The Point: Battle over control of NYC schools & how Suozzi's win impacts future races
There's a tug-of-war in Albany over the mayor's control of New York City schools. Plus, how Tom Suozzi's win and Taylor Swift could impact the 2024 races.
There's a tug-of-war in Albany over the mayor's control of New York City schools. Plus, how Tom Suozzi's win and Taylor Swift could impact the 2024 races.
Watch Marcia Kramer's extended conversation with UFT President Michael Mulgrew on "The Point."
Michael Mulgrew, head of the powerful teachers union, is lobbying Albany lawmakers to chip away at Mayor Eric Adams' absolute control of New York City schools. Watch his conversation on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer also held a briefing Thursday morning to share the findings of a tax study and what he calls a "cash grab."
The teachers union argues New York City cannot make cuts to the education budget under state law.
The United Federation of Teachers argues state law does not allow New York City to make cuts to the education budget. CBS New York's Doug Williams reports.
Mayor Eric Adams, Schools Chancellor David Banks and United Federation of Teachers President Michael Mulgrew are welcoming students back for another school year this morning at P.S. 121 Throop in the Bronx.
Pay raises and other monetary issues have been ironed out and virtual learning will become an option.
The mayor is raising the specter of a return to the bad old days of corruption, politics, and bureaucracy if Albany fails to act.
Most students, restaurant patrons breathe big sigh of relief being able to go without face coverings.
Adams once again reiterated schools remain the safest place for students, but acknowledged some families have concerns.
With the rise in COVID-19 cases has come a push for New York City Public Schools to go remote this week.
The teachers' union has come out with a stern warning for the incoming administration -- fix the COVID-19 testing problems, or risk having to go back to remote learning.
Although the deadline for vaccination was Friday, the union said it's being told staff still have time to get vaccinated and keep their jobs. But that offer won't be on the table forever.
A three-judge panel lifted a temporary ban on the COVID vaccine mandate that was originally set to take effect Monday.
This is for families who have chosen remote-only learning up until now, and want their child to attend in-person instruction on a part-time basis.
Mulgrew is making the demand as elementary schools opened for in-person learning Tuesday. High schools and middle schools open on Thursday, with 500,000 students in all returning to school.
The big question is whether students in actual classrooms will still have to learn remotely. The mayor says no. The teachers union says yes.
The DOE insists this is the safest major city to reopen schools and will not open if the infection rate goes above 3%.
De Blasio introduced a "Back To School Pledge," highlighting the amounts of hand sanitizer and PPE available in schools, among other aspects of the city's preparations.
The union representing New York City teachers is demanding uniform safety measures before agreeing to allow its members to go back to school.
Some New York City teachers are outraged they have to work on two major religious holidays and some may call in sick.
UFT President Michael Mulgrew said he U.S. women's soccer team exhibits a great work ethic and competitive spirit that can inspire student athletes -- especially girls.
The bone-chilling weather on Saturday did not stop hundreds of teachers, students and parents from gathering in front of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's East Side office to protest his administration's education policy.
The head of the teachers' union is speaking out over Gov. Andrew Cuomo's plan to alter the number of charter schools.
Carlos Rodón pitched two-hit, one-run ball through six innings and the New York Yankees hit four home runs in a 15-3 rout of the Milwaukee Brewers.
Police are searching for two suspects accused of stealing cell phones from ride-share drivers in at least seven separate incidents in Brooklyn and on Staten Island.
Alonso Martínez scored in the third minute of second-half stoppage time and New York City FC rallied to beat Charlotte FC 2-1 at Yankee Stadium.
Lewis Morgan scored his seventh goal of the season, Carlos Coronel had three saves and the short-handed New York Red Bulls held for a 1-1 tie with the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Viktoria Nasyrova attempted to murder a woman with cheesecake. As one private investigator would find out, she had a list of alleged victims — including her ex-boyfriend's dog.
Police are searching for two suspects accused of stealing cell phones from ride-share drivers in at least seven separate incidents in Brooklyn and on Staten Island.
Lawyers for Sean "Diddy" Combs are asking a New York court to throw out portions of a sexual assault lawsuit filed against the rapper and media mogul.
Temperatures will be off to the races on Sunday afternoon, but there is a chance of scattered thunderstorms in the evening hours.
Police are investigating after three people were attacked in Central Park in separate robberies and attempted robberies.
Columbia University officials are denying claims of "an impending lockdown or evictions on campus" and say their talks with pro-Palestinian student protest organizers are continuing.
Temperatures will be off to the races on Sunday afternoon, but there is a chance of scattered thunderstorms in the evening hours.
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock looks back at historic tornado outbreaks, which highlight the fact that we don't have to be in the thick of severe weather season to witness a touchdown.
Former MIT researcher Qinxuan Pan has been sentenced to 35 years in prison in the 2021 murder of Yale graduate student Kevin Jiang.
Two heroic men saved a little girl that was running into into a busy intersection in East Hartford, Connecticut.
Expect to see a passing shower this afternoon, with a rumble here and there. Temperatures will be in the upper 60s to around 70 degrees.
Temperatures will be off to the races on Sunday afternoon, but there is a chance of scattered thunderstorms in the evening hours.
A small earthquake was recorded in Somerset County, New Jersey on Saturday, but it likely was not felt by many, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
So far in 2024, deadly crashes are up 27% statewide in New Jersey. The most traffic deaths are happening in Central Jersey, including Middlesex County.
A slew of lane closures could cause extra traffic for drivers headed between New York and New Jersey over the next week, the Port Authority said Friday
The New York Giants selected wide receiver Malik Nabers with the 6th overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft.
Millions of birds are migrating north this spring, but many may not survive the journey because they'll crash into windows.
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock looks back at historic tornado outbreaks, which highlight the fact that we don't have to be in the thick of severe weather season to witness a touchdown.
Twenty years after the remains of two Gilgo Beach victims were found in Manorville, a widespread search has resumed there.
Gov. Hochul secures funding for New Yorkers struggling with mental illness and involved in the criminal justice system.
Authorities with several law enforcement agencies continue to search an area in Manorville for evidence in the Gilgo Beach murders case.
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
After hours of negotiating with the Columbia University administration, protesters said Friday they've reached an impasse.
Former National Enquirer boss David Pecker appeared on the stand for the third day, detailing an agreement the tabloid made with a former Playboy model.
Former President Donald Trump visited a construction site in Midtown for an NYC rally before returning to court in his alleged "hush money" trial.
Gov. Hochul secures funding for New Yorkers struggling with mental illness and involved in the criminal justice system.
Vicky Dennis went to the hospital with strange symptoms when she had COVID. Doctors found she had two undiagnosed, life-threatening diseases and needed a liver transplant to survive.
Joel Embiid has been experiencing Bell's palsy symptoms, he said after Philadelphia's 125-114 win over the New York Knicks.
A New Jersey woman has received a first-of-its-kind transplant using a modified pig kidney along with a heart pump.
Suffolk County law enforcement officers are now equipped with a tool to help people on the autism spectrum during stressful encounters.
High blood pressure, or hypertension, may increase the risk of dementia, according to a new study. Hear from a doctor for advice on lowering your risk factors.
Lawyers for Sean "Diddy" Combs are asking a New York court to throw out portions of a sexual assault lawsuit filed against the rapper and media mogul.
A long-lost guitar that belonged to John Lennon has been found, and it will be on display and up for auction in New York City.
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Foreigner, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Matthews Band and Peter Frampton have been named to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
The classic musical, which first opened in 1966, is back on Broadway in an immersive new production titled "Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club," starring Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin and Bebe Neuwirth. Leave your troubles outside!
Carlos Rodón pitched two-hit, one-run ball through six innings and the New York Yankees hit four home runs in a 15-3 rout of the Milwaukee Brewers.
Alonso Martínez scored in the third minute of second-half stoppage time and New York City FC rallied to beat Charlotte FC 2-1 at Yankee Stadium.
Lewis Morgan scored his seventh goal of the season, Carlos Coronel had three saves and the short-handed New York Red Bulls held for a 1-1 tie with the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Sonny Gray extended his terrific start with St. Louis, Paul Goldschmidt hit an early two-run double and the Cardinals beat the New York Mets 7-4 for their first three-game win streak this season.
Mathew Barzal scored his second goal of the game on a deflection 1:24 into the second overtime and the New York Islanders beat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 in Game 4 on Saturday to avoid a sweep in their first-round playoff series.
The NYPD promoted 177 officers in a ceremony Friday, including two officers whose fathers were also in the NYPD and were shot in the line of duty.
Vicky Dennis went to the hospital with strange symptoms when she had COVID. Doctors found she had two undiagnosed, life-threatening diseases and needed a liver transplant to survive.
Street vendors in the Bronx are calling on the city to fix the system for getting a vending license.
Some Queens residents are fuming over cars parking on beloved greenway.
The 12th Annual Black Comic Book Festival returns to the Schomburg Center later this week.
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.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for April 27 at 11 p.m.
More than 5,000 people ran in the Run for the Wild road race Saturday at the Bronx Zoo to benefit the Wildlife Conservation Society.
The Jets and the Giants rounded out the final day of the NFL Draft by adding depth. That includes the Jets taking Florida State's Jordan Travis.
Police say there have been three assaults in Central Park in two days. The suspect in at least one of the attacks reportedly pulled out a gun. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports.
Video shows a man accused of violently pushing a woman to the ground in the Bronx, causing her to fall and cut her face.