New York solar farm fire prompts warning over possibly toxic smoke
In a statement, Gov. Kathy Hochul said that the "large battery fire" had "caused significant damage and is emitting large amounts of smoke that may pose health risks."
In a statement, Gov. Kathy Hochul said that the "large battery fire" had "caused significant damage and is emitting large amounts of smoke that may pose health risks."
In Minnesota's Twin Cities, the AQI was the worst it had been since the state began keeping records in 1980.
An Air Quality Alert remains in place due to the smoke from the raging wildfires in Canada.
As wildfires rage in eastern Canada, strong winds are pushing thick plumes of smoke over the border and into the United States.
New Jersey Forest Fire Service said conditions from the Bass River State Forest wildfire are improving. However, the lack of rainfall is still creating challenges for firefighters battling the blaze.
We're in for a taste of summer this afternoon, with highs in the mid-to-upper 80s inland. We're also tracking some isolated thunderstorms.
As New York City prepares for the start of congestion pricing this summer, LIRR and Metro-North riders could see some savings.
Columbia University is holding its last day of classes Monday, as the pro-Palestinian protest continues on campus.
Lawmakers want New York City to reinstate a ferry route that would connect Staten Island to Brooklyn.
The Rangers defeated the Capitals 4-2 on Sunday night and advanced to the second round.
We're in for a taste of summer this afternoon, with highs in the mid-to-upper 80s inland. We're also tracking some isolated thunderstorms.
As New York City prepares for the start of congestion pricing this summer, LIRR and Metro-North riders could see some savings.
Columbia University is holding its last day of classes Monday, as the pro-Palestinian protest continues on campus.
Lawmakers want New York City to reinstate a ferry route that would connect Staten Island to Brooklyn.
The Rangers defeated the Capitals 4-2 on Sunday night and advanced to the second round.
We're in for a taste of summer this afternoon, with highs in the mid-to-upper 80s inland. We're also tracking some isolated thunderstorms.
Temperatures will be off to the races on Sunday, but there is a chance of scattered thunderstorms in the evening.
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock looks back at historic tornado outbreaks, which highlight the fact that we don't have to be in the thick of severe weather season to witness a touchdown.
Former MIT researcher Qinxuan Pan has been sentenced to 35 years in prison in the 2021 murder of Yale graduate student Kevin Jiang.
Two heroic men saved a little girl that was running into into a busy intersection in East Hartford, Connecticut.
We're in for a taste of summer this afternoon, with highs in the mid-to-upper 80s inland. We're also tracking some isolated thunderstorms.
A true playmaker, quarterback Jordan Travis has the potential to make things happen with the Jets.
Temperatures will be off to the races on Sunday, but there is a chance of scattered thunderstorms in the evening.
A small earthquake was recorded in Somerset County, New Jersey on Saturday, but it likely was not felt by many, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
So far in 2024, deadly crashes are up 27% statewide in New Jersey. The most traffic deaths are happening in Central Jersey, including Middlesex County.
Millions of birds are migrating north this spring, but many may not survive the journey because they'll crash into windows.
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock looks back at historic tornado outbreaks, which highlight the fact that we don't have to be in the thick of severe weather season to witness a touchdown.
Twenty years after the remains of two Gilgo Beach victims were found in Manorville, a widespread search has resumed there.
Gov. Hochul secures funding for New Yorkers struggling with mental illness and involved in the criminal justice system.
Authorities with several law enforcement agencies continue to search an area in Manorville for evidence in the Gilgo Beach murders case.
Lawmakers want New York City to reinstate a ferry route that would connect Staten Island to Brooklyn.
Columbia students are concerned the graduation ceremony could be moved or disrupted by protests.
Hanna Siegel's uncle, U.S.-Israeli citizen Keith Siegel, was one of the hostages seen in a Hamas propaganda video Saturday.
Do more people think it's OK to assault police? NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban weighed in on the rising number of attacks on officers.
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
Vicky Dennis went to the hospital with strange symptoms when she had COVID. Doctors found she had two undiagnosed, life-threatening diseases and needed a liver transplant to survive.
Joel Embiid has been experiencing Bell's palsy symptoms, he said after Philadelphia's 125-114 win over the New York Knicks.
A New Jersey woman has received a first-of-its-kind transplant using a modified pig kidney along with a heart pump.
Suffolk County law enforcement officers are now equipped with a tool to help people on the autism spectrum during stressful encounters.
High blood pressure, or hypertension, may increase the risk of dementia, according to a new study. Hear from a doctor for advice on lowering your risk factors.
Actor Lillo Brancato says problems with drugs led to him going from Hollywood up and comer to behind bars.
Lawyers for Sean "Diddy" Combs are asking a New York court to throw out portions of a sexual assault lawsuit filed against the rapper and media mogul.
A long-lost guitar that belonged to John Lennon has been found, and it will be on display and up for auction in New York City.
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Foreigner, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Matthews Band and Peter Frampton have been named to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
The Rangers defeated the Capitals 4-2 on Sunday night and advanced to the second round.
Anthony Rizzo, Aaron Judge and Anthony Volpe homered in the Yankees 15-5 win over the Brewers on Sunday.
Thanks to Mark Vientos' home run, the Mets eked out a 4-2 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.
Jalen Brunson did it all Sunday in the Knicks' 97-92 win over the 76ers in Game 4.
A true playmaker, quarterback Jordan Travis has the potential to make things happen with the Jets.
Lawmakers want New York City to reinstate a ferry route that would connect Staten Island to Brooklyn.
The NYPD promoted 177 officers in a ceremony Friday, including two officers whose fathers were also in the NYPD and were shot in the line of duty.
Vicky Dennis went to the hospital with strange symptoms when she had COVID. Doctors found she had two undiagnosed, life-threatening diseases and needed a liver transplant to survive.
Street vendors in the Bronx are calling on the city to fix the system for getting a vending license.
Some Queens residents are fuming over cars parking on beloved greenway.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
As the MTA rolls out its controversial congestion pricing plan for drivers, sources tell CBS New York it's also considering savings for New York City residents who ride the Long Island and Metro-North railroads.
CBS New York's John Elliott has the latest weather forecast.
The U.S. is working to restart cease-fire negotiations between Israel and Hamas, as we're hearing from the families of hostages seen in a video released by Hamas. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
With classes wrapping up and final exams set to start, many are wondering about how the protest will impact graduation. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the latest.
CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock has a look at what is expected to be a warm week.