Rock the Bells celebrates 50 years of hip-hop
LL COOL J and other hip-hop icons will celebrate 50 years of hip-hop on Aug. 5 as the Rock the Bells Festival comes to New York City. Hip-hop historian Kevin Powell joins CBS News to discuss the event.
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NYC calls for help addressing asylum seekers
Dozens of asylum seekers are camping outside a New York City hotel being used as a relief center as they wait for a room. Eric Adams, the city's mayor, says they are simply out of space and city officials are asking the federal government for help. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.
Some asylum seekers in New York City forced to sleep on sidewalks
Since last spring, more than 95,000 migrants have arrived in New York City, according to the mayor's office.
Phoenix sees temperatures of 110 or higher for 31st straight day
Parts of the U.S. are continuing to sizzle as July creeps toward setting a record for the hottest month ever recorded.
U.S. cities adapting to climate change
Places like Miami, Florida, and New York City may witness significant reductions to their shorelines and more extreme heat as climate change continues. Architectural Digest listed the most climate-resilient cities -- with Denver taking the top spot. Daniel Cusick, climate reporter for E&E News by Politico, joined CBS News to break down what makes these cities so resilient when it comes to climate change.
Largest U.S. power grid operator issues alert
The dangerous heat scorching the middle of the country and the East Coast did not let up on Friday. More than 180 million Americans were under heat alerts -- with some states seeing record-breaking temperatures. CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi reports on how the U.S. power grid is holding up.
Sudden explosion of dangerous fungus may be linked to climate change
Candida auris is a globally emerging public health threat that can cause severe illness, including bloodstream, wound and respiratory infections.
More than half of U.S. under heat alerts
The United Nations said temperature records show July is on track to be the hottest month ever recorded on Earth, and likely the warmest human civilization has ever seen. Over 180 million Americans -- more than half of the U.S. population -- were under heat alerts Thursday, from the Southwest to the Northeast. CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi has the latest from New York.
Hydraulic leak may have led to NYC crane collapse
A hydraulic fluid leak may have sparked the fire which then led to a large construction crane crashing down onto a Manhattan street Wednesday, CBS New York has learned from a high-ranking city official. Twelve people suffered minor injuries in the collapse. Lilia Luciano has more.
Several hurt in New York City crane collapse
At least a dozen people were injured when the arm of a Manhattan construction crane about 50 stories high caught fire and then came crashing down Wednesday morning, fire officials said. None of the injuries were believed to be serious. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
Crane catches fire in New York City
At least six people are hurt after a crane caught fire and partially collapsed at a construction site in New York City. Mayor Eric Adams says the city is lucky it wasn't worse. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the latest.
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Ukraine's capital under siege as Moscow intensifies air raids; New York City's Metropolitan Opera holds special night for Ukraine
Jaune Quick-to-See Smith: Raising Indigenous voices throughout her art
Over the last five decades, artist Jaune Quick-to-See Smith has had nearly 100 shows, and in 2020 a painting of hers was the first by a Native American to join the collection of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Now the 83-year-old is the subject of a retrospective at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City – the museum's first retrospective ever of an Indigenous artist. Correspondent Serena Altschul reports on a moment that's been described as long overdue.
Eye on America: Fighting food waste
In New York City, we meet one man utilizing food waste to fuel his composting program. Then in Los Angeles, we take an exclusive tour inside Warner Bros.’ iconic prop archive filled with a century's worth of movie history. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Eye on America: Addressing homelessness
We speak with local New York City leaders about a controversial policy to address homelessness. Then we hear from New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft about his new campaign to combat antisemitism. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
NYC law requires disclosure of AI hiring
A survey by ResumeBuilder.com found four out of every 10 companies will be using artificial intelligence for job interviews by 2024. And 15% of those businesses said AI will be fully responsible for making the hiring decisions. A New York City law is aimed at preventing potential misuse of the technology that could lead to unfair or biased hiring practices. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.
"American Ramble": A writer's walk from D.C. to New York City
In March 2021, former Wall Street Journal writer Neil King Jr. embarked on a walk of 330 miles, from his home in Washington, D.C., to New York City – his way of contemplating America, past and present, and, at 61, his own life after surviving esophageal cancer. The 26-day journey formed the basis of his new book, "American Ramble: A Walk of Memory and Renewal." He retraced his steps with correspondent Martha Teichner, and talked about the America he found along the way.
D.C. panel says Giuliani should be disbarred for election fraud claims
A review panel says former New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani should be disbarred in Washington for his handling of litigation challenging the 2020 election on behalf of former President Trump.
Dozens hurt in Manhattan collision involving double-decker tour bus
None of the injuries were believed to be life-threatening, officials said.
Job-hunters in NYC will now be notified if they're hired by AI
A pioneering law that could cascade to other cities and states takes effect July 5 — but some employers call it a roadblock.
Daniel Penny pleads not guilty to manslaughter
The Marine veteran accused of putting a Black man in a fatal chokehold on a New York City subway train has pleaded not guilty. Daniel Penny is charged with second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide in the death of Jordan Neely. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports from outside the state supreme court in New York City.
Exonerated Central Park Five member leads in New York City Council race
Yusef Salaam was one of the five teenagers wrongfully convicted of raping a woman in Central Park in 1989.
Dog stabbed in Central Park had to be euthanized, police say
The alleged attack happened when the dog's owner got into an argument with the owner of three unleashed dogs, one of which attacked the other dog.
Nusrat Chowdhury confirmed as first U.S. Muslim female federal judge
Nusrat Chowdhury has been confirmed by the Senate as the first Muslim female federal judge in U.S. history.
Daniel Penny to be arraigned June 28
A Manhattan grand jury has indicted the man charged with putting a New York City subway rider in a deadly chokehold. Marine veteran Daniel Penny is set to be arraigned June 28 in the death of Jordan Neely. National trial attorney Robin Nunn joined CBS News to talk about the case.
Election Day 2025 results: Democrats sweep major races
Candidates from different wings of the Democratic Party won key races in the biggest test since President Trump's victory last year. Follow live results here.
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Trump pushes Senate GOP to scrap filibuster to end government shutdown
President Trump told GOP senators that "we must get the government back open soon and really immediately" on Day 36 of the shutdown. Follow live updates here.
Here's what CBS News exit polls told us about the 2025 elections
Exit polls in the 2025 races in New Jersey, Virginia, New York City and California showed Trump and the economy were on the minds of voters.
Listen Live: Supreme Court hears arguments over Trump's tariffs
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments over whether a federal emergency powers law authorizes President Trump's most sweeping tariffs.
What Mamdani's win could mean for Democrats nationwide
A Democratic Socialists of America leader says New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani offers a "powerful way forward" for Democrats — but some moderates worry he'll hand the GOP "a pretty potent set of weapons" in next year's midterms.
UPS plane crashes near Louisville airport, killing at least 9 people
The number of fatalities is expected to increase after a UPS plane crashed Tuesday near the Louisville International Airport in Kentucky, Gov. Andy Beshear said.
Democrats win key governor's races in New Jersey and Virginia after post-Trump slump
Democrats are set to sweep Tuesday's gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia, with Mikie Sherrill and Abigail Spanberger projected to win.
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Trump administration ending protected status for South Sudanese nationals
The termination marks a significant shift in U.S. policy toward South Sudan, a country that U.N. experts warn could be sliding "back toward another deadly war."
FBI to help track down fugitive Barrio 18 gang leaders, Guatemala says
In September, the U.S. government blacklisted Barrio 18 as part of its crackdown on drug trafficking.