AI companion helps Bronx senior living facility residents combat loneliness
A new program at a senior residence in the Bronx is offering a different type of companionship and empathy in the form of artificial intelligence
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A new program at a senior residence in the Bronx is offering a different type of companionship and empathy in the form of artificial intelligence
Disparity in mental health care can take many forms, but there is help, and no one should have to suffer in silence.
A California knitting shop is using the art form as more than just a creative outlet.
Nearly 50 million over the age of 12 reportedly have substance use disorders, which can include addictions to alcohol or drugs. Watch our Breaking The Stigma special on overcoming addiction.
CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu's mental illness did not stop her. Now, she's highlighting hope and solutions.
CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis has more on the gathering for a special cause.
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.
The AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk is taking place Sunday in Manhattan. Scott Horvitz, a board member for the New York City chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, speaks with CBS News New York's John Elliott. 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.
The AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk is taking place Sunday in Manhattan. CBS News New York's John Elliott spoke with a volunteer. 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.
The AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk is taking place Sunday in Manhattan. Candace Bravo, executive director of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, discusses why the event is important. 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.
The AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk is taking place Sunday in Manhattan. CBS News New York's John Elliott spoke with volunteers. 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.
Salina Sabri, chair of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's "Out of the Darkness" community walk and Dionne Monsanto, mental health advocate and AFSP volunteer joins CBS New York to discuss the walk.
The New York City Council Monday held a hearing about a pilot program that deploys mental health professionals instead of police to certain situations.
Evidence is emerging about the detrimental effects of social media, particularly for young people, from overuse, and harmful and addictive messaging.
Karen Carson, Host Of "Karen In The Morning" On Audacy's New 102.7 And Liz Roithmayr-Clemens, Executive Director Of The New Jersey Chapter For AFSP joins CBS New York .
Actor Scott Aaron-Price Ehrenpreis discusses his off-Broadway show called "Clowns Like Me." The performance is based off his life story of dealing with many types of mental illnesses and autism spectrum disorder.
The National Action Network highlighted Friday what it calls an emergency within the Black community: The mental health of Black men and boys.
Experts say stress can help keep you sharp and motivated in some cases. But over an extended period of time, it may affect your health, job performance, and even your ability to manage your finances.
In some cases, experts say stress can help keep you sharp and motivated. But over an extended period of time, it may affect your health, job performance, and even your ability to manage your finances.
Jordan Wright, Director of NYU's Center for Counseling and Community Wellbeing and Michelle Jeffers, doctoral student in NYU's Counseling Psychology program join CBS New York to talk about a free counseling service for food and beverage workers in the city.
The team hosted New Jersey high school athletic staff members on Thursday for Mental Health Action Day, an annual observance to shift our mental health culture from awareness to action. CBS New York's Otis Livingston reports.
Wednesday is National Trauma Survivors Day, part of Mental Health Awareness Month. Most will tell you healing physically after traumatic injury is only part of the challenge. CBS New York's Tony Aiello has more on the mental and emotional toll trauma survivors face.
Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation is helping young people understand and prioritize their mental health. Cynthia Germanotta, president of the Born This Way Foundation joins CBS New York to discuss.
Pediatrician Dr. Liz Henry shares common warning signs of mental health issues amongst teens. She then lays out tips for talking about the sensitive topic.
A non-profit called The JED Foundation is working with college campuses nationwide to help college students who may be struggling with their mental health. Dr. Michelle Mullen, senior vice president and chief design and impact officer at The JED Foundation joins CBS New York to discuss.
Newly acquired reliever strikes out final five batters in win.
Parking problems have plagued one Queens neighborhood for years as residents say businesses catering to airline passengers are taking up valuable street spots.
There is a ground stop for United Airlines flights at Chicago O'Hare and other major airports across the country Wednesday evening.
According to a New York Times report, President Trump is deciding whether to get involved in the New York City mayor's race and is in communication with former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Caribbean Women's Health Association offers free doula support citywide as part of an effort to reduce Black maternal mortality rates.
Parking problems have plagued one Queens neighborhood for years as residents say businesses catering to airline passengers are taking up valuable street spots.
According to a New York Times report, President Trump is deciding whether to get involved in the New York City mayor's race and is in communication with former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Caribbean Women's Health Association offers free doula support citywide as part of an effort to reduce Black maternal mortality rates.
According to court documents, the property owes more than $60 million to creditors.
The New York City Campaign Finance Board has once again denied millions of dollars in matching funds to Mayor Eric Adams' struggling efforts to keep his job.
An air quality alert remains in effect today for parts of the Hudson Valley due to smoke and haze from the Canadian wildfires.
Another air quality alert is in effect Tuesday for NYC, western Long Island, the Hudson Valley, northwest New Jersey and southwest Connecticut.
An earthquake in Hasbrouck Heights, Bergen County, shook parts of New Jersey and New York on Saturday night.
A First Alert Weather Day has been canceled for Friday, along with all severe weather and flood watches across the Tri-State Area.
Storms and flood threats will cause problems in the Tri-State Area through the end of the work week.
Toms River, New Jersey, has passed an ordinance banning people from taking shelter or sleeping inside a municipal parking lot.
An air quality alert remains in effect today for parts of the Hudson Valley due to smoke and haze from the Canadian wildfires.
Some of head coach Aaron Glenn's former teammates showed up at Jets training camp on Monday to assess where the current team is at.
A 2.7 magnitude earthquake shook near Hillsdale, N.J. Tuesday afternoon, the USGS said.
DuPont and two other companies will pay New Jersey up to $2 billion to settle environmental claims stemming from PFAS, commonly referred to as "forever chemicals."
According to court documents, the property owes more than $60 million to creditors.
Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra, 33, died in the incident, police said. She lived in Manhattan, police said.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman took House Homeland Security Committee chair Rep. Andrew Gabarino and former Rep. Peter King on a tour of the new David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence Tuesday.
A woman was found dead on a boat in Montauk early Tuesday morning, Suffolk County police said.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina said officers got a 911 call from a man who claimed to be holding hostages and threatened to hurt them.
According to a New York Times report, President Trump is deciding whether to get involved in the New York City mayor's race and is in communication with former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
The New York City Campaign Finance Board has once again denied millions of dollars in matching funds to Mayor Eric Adams' struggling efforts to keep his job.
Public safety and faith took center stage Tuesday in the New York City mayor's race.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman took House Homeland Security Committee chair Rep. Andrew Gabarino and former Rep. Peter King on a tour of the new David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence Tuesday.
The way you walk on New York City streets is being monitored. The technology has prompted calls for more transparency.
Caribbean Women's Health Association offers free doula support citywide as part of an effort to reduce Black maternal mortality rates.
So far there have been 73 cases of Legionnaires' disease identified since July 25. Three of those people have died.
When it comes to Legionnaires' disease, this doctor explains how buildings can prevent it and what symptoms to watch for an early diagnosis.
A Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem is blamed for at least three deaths, and NYC officials are warning to watch out for the symptoms.
A case of measles has been confirmed in Passaic County, New Jersey, health officials announced Saturday.
Loni Anderson, who played a struggling radio station's empowered receptionist on the hit TV comedy "WKRP in Cincinnati," died Sunday, just days before her 80th birthday.
A funeral procession for legendary Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne in Birmingham, England, gave fans a chance to pay their respects.
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King and Oprah Daily creative director Adam Glassman appeared in the opening number of the hit Broadway musical.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
"Feels So Good" is a staple on most smooth-jazz radio stations and has been called one of the most recognized melodies.
Gavin Williams came within two outs of Cleveland's first no-hitter in 44 years and the Guardians completed a three-game sweep of the reeling Mets with a 4-1 win Wednesday.
Jen Pawol is set to become the first woman to umpire in Major League Baseball when she works games this weekend between the Miami Marlins and Atlanta Braves.
A sex toy landed near Indiana's Sophie Cunningham after it was thrown from the stands in L.A. while the Fever played the Sparks in the latest of several such incidents.
Nathan Eovaldi pitched eight sharp innings, Rowdy Tellez blooped a two-run single on a 10-pitch at-bat in the eighth, and the Texas Rangers spoiled Aaron Judge's return with a 2-0 victory over the New York Yankees.
Steven Kwan singled home the tiebreaking run with two outs in the seventh inning, and the Guardians beat the slumping Mets 3-2 on Tuesday night.
Caribbean Women's Health Association offers free doula support citywide as part of an effort to reduce Black maternal mortality rates.
Eastern Parkway between Bedford and Franklin avenues has been named the Greenest Block in Brooklyn for 2025.
Despite sharp divisions, both sides agree the Brooklyn Marine Terminal holds a generational opportunity to reimagine a long-neglected part of the NYC waterfront.
People could traverse the length of Manhattan, from the Brooklyn Bridge to Inwood, for the first time, NYC DOT said.
City officials and ferry riders are expressing optimism as NYC Ferry considers a new Bay Ridge stop on the St. George route.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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 United States and Russia took part in high level talks in Moscow on Wednesday to negotiate the end of the war in Ukraine. Erica Brown reports from Washington.
Two women charged in connection with a deadly crash in Chinatown have now been indicted.
Four teenagers are under arrest after a deadly fight at a Bronx park.
Parking problems have plagued one Queens neighborhood for years as residents say businesses catering to airline passengers are taking up valuable street spots. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner tried to get neighbors in South Ozone Park some help.
Lloyd Williams, the president and CEO of the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce and a pillar in the community, has died at age 80.
