Renewed calls for feds to protect New Yorkers from dry conditions and brush fires
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is asking Congress to pass a $100 billion disaster relief package by the end of the year. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is asking Congress to pass a $100 billion disaster relief package by the end of the year. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
Thursday's showers will help to prevent wildfires and brush fires, but the region's drought conditions are going to require additional downpours soon. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
While not yet mandatory, the city is asking that residents conserve water and is offering tips on how to do so. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
New York City and 10 other counties are now under a drought warning. The Big Apple had previously been under a drought watch.
It looks like the Tri-State Area will get a substantial soaking of rain later this week, something it definitely needs due to the risk of wildfires.
The governor explained the dire conditions firefighters are facing as they try to contain the blaze, which has impacted 5,000 acres along the New York and New Jersey border in Orange County.
Prosecutors have charged a man with arson in connection with a wildfire in Jackson Township that broke out on Wednesday and has burned 350 acres.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock and Lonnie Quinn have what you need to know.
New Jersey is already starting to see wildfires -- far more north than the state had warned residents about.
The wind carried smoke from a wildfire burning in Morris County, New Jersey right into the heart of Manhattan and beyond on Monday. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock says without rain soon, smoke may fill the air more frequently in the weeks to come.
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
Wildfires in the U.S. have caused a decline in air quality and an increase in deaths in parts of the U.S. – even though air quality had been improving, researchers say.
When a wildfire tore through Lahina, Hawaii earlier this year, no alerts warned the public. In our area, there were questions about how soon alerts went out during Sandy and Ida. Correspondent Stephen Stock investigates.
Mayor Eric Adams updates New Yorkers about today's air quality and other health-related announcements.
The mayor's office issued an advisory warning about smoke at high altitudes from the Canadian wildfires.
Within a day of the list's release, more than 100 of those on the list or their relatives came forward to say they're safe, the FBI said Friday.
President Biden is in Hawaii Monday to view the widespread damage from the recent Maui wildfires, meet with survivors and fend off criticism that his administration responded to the disaster too slowly. Jordan Segundo reports.
The ongoing search for victims of the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century continued in earnest on the Hawaiian island of Maui. Jessica Kartalija reports.
In Hawaii, the death toll from wildfires on Maui has now climbed to at least 99 people. More than 1,000 others are still missing. Jessica Kartalija reports.
Search operations are stepping up across the island, with more than 1,000 people still missing. Jessica Kartalija reports.
According to Moody's Analytics, the initial estimate of the cost of the wildfires is as high as $7 billion, with the majority driven by property damage. Jeff Nguyen reports.
At least 99 people were confirmed dead as of Monday evening.
Dozens of people were killed in the Maui fires, and many are still missing, authorities said.
Lahaina was once the capital of Hawaii — home to historic buildings and an iconic banyan tree.
At least 55 people have lost their lives and the toll is expected to climb. The historic town of Lahaina has been devastated.
The Riverside Church of New York announced this week plans to close its Weekday School after 95 years of caring for local children.
Alleged accomplice Ohad Fisherman posted bond and is set to be released on Friday.
Four people were injured after a small plane crashed at the Lakewood Airport in Ocean County, New Jersey, on Thursday, police said.
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo filed a lawsuit Thursday against a former aide, Charlotte Bennett, who alleged he sexually harassed her in 2020.
Luigi Mangione was charged with four federal crimes Thursday in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The federal charges are significant because they open the possibility of him facing the death penalty.
The Riverside Church of New York announced this week plans to close its Weekday School after 95 years of caring for local children.
Luigi Mangione was charged with four federal crimes Thursday in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The federal charges are significant because they open the possibility of him facing the death penalty.
Ramon Rivera, the man accused of randomly stabbing three people to death in Manhattan, pleads not guilty to murder charges.
We're in for a generally sunny day with some clouds from time to time — certainly nothing to fret about. Friday's a First Alert Weather Day, as we're anticipating rain and snow showers to develop.
Luigi Mangione faces four new federal charges, including murder, which could make him eligible for the death penalty. He is also facing multiple state charges.
We're in for a generally sunny day with some clouds from time to time — certainly nothing to fret about. Friday's a First Alert Weather Day, as we're anticipating rain and snow showers to develop.
Cold, rainy weather returns to NYC and the surrounding area today, and it's time to track some more snow later this week.
We're going for nearly 60 Tuesday, which flirts with the record of 62 set back in 2000. The normal high is 44, and we'll be nowhere near that.
A wintry mix and rain made a mess on the roads in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
The New York Mets introduced Juan Soto at Citi Field, after the four-time MLB All-Star signed a record 15-year, $765 million deal.
Four people were injured after a small plane crashed at the Lakewood Airport in Ocean County, New Jersey, on Thursday, police said.
We're in for a generally sunny day with some clouds from time to time — certainly nothing to fret about. Friday's a First Alert Weather Day, as we're anticipating rain and snow showers to develop.
The mysterious drones seen flying over New Jersey and several other East Coast states have prompted a ban from the FAA.
A move in Congress by Sen. Chuck Schumer that would have allowed towns to track drones was blocked Wednesday.
A New Jersey appeals court ruled Wednesday that Attorney General Matt Platkin overstepped his authority when he took over Paterson's police force last year.
We're in for a generally sunny day with some clouds from time to time — certainly nothing to fret about. Friday's a First Alert Weather Day, as we're anticipating rain and snow showers to develop.
If you're a National Grid customer in New York City or on Long Island, it's going to cost more to heat with gas this winter.
The Long Island Expressway has reopened hours after a deadly crash caused major delays for the morning commute.
We're going for nearly 60 Tuesday, which flirts with the record of 62 set back in 2000. The normal high is 44, and we'll be nowhere near that.
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann has been charged with a seventh murder.
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo filed a lawsuit Thursday against a former aide, Charlotte Bennett, who alleged he sexually harassed her in 2020.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' former chief advisor Ingrid Lewis-Martin has been indicted on bribery charges, the Manhattan DA announced.
A move in Congress by Sen. Chuck Schumer that would have allowed towns to track drones was blocked Wednesday.
A federal bill that could help prevent e-bike and e-scooter battery fires is finally nearing the finish line, according to the FDNY.
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, New York City Mayor Eric Adams' former chief advisor, is expected to report to court Thursday to face charges, her attorney said.
New York Congressman-elect George Latimer expects "major pushback" to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s potential vaccine policy if he heads Donald Trump's Health and Human Services Department.
A breakthrough treatment is making a huge difference for stroke survivors, improving hand and arm function, and their quality of life.
CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu's mental illness did not stop her. Now, she's highlighting hope and solutions.
Suffolk County is warning parents about the dangers of co-sleeping after three more infants who shared beds with adults died in the last four weeks.
Anthem will reverse a policy that would have capped insurance coverage for anesthesia after objections from doctors and lawmakers.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was back in federal court in Lower Manhattan on Wednesday for a pretrial hearing.
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
The annual gala at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts features personalized tributes with performances and testimonials from fellow artists.
The Yankees on Wednesday introduced one of their latest big name acquisitions – left-handed starting pitcher Max Fried.
Juuse Saros made 25 saves to lead the Nashville Predators to a victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday night.
Ondrej Palat and Stefan Noesen scored and the New Jersey Devils beat the St. Louis Blues 4-1.
The Carolina Hurricanes beat the New York Islanders on Tuesday night.
The Yankees reportedly agreed to acquire outfielder Cody Bellinger from the Cubs for right-hander Cody Poteet on Tuesday.
The Riverside Church of New York announced this week plans to close its Weekday School after 95 years of caring for local children.
Neighbors living in communities without subway stops say congestion pricing has caused many to consider leaving New York City.
As development continues in Gowanus, Powerhouse Arts, housed in an old power station, works to keep artists in the neighborhood.
The Guinness World Record holder for the largest gingerbread village is now on display at the Shops at Columbus Circle.
A Queens couple says they have been waiting for a working stove in their apartment for two and a half years.
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."
New York is cracking down on so-called "black market" restaurant reservations. Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation that would put an end to third-party services that often put high costs on customers.
Families in Morningside Heights are rallying to save the nursery school inside the historic Riverside Church of New York. The church announced this week it would close the Weekday School, which has served neighborhood children since 1930, next summer. CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell reports.
Nassau County, Long Island is taking new measures to crack down on those mystery drones.
The 14th Street subway station is now fully accessible for four new elevators for the 1/2/3 lines.
Familiar faces from stage and screen headed into the Majestic Theatre to be dazzled by 6-time Tony winner Audra McDonald in "Gypsy." CBS News New York's Dave Carlin was there.
