Tickets Required To View Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, Changes Made To Other Holiday Traditions In City This Year
There's no place like New York City during the holidays, but the usual grandeur is different this year.
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There's no place like New York City during the holidays, but the usual grandeur is different this year.
Dimitri Gatanas, the owner at Urban Garden Center in Harlem, says in comparison to this time last year, his sales are up 50%, selling about 100 trees in just one day.
Fifteen to twenty thousand people usually turn out, so organizers knew they had to make some changes.
Creative ideas are paving the way this holiday season.
The 11-inch Santa and 6-inch Rudolph were among several figures used to make the 1964 stop-motion animated TV special.
The holidays will look a lot different in New York City this year. Many iconic events are changing to keep people safe.
From dazzling light displays to free delivery, small businesses are pulling out all the stops this holiday season to boost their bottom lines and everyone's spirits, too.
Dr. Mallika Marshall warns against large family gatherings this year due to the risk of spreading COVID-19.
Many people are holding out hope that Christmas will bring happier times. So much so, they are getting into the decorating spirit earlier than ever.
The mayor asked people not bring COVID back to the city and to help prevent a spike in infections.
More than a quarter of a million people come to see Santa at Macy's each year, making it hard to create a safe environment during a pandemic.
They are expected to fetch $150,000-$200,000 when auction house Profiles in History puts them up for sale on Nov. 13.
This year's experience will include a larger area of the zoo and will designed to accommodate social distancing.
The days following Christmas can be a sale shopper's dream. Here are some tips for scoring the best deals.
'Twas the day after Christmas and some shoppers were up extra early to to beat the rush on holiday returns.
Nearly 20% of people expect to return more than half their gifts. To make the whole process easier, experts say to treat those unwanted gifts with care.
Christmas means a day off for the vast majority of working Americans, but by one estimate up to 4% still work the holiday.
CBS2's Christina Fan has the latest on the Christmas services taking place around the New York area.
Hundreds of volunteers pitched in Christmas Day to help Citymeals on Wheels bring a little holiday spirit -- and a wholesome meal -- to seniors across the New York City.
Instead of waking up Christmas morning and opening gifts, some families in New Jersey woke up Wednesday and opened their hearts to people in need.
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump are wishing Americans a Merry Christmas as they celebrate the holiday with their family in Florida.
Queen Elizabeth II acknowledged that both Britain and her family have endured a difficult year by saying during her annual Christmas message that it has been a "bumpy" time.
Some chose to ring in the holiday in traditional fashion while others added their own local flavor to the celebration.
Thousands of worshipers gathered in peace, prayer and unity at a midnight mass led by Timothy Cardinal Dolan.
This annual tradition comes together with the clergy and congregation of seven different churches in Bronxville.
Up to four gunman opened fire during a dispute inside the crowded Taste of the City Lounge in New York City overnight, police say.
European leaders will join Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his crucial meeting with President Trump in Washington on Monday.
The New York Yankees beat the St. Louis Cardinals 12-8 on Saturday night.
Hundreds of people marched across Manhattan in solidarity with Palestinians on Saturday.
Three family members, including a 6-year-old girl, were detained by ICE in Lower Manhattan after what was supposed to be a routine immigration hearing.
Up to four gunman opened fire during a dispute inside the crowded Taste of the City Lounge in New York City overnight, police say.
Hundreds of people marched across Manhattan in solidarity with Palestinians on Saturday.
Three family members, including a 6-year-old girl, were detained by ICE in Lower Manhattan after what was supposed to be a routine immigration hearing.
A wake was held Saturday for a Queens man who was killed while on vacation in Puerto Rico last weekend.
Two people died Saturday in separate drowning incidents in Orange County, New York.
Hurricane Erin's track is forecast to stay offshore, but the New York City area and Jersey Shore may still get some impact.
Storms came in fast and furious across the Tri-State Area on Wednesday afternoon and evening.
The New York DMV is warning of a scamming method known as social engineering where you receive texts with links to fake websites.
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.
Hurricane Erin's track is forecast to stay offshore, but the New York City area and Jersey Shore may still get some impact.
A teenager died after being pulled from the ocean at the beach in Belmar, New Jersey, police said.
A boil water advisory has been partially lifted in Paterson, New Jersey.
New Jersey officials said a tree limb fell onto power lines and then hit three people walking on the street below in Teaneck.
After a major water main break, Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh and Jim Mueller, executive director of the Passaic Valley Water Commission, shared their strategy to restore service.
Two people died Saturday in separate drowning incidents in Orange County, New York.
Hurricane Erin's track is forecast to stay offshore, but the New York City area and Jersey Shore may still get some impact.
After spending more than a half century at the bottom of the Long Island Sound, a long lost college ring has been reunited with its owner.
Weeks after an alleged drunk driver plowed through the Montauk Artist Association's annual summer art show, ruining artwork, breaking hearts and causing thousands in damage, the show has returned.
A 16-year-old Long Island girl was banned from school for not taking a required vaccine, but a federal judge has ordered her district to allow the rising junior to return.
European leaders will join Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his crucial meeting with President Trump in Washington on Monday.
President Trump announced the news on Truth Social hours after meeting with Russian president Vladimir Putin in Alaska.
President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a high-stakes summit in Alaska, but the talks did not yield a ceasefire in Ukraine.
President Trump and Russia's President Vladimir Putin held a rare meeting Friday at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska.
The building at 26 Federal Plaza in Lower Manhattan was evacuated following reports of an unknown white powder.
A traveler who was infectious with measles spent several hours over two days at Newark Liberty International Airport recently, New Jersey health officials said.
The Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem has been traced to 12 cooling towers, including several at city-run buildings, officials said.
Northwell Health's plan to expand Lenox Hill Hospital, which faced stiff opposition from some Upper East Side residents, was approved by the New York City Council Thursday.
Instagram rolled out a new Map feature that lets users see their friends' locations in real time. Here's why privacy experts are concerned.
A deadly Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City has set health and community leaders on a campaign to educate the public on ways to prevent the bacteria from growing and spreading.
The life and work of journalist and educator David Diaz was celebrated Thursday, on the eve of what would've been his 83rd birthday.
A special exhibit celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Bruce Springsteen album "Born to Run" is coming to the Jersey Shore.
Prosecutors said Wednesday they are ready to proceed to with a third trial of disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein.
President Trump announced this year's "truly exceptional class" of Kennedy Center Honorees and said he will host the annual ceremony himself.
Members of the public will have an opportunity Wednesday to sound off on a potential casino coming to the heart of New York City.
The New York Yankees beat the St. Louis Cardinals 12-8 on Saturday night.
Dylan Nealis scored his first career goal in MLS on Saturday night to help the New York Red Bulls beat Philadelphia 1-0.
Jaxson Dart shined in his new home stadium debut for the Giants as part of a 31-12 victory against the Jets on Saturday.
Nolan McLean provided the struggling Mets a much-needed lift on Saturday as New York beat the Seattle Mariners 3-1.
The New York Yankees beat the St. Louis Cardinals 4-3 Friday night.
New York City's tallest subway station will receive long-awaited elevators as part of the MTA's $68 billion capital plan.
Residents say they approved a plan which included affordable housing but are now facing a shelter for 169 families.
Some Bay Ridge homeowners say the city's plan for 50 new Citi Bike docking stations is too big and too dangerous.
Nature lovers can now enjoy a new network of trails in Brooklyn's Prospect Park.
A youth gardening program at the Wyckoff House Museum offers East Flatbush students hands-on farming experience, community connection and their first paid job opportunities.
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 Trump administration wants to unleash American drone dominance so the U.S. can take a commanding lead over China with new technology. How do New Yorkers feel about more drones flying over the city?
State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal is the Democratic candidate for Manhattan borough president in 2025.
As summer vacation is almost over for nearly 1 million New York City public schools students, Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos has something to celebrate.
Hear from NYC Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos as nearly 1 million students get ready for the new school year, and State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, the Democratic candidate for Manhattan borough president, on this episode of "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
From morning workouts to afternoon meals, summer is when fitness goals collide with busy outdoor schedules and finding the right balance can be tough.
