Severe drought fueling wildfire crisis in western North America
Severe drought is fueling dozens of wildfires across western North America, and some areas are declaring states of emergency. CBS News' Carissa Lawson reports.
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Severe drought is fueling dozens of wildfires across western North America, and some areas are declaring states of emergency. CBS News' Carissa Lawson reports.
A historic lodge on the Grand Canyon's northern rim was destroyed by a wildfire.
Smoke from Canadian and U.S. wildfires is headed for Massachusetts. WBZ-TV meteorologists Jacob Wycoff and Terry Eliasen discuss air quality concerns, as well as summer heat and more weekend rain in the forecast.
Marshfield native Tom Nicholson lost his home in the Los Angeles wildfires. Now he's putting his life back together.
Dozens of people have been arrested in Los Angeles for looting in the wake of wildfires burning through the area. WBZ-TV's Laura Haefli reports from Los Angeles.
Forecasters are warning of a new fire danger in parts of Los Angeles County with the return of powerful Santa Ana winds. WBZ-TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
At least 16 people are confirmed dead and 12,000 structures have been destroyed in the devastating wildfires in California. WBZ-TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
As wildfires continue to cause destruction in California, people and businesses in Massachusetts are looking for ways to help victims. One restaurant in Cambridge is doing its part to support relief efforts by donating proceeds from part of their menu.
Hundreds of passengers landed in Boston after evacuating the deadly wildfires in Los Angeles.
Hundreds of passengers landed in Boston Wednesday after evacuating the deadly wildfires in Los Angeles. WBZ-TV's Brandon Truitt reports.
Residents in Middleton and other parts of the North Shore said the smoke from the wildfires has been making it hard to breathe. WBZ-TV's Kristina Rex reports.
Helicopters were called in to battle wildfires in North Shore communities. WBZ-TV's Tammy Mutasa reports.
Firefighters and environmentalists say that the "prescribed" burning of dead forests is actually beneficial. CBS News's Dave Malkoff reports.
The National Weather Service said record-breaking temperatures can be expected throughout the weekend.
Crews in Western Canada are currently facing 130 active wildfires, including 14 considered out of control. Here's why it's so bad.
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
Wildfires are causing a pollutant that is usually attributed to factories and vehicle exhaust. CBS' David Schechter reports.
At least 115 people were confirmed dead, Maui County said Monday.
Here are some organizations accepting donations to assist victims of the disastrous wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui.
Firefighters worked to extinguish flare-ups — when the intensity or spread of a wildfire speeds up rapidly — on Saturday, officials said.
Dozens of people were killed in the Maui fires, and many are still missing, authorities said.
WBZ TV's Tiffany Chan reports.
As more people across the country are seeing the impact of wildfires and smoke, scientists are turning to the promise of big data, technology and collaboration to keep big fires from spreading.
Years of keeping fire out of America's forests led to a buildup of dead trees and brush — fuel for today's larger, hotter, more lethal wildfires.
A second crew of Massachusetts Wildlands Firefighters will be sent up to Quebec on Wednesday to help fight wildfires.
Many onlookers came out to experience the strong ocean wind and rough seas on the coast of Massachusetts.
The September nor'easter is leaving its mark across the state, with several reports of trees and wires down in multiple communities.
The Chicago Cubs beat the Boston Red Sox 6-2 on Sunday in a regular-season finale that was relocated to Tropicana Field.
Despite the storm gradually winding down, some minor impacts are still expected from flooding to coastal concerns.
Drake Maye threw two more interceptions and the Jacksonville Jaguars dominated the New England Patriots 35-6 on Sunday.
Drake Maye threw two more interceptions and the Jacksonville Jaguars dominated the New England Patriots 35-6 on Sunday.
Despite the storm gradually winding down, some minor impacts are still expected from flooding to coastal concerns.
The September nor'easter is leaving its mark across the state, with several reports of trees and wires down in multiple communities.
Logan Airport in Boston is seeing flight delays and cancellations due to the nor'easter this weekend.
Many onlookers came out to experience the strong ocean wind and rough seas on the coast of Massachusetts.
Last year, insurance companies in Massachusetts said they would stop covering GLP-1s when used specifically for weight loss.
In Massachusetts, one high school explained steps it has taken to try and reduce head injuries.
This year, ER visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. How can you best avoid tick bites?
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Sydney Towle, known for her social media content about living with a rare form of cancer called cholangiocarcinoma, died Wednesday in Bethesda, Maryland.
A Boston mom says her 5-year-old son, who has special needs, is being investigated for sexual harassment by Boston Public Schools.
Conor Healy's powered wheelchair is his lifeline. When it broke, his family tried for months to get it fixed. So they reached out to Call for Action for help.
A former FAA special agent says the 9/11 attacks never should have happened because the government was aware of the vulnerabilities.
According to I-Team sources, a Massachusetts State Police trooper allegedly targeted his former girlfriend with racist messages after she began dating a man of color.
Massachusetts State Police have opened an internal affairs investigation after an alleged sexual assault at the department's Oak Bluffs barracks, the WBZ-TV I-Team has learned.
Jon Keller said it's a mistake to think that young people will automatically gravitate to a younger candidate in Massachusetts.
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Frugal Fannie's co-owner Kathleen "Fannie" Doxer said closing the bargain women's clothing store is "so sad."
Frugal Fannie's, a warehouse clothing store known for its bargains, is closing its Westwood, Massachusetts, location after 43 years.
The immersive WNDR Museum in Boston's Downtown Crossing is set to close down just two years after it opened.
Panera Bread is moving its headquarters from St. Louis to Weston, Massachusetts.
Breaking Grounds Cafe, a Peabody, Massachusetts coffee shop known for employing people with disabilities, is closing.
Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House has become one of New England's most imaginative seaside estates.
Blending clean modern lines with the warmth of a classic seaside retreat, this stunning North Shore coastal home was designed to feel both elevated and inviting.
Set across thirty acres of rolling lawns, wooded trails, and contemporary outdoor art, deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum invites visitors to experience art in the landscape.
James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Karen Akunowicz has become known for her bold, Italian-inspired cooking and unmistakable culinary voice.
Just a short drive from Newport, the Norman Bird Sanctuary spans 300 acres of fields, forests, and coastal trails with sweeping views and more than six miles of hiking paths.
The Chicago Cubs beat the Boston Red Sox 6-2 on Sunday in a regular-season finale that was relocated to Tropicana Field.
Drake Maye threw two more interceptions and the Jacksonville Jaguars dominated the New England Patriots 35-6 on Sunday.
The Boston Bruins named David Pastrnak the 28th captain in franchise history on Sunday.
The New England Patriots travel to take on the Jacksonville Jaguars for Week 3. Here is how you can watch the game.
Baseball's postseason will start with one of its classic rivalries: Red Sox vs. Yankees.
A two-headed turtle on Cape Cod has veterinarians seeing double.
Video of a "birdnado" shows thousands of tree swallows preparing to migrate south in Newburyport, Massachusetts.
A magazine borrowed from the Concord Public Library in New Hampshire 132 years ago has finally been returned.
A blue marlin weighing 1,260 pounds was caught by a charter fishing boat off Massachusetts.
Natick says it is installing a new floating boardwalk across Pickerel Pond.