NYC team sent to Puerto Rico to assess hurricane damage
One expert called Fiona the worst hit to the island's agriculture industry in 20 years.
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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.
Sen. Chuck Schumer says American politicians will make sure there is more money, along with accountability.
After gaining strength and becoming a monster Category 3 storm, Fiona ripped through the Turks and Caicos on Tuesday. CBS2's Kevin Rincon has more on local storm recovery efforts, as well as finger-pointing.
Authorities in the U.S. territory said it was too early to know the full scope of damage from an expansive storm that was still forecast to unleash torrential rain across Puerto Rico on Monday.
On this fifth anniversary of Hurricane Maria, another storm has plunged Puerto Rico into the dark. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has the latest developments.
About one million people are without power in Puerto Rico, and flash flooding continues in the Dominican Republic. CBS2's Jenna DeAngelis has the latest.
There have also been more than 1,000 flood rescues due to Hurricane Fiona. CBS2's Dick Brennan has more on what New York state is doing to help those impacted on the island.
New York will be providing Spanish-speaking police officers to Puerto Rico, and drones to the Dominican Republic.
Nearly the entire island remains in the dark and many don't have running water.
New Yorkers are mobilizing to help the people of Puerto Rico and FEMA says it is better equipped than it was five years ago when Hurricane Maria battered the island nation. CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
The Census Bureau says people with Dominican and Puerto Rican heritage make up about 18% of the city's population. As CBS2's Tony Aiello, many New Yorkers are already planning to help with hurricane recovery.
Hurricane Fiona is wreaking havoc on hundreds of thousands of people as it moves through the Dominican Republic and up the Atlantic. CBS2's Dick Brennan reports.
Hurricane Fiona is thrashing the Dominican Republic after causing historic floods in Puerto Rico and knocking out the island's power grid, CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
The storm caused devastating floods and knocked out the island's energy grid, CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
The storm caused "catastrophic" damage in Puerto Rico, its governor said, and a forecaster said flooding was already "historic." Power was out across the island.
The storm caused catastrophic flooding and cut off power to all of Puerto Rico, CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
Many of the gains made five years after Hurricane Maria have been washed away by Hurricane Fiona.
They want to raise awareness and funds to help the island nation recover quicker than it did following Hurricane Marina five years ago. CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
The island has also suffered "catastrophic" damage, according to officials. CBS2's Vanessa Murdock and Jessica Moore have the story.
Forecasters say heavy rains could cause not just power outages, but landslides and severe flooding.
Tropical Storm Fiona is expected to make landfall in Puerto Rico as a hurricane on Sunday, and it's spiking anxiety not just there, but also here in New York, home to more than 850,000 Puerto Ricans. CBS2's Tim McNicholas spoke to New Yorkers who are checking in with relatives on the island.
Forecasters issued a hurricane warning for Puerto Rico and people braced for potential landslides, severe flooding and power outages.
CBS2's Leah Mishkin talks to many who attended and were so happy to see the parade back in Manhattan.
The parade is back and people will be allowed to line the streets to watch for the first time since the pandemic.
A U.S. Postal Service truck struck and killed a beloved fixture of New York City's music scene over the weekend. The driver, who is accused of fleeing the scene, is now facing charges.
Brett Baty hit the first grand slam of his career and the Mets held off the Braves 8-5 on Monday night for their sixth win in seven games.
Back in March 1994, Yossi Spalter traveled on a van with his Yeshiva classmates from Manhattan to Crown Heights over the Brooklyn Bridge. The trip changed his life.
Four suspects pulled off a brazen smash-and-grab robbery inside a Woodbridge, New Jersey, jewelry store over the weekend.
The large earthquake that struck Colombia on Monday has left many people in Queens concerned. The borough has one of the largest Colombian-American populations in the New York City area.
A U.S. Postal Service truck struck and killed a beloved fixture of New York City's music scene over the weekend. The driver, who is accused of fleeing the scene, is now facing charges.
Back in March 1994, Yossi Spalter traveled on a van with his Yeshiva classmates from Manhattan to Crown Heights over the Brooklyn Bridge. The trip changed his life.
The large earthquake that struck Colombia on Monday has left many people in Queens concerned. The borough has one of the largest Colombian-American populations in the New York City area.
A judge on Staten Island has temporarily blocked implementation of New York City's new pied-à-terre tax.
The captain of the boat that capsized near Liberty Island Saturday, resulting in the death of a mother and her infant child, appeared in federal court Monday.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
The New York area will get some brief relief Sunday from the humid weather.
Friday evening brought yet another round of prolific thunderstorms to the Tri-State Area.
A 16-year-old boy was killed after he was hit Wednesday night by a Metro-North train going from Danbury to South Norwalk, police said.
Four suspects pulled off a brazen smash-and-grab robbery inside a Woodbridge, New Jersey, jewelry store over the weekend.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
Residents of a Newark apartment complex got a startling wakeup call Sunday morning when police in tactical gear, responding to reports of multiple people shot, stormed their building.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
The New York area will get some brief relief Sunday from the humid weather.
A car plowed into a road crew on Long Island Monday morning, killing one worker and seriously injuring two others, Suffolk County police said. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A construction worker was killed and two others were injured when they were struck by a vehicle in Nesconset on Monday morning, Suffolk County police said.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
Monday will be a First Alert Weather Day due to the possibility of afternoon and evening thunderstorms and high heat indices near 100 degrees.
The NYPD is mourning the death of a former chief.
Back in March 1994, Yossi Spalter traveled on a van with his Yeshiva classmates from Manhattan to Crown Heights over the Brooklyn Bridge. The trip changed his life.
A judge on Staten Island has temporarily blocked implementation of New York City's new pied-à-terre tax.
"This is a choice that I am making to feel more in control of my life," said 36-year-old Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
In a narrow 50-49 vote, President Trump's former defense lawyer was confirmed as attorney general in a vote early Saturday.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The New York Hotel and Gaming Trades Council claims The High Line Hotel tested positive for Legionella bacteria twice this summer.
Several lawsuits were announced Thursday against New York City and others connected to a deadly 2025 Legionnaires' outbreak in Harlem.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed new legislation Wednesday to strengthen inspections on cooling towers in New York City.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
Actor and comedian Bowen Yang will portray Mary Todd Lincoln in Broadway's "Oh, Mary!" for a limited 12-week run starting in September.
Designer John Galliano is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs, but his legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
Brett Baty hit the first grand slam of his career and the Mets held off the Braves 8-5 on Monday night for their sixth win in seven games.
The New York Mets routed the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-1 on Sunday afternoon.
Don Nelson was one of two coaches in NBA history to have at least 250 wins with three different franchises — Milwaukee, Dallas and Golden State.
Michael Harris II opened the 10th inning with an RBI single, and the Braves beat the Yankees 2-1 on Sunday to prevent a three-game sweep.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the New York Mets 9-0 on Saturday night to end a four-game skid.
Some residents of a Queens building say a temporary boiler truck parked outside has become a nearly two-year fixture, emitting smoke they say drifts into their homes.
Harlem Week 2026 brings past and present Harlemites together to honor the neighborhood's legacy.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
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.
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.
They are 06, 37, 54, 55, 64 and a Powerball of 10. CBS News New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett says the Tri-State Area could see rain on Tuesday afternoon into the evening. The high will be in the upper 80s.
At last 111 people were killed when a 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the western part of the South American country on Monday. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
The ruling pauses enforcement on the tax for people who own second properties while a lawsuit brought by a group of homeowners moves forward. CBS News New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
The driver is now facing charges. One of the victim's closest friends spoke to CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal.
