For Some Families, The Christmas Tradition Is Volunteering Together
Thanks to the volunteers this year, many people receiving a meals and care are full of holiday cheer.
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Thanks to the volunteers this year, many people receiving a meals and care are full of holiday cheer.
You could call it a blended family - ancient cousins of sorts - celebrating together.
On Twitter, city leaders thanked train crews, first responders and medical staff whose jobs don't allow them to take a day off.
Christmas can be a joyful time of year. But it can also be a tough one, especially for homebound seniors.
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The pontiff urged Christians to focus on the message of simplicity, charity and love.
The holiday rush was on Sunday throughout the city.
From a Christmas comedy show to a lesson in holiday makeup, there's plenty to do when it comes to upcoming seasonal and holiday activities.
The holiday shopping season is in full swing, but what happens if you want to put a personal touch on the gifts you're giving this Christmas?
Nassau County officers traded their usual uniforms to show a much softer side. Each officer was paired with a student from the Westbury school district to spend $250 for the holidays.
Small business Christmas tree shops are feeling the sting of winter a little bit extra this year.
New Jersey ranked 47th among the least Christmas-friendly states in the country.
Christmas trees are selling fast, and on Thursday fire officials warned of their dangers by showing how quickly they can go up in flames.
There are several iconic Christmas displays in New York City. But have you ever wondered who's behind the designs?
It's the first of November, and instead of watching the clock tick down towards turkey many are already counting the seconds until Christmas. But is it too soon?
Officials say this app will serve as the "ultimate viewing guide" for holiday-themed original movie premieres.
Whether you're shopping for a tiny tot's holiday gifts or just for your inner child, you're in luck: New York has some of the world's best toy stores. Here's a short list of the city's best.
Vincent Raven was left in tears after opening a Christmas gift from his stepdaughter this year.
UFC champion Tyron Woodley just fulfilled a lifelong promise after buying his mother a brand new house for the holidays.
This 86-year-old great-grandmother of Albuquerque, NM had an incredible visit with Santa Claus over the Christmas holiday.
This should teach parents to never assume that their kids are going to just go for the standard 'cute gift' for the holidays. This stepdad was left speechless after he opened his Christmas present.
This mom got an unforgettable Christmas present all thanks to her saving-savvy daughter! Alyssa Hiple has been saving every $5 bill she gets for the past 3 1/2 years just to be able to take her mom on a well-deserved vacation to a place that's always been on her bucket list, Italy.
Watch this proud mom and aunt freak out when their teen family member surprises them with his college acceptance.
Get ready to see the greatest dance off in history! This 90-year-old patient was clearly feeling the Christmas song 'O' Come All Ye Faithful' by the Pentatonix when she decided to bust a move.
When a Portland Police Officer took a dare from a fellow cop to sing while on patrol, he surprised everyone with an incredible rendition of a Christmas classic.
Carol Fitzgerald founded the Book Reporter website for book lovers in 1996
A 16-year-old is trying to stay hopeful as he recovers from a stray bullet shooting that happened at a Brooklyn bus stop over the weekend.
The MTA is set to unveil a new high-tech system for catching people who don't pay.
If you experience housing discrimination in New York City, you can complain to the Commission on Human Rights. But a new report finds those cases drag on for years, which can put tenants at risk.
James Solomon easily won the race to become Jersey City's next mayor and Emily Jabbour beat the son of a former popular mayor to take the helm in Hoboken.
A 16-year-old is trying to stay hopeful as he recovers from a stray bullet shooting that happened at a Brooklyn bus stop over the weekend.
The MTA is set to unveil a new high-tech system for catching people who don't pay.
If you experience housing discrimination in New York City, you can complain to the Commission on Human Rights. But a new report finds those cases drag on for years, which can put tenants at risk.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has said he'd like to get rid of mayoral control of the school system, so what does that mean for current Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos?
Brooklyn's Prospect Park is getting financing for a long-term project to battle the impacts of climate change, city leaders say.
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.
James Solomon easily won the race to become Jersey City's next mayor and Emily Jabbour beat the son of a former popular mayor to take the helm in Hoboken.
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.
The Nov. 22 shooting on Willow Avenue in Hempstead killed 19-year-old Amira McLeod, 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.
The MTA is set to unveil a new high-tech system for catching people who don't pay.
James Solomon easily won the race to become Jersey City's next mayor and Emily Jabbour beat the son of a former popular mayor to take the helm in Hoboken.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has said he'd like to get rid of mayoral control of the school system, so what does that mean for current Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos?
Democrats on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform released "never-before-seen" images of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
The Trump administration proposed rules that would weaken fuel economy standards for vehicles set under President Biden in 2024.
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.
Brooklyn's Prospect Park is getting financing for a long-term project to battle the impacts of climate change, city leaders say.
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.
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.
The new musical "The Seat of Our Pants" is thrilling audiences at the Public Theater.
The Trump administration is proposing a significant rollback of fuel economy standards for U.S. cars and trucks. Erica Brown reports from the White House.
The stage is set for the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting in Midtown. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
When the internet was young, and long before Booktok and Bookstagram, Fitzgerald started Bookreporter in 1996, and it's still going strong. CBS News New York's Mary Calvi reports.
Over the past several weeks, Paws of War team members have traveled to the Middle East to rescue dogs and bring them back to the United States.
