Man charged with arson in connection with Jackson Twp. wildfire
Prosecutors have charged a man with arson in connection with a wildfire in Jackson Township that broke out on Wednesday and has burned 350 acres.
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Prosecutors have charged a man with arson in connection with a wildfire in Jackson Township that broke out on Wednesday and has burned 350 acres.
Roads have reopened around the Black Run Preserve in Evesham Township, New Jersey, as crews work to contain the Bethany Run Wildfire.
Fire officials said the conditions in New Jersey are the driest they've seen in the history of their department.
Brush fires broke out in The Palisades, New Jersey overnight, sending smoke across the Hudson River and into New York City. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan and Natalie Duddridge have team coverage from both sides of the river.
A brush fire broke out in New Jersey's Palisades area overnight, sending smoke across the Hudson River and into New York City. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook and Christina Fan start off our team coverage.
Another wildfire broke out in New Jersey overnight, and it is sending smoke across the Hudson River and into the Bronx. CBS News New York has team coverage from both sides of the river and overhead.
New York City leaders hope residents will step up to slow down water usage and keep brush fires from starting.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock and Lonnie Quinn have what you need to know.
A brush fire in Van Cortlandt Park is causing smoke and traffic delays in the area.
New York and New Jersey are certainly not known for being wildfire hotspots, but with an extended dry pattern that has settled upon this region, the threat of wildfires has become a very real concern. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports.
CBS News New York's Rob Marciano has the latest weather forecast.
New Jersey is already starting to see wildfires -- far more north than the state had warned residents about.
The wind carried smoke from a wildfire burning in Morris County, New Jersey right into the heart of Manhattan and beyond on Monday. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock says without rain soon, smoke may fill the air more frequently in the weeks to come.
As climate change whips up wilder weather, more Americans must deal with "hazards they have not faced in the past," expert says.
Scientists calculated the devastating impacts of the months-long 2023 Canadian wildfires.
The town's mayor warned residents who haven't evacuated may "find that the resources that they need are gone" if they fail to leave before the Parker Lake Wildfire arrives.
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
Peak wildfire season starts mid-March, but the New Jersey Forest Fire Service is already working hard to prevent them.
Peak wildfire season starts mid-March, but the New Jersey Forest Fire Service is already working hard to prevent them from threatening lives and property. CBS New York's Vanessa Murdock joined them in Monmouth County during a prescribed burn.
Wildfires in the U.S. have caused a decline in air quality and an increase in deaths in parts of the U.S. – even though air quality had been improving, researchers say.
When a wildfire tore through Lahina, Hawaii earlier this year, no alerts warned the public. In our area, there were questions about how soon alerts went out during Sandy and Ida. Correspondent Stephen Stock investigates.
Mayor Eric Adams updates New Yorkers about today's air quality and other health-related announcements.
The mayor's office issued an advisory warning about smoke at high altitudes from the Canadian wildfires.
Extreme weather is spurring some insurers to exit states like California and Florida, while homeowners grapple with surging premiums.
There have been 23 weather extreme events in America that cost at least $1 billion this year through August, breaking the record of 22 set in 2020.
Saturday marked one year since 20-month-old River Wilson drowned in the backyard pool of a state-licensed home daycare in the Bronx.
The Chicago Cubs evened their series with the New York Yankees with a 5-2 win on Saturday night.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
The New York Red Bulls beat Orlando 3-2 on Saturday night.
Saturday marked one year since 20-month-old River Wilson drowned in the backyard pool of a state-licensed home daycare in the Bronx.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
A group of New Yorkers are demanding change to end human trafficking and prostitution along Roosevelt Avenue in Queens.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area on Monday, bringing the threat of heavy rain and storms that may lead to flash flooding.
Disgraced former Congressman George Santos has agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into his suspicious trades on the prediction marketplace Kalshi.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area on Monday, bringing the threat of heavy rain and storms that may lead to flash flooding.
There's been a report of a bigfoot sighting near the Pachaug State Forest in Connecticut.
Heavy rain is complicating efforts to recover a teenage boy from the West River in New Haven. Strong currents and an increased flow have made the job even more difficult.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area on Monday, bringing the threat of heavy rain and storms that may lead to flash flooding.
Under the new initiative, restaurants will no longer automatically provide plastic utensils, napkins or condiments in takeout orders.
The body of a missing girl was found in the Passaic River in New Jersey after a two-day search, officials said.
A New Jersey police department is getting creative when it comes to cracking down on distracted drivers.
Three children were swept into the Passaic River Wednesday night. A little boy was later found dead, and a young girl is still missing.
John Elliott reports from Glen Cove, Long Island, for Swim Across America Open Water Swim.
Some homeowners on Long Island say teenage pranks have escalated into vandalism. A game of ding-dong ditch is keeping residents up at night and, in at least one case, has done damage. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge.
Doctors in Suffolk County have reported three cases of a rare tick-borne disease known as rabbit fever so far this summer. A 9-year-old boy shared his experiences with the illness.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
A Brooklyn grandmother went to the dentist hoping to fix her smile. Instead, her daughter says she lost her teeth, her health, and her independence.
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
Republican New York gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman is deploying a campaign strategy that echoes the national GOP playbook — attack Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
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.
A seventh person has died from Legionnaires' disease in connection with the Upper East Side cluster, New York City's health commissioner said Thursday.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
"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.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
The Chicago Cubs evened their series with the New York Yankees with a 5-2 win on Saturday night.
The New York Red Bulls beat Orlando 3-2 on Saturday night.
Javier Sanoja and Griffin Conine homered to power the Marlins to a 6-2 victory over the Mets on Saturday.
Kyle Stowers homered for the second straight night Friday, powering the Marlins to a 5-2 win over the Mets.
Toronto FC earned a 1-1 draw with New York City FC at Yankee Stadium on Friday night, but saw its winless streak reach 11 matches.
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.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
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.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for August 1 at 11 p.m.
A new law now in effect in New Jersey prohibits restaurants and other food businesses from automatically giving customers napkins, plastic utensils and condiments. Now, customers have to request them.
Saturday marked one year since 20-month-old River Wilson drowned in the backyard pool of a state-licensed home daycare in the Bronx. As her family gathered to celebrate her life and legacy, they also shared a deeply personal message of hope. CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi reports.
A group of New Yorkers are demanding change to end what they say is a years-old problem – human trafficking and prostitution along Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
The NYPD is looking for the suspect in a deadly stabbing in Queens.
