday to keep maternal health a top priority in the city.
A new wave of lawsuits filed Monday accuses Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
A judge in New York has set a 2025 trial date for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering and conspiracy.
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.
Justin Timberlake suddenly postponed Tuesday's show at the Prudential Center in Newark, citing an injury.
The New York Jets and Aaron Rodgers lost a sloppy game to the Buffalo Bills in primetime and fell to 2-4.
Juan Soto homered in the 3rd inning and Carlos Rodón got his first postseason win as the Yankees defeated the Guardians in Game 1 of the ALCS.
Chris Kreider scored the go-ahead goal on the power play late in the second period and the New York Rangers beat the Detroit Red Wings 4-1.
Taylor Swift and her boyfriend Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, were spotted at Yankee Stadium for Game 1 of the ALCS.
Francisco Lindor and Mark Vientos homered as the New York Mets beat the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 2 of the NLCS, tying the series at 1-1.
A Harlem poll site coordinator with special needs is empowering others like him to get out and vote on Election Day.
An annual contest by "Reader's Digest" designated Fort Greene, Brooklyn as one of the "nicest places in America."
After seven long years, a retired Queens couple has finally gotten their sidewalk fixed by the city.
People in Red Hook, Brooklyn are renewing a push to bring express bus service to their community.
New York officials announced a multi-million dollar investment in their fight against the opioid crisis in the Bronx.
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.
Lonnie Quinn has the Tri-State Area's updated nightly forecast on CBS News New York.
Police said the brothers got into an argument with another group at a party in the Soundview section.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators gathered outside Brooklyn Borough Hall after an attack in Gaza.
Polls show former President Trump and Vice President Harris remain neck and neck. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
New York City police arrested a woman after her 4-year-old son's death. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
