Volunteers work to bring Prospect Park's burned hillside back to life
A slow but hopeful recovery effort is continuing with the planting native vegetation and restoration of damaged woodlands.
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A slow but hopeful recovery effort is continuing with the planting native vegetation and restoration of damaged woodlands.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a state of emergency on Saturday as crews battled several brush fires on Long Island.
Scott Sabo, Forest Ranger and Operations Section Chief, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation joins CBS New York to discuss how crews are battling the Jennings Creek wildfire.
New York City and 10 other counties are now under a drought warning. The Big Apple had previously been under a drought watch.
Orange County, New York is dealing with an extended state of emergency due to the ongoing Jennings Creek wildfire.
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.
Chopper 2 flew over the firefighting efforts to contain the Jennings Creek wildfire on the New York-New Jersey border, and the brush fire at Inwood Hill Park in Upper Manhattan.
A brush fire at Inwood Hill Park in Upper Manhattan broke out again overnight, but firefighters had it back under control before daybreak.
Crews are still on the scene of a brush fire at Inwood Hill Park in Upper Manhattan as they monitor hot spots. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has the latest.
Long Island volunteer firefighter Jonathan Quiles is accused of intentionally setting a brush fire in Medford, New York.
Suffolk County police said 20-year-old Jonathan Quiles, of Medford, was arrested on charges of arson and reckless endangerment. He pleaded not guilty to two counts of each during his arraignment on Wednesday. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
A volunteer firefighter on Long Island is accused of intentionally setting a brush fire in Medford, New York.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul visited the site of a deadly 5,000-acre wildfire that's burning along the New York-New Jersey border Tuesday.
Authorities say the 5,000-acre Jennings Creek wildfire is 20% contained, with 10% containment in both New York and New Jersey.
An 18-year-old New York Parks Department employee was killed while fighting a wildfire in Passaic County, New Jersey on Saturday.
The fire killed a New York parks worker on Saturday and is threatening homes from Passaic County to Orange County. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has the latest.
Roads have reopened around the Black Run Preserve in Evesham Township, New Jersey, as crews work to contain the Bethany Run Wildfire.
Brush fires broke out in The Palisades, New Jersey overnight, sending smoke across the Hudson River and into New York City. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan and Natalie Duddridge have team coverage from both sides of the river.
A brush fire broke out in New Jersey's Palisades area overnight, sending smoke across the Hudson River and into New York City. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook and Christina Fan start off our team coverage.
Another wildfire broke out in New Jersey overnight, and it is sending smoke across the Hudson River and into the Bronx. CBS News New York has team coverage from both sides of the river and overhead.
New York City leaders hope residents will step up to slow down water usage and keep brush fires from starting.
A brush fire in Van Cortlandt Park is causing smoke and traffic delays in the area.
New York and New Jersey are certainly not known for being wildfire hotspots, but with an extended dry pattern that has settled upon this region, the threat of wildfires has become a very real concern. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
A brush fire in Rockaway, N.J. is 10% contained as much of our area is under a Red Flag Warning. CBS News New York's Rob Marciano reports.
NJ Transit and Amtrak service was restored Thursday evening after a brush fire in Secaucus, N.J. snarled service. There were extensive delays, leaving commuters at Penn Station frustrated. CBS New York's Lori Bordonaro, Ali Bauman, Dan Rice and Lonnie Quinn have team coverage.
A woman convicted of stowing away on a flight out of JFK Airport in 2024 has allegedly done it again, this time at Newark Airport, sources say.
Could New York City's harsh winter weather end up curbing the number of rats? Here's why experts are saying don't count on it.
Nassau County DA Anne Donnelly said Wen-Lone Chou stockpiled parts and tested the guns he built in a makeshift shooting range in his Mineola basement.
A federal immigration investigation on Wednesday ended with a chaotic crash in Newark, New Jersey, officials say.
Julie Menin is settling into her role as the seventh elected speaker of the New York City Council.
A woman convicted of stowing away on a flight out of JFK Airport in 2024 has allegedly done it again, this time at Newark Airport, sources say.
Could New York City's harsh winter weather end up curbing the number of rats? Here's why experts are saying don't count on it.
Nassau County DA Anne Donnelly said Wen-Lone Chou stockpiled parts and tested the guns he built in a makeshift shooting range in his Mineola basement.
Julie Menin is settling into her role as the seventh elected speaker of the New York City Council.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani traveled to Washington, D.C., Thursday to meet with President Trump.
Another round of snow is impacting the Tri-State Area Wednesday, just after a major blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow in some parts of New York and New Jersey.
Pet owners should be extra cautious with their pets during and after the major winter snowstorm impacting the New York and New Jersey area.
Double-digit snow totals have been reported across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut as a major blizzard begins to wind down.
The storm has started to wrap up in New York City, New Jersey and beyond, with impressive snow totals left in its wake.
A blizzard warning has been issued for New York City and the surrounding area as a major snowstorm develops along the coast.
A woman convicted of stowing away on a flight out of JFK Airport in 2024 has allegedly done it again, this time at Newark Airport, sources say.
A federal immigration investigation on Wednesday ended with a chaotic crash in Newark, New Jersey, officials say.
Staff at Adventure Aquarium in New Jersey are welcoming three little blue penguin chicks who were born during the first week of February.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill nominated Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as acting superintendent of New Jersey's 3,000-member state police force.
New Jersey is facing a lawsuit over a recent directive limiting immigration operations in state-controlled buildings.
Nassau County DA Anne Donnelly said Wen-Lone Chou stockpiled parts and tested the guns he built in a makeshift shooting range in his Mineola basement.
A Long Island crossing guard is in critical condition after being hit while shoveling snow in Merrick, sources said.
Dozens of people were displaced and three suffered minor injuries after a fire at a West Babylon, Long Island apartment complex.
Long Island grandfather's Seth Bykofsky's #1 fight since January has been to keep his custom license plate, which reads "PB4WEGO."
Another round of snow is impacting the Tri-State Area Wednesday, just after a major blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow in some parts of New York and New Jersey.
Julie Menin is settling into her role as the seventh elected speaker of the New York City Council.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani traveled to Washington, D.C., Thursday to meet with President Trump.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill nominated Jeanne Hengemuhle to serve as acting superintendent of New Jersey's 3,000-member state police force.
The Department of Homeland Security said ICE agents detained Elmina "Ellie" Aghayeva at Columbia University Thursday, saying her student visa was revoked in 2016. She was later released.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said in her opening statement before the House Oversight Committee that she had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.
For the first time in 30 years, the Food and Drug Administration has approved a new treatment for an inoperable type of pancreatic cancer.
NYSNA has reached a tentative contract agreement with NewYork-Presbyterian, signaling a potential end to the longest nurses strike in New York City history.
NYSNA ratified contracts with Montefiore and Mount Sinai, clearing the way for nurses to return to work Saturday after walking off one month ago.
The longest and largest nurses strike in New York City history is set to end after over three weeks as NYSNA says it has a tentative agreement.
Mount Sinai Health System and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield failed to reach a contract agreement by Dec. 31, which means about 9,000 physicians are no longer considered in-network.
Harvey Weinstein has hired Luigi Mangione's and Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers to represent him at his third New York rape trial.
Harlem's Lafayette Theatre is believed to be the first major New York City theater to desegregate, just a year after its opening.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
The Buffalo Sabres beat the New Jersey Devils 2-1 on Wednesday night in the NHL's return to action.
CC Sabathia's No. 52 will be retired on Sept. 26 by the New York Yankees.
The Cavaliers pulled away in the second half for a 109-94 victory over the Knicks on Tuesday night.
The Mavericks beat the Nets 123-114 on Tuesday night after both teams arrived in New York earlier in the day.
Karl-Anthony Towns had 28 points and 11 rebounds for his NBA-leading 39th double-double and the Knicks outlasted the sliding Bulls 105-99 on Sunday night.
Could New York City's harsh winter weather end up curbing the number of rats? Here's why experts are saying don't count on it.
A Jewish congregation in Brooklyn is fighting to save their historic house of worship.
Harlem's Lafayette Theatre is believed to be the first major New York City theater to desegregate, just a year after its opening.
Multiple rezonings in Queens are paving the way for tens of thousands of new units, but some residents worry about how it could affect their communities.
Residents and skate advocates clash over a proposed Mount Prospect Park skate facility, as city officials promise an updated design this spring.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
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.
Two children were hurt in Tribeca when several manholes exploded Thursday afternoon, sources say.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton answered questions under oath from the House Oversight Committee on Thursday, and former President Bill Clinton testifies Friday. Erica Brown reports from Capitol Hill.
Some New Jersey school districts canceled classes for three days because of the blizzard. Now, several districts have to figure out how to make up for snow days. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
A body was found late Thursday morning in Central Park, police say.
Rapper Megan Thee Stallion will make her Broadway debut in "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" this March.
