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It's the season of giving, and a nice thank you gift to those working in service industries goes a long way.
A Christmas card shared for more than 40 years is the tie that binds two friends from New Jersey.
While Dickens didn't create Christmas, he changed the narrative by popularizing empathy for those less fortunate and spending the time with family -- or what we know as the holiday spirit.
An airplane loaded with Christmas trees and other special somethings addressed to our servicewomen and men stationed overseas got a big sendoff Monday at John F. Kennedy International Airport.
It was a festive time to ring in the season with friends and neighbors.
CBS presents the 23rd Annual A Home For The Holidays At The Grove , featuring uplifting stories of adoption from foster care and raising awareness of this important social issue.
Santa Claus left his reindeer at home to ride the rails with 200 children with special needs.
A beloved holiday tradition made a comeback on Friday. Madison's annual Christmas parade marched along Main Street once again after being canceled last year because of the pandemic.
The most popular toy drive gift is the stuffed animal, but the Westchester Department of Social Services' gift drive covers kids all the way to age 18.
Thanksgiving shoppers are scooping up fresh pies and produce, while another rush is on for fresh Christmas trees.
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in New York City.
The Fifth Avenue Association celebrated the season with a performance by the Brooklyn Youth Chorus.
The 79-foot Norway spruce was delivered on a 150-foot trailer from Elkton, Maryland.
Getting an early start on holiday shopping was at the top the some people's to do list. Many families that headed to malls were surprised to see Santa waiting for them.
Workers will wrap it more than 50,000 lights, and the tree will be lit up on December 1.
Dyker Heights is known for its elaborate holiday displays, which attract thousands of visitors each year.
A Christmas tradition returns Friday to New York City.
The 79-foot Norway Spruce will be cut on November 11 and arrive in the city on the 13th.
These gag gifts from Uncommon Goods, Amazon and more will make Mom and Dad laugh
Mulchfest will run through Jan. 9.
There are 67 sites spread across the five boroughs where people can drop-off their Christmas trees to be chipped and recycled into mulch.
Tens of thousands of people in the Tri-State Area are still feeling the impact of the strong Christmas storm that swept through Thursday into Friday.
Even with the frigid weather, many outdoor tables were full on Christmas. But it still may not be enough for some restaurants to survive.
Every year, the hymns and readings at Christmas mass remind worshippers that better days are coming. There's perhaps no better year to remember that than 2020.
Many are taking time to remember the meaning of the season, and highlight some of the good that happened.
A decomposed body and pipe bombs were found inside a Stamford, Connecticut, home after a shootout between the homeowner and police officers Tuesday, officials say.
Democrats on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform released "never-before-seen" images of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
Police said the 56-year-old victim, who is believed to be homeless, was asleep on a northbound 3 train when he was set on fire Monday in Manhattan.
Popcorn Park Animal Refuge said the monkey, now named Forrest, was one of 21 monkeys being transported to a lab when the truck overturned on a Mississippi highway.
The Nov. 22 shooting on Willow Avenue in Hempstead killed 19-year-old Amira McCleod, of Queens, and injured two 20-year-old men.
Police said the 56-year-old victim, who is believed to be homeless, was asleep on a northbound 3 train when he was set on fire Monday in Manhattan.
The Nov. 22 shooting on Willow Avenue in Hempstead killed 19-year-old Amira McCleod, of Queens, and injured two 20-year-old men.
An NYU student was attacked while walking to class in Manhattan, and police sources say the man in custody is a repeat offender.
Traffic at the George Washington Bridge faced major delays Wednesday following an early morning crash on the inbound upper level.
The lighting of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, an annual NYC tradition, is set for tonight. See what time it starts and more.
A decomposed body and pipe bombs were found inside a Stamford, Connecticut, home after a shootout between the homeowner and police officers Tuesday, officials say.
Police exchanged gunfire with a suspect barricaded inside a home in Stamford, Connecticut, on Tuesday.
A coastal storm blew into the NYC area today, bringing heavy rain for most of the region and snow for the northern and western suburbs.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Tuesday due to a coastal storm that will bring heavy rain and snow to parts of the region.
The First Alert Weather team is tracking chances for rain, snow or a wintry mix heading into next week.
Popcorn Park Animal Refuge said the monkey, now named Forrest, was one of 21 monkeys being transported to a lab when the truck overturned on a Mississippi highway.
Traffic at the George Washington Bridge faced major delays Wednesday following an early morning crash on the inbound upper level.
James Solomon has been elected mayor of Jersey City, the Associated Press projects, beating former New Jersey Gov. Jim McGreevey.
A coastal storm blew into the NYC area today, bringing heavy rain for most of the region and snow for the northern and western suburbs.
A fire that tore through an apartment building in Plainfield, New Jersey, early Sunday morning killed the parents of two children and displaced 72 residents.
The Nov. 22 shooting on Willow Avenue in Hempstead killed 19-year-old Amira McCleod, of Queens, and injured two 20-year-old men.
Mourners wore pink in Sayville to honor Emily Finn, who was allegedly shot and killed by her ex-boyfriend in what police called a botched murder-suicide.
The life of a 17-year-old Locust Valley High School basketball player was saved on the court, thanks to an extraordinary team of coaches, teachers, paramedics and doctors.
It was a very mild Wednesday as highs topped out around 60 degrees in most locations, but that's going to change.
"Everybody Loves Raymond" is getting the spotlight at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame.
Democrats on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform released "never-before-seen" images of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
All eight judges worked out of immigration court offices at 26 Federal Plaza in New York City, which is where Immigration and Customs Enforcement is headquartered in the city, the official told CBS News.
The Justice Department is seeking to dismiss a lawsuit that former federal prosecutor Maurene Comey brought against it, saying she didn't properly follow administrative complaint procedures before suing.
In a wide-ranging speech on the state of the MTA on Tuesday, Chairman Janno Lieber revealed his wish list for 2026.
James Solomon has been elected mayor of Jersey City, the Associated Press projects, beating former New Jersey Gov. Jim McGreevey.
In New York alone, there have already been more than 17,000 flu cases and nearly 1,000 hospitalizations, and doctors anticipate it's only going to get worse as more people gather for the holidays.
Colette Smith of the Bronx was diagnosed with lung cancer, despite never smoking. Her survival story is central to her push for early detection.
Some New Yorkers want the mayor-elect to appoint a new "rat czar" when he takes office after an uptick in rat sightings.
Gio's Law would establish a $25 million grant program to equip law enforcement nationwide with EpiPens and train officers how to use them.
A blood drive was held in Harlem on Wednesday as the New York Blood Center reports a dip in its blood supply.
Stoppard was often hailed as the greatest British playwright of his generation.
The Brooklyn Nutcracker returns to Downtown Brooklyn with diverse cultural influences, community outreach, and a fresh take on Tchaikovsky's iconic score.
"Everybody Loves Raymond" is getting the spotlight at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame.
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
Jaylen Brown scored a season-high 42 points as the Boston Celtics beat the New York Knicks 123-117.
The New York Rangers beat Dallas 3-2 on Tuesday night, ending the Stars' four-game winning streak.
Bo Horvat and Anthony Duclair scored to lead the New York Islanders past Tampa Bay 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Sean Monahan scored twice and the Blue Jackets beat the Devils 5-3 on Monday night.
Drake Maye passed for two touchdowns in the Patriots win over the Giants on Monday Night Football.
The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music plans a 12,000-square-foot campus at One Prospect Park West, aiming to serve thousands more with music therapy and education programs.
Some residents at NYCHA's Eastchester Gardens in the Bronx say they've been shivering on and off all week.
The Brooklyn Nutcracker returns to Downtown Brooklyn with diverse cultural influences, community outreach, and a fresh take on Tchaikovsky's iconic score.
A special education teacher in Queens came up with the idea for her students, who have autism and a range of intellectual disabilities.
Santiago's Beer Garden in East Harlem is beginning the arduous task of rebuilding after it was destroyed by a fire earlier this month.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
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.
Someone in Hudson County, New Jersey, is now $90 million richer after buying the winning ticket for Tuesday night's Mega Millions jackpot.
House Democrats on the Oversight Committee have released new photos and videos from Jeffrey Epstein's island in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
There was a major cleanup Wednesday at a West Village business that police say was targeted by arsonists who threw a device through a window, sparking a fire. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
A decomposed body and pipe bombs were found inside a Stamford, Connecticut, home after a shootout between the homeowner and police officers Tuesday, officials say. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
CBS News New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
