Colleges investing in climate education also accept Big Oil's donations
Students are pushing their colleges and universities to cut ties with Big Oil, CBS2's Alecia Reid reports.
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Students are pushing their colleges and universities to cut ties with Big Oil, CBS2's Alecia Reid reports.
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
Climate change initiatives by universities sometimes mask their financial ties to Big Oil. Students are demanding change.
Stony Brook University will lead research at the 400,000-square-foot "New York Climate Exchange," scheduled to open in 2028.
The 400,000-square-foot campus will be called the New York Climate Exchange, CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The mayor says it's about finding cleaner, greener solutions and inspiring the rest of the world to follow suit. CBS2's Natalie Duddridge reports.
More than half of Americans say they are concerned about global warming, according to polling from Yale University late last year. Are we making any progress? David Schechter talked with one of the country's top climate scientists about what's really happening.
Earth Day is a time to look for ways to protect our planet, not just here but around the globe. CBS2's Jessi Mitchell spent two weeks documenting a recent trip to Tanzania.
Three in four Americans feel they have some responsibility to care for the environment for future generations, political divisions on climate remain.
Whether in kindergarten, middle, or high school, climate change curriculum in New Jersey schools is tailored with students in mind.
Climate change will continue to drive bigger storm surges, more intense rainfall and extreme heat - to name a few.
Experts say we can combat climate change today by moving away from fossil fuel consumption as a society. Efforts to make this happen are in progress off the coast of Long Island with New York's off-shore wind farm development. CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
CBS2's Vanessa Murdock had a conversation with climate experts from around the region to discuss the latest projections.
Experts say climate change will continue to impact the Tri-State Area, driving bigger storm surges, more intense rainfall more often, and extreme heat that lingers longer, to name a few.
Mandatory climate change curriculum in New Jersey is the first in the U.S. The climate initiative is spearheaded by the state's first lady, Tammy Murphy. She spoke with CBS2's Alecia Reid.
The United Nations says about a third of all greenhouse gas emissions caused by humans is linked to food. CBS2's Lisa Rozner reports.
Essentially, what would have been pollution becomes an element of a building block for something else. CBS2's John Elliott reports
It's no secret why certain neighborhoods of the South Bronx are nicknamed "Asthma Alley." CBS2's Shosh Bedrosian reports.
To better understand how climate change will affect our area, CBS2's Meteorologist Vanessa Murdock spoke with local experts about their latest projections.
Mayor Eric Adams made an announcement about New York City's sustainability efforts Thursday.
We're exploring climate change's impact on our area and the unique ways people are finding solutions. One example, is the largest off-shore wind farm in the nation being constructed off the coast of Montauk.
According to a report from the World Travel and Tourism Council, vacations account for up to 11% of the world's greenhouse gases. But it's easy to make a difference when you travel.
For particle pollution over a 24-hour period, the Tri-State Area got a "C" from the American Lung Association.
New data released by the city says 20% of the Big Apple's greenhouse gas emissions come from food production and consumption.
Atmospheric rivers devastated acres of California's crops — meaning Americans will likely see higher prices for items like strawberries, lettuce, even frozen pizza this spring and summer.
Mark Bray said his views have been under attack since he wrote "Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Playbook"
When crews arrived on the scene on Williams Avenue in the New Lots section, there were large flames on the first floor in the back of the building, FDNY officials said.
Bellinger has a $25 million player option for 2026, but appears ready to test free agency.
President Trump said Friday he will impose an additional 100% tariff on imports from China starting next month — marking a significant escalation in the U.S.-China trade war.
A multisensory show merges sound, scent, and art to reimagine the painter's 1908 journey through "the City of Canals."
When crews arrived on the scene on Williams Avenue in the New Lots section, there were large flames on the first floor in the back of the building, FDNY officials said.
Bellinger has a $25 million player option for 2026, but appears ready to test free agency.
A multisensory show merges sound, scent, and art to reimagine the painter's 1908 journey through "the City of Canals."
To Mamdani, the case has become a litmus test in the campaign -- one that weighs directly on the ability of the next mayor to stand up to President Trump.
Sophomore Orion Newby says he did not used ChatGPT to write an essay.
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.
Mark Bray said his views have been under attack since he wrote "Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Playbook"
One New Jersey high school canceled its homecoming dance that was set for this weekend, it said, due to low interest among students.
Nicole Hustik says her late grandfather is buried in the wrong spot at the Hillside cemetery and that it should be an easy fix.
Bishop Pedro Bismarck Chau's journey of faith started when he fled Nicaragua in 1983, sneaking across the southern border into the U.S.
Jersey Shore towns are making preparations as a nor'easter approaches with potential to drop several inches of rain and create high waves.
Sophomore Orion Newby says he did not used ChatGPT to write an essay.
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.
Mark Bray said his views have been under attack since he wrote "Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Playbook"
President Trump said Friday he will impose an additional 100% tariff on imports from China starting next month — marking a significant escalation in the U.S.-China trade war.
To Mamdani, the case has become a litmus test in the campaign -- one that weighs directly on the ability of the next mayor to stand up to President Trump.
Gov. Kathy Hochul, the MTA and NYPD said Thursday that without those funds, the system is left vulnerable to new terror attacks.
The government shutdown entered its 11th day Saturday as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over a spending plan, and the Trump administration began laying off thousands of federal workers.
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.
Bellinger has a $25 million player option for 2026, but appears ready to test free agency.
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.
A multisensory show merges sound, scent, and art to reimagine the painter's 1908 journey through "the City of Canals."
Windsor Terrace neighbors are growing concerned the city's plan to redesign the busy four-lane corridor with bike lanes will make it less safe.
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.
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.
CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo breaks down the purported threats against Mark Bray and speaks to him about why he says he became a target.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn says we'll see rain starting Saturday and the situation will get more intense as we head into Monday.
CBS News New York's Dick Brennan has the latest on what it all means.
As CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports, thousands of Palestinians are returning to what's left of their homes.
A floor collapse during a house fire on Williams Avenue in Brooklyn on Friday left firefighters trapped. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid has the latest on their condition.
