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In New York City, about 250,000 children are being raised by relatives - mainly grandparents.
According to the American Society on Aging, over two million grandparents across the country are primary caregivers to their grandchildren. That comes with unique challenges, especially when it comes to housing and community support. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
More seniors are living safely in their homes instead of going to assisted living facilities. The practice is known as aging in place.
More seniors are living safely in their homes instead of going to assisted living facilities. The practice is known as aging in place. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Sandra Hall, 80, is the former singer for the hit group The Platters.
John Dias was on Amityville, Long island where there's a new state-of-the art center trying to provide resources and support for many families.
Caregiving is a tough job that affects everyone, regardless of their celebrity or financial status. That's why some big names are using their platforms to help others who are going through the same thing.
Many in the LGBTQ+ population encounter unique challenges as they age and provide care for their loved ones.
Many encounter unique challenges as they age and provide care for their loved ones. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram takes a close look at the community-wide issues, resources, and how a person's chosen family plays a pivotal role.
When it comes to healthy aging, music can have a big impact. That's why senior centers and renowned institutions like The Julliard School are creating senior-friendly music classes.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is not providing enough funding to keep New York's Medical Indemnity Fund afloat.
A rally was held Friday in support of United Senior Center of Sunset Park, which is facing what a steep rent increase and is in danger of having to relocate, or close.
As Americans live longer, there's a dire need to create an age-friendly health care system. But right now, there aren't enough doctors specializing in geriatrics to care for older adults.
CBS News New York takes a look at what's being done to help New Yorkers living with the disease, and those who are caring for them.
Caring for elderly loved ones can be costly, which is why financial planning is critical for seniors and their families.
A judge has ordered the bankrupt Harborside in Port Washington back to the negotiating table to address millions owed to residents. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
More families are providing essential care to their loved ones. It comes with stress. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Muriel Levine was strong enough to walk out of her Long Island rehab center after months of physical therapy from a heart condition. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Early intervention therapy is critical for some children's development, but New York families say services have been delayed for weeks, putting the future of these babies and toddlers at risk.
Families of children injured by medical malpractice at birth and pushed into a New York state fund to receive critical care are waiting for state officials to address claim denials.
A bullet grazed an NYPD sergeant in the head in the Bronx, a high-ranking police source said.
With just 26 days left until New York City's mayoral election, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo's campaign is feeling confident after the new poll.
Nassau County authorities say passing grades on commercial driving tests were for sale at the Garden City DMV.
Ben Z's Law, named for a baby who died in a steam radiator accident in 2024, is heading to the mayor's desk after a supermajority in the NYC Council voted for it.
Holding out hope he will see his son again is Ruby Chen, a Brooklyn man whose son Itay was serving in the IDF when Hamas attacked Israel two years ago.
As they say, all good things must come to an end. It's a First Alert Weather Day, as rain arrives with some weather whiplash.
Kristen Hogan faces an attempted murder charge after police said she laced a bottle of wine with a toxic chemical and her partner drank it.
The October 2025 supermoon appeared in the skies over NYC, Long Island, New Jersey and beyond Monday night.
The U.S. Drought Monitor rates most of New York, northern New Jersey and Connecticut as "abnormally dry."
Rubin's personal assistant, who was arrested in a Dallas-Fort Worth area suburb, allegedly arranged for the women to fly to New York for the encounters.
Jack Ciattarelli plans to sue his opponent, Rep. Mikie Sherrill, over claims she made during their debate Wednesday, his campaign says.
A petition to lower the age for a restraining order in New Jersey is picking up steam after two teenage girls were killed in a hit-and-run.
We're gearing up for a round of wet weather in and around NYC, as a potential nor'easter takes aim at the East Coast this holiday weekend.
Six New Jersey fire chiefs warn that the volunteer firefighter shortage could soon lead to delayed response times and worse.
A 16-year-old has died following a head-on collision on Wednesday night in Jackson Township, New Jersey.
Nassau County authorities say passing grades on commercial driving tests were for sale at the Garden City DMV.
We're gearing up for a round of wet weather in and around NYC, as a potential nor'easter takes aim at the East Coast this holiday weekend.
The woman learned she was one of the hundreds, if not thousands, of babies illegally adopted under Pinochet's dictatorship in Chile.
A fire burned through a building that was home to several businesses on East Marie Street in Nassau County, Long Island.
Members of a Long Island family say they feel like they are living next door to a zoo -- and that it smells like one, too.
Jack Ciattarelli plans to sue his opponent, Rep. Mikie Sherrill, over claims she made during their debate Wednesday, his campaign says.
A federal grand jury in Virginia indicted Letitia James on one count of bank fraud and another of making false statements to a financial institution.
New York leaders blasted the Justice Department after the state's top law enforcement official was indicted.
A federal grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James, marking the second Trump foe to face federal prosecution in recent weeks.
Photos of Jeffrey Epstein's cell show a scene of disarray that never underwent a proper inspection, according to experts.
Juan Namnun, the baseball coach at Frankford High School, is in the small group of men diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
The 2-year-old facility is breaking the stigma when it comes to addressing mental illness.
With time running out to avert a government shutdown, millions of Americans who get health insurance under the Affordable Care Act could soon face sharply higher premiums.
In handwritten notes he left behind, the gunman repeatedly referenced CTE and asked for his brain to be studied.
Attorney Ben Crump represents families of those who died and is filing four wrongful death notices of claim.
Fans of sci-fi, fantasy, horror and more will bring their enthusiasm and costumes to the annual gathering, which runs through Sunday.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
Thirty paintings by Bob Ross are set to be auctioned to support public television stations after federal funding cuts.
FCI Fort Dix, one of several dozen federal prisons with a residential drug treatment program, will best allow Sean "Diddy" Combs "to address drug abuse issues," his lawyer said.
Five years after their influential drummer Neil Peart died of glioblastoma, the Canadian band Rush have announced a reunion tour Monday.
The Giants' rookies shined in prime time as New York handed the defending Super Bowl champions their second straight loss.
Seth Jarvis scored the go-ahead goal with 2:43 left to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the New Jersey Devils in Thursday night's opener for both teams.
Igor Shesterkin stopped 37 shots and Alex Lafreniere's first-period goal stood up as the winner in the New York Rangers' victory over the Buffalo Sabres.
Justin Brazeau scored a breakaway goal in the later stages of the third period to lift the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 4-3 win over the New York Islanders.
Eight Toronto pitchers shut down the New York bats in the 5-2 loss, wasting another solid effort from Cam Schlittler.
Ben Z's Law, named for a baby who died in a steam radiator accident in 2024, is heading to the mayor's desk after a supermajority in the NYC Council voted for it.
The park's carefully designed gardens and habitats make visitors forget they're in the middle of Brooklyn.
The beloved Coney Island landmark was recognized for its role in shaping Brooklyn's heritage and identity.
The Delivering Together program offers repair kits, restrooms, language classes, and much more to support app-based delivery workers.
Neighbors along Newtown Creek say the acrid smog it regularly pumps out looks anything but clean.
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.
About a dozen paramedics were told their jobs are being eliminated by the hospital. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
The sergeant was hospitalized in stable condition after getting grazed in the head by a bullet. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo reports.
Lonnie Quinn has the Tri-State Area's updated nightly First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
A high-ranking police source says trash from parts of Brooklyn is dumped there.
The Republican candidate for governor says he's planning to sue his Democratic opponent for defamation.
