NYC DOE ordered to address alleged failures for students with special needs
In 2023, a judge ordered the DOE to improve the situation with a series of changes.
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In 2023, a judge ordered the DOE to improve the situation with a series of changes.
Advocacy groups say New York City's Department of Education is failing students with special needs. Some parents head to court over it, but as CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports, it doesn't always end with a solution.
The Fazio family wants answers after years of dealing with unreliable school bus service for their son, Antonio.
They say it takes four to five hours per day for their developmentally disabled child to get to and from school. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid reports.
CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis takes a look at this intensive program, and some very impressive young people.
Schools across New York state were required to come up with their own procedures to implement the full-day ban on cellphones.
It was a short first week of school for many students in New York, but two days was more than enough time for opinions to roll in on the state's new bell-to-bell cellphone ban. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff and Doug Williams report.
As NYC public school students returned to class Thursday, Gov. Kathy Hochul had a surprise to help usher in the new statewide ban on cellphones.
Superintendent Laurie Newell said Thursday the district has been hosting job fairs this summer, and will continue outreach this fall.
Superintendent Laurie Newell said the district has been hosting job fairs this summer, and will continue outreach this fall. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
A teacher who was hit by a stray bullet in the Bronx is sharing her story. The 29-year-old was left with that bullet lodged in her lung just days before she was set to welcome in her new kindergarten class. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado has her story.
Students across the five boroughs returned to the classroom on Thursday, and handed in electronic devices like phones, smart watches and tablets. CBS News New York's Doug Williams has more on how it went.
The school is located on Mount Hope Boulevard in the town of Hastings-On-Hudson. Students went back to class there earlier this week. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
CBS News New York's Doug Williams spoke to students and parents about the new rule, while Natalie Duddridge was on hand for the first day in classrooms in Jersey City.
Hastings High School in Westchester County, New York was evacuated after a chemical spill in class Thursday.
Local News NYC students head back to school, now with cellphone-free classrooms newyork By Updated on: September 4, 2025 / 7:31 AM EDT / CBS New York The first day of school for New York City students is here. Several new schools open Thursday, and students will have to adjust to a new rule – a statewide ban on cellphones during school hours.
It's the first day of school, and CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook is catching up with families outside one of the new schools in Jamaica, Queens.
NYC public schools open today for the first day of the 2025-2026 academic calendar.
Thursday marks the first day of school for New York City public school students. CBS News New York's Christina Fan and Elijah Westbrook have team coverage.
Students will lose access to their personal electronic devices from bell to bell. That includes phones, smartwatches and tablets.
Walden was running as an independent, but last week, he announced he was suspending his campaign.
Neighbors in Queens are baffled by the sudden disappearance of their quirky local landmark.
In 2023, a judge ordered the DOE to improve the situation with a series of changes.
New York City expects the World's Fair monument to reopen for limited tours by the end of 2026.
The ceremony is held on 9/11 every year in Lido Beach, where people watched the horror in Lower Manhattan unfold in the distance.
The first opportunity to get your hands on FIFA 2026 World Cup tickets started at 11 a.m. on Wednesday and will run until 11 a.m. on Sept. 19.
The threat stems from climate change, loss of habitat, and overharvesting.
A coastal flood advisory is in effect today for parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as rain and cool temperatures take over.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is underway today.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
More than 700 New Jersey residents were killed on 9/11.
Veolia Water said emergency repairs were completed on the water mains that broke earlier this week in Hoboken.
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez, was convicted of accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
The first opportunity to get your hands on FIFA 2026 World Cup tickets started at 11 a.m. on Wednesday and will run until 11 a.m. on Sept. 19.
The Jets are cutting wide receiver Xavier Gipson after his costly fumble on a kickoff return in their season-opening loss to the Steelers.
The ceremony is held on 9/11 every year in Lido Beach, where people watched the horror in Lower Manhattan unfold in the distance.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority released its plan for commuters if LIRR service is indeed suspended due to a strike.
The threat stems from climate change, loss of habitat, and overharvesting.
With the world's greatest professional golfers set to arrive at Bethpage Black for the biannual battle between the U.S. and Europe, local residents are busy renting out their homes and driveways.
The new lungs can triple the length of survival and can even last decades. If not, a second transplant is an option.
Walden was running as an independent, but last week, he announced he was suspending his campaign.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority released its plan for commuters if LIRR service is indeed suspended due to a strike.
President Trump called Charlie Kirk a "giant of his generation."
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
President Trump is attending the ceremony at the Pentagon.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
The new lungs can triple the length of survival and can even last decades. If not, a second transplant is an option.
This year marks 35 years of Koman's annual event raising money for breast cancer research, advocacy and support.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
For Dr. Ellen Mandel, supporting the mission to end breast cancer is personal.
Comedian Nate Bargatze spoke to "CBS Mornings" about preparing to host the 77th Emmy Awards on Sunday.
Shortly after pranking listeners over exit, Howard Stern said SiriusXM has approached him about keeping his show on the air.
Rick Davies, lead singer and co-founder of Supertramp, has died of cancer at 81. The British band says he left "an indelible mark on rock music history."
See the full list of winners and nominees for the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards.
Want to watch the 2025 VMAs live tonight? Here's how to catch the red carpet interviews and star-studded performances.
The Tigers were unable to complete their first sweep of the Yankees in New York since 2008.
Jesús Luzardo retired 22 straight batters after giving up four runs in the first inning, and the Phillies stormed back to beat the reeling Mets to complete a four-game sweep.
Detroit has outscored New York 23-3 over the past two nights and won four of five against the Yankees this year with one meeting left.
Max Kepler homered and drove in five runs and Bryce Harper also went deep as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the New York Mets 11-3.
The first opportunity to get your hands on FIFA 2026 World Cup tickets started at 11 a.m. on Wednesday and will run until 11 a.m. on Sept. 19.
Neighbors in Queens are baffled by the sudden disappearance of their quirky local landmark.
New York City expects the World's Fair monument to reopen for limited tours by the end of 2026.
Decades later, many members of the Gerritsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department continue to face health consequences from their service.
The 17th Avenue pedestrian bridge reconstruction is now at least two years behind schedule.
The history of Caribbean immigrants who helped shape Jamaica, Queens is on display at the King Manor Museum.
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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 11 at 11 p.m.
Twenty-four years ago, the course of our country changed on a bright, blue September morning. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis shows us this year's 9/11 tributes.
New video shows a person of interest hanging from a building then dropping to the ground moments after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on a college campus in Utah. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
The smell of Italian food filled Little Italy on Thursday as the San Gennaro Festival got underway. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal joined the crowd on Mulberry Street to enjoy a taste of Italian culture.
Jim Walden's name will appear on the ballot in the New York City mayoral race in November even though he announced he's suspending his campaign.
