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Columbia University receives $400 million gift
The former CEO of Merck and his wife made the single largest donation ever to Columbia's medical school.
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The former CEO of Merck and his wife made the single largest donation ever to Columbia's medical school.
Former Columbia University Pres. Minouche Shafik's handling of Israel-Hamas war protests led to calls for her to step down. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Columbia University students say they're curious about what will happen next after Pres. Minouche Shafik resigned.
Columbia students say they're curious about what will happen after Pres. Minouche Shafik resigned from the university. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators broke out in cheers Wednesday night after the university president announced she would step down. CBS New York's Christian Fan has the latest.
Columbia University's embattled president is stepping down following months of controversy. Minouche Shafik's handling of antisemitism and pro-Palestinian protests on campus drew a lot of criticism. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has reaction.
Columbia University President Dr. Minouche Shafik has resigned.
Columbia University President Dr. Minouche Shafik announced she was resigning on Wednesday. The announcement came months after she was criticized for her handling of antisemitism on campus and protests in response to the Israel-Hamas war.
Columbia University is restricting access to its main campus in New York City amid reports of potential disruptions on college campuses across the U.S. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Columbia University is restricting access to the Morningside Heights campus amid reports of potential disruptions on college campuses nationwide.
Columbia University is limiting campus access to only those with a school ID or pre-registered guests.
Police have released images of the suspects they're looking for in Thursday's act of vandalism at the home of a top Columbia University official.
Three Columbia University administrators who had been placed on leave over controversial texts they exchanged during an on-campus event about Jewish life at the school have resigned.
Three Columbia University administrators who had been placed on leave over controversial texts they exchanged during an on-campus event about Jewish life at the school have resigned, the school confirmed.
A Columbia University administrator's home in Brooklyn was vandalized with red paint, hate symbols and live bugs, according to police. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Vandals left Nazi and Hamas symbols, and live bugs at the home of Columbia University's chief operating officer in Brooklyn, NYPD said.
Vandals left Nazi and Hamas symbols, and bugs, at the home of a Columbia University administrator in Brooklyn, according to police. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
After protests that had to be broken up by the NYPD, Columbia University is considering expanding the capabilities of its public safety officers this fall, including possibly giving them the power to arrest people.
After protests that had to be broken up by the NYPD, Columbia University is considering expanding the capabilities of its public safety officers this fall, including possibly giving them the power to arrest people. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
The faculty members will remain on the university's payroll, and a fourth dean who was on the group text will not be disciplined. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Three administrators have been "permanently removed from their positions" at Columbia College and "remain on leave" over texts they exchanged during an on-campus event about Jewish life at the school, Columbia University's president announced Monday.
The group "End Jew Hatred" rallied to call on Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg to reinstate charges against people involved in pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University.
Charges were dropped Thursday against most of the Columbia University students and staff who were arrested inside Hamilton Hall during pro-Palestinian demonstrations back in April.
Charges were dropped Thursday against most of the Columbia University students and staff who were arrested inside Hamilton Hall during pro-Palestinian demonstrations back in April.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators formed a picket line at Columbia University on Saturday. They marched outside the university's entrance on Broadway and 116th Street.
An Off-Broadway play, "N/A," features characters based on former Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who remain nameless. The play's author hopes that one day names and labels will no longer magnify loyalties and divide audiences.
NYPD officers shot and killed a man in East Harlem overnight after getting multiple 911 calls about a man with a gun.
Babe Ruth, known as "The Great Bambino," wore the jersey when he "called his shot" during Game 3 of the 1932 World Series.
One-hundred-and-fifty years ago, New York City's 92nd Street Y was founded as a community and performance center, an inclusive meeting place where people could go to make their lives more meaningful.
The Northern Catskills "book village" of Hobart, New York, home to around 400 residents, is also home to seven bookstores, making it a dream destination for bibliophiles.
NYPD officers shot and killed a man in East Harlem overnight after getting multiple 911 calls about a man with a gun.
Israel Abanikanda had a 45-yard touchdown run in the first half and the Jets sacked Tommy DeVito eight times in a 10-6 victory over the Giants in a preseason battle of backups between the New York teams.
The New York City health department will be spraying for mosquitoes in parts of the city Monday and Wednesday.
Two people were shot on the same block in the Bronx in less than 24 hours this week. No arrests have been made.
After a brief taste of fall, temperatures are back to normal this weekend and there will be plenty of sunshine!
After a brief taste of fall, temperatures are back to normal this weekend and there will be plenty of sunshine!
Grants of $50,000 will be available to eligible homeowners in Nassau and Suffolk Counties to address health and safety-related repairs not covered by insurance or other disaster relief programs.
President Joe Biden has approved Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont's request for a federal emergency declaration in three counties in response to the historic rainfall and devastating flooding from storms earlier this week.
Incredible video footage shows a house in Oxford, Connecticut get washed away by floodwater.
More than a foot of rain fell in parts of Connecticut on Sunday, and 10 inches on Long Island on Monday.
After a brief taste of fall, temperatures are back to normal this weekend and there will be plenty of sunshine!
A 4-year-old child was stabbed multiple times in Paterson, New Jersey on Friday afternoon, authorities said.
Homeowners in Summit, New Jersey say their backyards are falling into a brook. They partly blame it on a broken Union County pipe.
Belmar Police released bodycam video of a surfer's arrest after videos from beachgoers raised questions about the officer's actions.
A new statewide policy will require all police departments in New Jersey to coordinate with mental health professionals when they're responding to a call for a barricaded person.
After a brief taste of fall, temperatures are back to normal this weekend and there will be plenty of sunshine!
Sunday's storm forced one Long Island family out of their home after their backyard collapsed. They believe the town is at fault and the whole disaster could have been prevented.
Grants of $50,000 will be available to eligible homeowners in Nassau and Suffolk Counties to address health and safety-related repairs not covered by insurance or other disaster relief programs.
The woman accused of driving while impaired during a wrong-way crash on the Southern State Parkway that left her 9-year-old son dead pleaded not guilty in court Friday.
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder after a Long Island woman died from injuries she suffered during a home invasion.
An Off-Broadway play, "N/A," features characters based on former Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who remain nameless. The play's author hopes that one day names and labels will no longer magnify loyalties and divide audiences.
"In my heart, I no longer believe that I have a realistic path to electoral victory," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said, explaining his decision to "throw my support to President Trump."
The U.S. Secret Service has placed at least five agents on leave, including the head of the agency's Pittsburgh field office, following the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump.
Vice President Kamala Harris formally accepted the Democratic presidential nomination to close out the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Members of the Central Park Five said at the Democratic convention Thursday of Trump that "45 wanted us un-alive."
The New York City health department will be spraying for mosquitoes in parts of the city Monday and Wednesday.
The updated COVID-10 shots for fall 2024 are rolling out earlier than last year.
Perdue Foods is recalling more than 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders after some customers reported finding metal wire embedded in the products.
The New York State Department of Health issued a warning after the WHO declared an Mpox outbreak in Africa a global emergency.
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
The Northern Catskills "book village" of Hobart, New York, home to around 400 residents, is also home to seven bookstores, making it a dream destination for bibliophiles.
Taylor Swift was forced to cancel three shows in Vienna after an alleged planned terrorist attack against one of the shows was foiled.
Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck Tuesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court, just over a month after the couple celebrated their second wedding anniversary.
Prosecutors have confirmed Harvey Weinstein will remain in custody in New York while awaiting retrial on rape and sexual assault charges in Manhattan.
Phil Donahue, a celebrated daytime talk show host who pioneered the television staple, died after a long illness, his publicist said in a statement.
Babe Ruth, known as "The Great Bambino," wore the jersey when he "called his shot" during Game 3 of the 1932 World Series.
Francisco Lindor hit a two-out grand slam in the fourth inning to carry the Mets to a win against the San Diego Padres.
Israel Abanikanda had a 45-yard touchdown run in the first half and the Jets sacked Tommy DeVito eight times in a 10-6 victory over the Giants in a preseason battle of backups between the New York teams.
Brian Gutiérrez scored on a penalty kick in the fourth minute of second-half stoppage time to rally the Chicago Fire from two goals down to a 2-2 draw with New York City FC at Citi Field.
Elias Manoel scored his seventh goal in six career matches against Charlotte FC to help the New York Red Bulls earn a 1-1 draw, extending their unbeaten run to nine.
Back in May, a Bronx woman sent CBS News New York a tip about excessive mold in her home. Now, nearly four months later, she's finally seeing action by management.
We're just days away from the U.S. Open starting, and a tennis program in the Bronx is making strides to ensure accessibility for all student athletes across the city.
Want to hang out with CBS News New York's Brooklyn team? We'll be at the 47th Brighton Jubilee Festival this weekend.
A wild goose chase in Queens brought some neighbors together for a rescue mission. It started when an injured Canada goose was spotted in the middle of the road.
We're learning more about the plan approved by the New York City Council to bring four new Metro-North stations, and thousands of new apartments and jobs, to the Bronx.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer was devastated when she lost her dogs Moe and Curly. But it got her wondering, should pet owners get bereavement leave? We asked New Yorkers to weigh in.
Ofir Akunis, Consul General of Israel in New York, speaks with CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer on "The Point" amid heightened fears of an attack by Iran in the Middle East.
The 2024 Democratic National Convention is over, but can the party craft a winning strategy? Plus, there are ongoing fears of an attack from Iran amid the war in the Middle East. Watch this full episode of "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
The officers were trying to make an arrest when several people in the crowd tried to intervene, NYPD said.
Firefighters were called to a massive fire at a commercial building in South Richmond Hill overnight.