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The "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico has created more than 4 million acres of habitat with little to no oxygen that could kill marine life.
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The "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico has created more than 4 million acres of habitat with little to no oxygen that could kill marine life.
Meteorologist Tammie Souza explains just how hot this summer has been and what to expect in August and September.
Atlantic City began construction this year on a $22 million project to rebuild the Baltic Avenue Canal in order to protect the city from persistent flooding.
As Eastwick prepares for a temporary fix for its flooding woes, plans for a long-term solution are facing a setback.
The melting of glaciers and polar ice sheets causes water to move closer to the equator, fattening the planet and slowing its rotation, according to a recent study.
According to Climate Central, a climate research nonprofit, New Jersey is the fastest-warming state in the Northeast United States because of climate change.
New Jersey is the fastest-warming state in the entire Northeast United States because of climate change, according to Climate Central.
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has released a draft Extreme Heat Resilience Action Plan, which provides a blueprint for the state to address hotter temperatures. It includes adding cooling centers and bus shelters to protect residents in the summer months.
New Jersey officials are developing a plan to help residents cope with higher temperatures.
Extreme wildfires damage the environment, people's health and the economy. They've doubled in the last 20 years, new study shows.
Six people protesting climate change stormed the 18th green at the Travelers Championship on Sunday, delaying the finish for about five minutes.
Periodical cicadas used to reliably emerge every 13 or 17 years — but spring arriving sooner interferes with the bugs' internal alarm clocks.
The blaze in northeastern British Columbia started Friday and almost doubled in size by the following day, reaching about 4,200 acres.
Last summer, hundreds of millions of people were faced with triple-digit temperatures across the U.S. This year, it could happen again.
Climate Central, a homegrown organization, has developed unique programs to help people understand the rapidly changing climate.
Earth Month is a chance to re-evaluate the role we play in protecting our planet. Now, one homegrown organization has developed unique programs to help you understand our rapidly changing climate. Tammie Souza reports.
When many cities celebrated the first Earth Day in 1970, Philadelphia hosted Earth Week to take it a step further.
Scientists are using a range of tools to protect the endangered wildlife that could disappear in coming decades.
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
Correspondent David Schechter introduces us to a scientist who shows how she's going to great lengths to find the answer.
A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
Hurricane Maria nearly wiped out an endangered parrot in Puerto Rico, highlighting the grave threat climate change-fueled storms pose to endangered species.
This week, leading up to Earth Day, we’re showing you the dedication, creativity, and heart of people trying to protect life on Earth. Hurricanes that are getting more destructive are one of the threats that species face, like the Puerto Rican parrot — one of the most critically endangered birds in the world. CBS National Environmental Correspondent David Schechter introduces the people trying to save them.
PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," are everywhere and can linger permanently in air, water and soil. In response, Aqua New Jersey just unveiled a new water treatment system to help remove them from drinking water.
Ghost forests are becoming more common because of climate change. What the New Jersey DEP is doing to restore lost dead Atlantic White Cedar trees.
Delaware State Police are investigating a death after a man's body was found in a retention pond near Christiana Hospital in Newark.
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation.
Sunday brings low humidity, comfy temps and tons of sunshine, but storm chances return this week.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 33rd home run, fellow All-Star Jesús Luzardo allowed two hits in five strong innings to lead the Phillies past the Mets.
Saquon Barkley's Malvern home was burglarized early Saturday morning, police say.
Delaware State Police are investigating a death after a man's body was found in a retention pond near Christiana Hospital in Newark.
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation.
Sunday brings low humidity, comfy temps and tons of sunshine, but storm chances return this week.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 33rd home run, fellow All-Star Jesús Luzardo allowed two hits in five strong innings to lead the Phillies past the Mets.
Saquon Barkley's Malvern home was burglarized early Saturday morning, police say.
Saquon Barkley's Malvern home was burglarized early Saturday morning, police say.
The FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill closes early Saturday afternoon as severe storms are expected to move into the Philadelphia region.
Philadelphia's FIFA Fan Fest entered its final weekend Friday as thousands of visitors gathered at Lemon Hill despite poor air quality across the region.
Fresh off the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Lincoln Financial Field is part of another milestone: two Guinness World Records.
A man was pulled from a manhole in Northeast Philadelphia after getting trapped inside Wednesday afternoon.
New age requirements, licensing rules and penalties for violations for e-bikes and electric scooters take effect in New Jersey on Sunday.
For the first time, a federal appeals court ruled the Garden State's weapons ban violates the Second Amendment.
At Stockton University, high school students learn the ins and outs of criminal investigations through scenarios inspired by the hit TV show CSI.
A New Jersey daycare owner is accused of administering melatonin to two children in her care without the consent of their parents.
Somerdale Cold Cuts is temporarily closed after alleged thieves stole copper wires and pipes that supply cold air for the walk-in refrigerator.
Delaware State Police are investigating a death after a man's body was found in a retention pond near Christiana Hospital in Newark.
Body-worn camera videos from the night Kadir Skinner was shot and killed by police in Wilmington, Delaware, were released by state and local officials Thursday.
Attorneys for the family of Kadir Skinner, the 19-year-old shot and killed by Wilmington police, have released new cellphone video.
Delaware State University sophomore Santino Harwood is ready to show off his skills in MLB All-Star Week's HBCU Swingman Classic.
A viral social media trend involving squishy toys is sending a growing number of children to hospital burn units.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Pennsylvania is under a statewide Code Purple air quality alert on Friday because of smoke from the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. But what does that mean?
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Pennsylvania will be under a code red air quality alert on Thursday because smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota will create unhealthy levels of pollution for everyone.
While the cyclosporiasis outbreak is concentrated in the Midwest, more cases are popping up in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 33rd home run, fellow All-Star Jesús Luzardo allowed two hits in five strong innings to lead the Phillies past the Mets.
Defenseman Jamie Drysdale's extension is the fourth contract extension Flyers GM Danny Briere has handed out since July 1.
Francisco Alvarez homered twice, Brett Baty also went deep and the New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 in the first major league game following the All-Star break.
More than 400,000 fans experienced the FIFA World Cup in person at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, but for some, the prices made it impossible to attend.
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
Will Ferrell stopped in the Philadelphia area Monday to promote his new Netflix comedy series.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Meteorologist Tammie Souza has more on the air quality in the Philadelphia area and when we can expect more severe weather this week.
Police are trying to determine who shot four people outside of a Waffle House in Newark early Saturday morning.
Police are searching for a driver they say rammed an officer's police car in Northeast Philly on Saturday night and then took off.
CBS News Philadelphia cameras captured some of the damage left behind in South Jersey after strong storms swept through the area.
Sunday brings low humidity, comfy temps, tons of sunshine. A great day to get outside and enjoy. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.