On Call with Dr. Kumar: Health benefits to starting school later
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut all have pending state legislation that would let students get some extra shuteye.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut all have pending state legislation that would let students get some extra shuteye.
Nearly half the students are back this school year with a summer's worth of unique working experience.
Nonprofit NY Sun Works has partnered with 300 schools in NYC to build hydroponic farms.
CBS New York's Doug Williams spent the day with a family from Colombia as their two kids returned to the classroom.
More than 900,000 kids returned to New York City public schools Thursday.
Hundreds of students were forced to relocate to other schools after their school's ceiling caved in over the summer.
We speak with a child and adolescent psychologist to learn more about the red and yellow flags and dos and don'ts for parents.
Mayor Eric Adams, Schools Chancellor David Banks and United Federation of Teachers President Michael Mulgrew are welcoming students back for another school year this morning at P.S. 121 Throop in the Bronx.
Experts say creating a healthier lifestyle on their own can lead to more energy, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding illness and having more self-esteem.
The start of the school year comes with some hurdles, including the high temperatures and the possibility of a bus drivers strike in the weeks ahead.
The September sun had some students seeking shade, and made a water bottle a key back-to-school accessory during recess at Eastview School in White Plains, with staff carefully watching to keep the students.
If you pass a school bus with its stop arm out, a mounted camera will record the infraction. Fines can reach $300.
Bishop Robert Brennan marked the occasion by greeting students, teachers and parents at St. Athanasius Catholic Academy in Bensonhurst.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a package of bills Wednesday morning that she said will make the state's schools better.
The Department of Education has contingency plans for next week if the union representing bus drivers and attendants calls a strike, impacting up to 80,000 students.
Here at CBS New York we believe we are #BetterTogether, so we teamed up with Big Russ Barber Shop in Harlem, New York Common Pantry and Harlem Mothers and Fathers SAVE to offer back-to-school haircuts and supplies for Harlem families.
We spoke with the Center for Online Safety what they call teaching moments around consent and privacy.
Schools Chancellor David Banks said negotiators are working to quell a work stoppage could affect 4,400 bus routes.
The schools sent out notices to families Monday as high temperatures are expected this week.
Constant screen time impacts kids' attention spans, among other negative effects. We hear from Dr. Kumar for some best practices heading back to school.
While back-to-school can be an exciting time for many students, others could be reluctant to return because of bullying.
As New York City students head back to school this week, CBS New York is making their year #BetterTogether with our community partner Big Russ Barber Shop in Harlem.
A threat of a school bus strike is on hold, for now, but the Department of Education faces other unique challenges this academic year.
The new year in New Jersey's largest school system is off and running.
We hear from advocates who say these laws are needed to tackle so-called "period poverty," and these supplies should be considered part of back-to-school shopping.
Israel says it's "taking more time" than expected to fend off an unprecedented attack by Hamas, as a new wave of rockets target the Israeli capital.
Shanna Fuld shot footage Saturday of the aftermath of a building hit by a rocket, just blocks away from her home.
It comes after a 13-year-old was recently stabbed to death on an MTA bus and a 17-year-old was shot in the ankle.
The running back went for 177 yards and a TD, while the defense drove Denver crazy in the second half of a 31-21 victory on Sunday.
Those rallying in support of Israel condemned the attacks carried out by Hamas throughout the weekend.
Shanna Fuld shot footage Saturday of the aftermath of a building hit by a rocket, just blocks away from her home.
It comes after a 13-year-old was recently stabbed to death on an MTA bus and a 17-year-old was shot in the ankle.
Those rallying in support of Israel condemned the attacks carried out by Hamas throughout the weekend.
It happened on 73rd Street near 13th Avenue just before 1 p.m. on Sunday.
Kagan and Brannan were thrown into the same district and only one will be left standing when the votes are tallied.
A brisk morning with temperatures falling into the 40s and low 50s sets the stage for a cool and blustery day.
Sunday starts off brightly, and then a few clouds move in for the afternoon hours.
It was a wet morning and afternoon, but thankfully we did not see as much rain as anticipated.
Bands of rain could lead to localized flooding Saturday.
The rescheduled dates include stops in Albany, Syracuse, Philadelphia and Uncasville, Connecticut.
The 183-acre Akshardham is the second biggest Hindu temple on Earth and took 10 years to build.
A brisk morning with temperatures falling into the 40s and low 50s sets the stage for a cool and blustery day.
The airports are still open, but many people sheltered in place as instructed by the government.
Sunday starts off brightly, and then a few clouds move in for the afternoon hours.
Bergen County Police say they were sent to a house on Myrtle Avenue to do a welfare check.
A brisk morning with temperatures falling into the 40s and low 50s sets the stage for a cool and blustery day.
Sunday starts off brightly, and then a few clouds move in for the afternoon hours.
It was a wet morning and afternoon, but thankfully we did not see as much rain as anticipated.
Friday night in a game against Baldwin, there were so many people, there was no room left in the bleachers.
Bands of rain could lead to localized flooding Saturday.
Those rallying in support of Israel condemned the attacks carried out by Hamas throughout the weekend.
Sen. Cory Booker and his staff were in Jerusalem when Hamas began carrying out its large-scale offensive against Israel "and sheltered in place for their safety," his office said.
The following is a transcript of an interview with New York City Mayor Eric Adams that aired on "Face the Nation" on Oct. 8, 2023.
Kagan and Brannan were thrown into the same district and only one will be left standing when the votes are tallied.
Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Michael Herzog said he is under the impression that Americans are among those taken hostage by Hamas militants.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so we spoke with a doctor and her patient to get some answers.
NYC Health + Hospitals' abortion care services will be available seven days a week.
Bedbugs are popping up in Paris hotels, homes, and even public transport, and with the Olympics just 10 months away, that has city officials' skin crawling.
The so-called "tripledemic" appears to have arrived, with people everywhere coughing and sneezing.
Advocates, doctors and survivors gathered at the Ziegfeld Ballroom on West 54th Street for the occasion.
The rescheduled dates include stops in Albany, Syracuse, Philadelphia and Uncasville, Connecticut.
"I have a lot of other things that I would love to focus on, so I'm going to lock the door on the studio for a little bit."
The judge ruled that because the woman pleaded no contest to knowingly receiving stolen property in connection to the crime, she was not entitled to Lady Gaga's reward money.
The 77th Annual Tony Awards will air live on CBS2 on Sunday, June 16, 2024.
Chiefs star Travis Kelce is speaking out about the NFL's focus on his relationship with Taylor Swift.
The running back went for 177 yards and a TD, while the defense drove Denver crazy in the second half of a 31-21 victory on Sunday.
Duo combines for 52 points in Las Vegas' 99-82 victory on Sunday.
Big Blue had no answer for Miami's many offensive stars in 31-16 defeat on Sunday.
The Red Bulls snapped a three-match winless streak at home with the victory.
NYCFC (8-11-14) saw its postseason hopes end with the loss.
The Appellate Division, Second Department, envelops more than half the population of New York State.
The historic venue has a new venture, bringing together curated conversations, film screenings and performances.
The Queens Public Library aims to ensure that people of all ages get to find themselves in the pages of books.
CBS New York takes a deeper dive into the fentanyl crisis in the Bronx.
This comes as the Magnolia Tree Earth Center marks its 50th anniversary.
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.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
The Grammy Award winning singer who graced the stage for generations died at the age of 96.
A suspect has been charged in connection with a long-unsolved string of killings known as the Gilgo Beach murders.
Israel is vowing to "destroy Hamas" as fighting continues in Gaza, CBS New York's John Dias reports.
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News This Morning.
Shanna Fuld moved there five years ago and is the founder of the Israel Daily News Podcast. She is vowing to stay in Israel and continue to help Jews who have moved to the country and are new to Tel Aviv. CBS New York's Jessica Moore reports.
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock says we'll see sunny skies and a high in the upper 50s.
A grand dedication was held Sunday for the awe-inspiring place of worship. CBS New York's Marcella Baietto reports.