"Sunken" basketball court among NYC's flood-prevention plans
The Adams administration showcased its various efforts to keep pace with extreme weather events and climate change in Queens. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.
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The Adams administration showcased its various efforts to keep pace with extreme weather events and climate change in Queens. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.
New York City officials addressed extreme weather and a billion dollar plan for flood prevention and preparation in Queens.
As climate change whips up wilder weather, more Americans must deal with "hazards they have not faced in the past," expert says.
One of the largest cemeteries in New York City has completed a major project to deal with storm water runoff.
From roads to runways, rising temperatures are more than just uncomfortable. They're impacting our infrastructure. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.
One of the largest cemeteries in New York City has completed a major project to deal with storm water runoff. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
How much do New Yorkers care about climate change and is it impacting their lives?
CBS New York's Alecia Reid has more on what climate scientists are saying.
This summer's heat wave has shattered temperature records across the U.S., but those living in so-called "urban heat islands" are feeling the heat even more. CBS News' John Dickerson explains.
Some New York City neighborhoods could be underwater in less than 80 years, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
NOAA's new interactive map shows which parts of New York City are threatened by rising sea levels the most. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports.
Six people protesting climate change stormed the 18th green at the Travelers Championship on Sunday, delaying the finish for about five minutes.
We're barely into summer, and NOAA is already saying that there is a 100% chance that 2024 will be among the five warmest years on record, and a 50% chance it will be the hottest ever. Mark Strassmannn reports.
High temperatures are scorching the Midwest and East Coast as a heat dome intensifies over the region. Farther south, tropical storm Alberto has weakened to a tropical depression now hovering over Mexico. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has the latest from Texas, where multiple areas are still experiencing flooding.
A local rescuer in Greece says "it defies logic" that people are risking walks alone in such extreme heat.
As temperatures rise, new research shows critical limits for how heat affects the body may be lower than previously thought. Humidity is a big factor.
Scientists say we need a new standard to explain how heat is harming our bodies. New research shows the threshold may be lower than experts thought. National environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
When we think of climate change, we often think about the health of the planet. But studies have found humans may be affected to an even greater extent -- everything from a rise in cardiovascular disease to more tick and mosquito-borne illnesses. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York with more details.
Sailboats descended on New York Harbor in advance of a Vendée Globe qualifying race next week.
Next week's race takes off from the Statue of Liberty and heads all the way to France. CBS New York's Hannah Kliger has more on how sailors have joined the fight against climate change.
With extreme weather and environmental changes threatening our planet, the impact of climate change is real, and scary. But there are some solutions to protect the Tri-State Area.
As CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports, climate change can take many forms.
Scientists are using a range of tools to protect the endangered wildlife that could disappear in coming decades.
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered in consecutive at-bats against All-Star Braxton Ashcraft and drove in five runs, powering the Yankees to an 8-5 victory over the Pirates on Monday night.
Cooper Pratt hit his first major league homer to help spoil Freddy Peralta's return to Milwaukee as the Brewers defeated the Mets 8-3 on Monday night.
The New York City health commissioner revealed more somber news on Monday, announcing the fourth death related to the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is doubling down on his promise to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he arrives for the United Nations General Assembly in a few weeks.
The New York City health commissioner revealed more somber news on Monday, announcing the fourth death related to the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is doubling down on his promise to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he arrives for the United Nations General Assembly in a few weeks.
Police say a man who has been doing business as a naturopathic doctor in the Bronx has been arrested after a 27-year-old woman came in for a treatment over the weekend and later died at the hospital.
There have been major developments in the case of a social media influencer who was gunned down last summer on the Cross County Parkway in Westchester.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area Tuesday after a brief reprieve.
Storms brought flooding rains, damaging winds, hail and lightning to New York and New Jersey on Saturday.
While the air quality is improving, haze still lingers as New Yorkers brace for upcoming rain and possibly severe storms Saturday.
A tornado warning was issued in parts of New Jersey on Thursday evening.
A heat advisory is in effect until Wednesday night for most of the Tri-State Area, with feels-like temperatures reaching into the 100s.
There have been major developments in the case of a social media influencer who was gunned down last summer on the Cross County Parkway in Westchester.
Two young children were killed during the crash in Barnegat Bay between Berkeley Township and Seaside Heights on Sunday night.
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets.
Hundreds of fans packed the American Dream mall on Sunday to watch the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain on a big screen and inside restaurants.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area Tuesday after a brief reprieve.
Matthew Smith, 21, pleaded guilty to driving drunk and crashing his pickup truck into Patricia Espinosa's car, killing her.
Democratic socialists have had a number of big victories lately, both in the New York City area and nationally. That begs the question: are they the new political force in the United States?
A memorial service was held on Long Island on Friday night for victims of TWA Flight 800, marking 30 years since the deadly crash. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
A large gun and drug bust in Nassau County led to six arrests.
Friday marks 30 years since TWA Flight 800 exploded in midair off of Long Island minutes after taking off from JFK Airport en route to Paris. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is doubling down on his promise to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he arrives for the United Nations General Assembly in a few weeks.
Democratic socialists have had a number of big victories lately, both in the New York City area and nationally. That begs the question: are they the new political force in the United States?
White House border czar Tom Homan said "I think body cameras are the way to go" after fatal shootings by federal immigration officers in Texas and Maine earlier this month.
The following is the transcript of an interview with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 19, 2026.
It will be the first meeting between President Trump and Sheinbaum since December after months of verbal sparring. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is also expected to attend.
For the third day in a row, the NYC Health Department has announced a death in the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster.
A second death has been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Saturday.
One death has been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on New York City's Upper East Side, health officials say.
Farmers in New Jersey say the cyclosporiasis outbreaks across the country are providing an opportunity to get to know your local farmer.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The final show of Jay-Z's anniversary concert series at Yankee Stadium was delayed for hours after hundreds of ticketless fans flooded the gates and breached security, according to officials.
Jay-Z and some very special guests took over Yankee Stadium on Friday night, performing to a sold-out crowd.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered in consecutive at-bats against All-Star Braxton Ashcraft and drove in five runs, powering the Yankees to an 8-5 victory over the Pirates on Monday night.
Cooper Pratt hit his first major league homer to help spoil Freddy Peralta's return to Milwaukee as the Brewers defeated the Mets 8-3 on Monday night.
Five Yankees pitchers combined on a four-hitter as New York edged the Dodgers 2-1 to split their day-night doubleheader Sunday.
The New York Mets won a series in Philadelphia for the first time in nearly four years, beating the Phillies 6-1 on Sunday.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched a four-hitter, and the Dodgers defeated the Yankees 8-2 in the opener of their day-night doubleheader Sunday.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
Eddie Palmieri, the East Harlem legend who revolutionized Latin music, now has a street renamed in his honor.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
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.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
CBS News New York's Luis Miguel Echegaray takes a look back at many of the magical moments over the last month.
CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu takes us to meet some very special children and the man in red who's bringing them early holiday joy.
Police say a woman who went in for treatment at a lifestyle center later died at the hospital. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has the story.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has the latest on when the the thunderstorms are expected to roll through.
The task force working the case cast a wide net and now almost a dozen alleged gang members are charged in a total of five homicides. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports.
