SESAME STREET

Cruz first thanked Sesame Street for showing a parent asking questions about the vaccine, but then turned his attention to Elmo.

Elmo got a COVID-19 vaccine.

A new Muppet joins the "Sesame Street" family to help kids learn about differently abled bodies.

After 20-something years, I am now able to tell you how to get to Sesame Street -- and let me tell you, it's not just for kids.

Delgado began on the show in 1971, and remained until 2016.

As Luis, Delgado, a Mexican American, got to play an ordinary, non-stereotypical Latino character at a time when such depictions were few and far between on TV, for adults or children.

Emilio Delgado, the actor and singer who for 45 years played fix-it shop owner Luis on “Sesame Street,” has died.

Former NASA astronaut Mae Jemison guest stars on the latest episode of "Sesame Street," which airs Thursday (Jan. 27) on HBO Max.

Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind Sesame Street, is launching new bilingual resources to help children thrive in their communities.

Look, life as we know it right now is pretty insane. Omicron is raging across the country, it didn’t even feel like 2021 happened and America’s sweetheart, Betty White, is dead.

"Sesame Street's" origin story is told in "Street Gang," an HBO documentary that reminds us how revolutionary the show was upon its debut.

Mouse King is back again to remind us that the “Key to Christmas” is love. Mouse King reimagines the story of The Nutcracker and tells it from the point of view of the mice. The performance schedule is as follows: Friday, Dec. 10, 7 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 11, 1 and 7 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 12, 1 p.m. His latest singles Going on Faith and When the World Stops Spinning were recorded and produced by Cash at the Cash Cabin in Hendersonville, TN. Tickets for Mouse King start at $35 on MouseKingTickets.com; reserved seating is available.

Conservative activist Matt Schlapp expressed outrage at the introduction of Asian-American Muppet to the iconic kids' show.

Ji-Young will formally be introduced in "See Us Coming Together: A Sesame Street Special."

Ji-Young is making history as the first Asian American muppet in the “Sesame Street” canon. The Korean American has two passions: rocking out on her guitar and skateboarding. Her appearance comes after the rise in anti-Asian hate last year. (Nov. 15)

She is Korean American and has two passions: rocking out on her electric guitar and skateboarding.

At only 7 years old, Ji-Young is making history as the first Asian American muppet in the “Sesame Street” canon.

In 1972, Big Bird lined up on `Sesame Street' to receive a measles vaccine as part of a campaign to get more youngsters inoculated against the disease.

MOUSE KING is back again to remind us that the “Key to Christmas” is love. Conceived by Sesame Street and Jim Henson Company veteran Noel MacNeal, and the award-winning singer-songwriter and prolific composer of children’s musical theater Jim Camacho, the holiday theater production will play at The Mandelstam Theater (8530 SW 57th Ave, South Miami, 33143) during the run up to the holidays, Friday December 10 through Sunday, December 12. Mouse King reimagines the story of The Nutcracker and tells it from the point of view of the mice. His latest singles “Going on Faith” and “When the World Stops Spinning” were recorded and produced by Cash at the Cash Cabin in Hendersonville, TN. Tickets for MOUSE KING start at $35 on mousekingtickets.com; reserved seating is available.

Campaigns are often used to encourage important vaccinations – some of them even required for kids to enter schools.

As schools and offices reopen, parents of kids with health risks face what may be their most challenging stretch of the covid-19 pandemic.

The thieves dubbed themselves the "Big Bird Bandits" and apologized for the theft of the costume with a note left in its beak.

“Sesame Street” is about to get a whole lot cuter.

The program has been at the forefront of modeling representation with characters and storylines, experts say.

For fans of Julia, the 4-year-old Muppet with autism on “Sesame Street,” you are in luck.

"Sesame Street" has often introduced new Muppets to teach children about topics like autism, HIV and homelessness. Now, the show's two newest characters, 5-year-old Wes and his father Elijah, will offer a lesson on race, Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind the iconic children's show, announced this week. Many people call this race," Elijah continues. The characters also sing a song called "Giant," which is "a celebration of pride, self-esteem, cultural diversity, and big dreams for children's future," Sesame Workshop says. "Sesame Street," which is known for its "science-based whole-child model," will create new content, including its future seasons, that incorporates Racial Justice curriculum.

"Sesame Street" introduces two new Black Muppets Two new Muppet characters, Wes and his father Elijah, joined Sesame Street's "ABC's of Racial Literacy" series as part of an effort to help children and families talk about racial identity and the impact of racism. CBSN's Tanya Rivero has more.

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"Sesame Street" star Elmo gives kids tips on how to stay healthy and happy during the pandemic With kids across the country attending school remotely, a survey with parents found that they are concerned that their children are missing out on important social interactions. Being isolated can be especially tough on younger children, so "Sesame Street's" Elmo shared his tips on how to stay healthy and happy during the pandemic. Meg Oliver reports.

KOLKATA — “Sesame Street,” the popular American TV show, has introduced two new Muppets to help educate and relieve the childhood trauma of Rohingya children living in Cox’s Baazar, the world’s largest refugee settlement, in Bangladesh. More than 700,000 Rohingya Muslims have fled a vicious army crackdown in Myanmar since 2017, and half of those in the refugee camp are children. The creators believe the two Muppets will be special to the Rohingya children since they look and sound like them. The program shows the Rohingya Muppets living in tent shelters. Bangladesh-based human rights activist Rezaur Rahman Lenin said, “Rohingya children are denied educational access in the country.

Sesame Street has created new Rohingya muppets. The muppets, twins named Noor and Aziz, are a part of Sesame Street's new early education program for refugee children in a Rohingya refugee camp in Bangladesh. "These are two very special Sesame Muppets—for most Rohingya children, Noor and Aziz will be the very first characters in media who look and sound like them," said Sherrie Westin, President of Social Impact, Sesame Workshop in a statement Wednesday. The nonprofit organization behind everyone's favorite show Sesame Street, Sesame Workshop has developed video segments focused on the education topics of "social-emotional learning, math, science, and health and safety." The virus has canceled most educational in-person services, something the Sesame Workshop hopes the new muppets and video programs will help.

Correspondent Lesley Stahl meets children in a refugee campDavid Miliband: The humanitarian sector has prided itself on keeping people alive. In 2016, Sesame Workshop and the IRC had been strategizing about how they could collaborate to help refugee children when a new competition was announced. David Miliband: We defined the global problem we wanted to tackle was trauma, toxic stress among refugee children in the Middle East. Some of the most vulnerable refugee children are those whose families live outside the refugee camps, in what are called informal tented settlements. Which is why one goal of these visits is to help parents keep from passing it on to their young children.

NEW YORK – “Sesame Street" has always pressed for inclusion. Sesame Workshop — the nonprofit, educational organization behind “Sesame Street” — will later this month air the half-hour anti-racist special "The Power of We” and hopes families will watch together. The special defines racism for younger viewers and shows how it can be hurtful. “Sesame Street,” which last year celebrated its 50th anniversary, has a history of explaining the world to children, tackling everything from foster care to substance abuse. The latest special comes on the heels of “Sesame Street” contributing to “Coming Together: Standing Up To Racism,” a CNN town hall special in June hosted by Van Jones and Erica Hill.

The 42nd Kennedy Center Honors this year recognized "Sesame Street," actress Sally Field, musician Michael Tilson Thomas, singer Linda Ronstadt and the band Earth Wind & Fire. And we have a really good group of honorees," said David Rubenstein, chair of the Kennedy Center Board of Trustees. ET Location: Kennedy CenterKennedy Center TV Channel: CBSCBS Online stream: Watch the Kennedy Center Honors on CBS All Access or on fuboTV (start a free trial)Watch the Kennedy Center Honors on CBS All Access or on fuboTV (start a free trial) Analysis: Watch CBSN starting at 7 p.m. The Kennedy Center Honors pays tribute to icons in the arts. More Kennedy Center Honors coverageMusician and producer David Foster honored Earth Wind & Fire.

Caroll Spinney, who gave Big Bird his warmth and Oscar the Grouch his growl for nearly 50 years on "Sesame Street," died Sunday at the age of 85 at his home in Connecticut, according to the Sesame Workshop. The Sesame Workshop said in a statement that the legendary puppeteer lived for some time with dystonia, which causes involuntary muscle contractions. "Caroll was an artistic genius whose kind and loving view of the world helped shape and define Sesame Street from its earliest days in 1969 through five decades, and his legacy here at Sesame Workshop and in the cultural firmament will be unending," the Sesame Workshop said. "Big Bird is him and he is Big Bird," former "Sesame Street" head writer Norman Stiles said in a 2014 documentary on Spinney. "We at Sesame Workshop mourn his passing and feel an immense gratitude for all he has given to Sesame Street and to children around the world," she said.

Caroll Spinney, the "Sesame Street" puppeteer behind legendary characters Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch, has died, Sesame Workshop said Sunday. "Since 1969, Caroll's kind and loving view of the world helped shape and define Sesame Street," Sesame Workshop said in a statement. Caroll Spinney, the legendary puppeteer behind beloved Sesame Street characters Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch, died today, December 8th 2019, at age 85 at his home in Connecticut, after living with Dystonia for some time. Spinney was the subject of a documentary entitled "I Am Big Bird: The Caroll Spinney Story," which was released in 2015. Caroll Spinney "Oscar and Big Bird" seen October 9, 2014 in New York City.

[ READ NEXT: Children who watched 'Sesame Street' performed better in school, study says | How well do you know Epcot's World Showcase? | Sesame Street becomes real intersection in New York City ]Let's go over everything that's offered at Sesame Street land, shall we? Look for the green and yellow street sign and you'll know that you've made it to Sesame Street. Sesame Street knows how to throw a street party. Like most theme parks, Sesame Street land has a gift shop positioned perfectly across the street from the splash pad.

Mouse King, a family-friendly holiday musical and South Florida tradition written by Sesame Street veteran Noel MacNeal and award-winning singer/songwriter Jim Camacho, is all about The Key to Christmas, returns for a seventh holiday season to the The Mandelstam Theater, 8530 SW 57 Ave. in South Miami, Dec. 13-15, 20-22. Mouse King revisits the story of The Nutcracker as told from the point of view of the mice. With master puppeteers and guest artists from New York City, along with a cast of talented child actors from the Miami area, Mouse King brings an imaginative twist on the Nutcracker to life. Due to six consecutive years of sellouts and by popular demand, this years production will enjoy a second weekend of performances. For more information visit www.JimCamacho.com or Call 800-838-3006.

It's the tenet by which Cookie Monster has lived his puppet life for more than 50 years. The lovable cookie lover took up residence on "Sesame Street" in 1969, but he celebrates his birthday November 2. Chocolate chip, sugar, Oreo Cookie Monster will eat them ALL. Kids can understand big ideasLike any "Sesame Street" resident, Cookie had a lot to teach audiences about the way the world works. Cookie Monster is secure enough to let loose among friends who support him.

YORK TOWNSHIP., Penn. - C is for cookie and cool in one Pennsylvania neighborhood where a homeowner decorated her house for Halloween featuring a Sesame Street favorite. With the help of some blue spray paint and the shrubs in front of her home, Lisa Boll created a Cookie Monster display that would thrill any fan both young and old. WABC reports Boll chose Cookie Monster to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sesame Street. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.

Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for HBO(CNN) - "Sesame Street" is heading to WarnerMedia's new streaming service, HBO Max. Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit organization behind the series, will produce five new 35-episode seasons for HBO Max starting in spring of 2020, WarnerMedia announced Thursday. HBO Max will also air annual "Sesame Street" specials and four new related series including a late night TV talk show called "The Not Too Late Show with Elmo." HBO Max subscribers will also have access to the 50-year library of the show. This landmark deal perfectly illustrates the type of quality programming HBO Max will offer across every demographic."

If you’ve listened closely to the dialogue on “Sesame Street” in recent years, you might have thought to yourself, “Man, this is on point. Here’s a show that really gets it.”

Sesame Workshop via CNNWASHINGTON (CNN) - Big Bird and a big name in acting will be among those on hand when the Kennedy Center celebrates this year's honorees. R&B group Earth, Wind & Fire, actress Sally Field, singer Linda Ronstadt, "Sesame Street" and conductor and musical visionary Michael Tilson Thomas were named the 2019 honorees on Thursday. "Sesame Street" is the first television program to receive the honor. "In this class of Honorees, we are witnessing a uniquely American story: one that is representative of so many cultural touchstones and musical moments that make our nation great," said Kennedy Center President Deborah F. Rutter in a statement. "The 42nd Annual Kennedy Center Honors" will air on December 15 on CBS.

For fans of Julia, the 4-year-old Muppet with autism on “Sesame Street,” you are in luck. Autism Speaks, a national advocacy organization that sponsors research and conducts awareness activities, has launched a new campaign in conjunction with "Sesame Street" that features Julia and aims to promote early autism screening. The campaign consists of digital, print and resources available in English at ScreenForAutism.org and in Spanish at DeteccionDeAutismo.org. The content highlights the importance of early screening. “There is considerable work to be done in overcoming obstacles that may delay a diagnosis -- the first step toward improved future outcomes,” said Angela Geiger, CEO of Autism Speaks.

The Storm after the Storm, Enhancing the Bike, New Kid on the Block As Hurricane Harvey survivors face a difficult future, 60 Minutes looks back at Hurricane Sandy and why so many families didn't get the help they deserve; then, 60 Minutes investigates hidden motors and pro cycling; and the newest "Sesame Street" Muppet has autism: Meet Julia.

After 45 years on free public television, "Sesame Street" is now airing on HBO. As part of HBO's five-year deal, there will be twice as many shows per seasons. After a nine-month window, they'll become available on PBS. Carter Evans reports on what's behind the big change.

Julia, a new character on Sesame Street, lives with autism. Since nearly six in 10 autistic kids say they have been bullied, the show's producers are trying to foster compassion through familiarity. Jim Axelrod has the story.

Vice President Joe Biden said he will not seek the the Democratic party's nomination for president; Julia, a new character on Sesame Street, lives with autism

"Sesame Street" actress Sonia Manzano, who played the beloved character "Maria," is set to depart the program after 44 years. She spoke to CBSN's Ben Tracy about her long run on the show.

As consumers get ready to welcome cheaper VR technology, academics partner with Sesame Street to study the effects of virtual reality on child brain development.

For decades Caroll Spinney has played the role of "Sesame Street's" Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch. Now Spinney's story is being told in a new documentary focusing on his life as the beloved yellow bird. CBS News correspondent Jim Axelrod met up with Spinney to talk about his career and its impact on children across the world.

Brandon Bostian, the engineer in the deadly Amtrak derailment, does not remember the moment of impact, according to his lawyer; and For decades Caroll Spinney has played the role of "Sesame Street's" Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch

Sesame Street characters make fun of a hit cable show in the spoof "Game Of Chairs." CBSN's Meg Oliver and Vladimir Duthiers take a look at the clip.

"Sesame Street" celebrates Its 45th anniversary Many of us grew up with "Sesame Street." Most of us didn't grow up on it. Sonia Manzano was cast as Maria in 1972 and still plays the role to this day. She reflects on being one of the first Hispanics ever on television and the impact of "Sesame Street."

Sesame Street turns 45 years old Sesame Street celebrates its 45th year this week. In a CBSN Original, Sonia Manzano -- who plays Maria on the show, describes what it was like to grow up on TV, and how Sesame Street's idealism has always been a part of its charm.