Fall foliage colors muted in several regions due to drought
Leaf-peeping season has arrived in the Northeast and beyond, but weeks of drought have dulled this year's autumn colors and sent leaves fluttering to the ground earlier than usual.
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Leaf-peeping season has arrived in the Northeast and beyond, but weeks of drought have dulled this year's autumn colors and sent leaves fluttering to the ground earlier than usual.
The U.S. Drought Monitor rates most of New York, northern New Jersey and Connecticut as "abnormally dry."
October is starting off the way August and September unfolded – not much in the way of rainfall. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello reports on the increasing drought concerns and elevated fire risk across the Tri-State Area.
Due to limited rainfall of late, the state is taking action to prevent wildfires and to conserve water.
New Jersey fire officials are preparing for what could be a very active wildfire season.
New York City is no longer under a drought warning, Mayor Eric Adams announced Monday.
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.
The first major snowstorm of the season is making its presence felt across the region, bringing heavy snow, power outages and school closures. Hundreds were left without power, including a community already reeling from weeks of wildfires. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The first damp day in weeks is a welcome sign amid brush fires and the drought. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
The last time New York City issued a drought warning was more than 20 years ago, in 2002.
New York City and 10 other counties are now under a drought warning. The Big Apple had previously been under a drought watch.
New York City and 10 other counties in the state have declared a drought warning. The Big Apple had previously been under a drought watch. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
New York City is instituting a drought warning, Mayor Eric Adams announced Monday.
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 fire is raging in the Sterling Forest State Park. Authorities say it has been boxed in by fire lines.
Firefighters are slowly making progress in their battle against a wildfire at the border of New Jersey and New York.
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.
New Jersey has declared a drought warning as dry conditions continue, asking residents to conserve water voluntarily.
Gov. Phil Murphy and other state officials will hold another briefing Wednesday to discuss the possible drought warning status.
A wildfire that's burning through New York and New Jersey has already scorched 3,000 acres and is blamed for one death. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has the latest from West Milford.
Parts of the East Coast are under drought conditions and red flag warnings, from Massachusetts to the northern edge of Virginia and West Virginia.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest forecast.
The drought in New Jersey is putting serious stress on two of the Garden State's top crops – blueberries and cranberries.
With record warmth and no rain, the Tri-State Area continues to dry out and the drought worsens.
New York City leaders hope residents will step up to slow down water usage and keep brush fires from starting.
New York City firefighters were out in force on Monday clearing downed trees in the streets, including one that fell near a convent on Manhattan's West Side.
Military planners are advising President Trump that any strike on Tehran's assets would almost certainly not be a singular, decisive blow.
NJ Transit will be back in action on Monday afternoon, with limited service beginning to ramp up after 4 p.m.
New York City Public Schools will be back in session as normal Tuesday, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced.
Pet owners should be extra cautious with their pets during and after the major winter snowstorm impacting the New York and New Jersey area.
New York City firefighters were out in force on Monday clearing downed trees in the streets, including one that fell near a convent on Manhattan's West Side.
New York City Public Schools will be back in session as normal Tuesday, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced.
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.
New York City will have a regular snow day on Monday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said, due to the nor'easter and forecast for towering snowfall totals.
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.
Four people were arrested for a home invasion that shut down two schools in Fairfield, Connecticut Thursday morning.
NJ Transit will be back in action on Monday afternoon, with limited service beginning to ramp up after 4 p.m.
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 is in effect for all of New Jersey as parts of the Garden State could get one to two feet of snow.
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.
New York City is facing a blizzard warning for the first time since 2017, Hochul said.
Sweetbriar Nature Center has been working around the clock to save starving, freezing and injured animals amid the harsh winter weather.
Military planners are advising President Trump that any strike on Tehran's assets would almost certainly not be a singular, decisive blow.
NJ Transit will be back in action on Monday afternoon, with limited service beginning to ramp up after 4 p.m.
New York City Public Schools will be back in session as normal Tuesday, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced.
A federal judge on Monday permanently blocked the Justice Department from releasing former special counsel Jack Smith's report on the classified documents investigation.
An armed man was shot and killed early Sunday morning after "unauthorized entry" into the secure perimeter at President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate, the U.S. Secret Service said.
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.
"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.
Springsteen is taking his "Land Of Hope And Dreams American Tour" nationwide starting in the spring.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert criticized CBS on Monday night, saying the network blocked his interview with U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico from airing.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
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.
Nicolás Fernández scored on a penalty kick in the second half and New York City FC tied the Los Angeles Galaxy 1-1 in a season opener before a sellout crowd of 30,510 at Dignity Health Sports Park.
The Milan Cortina Olympics ended Sunday with a closing ceremony inside the ancient Roman amphitheater, Verona Arena.
Through a sudden death overtime goal, the U.S. men's hockey team is golden over Canada.
Karl-Anthony Towns scored 25 points, Jalen Brunson had 20 and the Knicks erased an 18-point, fourth-quarter deficit and beat the Rockets 108-106 on Saturday.
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.
A Brooklyn community is fighting to turn a forgotten landmark into a heritage center.
Edward R. Murrow High School's new boiler system cuts emissions while doubling as a hands-on sustainability lesson for students.
LUAR Creative Director Raul López says Lady Gaga's salsa-inspired dress in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show was a moment of pride for Caribbeans and Latinos.
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.
At one points, some nuns from a nearby convent came out and offered food and drinks to members of the FDNY's Ladder 4. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
Watch team coverage of the blizzard that brought double digit snow totals to the Tri-State Area. Lisa Rozner, Marcia Kramer, Jenna DeAngelis and Lonnie Quinn report.
CBS News New York's Elle McLogan has the story from Ridgewood.
Despite having quite the cleanup ahead of them, local residents would rather look on the bright side. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.
Well over a foot of snow fell in each area, burying cars and creating hazardous travel, but it wasn't all doom and gloom. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello, Jennifer Bisram and Vanessa Murdock have the story.
