Mayor Adams calls trip to Puerto Rico and the DR an eye opener
He says Americans need to see how other parts of the world live to get a better understanding of the situation.
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He says Americans need to see how other parts of the world live to get a better understanding of the situation.
Mayor Eric Adams was in the Bronx on Tuesday morning to recap his trip to Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. He and his team traveled to the Caribbean following destruction left behind by Hurricane Fiona to provide boots-on-the-ground relief. CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado has the details.
The mayor returned Monday from visiting the island and the Dominican Republic in wake of Hurricane Fiona.
The mayor returned Monday after touring the damage from Hurricane Fiona.
Calls are also intensifying to modernize the island's antiquated and unreliable electric grid.
Mayor Eric Adams is back in New York City after spending two days getting a closer look at Hurricane Fiona damage in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic.
Mayor Eric Adams is on his way back to New York City after touring hurricane damage in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. CBS2's Christina Fan reports New York lawmakers are calling for additional financial support for hurricane survivors.
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand calls for billions in federal relief after Hurricane Fiona hits Puerto Rico.
Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for the whole state, which is at risk of major flash flooding this week.
Thousands in Elizabeth, New Jersey turned a party on Sunday into a purpose to also help.
The goal Sunday was to fill up two trucks with supplies and ship them to the hurricane-ravaged island. CBS2's John Dias has the story.
The mayor will join state troopers from New York and New Jersey to help with relief efforts.
A contingent of New Jersey state police and New York state troopers boarded a plane for Puerto Rico on Saturday.
A contingent of 75 New Jersey state troopers boarded buses and then a plane for Puerto Rico this morning, where much of the hurricane ravaged island remains without power and water. CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
Meteorologists warned that it has the potential to be one of the most severe storms in Canada's history.
The hurricane hit the island earlier this week, killing at least five people and causing widespread power outages.
Puerto Rico is struggling to recover from Hurricane Fiona's fury. CBS2's Alecia Reid spoke with a New York City organization that has boots on the ground, helping with the recovery effort.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced Friday he'll head to Puerto Rico to join a team from New York assessing damage from Hurricane Fiona. The category 3 storm is still a threat. Michael George reports for CBS2.
President Biden, Gov. Hochul and Mayor Adams pledged support for the island recovering from Hurricane Fiona.
New Jersey state troopers and a doctor will assist in the recovery efforts.
It was forecast to squeeze past Bermuda Thursday before hitting easternmost Canada by late Friday.
One expert called Fiona the worst hit to the island's agriculture industry in 20 years.
A team from New York City is helping assess the damage following the devastation of Hurricane Fiona in Puerto Rico.
The National Hurricane Center said Fiona is likely to strengthen as it approaches Bermuda late Thursday.
Sen. Chuck Schumer says American politicians will make sure there is more money, along with accountability.
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New York is forming an exploratory committee to evaluate the potential of hosting the Winter Olympics for the first time since 1980.
Councilmember Chris Marte organized the vigil for Romanch Mahajan, the tourist from India killed in last week's horse carriage crash.
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The weather around the New York City area is taking a turn with heavy rain and the threat of strong storms.
Twelve people were stabbed inside a juvenile detention center in the Bronx on Sunday, police said.
The weather around the New York City area is taking a turn with heavy rain and the threat of strong storms.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
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Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
Thursday and Friday will be First Alert Weather Days in the New York City area, with high temperatures and the chance for strong storms.
The weather around the New York City area is taking a turn with heavy rain and the threat of strong storms.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
A small plane crashed into a lake in West Milford, New Jersey, on Saturday.
The weather around the New York City area is taking a turn with heavy rain and the threat of strong storms.
Firefighters in Hempstead used a ladder truck to free a seagull that got tangled in a rope above a busy street.
Adventureland reopened Saturday, but its new Wave Twister ride remained closed one day after 15 kids and one adult were stranded on the ride for hours.
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Firefighters responded to Adventureland amusement park on Long Island after a ride got stuck Friday night. Dan Rice reports from Chopper 2.
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An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
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For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
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Vanessa Murdock has the Tri-State Area's updated First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
The FDNY said it responded to reports of an oven explosion on Lexington Avenue on the Upper East Side.
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Expect rainy weather on Monday afternoon with the potential for some strong storms. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the forecast.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city prepares to shuttle World Cup fans to MetLife Stadium for the Men's World Cup game Monday. CBS News New York's Guy Staniar reports.
