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According to a report from the World Travel and Tourism Council, vacations account for up to 11% of the world's greenhouse gases. But it's easy to make a difference when you travel.
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According to a report from the World Travel and Tourism Council, vacations account for up to 11% of the world's greenhouse gases. But it's easy to make a difference when you travel.
For particle pollution over a 24-hour period, the Tri-State Area got a "C" from the American Lung Association.
New data released by the city says 20% of the Big Apple's greenhouse gas emissions come from food production and consumption.
Atmospheric rivers devastated acres of California's crops — meaning Americans will likely see higher prices for items like strawberries, lettuce, even frozen pizza this spring and summer.
And if you listen closely, the type of sound the plant is making could tell you what's wrong.
New York's Climate Act – said to be "the most aggressive climate and clean energy initiative in the nation" – will ensure "those most vulnerable to recurrent extreme weather events" get prioritized, leaders say.
Thirty percent of Americans live in a community near a coastline. While those people don't have the power to unilaterally solve the underlying problem of climate change, some communities are now grappling with how to adapt.
U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez, Rep. Frank Pallone and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers were all on hand.
"Humanity is on thin ice, and that ice is melting fast," the U.N. chief said, calling a new report on the rate of climate change "a survival guide for humanity."
The future of flight took off with climate change on its radar – no jet fuel needed to take to the skies, just hydrogen.
Research shows most youth are "extremely worried" about climate change. Kids and young adults who struggle with climate anxiety can perceive they have no future or that humanity is doomed.
In case you missed it, we learned about the eight colleges producing the most multimillionaires, and a pizza shop in Ohio drew attention after advertising its search for "non-stupid" people.
Average winter temperatures across most of the country are on the rise, putting water resources at risk and threatening cold weather culture in the era of climate change.
The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists warns that "unprecedented danger" has pushed the world closer than ever to catastrophe: "We are on the brink of a precipice."
The lack of snow is taking a financial toll from Maine to Michigan.
Several groups argued that climate change is impacting ocean waters altering the ecosystems, and ultimately causing changes in whale behavior.
There are steps you can take now to be more energy efficient and reduce your carbon emissions.
As our climate changes and extreme weather events increase, climate anxiety becomes more prevalent - especially among our youngest generation.
It's one of the most powerful forces warming the Earth, leading to increasingly severe droughts, wildfires and floods. It's also invisible. So how do we see start seeing carbon?
With every passing year bringing more violent storms, CBS2's John Elliott has some important weather resolutions we need to make, and keep.
CBS2's Lonnie Quinn and meteorologist and producer Giorgio Panetta explain the challenges carbon dioxide creates in forecasting, and what it could mean for the rest of the winter.
Changing the course of the climate crisis starts in your own home. CBS2's Jessi Mitchell reports.
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock spoke with an expert about climate anxiety and a young woman who managed hers by taking action.
As each day passes, an invisible problem is creating more danger for people on Earth. That invisible problem is carbon dioxide, and too much of it in the atmosphere is what drives climate change. David Schechter reports.
Climate change continues to be more of a priority for Democrats than Republicans.
The woman accusing Harvey Weinstein of raping her at a Manhattan hotel room in 2013 took the stand Monday as the third trial of the disgraced movie mogul continued for a second week.
Air taxis are expected to soon fly regularly between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Manhattan in less than 10 minutes.
Brooklyn College seniors are frustrated after learning they won't walk across the stage during their commencement at Barclays Center.
Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan went into lockdown after one student reported another might have had a weapon, police said.
Jay Bryant, one of the three men charged in the killing of hip-hop icon Jam Master Jay, change his plea to guilty in court on Monday.
The woman accusing Harvey Weinstein of raping her at a Manhattan hotel room in 2013 took the stand Monday as the third trial of the disgraced movie mogul continued for a second week.
Air taxis are expected to soon fly regularly between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Manhattan in less than 10 minutes.
Brooklyn College seniors are frustrated after learning they won't walk across the stage during their commencement at Barclays Center.
Jay Bryant, one of the three men charged in the killing of hip-hop icon Jam Master Jay, change his plea to guilty in court on Monday.
Soccer fans in New York City will be able to watch FIFA World Cup matches for free this summer at five official fan events.
Some residual showers may linger into early Sunday morning, but the majority of the rainfall should be over by sunrise.
Amtrak announced Thursday it is suing Metro-North for allegedly blocking nonrevenue trains on a portion of the busy Northeast Corridor for over two months.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
Colder weather returns to the New York City area this week with sub-freezing temperatures in the suburbs.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan went into lockdown after one student reported another might have had a weapon, police said.
Soccer fans in New York City will be able to watch FIFA World Cup matches for free this summer at five official fan events.
A New Jersey man has been convicted in the 2015 murder of professional basketball player Michael Wright.
A woman is dead and two people are critically injured after the fire on Schley Street in Newark, New Jersey.
Some residual showers may linger into early Sunday morning, but the majority of the rainfall should be over by sunrise.
Diana Kutateladze had nearly twice the legal limit of of alcohol in her system when she caused a deadly, high-speed six-car wreck on the Southern State Parkway in Hempstead, prosecutors said.
We're in for a mild weather day in NYC Friday, but a First Alert Weather Day is right around the corner, with rounds of rain on tap for Saturday.
Sister Francis Piscatella, New York's oldest person, celebrated her 113th birthday and Pope Leo XIV sent a blessing from the Vatican for the occasion.
A father and son were arrested after police said they found chemicals to make explosives at their home on New York's Long Island.
Scientists say New York's coastal waters are experiencing some of the most severe threats on record, and they're not just environmental.
Soccer fans in New York City will be able to watch FIFA World Cup matches for free this summer at five official fan events.
Cole Allen was charged Monday in federal court with three counts including attempt to assassinate the president.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are aiming to strengthen the "special relationship" the U.S. and United Kingdom have had since World War II.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's running mate says having two women atop the Democratic ticket sends a strong message to voters.
CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang was sitting next to President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner when the chaos unfolded.
The B.R.O. Experience Foundation uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mentorship and creative expression to support men of color navigating identity.
Travelers at Newark Airport may have been exposed to an individual with measles, New Jersey health officials warn.
The Tri-State Area has the dirtiest air in the U.S. east of Texas, according to The American Lung Association's newly released "State of the Air" report.
The 16th Annual Lustgarten Foundation New York City Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research was held Sunday in Battery Park City.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
The woman accusing Harvey Weinstein of raping her at a Manhattan hotel room in 2013 took the stand Monday as the third trial of the disgraced movie mogul continued for a second week.
Ticketmaster will be rereleasing tickets for Harry Styles' upcoming concerts in New York City that were originally purchased by scalpers, the company says.
The upcoming fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art includes 25 mannequins based on real bodies.
A previously unreleased song is one of many ways Prince is being honored a decade after his death.
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
Soccer fans in New York City will be able to watch FIFA World Cup matches for free this summer at five official fan events.
The Rockies defeated the Mets 3-1 and 3-0 on Sunday to sweep the rain-interrupted weekend series at Citi Field.
Spencer Arrighetti allowed one run over seven innings, Christian Walker homered and drove home a season-high four runs, and the Astros beat the Yankees 7-4 on Sunday.
The Yankees extended their winning streak to eight games with an 8-3 victory over the Astros on Saturday night.
Kévin Denkey scored twice in the first half to back Roman Celantano and FC Cincinnati blanked the Red Bulls 2-0 on Saturday.
The B.R.O. Experience Foundation uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mentorship and creative expression to support men of color navigating identity.
An out-of-service escalator at Jamaica Station in Queens is reviving complaints that date back years.
The head of a housing nonprofit in Harlem was arrested after residents complained over delayed repairs.
A 2009 New York City law requiring most roll-down security gates to be at least 70% transparent is set to take effect this summer.
Recurring elevator problems are back and worse than ever at one New York City high-rise, according to tenants.
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.
County Executive Bruce Blakeman signed the bill cracking down on pet owners who leave their animals tethered outside alone.
As police continue to search for the gunman, CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger has learned more about the victim, Marquise Byfield.
The wild shooting led to police exchanging gunfire with a suspect on 125th Street and Amsterdam.
Rep. Josh Gottheimer says he wants to make sure people arriving in New Jersey for the World Cup aren't bombarded with "I Love New York" merch.
Officers specifically trained to deal with unique situations involving animals recently helped save an osprey that got tangled high in a tree in Woodmere. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
