Technology helps NYC's infrastructure withstand extreme heat
From roads to runways, rising temperatures are more than just uncomfortable. They're impacting our infrastructure. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.
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From roads to runways, rising temperatures are more than just uncomfortable. They're impacting our infrastructure. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.
One of the largest cemeteries in New York City has completed a major project to deal with storm water runoff. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
How much do New Yorkers care about climate change and is it impacting their lives?
CBS New York's Alecia Reid has more on what climate scientists are saying.
This summer's heat wave has shattered temperature records across the U.S., but those living in so-called "urban heat islands" are feeling the heat even more. CBS News' John Dickerson explains.
Some New York City neighborhoods could be underwater in less than 80 years, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
NOAA's new interactive map shows which parts of New York City are threatened by rising sea levels the most. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports.
Six people protesting climate change stormed the 18th green at the Travelers Championship on Sunday, delaying the finish for about five minutes.
We're barely into summer, and NOAA is already saying that there is a 100% chance that 2024 will be among the five warmest years on record, and a 50% chance it will be the hottest ever. Mark Strassmannn reports.
High temperatures are scorching the Midwest and East Coast as a heat dome intensifies over the region. Farther south, tropical storm Alberto has weakened to a tropical depression now hovering over Mexico. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has the latest from Texas, where multiple areas are still experiencing flooding.
A local rescuer in Greece says "it defies logic" that people are risking walks alone in such extreme heat.
As temperatures rise, new research shows critical limits for how heat affects the body may be lower than previously thought. Humidity is a big factor.
Scientists say we need a new standard to explain how heat is harming our bodies. New research shows the threshold may be lower than experts thought. National environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
When we think of climate change, we often think about the health of the planet. But studies have found humans may be affected to an even greater extent -- everything from a rise in cardiovascular disease to more tick and mosquito-borne illnesses. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York with more details.
Sailboats descended on New York Harbor in advance of a Vendée Globe qualifying race next week.
Next week's race takes off from the Statue of Liberty and heads all the way to France. CBS New York's Hannah Kliger has more on how sailors have joined the fight against climate change.
With extreme weather and environmental changes threatening our planet, the impact of climate change is real, and scary. But there are some solutions to protect the Tri-State Area.
As CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports, climate change can take many forms.
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.
A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
Water still covers some roads around Dubai International Airport, but the major hub expects to be fully running again soon as the UAE bails out from a deluge.
Hurricane Maria nearly wiped out an endangered parrot in Puerto Rico, highlighting the grave threat climate change-fueled storms pose to endangered species.
Staten Island Assemblyman Sam Pirozzolo introduced the "Preserving Our Culinary Traditions Act," which would waive the burning of wood, coal, natural gas, propane or other fuels for preparing food from any pollution restrictions.
The threat of climate change may leave some feeling discourage, but there are some positive changemakers across New York City.
Police didn't release many details about the incident, only saying the suspect is not related to the victim.
Gov. Kathy Hochul, the MTA and NYPD said Thursday that without those funds, the system is left vulnerable to new terror attacks.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows "Hamas will disarm," easy way or the hard way, as Israel's military says a Gaza ceasefire is in effect.
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado was awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for fighting for democracy in her country.
About a dozen paramedics at Northwell Health's Lenox Hill Hospital received a letter stating their positions will be eliminated in 30 days.
Police didn't release many details about the incident, only saying the suspect is not related to the victim.
Gov. Kathy Hochul, the MTA and NYPD said Thursday that without those funds, the system is left vulnerable to new terror attacks.
About a dozen paramedics at Northwell Health's Lenox Hill Hospital received a letter stating their positions will be eliminated in 30 days.
The NYPD says an officer suffered a serious head injury while struggling to make the arrest Thursday night in the Williamsbridge section.
With just 26 days left until New York City's mayoral election, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo's campaign is feeling confident after the new poll.
As they say, all good things must come to an end. It's a First Alert Weather Day, as rain arrives with some weather whiplash.
Kristen Hogan faces an attempted murder charge after police said she laced a bottle of wine with a toxic chemical and her partner drank it.
The October 2025 supermoon appeared in the skies over NYC, Long Island, New Jersey and beyond Monday night.
The U.S. Drought Monitor rates most of New York, northern New Jersey and Connecticut as "abnormally dry."
Rubin's personal assistant, who was arrested in a Dallas-Fort Worth area suburb, allegedly arranged for the women to fly to New York for the encounters.
Jack Ciattarelli plans to sue his opponent, Rep. Mikie Sherrill, over claims she made during their debate Wednesday, his campaign says.
A petition to lower the age for a restraining order in New Jersey is picking up steam after two teenage girls were killed in a hit-and-run.
We're gearing up for a round of wet weather in and around NYC, as a potential nor'easter takes aim at the East Coast this holiday weekend.
Six New Jersey fire chiefs warn that the volunteer firefighter shortage could soon lead to delayed response times and worse.
A 16-year-old has died following a head-on collision on Wednesday night in Jackson Township, New Jersey.
Nassau County authorities say passing grades on commercial driving tests were for sale at the Garden City DMV.
We're gearing up for a round of wet weather in and around NYC, as a potential nor'easter takes aim at the East Coast this holiday weekend.
The woman learned she was one of the hundreds, if not thousands, of babies illegally adopted under Pinochet's dictatorship in Chile.
A fire burned through a building that was home to several businesses on East Marie Street in Nassau County, Long Island.
Members of a Long Island family say they feel like they are living next door to a zoo -- and that it smells like one, too.
Gov. Kathy Hochul, the MTA and NYPD said Thursday that without those funds, the system is left vulnerable to new terror attacks.
Jack Ciattarelli plans to sue his opponent, Rep. Mikie Sherrill, over claims she made during their debate Wednesday, his campaign says.
A federal grand jury in Virginia indicted Letitia James on one count of bank fraud and another of making false statements to a financial institution.
New York leaders blasted the Justice Department after the state's top law enforcement official was indicted.
A federal grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James, marking the second Trump foe to face federal prosecution in recent weeks.
About a dozen paramedics at Northwell Health's Lenox Hill Hospital received a letter stating their positions will be eliminated in 30 days.
Juan Namnun, the baseball coach at Frankford High School, is in the small group of men diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
The 2-year-old facility is breaking the stigma when it comes to addressing mental illness.
With time running out to avert a government shutdown, millions of Americans who get health insurance under the Affordable Care Act could soon face sharply higher premiums.
In handwritten notes he left behind, the gunman repeatedly referenced CTE and asked for his brain to be studied.
Fans of sci-fi, fantasy, horror and more will bring their enthusiasm and costumes to the annual gathering, which runs through Sunday.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
Thirty paintings by Bob Ross are set to be auctioned to support public television stations after federal funding cuts.
FCI Fort Dix, one of several dozen federal prisons with a residential drug treatment program, will best allow Sean "Diddy" Combs "to address drug abuse issues," his lawyer said.
Five years after their influential drummer Neil Peart died of glioblastoma, the Canadian band Rush have announced a reunion tour Monday.
The Giants' rookies shined in prime time as New York handed the defending Super Bowl champions their second straight loss.
Seth Jarvis scored the go-ahead goal with 2:43 left to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the New Jersey Devils in Thursday night's opener for both teams.
Igor Shesterkin stopped 37 shots and Alex Lafreniere's first-period goal stood up as the winner in the New York Rangers' victory over the Buffalo Sabres.
Justin Brazeau scored a breakaway goal in the later stages of the third period to lift the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 4-3 win over the New York Islanders.
Eight Toronto pitchers shut down the New York bats in the 5-2 loss, wasting another solid effort from Cam Schlittler.
Ben Z's Law, named for a baby who died in a steam radiator accident in 2024, is heading to the mayor's desk after a supermajority in the NYC Council voted for it.
The park's carefully designed gardens and habitats make visitors forget they're in the middle of Brooklyn.
The beloved Coney Island landmark was recognized for its role in shaping Brooklyn's heritage and identity.
The Delivering Together program offers repair kits, restrooms, language classes, and much more to support app-based delivery workers.
Neighbors along Newtown Creek say the acrid smog it regularly pumps out looks anything but clean.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
Federal officials have threatened to withhold more than $30 million in counterterrorism funding for the MTA, raising safety concerns over New York City's transit system. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Israel and Hamas signed a deal Thursday in Egypt for what President Trump is calling the first phase of an agreement to end the two-year war in Gaza. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reports.
James is accused of committing bank fraud and making false statements, becoming the latest political foe of the president to face charges. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Police say the 18-year-old is in critical condition and an officer suffered a serious head injury while trying to arrest him Thursday night. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
