What to know about the first day of spring
The first day of spring, also known as the vernal equinox, has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere on March 20, 2025.
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The first day of spring, also known as the vernal equinox, has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere on March 20, 2025.
Seven planets are putting on a parade in the night sky, and the alignment is expected to be visible tonight over the NYC area.
Solar storms may bring northern lights to several states in the northern U.S. just in time for New Year's Eve, but cloud cover may put a damper on festivities.
Space weather forecasters say a severe solar storm heading to Earth could stress power grids even more as the U.S. deals with major back-to-back hurricanes.
Two scientists who used physics to help develop methods used to build modern machine learning were honored with the 2024 Nobel Prize in the field.
Two meteor showers are expected to flash across night skies around the same time this week.
Jacqueline Faherty, Senior Research Scientist & Senior Education Manager at the American Museum of Natural History joins CBS New York to breakdown the science behind Manhattanhenge.
The cicadas have already taken over parts of the U.S., and they may soon have some eight-legged company. Giant flying "Joro" spiders are expected to swing into the East Coast later this summer. David Coyle, assistant professor of forest health and invasive species at Clemson University, joins CBS News to explain what to know about the arachnids.
A bird flu outbreak is affecting several dairy herds across the U.S., and a federal recall is affecting more than 16,000 pounds of ground beef sold in Walmart stores in 11 states due to possible E. coli contamination. Michael Worobey, head of the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Arizona, joins CBS News to discuss the state of food safety in the U.S.
The forecasted conditions come after a weekend of jaw-dropping northern lights seen as far south as Florida and as "magnetically complex" sunspots bigger than Earth continue to emit solar flares.
Kyle McMorrow was just 36-years-old when he had a stroke. Now more than a year into his recovery, McMorrow and Dr. Philip Stieg, a member of his care team, are discussing the warning signs people need to know about.
Kyle McMorrow was just 36-years-old when he had a stroke. After surpassing the year milestone in his recovery, McMorrow and a member of his care team, Dr. Philip Stieg, discuss the warning signs people need to know.
The bugs emit a loud, droning buzzing sound when they emerge — signaling they are ready to mate.
Trillions of periodical cicadas are emerging from the ground this spring, bringing with them their loud buzzing and molted exoskeletons. Here's where you will be able to see them.
CBS New York's Lonnie Quinn speaks with an astrophysicist at the American Museum Of Natural History to help us understand what will happen during the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse.
The April 8 solar eclipse will darken the skies, and there will be watch parties and safety warnings across the area. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has the details.
It's a great day to talk about math education and getting kids interested in STEM.
National Pi Day is recognized today in the U.S. and around the world. Here's what to know about the quirky holiday, and how to celebrate.
About 31.6 million people live in the path of today's total solar eclipse across the U.S., and millions more will see a partial eclipse. Here's how and where to see it.
Students at St Matthias Catholic Academy are learning about the sustainability through hydroponic labs.
This will be the first time since the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 that these broods of noisy, flying insects will emerge from underground.
We hear from a brain science expert about how to make and keep your resolutions in the new year.
Astronomers have discovered six planets orbiting a bright, nearby star in perfect synchrony like a grand cosmic orchestra.
We speak with the organization's education director about getting kids more involved in science.
Halloween is here again, which means it's time for ghouls, ghosts and good fun. But Hallows Eve isn't all about costumes and candy, there is also some science to the scare.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is visiting New Jersey on Saturday as work continues to repair I-80 sinkhole damage.
The New York Giants and quarterback Jameis Winston agreed to a two-year, $8 million contract, a source tells The Associated Press.
The 88-year-old pontiff has been battling double pneumonia in both lungs after he was admitted to the hospital on Feb. 14.
London's Heathrow Airport reopened on Saturday after a power outage prompted widespread cancellations.
A New Yorker says she lost not just her Maserati, but also her beloved pet cat when she was carjacked on the West Side Highway this week.
A New Yorker says she lost not just her Maserati, but also her beloved pet cat when she was carjacked on the West Side Highway this week.
Following a brief warmup on Saturday will be a cooldown for Sunday.
A rally was held Friday in support of United Senior Center of Sunset Park, which is facing what a steep rent increase and is in danger of having to relocate, or close.
Country star Orville Peck will go unmasked when he makes his Broadway debut in the revival of "Cabaret."
Brooklyn's historic Hendrick I. Lott House is getting a long-overdue restoration. It's set to be transformed into Marine Park's first museum.
Following a brief warmup on Saturday will be a cooldown for Sunday.
Today is the first day of spring, and NYC and N.J. are expecting some rainy weather as the equinox arrives.
Stormy weather arrived overnight around the NYC area, bringing heavy rain and high winds.
We have a First Alert Weather Day coming our way, starting Sunday afternoon.
Gusts between 30-40 mph combined with dry fuels and low humidity levels will lead to a continued risk of wildfire development through the rest of the weekend.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is visiting New Jersey on Saturday as work continues to repair I-80 sinkhole damage.
Following a brief warmup on Saturday will be a cooldown for Sunday.
Westbound lanes of I-80 will stay closed and detoured at Exit 34B in Wharton, New Jersey, until further notice, the state Department of Transportation says.
Ten students and a driver were taken to the hospital when a tree fell onto a school bus Friday in Tewksbury, New Jersey.
A small earthquake hit Somerset County, New Jersey Friday.
One person was killed Thursday in a crash involving a fire truck in Suffolk County.
Gabby Petito's grandmother announced a new fundraiser in her granddaughter's name Wednesday to mark what would have been Petito's 26th birthday.
Hempstead was once one of the most active business districts on Long Island. It now appears to be on the way to recovery.
Three Long Island fire departments that displayed the Confederate flag have now reached a settlement over alleged discrimination.
It's been four years since an acid attack left a Long Island college student disfigured. Nafiah Ikram was attacked in her Elmont driveway.
The move comes after Mr. Trump had already announced last month that he was revoking former President Joe Biden's security clearance.
Columbia University has announced a new mask ban, the hiring of special officers and other new policies in response to the Trump administration's list of demands.
The deadline has passed for Columbia University to respond to demands on tightening restrictions on campus protests.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams says one of the new jails being built to replace Rikers will now be dedicated to inmates with mental health issues.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams named attorney Randy Mastro his first deputy mayor, a controversial pick who served in the Giuliani administration.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
A New Jersey family says they would be heavily impacted by any proposed cuts to Medicaid.
As Americans live longer, there's a dire need to create an age-friendly health care system. But right now, there aren't enough doctors specializing in geriatrics to care for older adults.
Saturday marks five years since New York City announced citywide lockdowns due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Two cats in separate New York City households have tested positive for bird flu, the city health department says.
Country star Orville Peck will go unmasked when he makes his Broadway debut in the revival of "Cabaret."
Want to catch the 2025 NCAA March Madness tournament? Here's how to stream the college basketball games for free.
Tracy Morgan had a health scare and was seen getting sick during the Knicks-Heat game Monday at Madison Square Garden in NYC.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial for federal sex trafficking charges will begin a week later than expected, a judge in Manhattan ruled Friday.
Celebrities like Laurence Fishburne, Mark Ruffalo and Matthew Broderick were among those rallying Saturday to keep a 135-year-old church and theater space on the Upper West Side open.
The New York Giants and quarterback Jameis Winston agreed to a two-year, $8 million contract, a source tells The Associated Press.
George Foreman, an Olympic gold medalist and two-time heavyweight champion, competed between 1967 and 1997.
Rick Pitino returned to Providence and picked up a March Madness victory, coaching St. John's past Omaha 83-53 on Thursday night.
Bo Horvat scored his second goal of the game 3:37 into overtime to lift the Islanders past the Canadiens 4-3 on Thursday night for their third straight victory.
Jonathan Huberdeau scored with 3:20 left to play to lift the Flames to a come-from-behind 5-3 victory over the Devils on Thursday night.
Brooklyn's historic Hendrick I. Lott House is getting a long-overdue restoration. It's set to be transformed into Marine Park's first museum.
Tax season can bring added exposure to scams and fraud. A mother and daughter in Little Neck, Queens say it happened to them.
Yankee Stadium has unveiled new dining menu items ahead of the upcoming season.
Tensions are sparking in southern Brooklyn as residents learn of lithium-ion battery energy storage systems moving into vacant storefronts and lots along industrial corridors, many just steps from residential homes.
At Bronx Charter School for the Arts, students aren't the only ones learning a few lessons.
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.
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."
John Starks presented Garden of Dreams Ambassador Madison Smith, a high school senior from East Harlem, with a check for $60,000 to attend the HBCU of her choice.
Belleville High School in New Jersey hosted the 2nd annual 7-on-7 Northeast Showdown, where top football programs from the U.S. and Canada compete.
Doctors told author Jane Fischer that her daughter, Suzy, would never walk, talk or function in society because of brain defects.
Police said they're searching for the person who shot the teenager in Queens.
Duffy is expected to discuss a plan to reopen I-80 as soon as possible after sinkholes shut down the highway.
