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Neighbors tell CBS New York they heard an explosion then walked outside to see the home engulfed in flames.
Four New Jersey firefighters were rushed to a local hospital Wednesday after battling a house fire in Passaic. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3NT0buO
A viewing will be held today for Newark Firefighter Augusto Acabou, before his colleague Wayne Brooks Jr. is remembered tomorrow. CBS New York's Zinna Maldonado has more on the investigation.
The Newark Fire Union said the fire department's numbers are too low, and are seeking change.
The cargo ship fire that killed two firefighters last week in Port Newark has officially been put out, U.S. Coast Guard officials announced Tuesday. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports on where the investigation goes from here.
Investigators providing an update on last week's deadly cargo ship fire at Port Newark
It's a question on many people's minds as they clean up from the devastating storms that swept through New York on Sunday.
The measures will promote transparency and cap some out-of-pocket prescription drug costs.
Lonnie Quinn has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News at 5.
Officials in Essex County say swimming is prohibited in that area because it's so dangerous.
Police said a 16-year-old boy from Newark was with family and friends when he went into the water in Cedar Grove and didn't come up. CBS New York's Nick Caloway reports.
The fire has been contained five days after it started at Port Newark
CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge speaks with a relative of the man who died and other neighbors on the scene.
Rail service and flights were both impacted by heavy rain and flash flooding in parts of the Tri-State Area on Sunday, and cleanup may cause problems for some travelers Monday. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3NGHWsF
Atlantic City Electric says service has been fully restored in Wildwood. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/3rqtzB5
Power has been restored to all customers throughout the Wildwoods after a major power outage over the weekend.
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News This Morning.
A candlelight vigil was held Saturday night for a 14-year-old killed by a hit-and-run driver in New Jersey. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports on how the South River community is coming together to support the teen's family. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3D5bsDq
More than 9,000 customers are still without power in Wildwood. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3O4zbdh
More power has been restored Saturday morning after thousands of customers around the Wildwoods were without power after a fire at a power substation.
There are concerns the cargo ship burning at Port Newark could capsize from the water firefighters have been using, CBS New York's Christina Fan reports. Read more here
NJ Transit riders faced more trouble on the tracks Friday. A train was disabled in Maplewood because of overhead wire issues and now service is suspended on parts of multiple lines. CBS New York's Alecia Reid reports.
Firefighters from around New Jersey were on hand Friday to greet one of their own as he was released from the hospital.
Jim Smith reports from Chopper 2.
Firefighter Augusto Acabou and Wayne Brooks Jr. died when they became trapped in the inferno on a cargo ship at Port Newark.
The "DQ Sisters" say their employees are part of their family, so they were blindsided by a blizzard of claims that they were breaking the law.
Police say Judith Byron died after the SUV blew through a red light while she was in the crosswalk at Seventh and 41st Street in Sunset Park on Saturday night.
Toronto rookie right-hander Trey Yesavage mowed down the Bombers into the sixth inning of an eventual 13-7 victory on Sunday.
Tuesday marks two years since the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, that sparked the war.
As negotiations continue over the end of the war in the Middle East, New Yorkers were making their voices heard Sunday.
The "DQ Sisters" say their employees are part of their family, so they were blindsided by a blizzard of claims that they were breaking the law.
Police say Judith Byron died after the SUV blew through a red light while she was in the crosswalk at Seventh and 41st Street in Sunset Park on Saturday night.
Toronto rookie right-hander Trey Yesavage mowed down the Bombers into the sixth inning of an eventual 13-7 victory on Sunday.
As negotiations continue over the end of the war in the Middle East, New Yorkers were making their voices heard Sunday.
A single shot was fired, killing the man on Coventry Road in East Flatbush, early Sunday morning.
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.
The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning in Sullivan County, New York, amid storms in the Tri-State Area.
The bulk of the rain looks to be Thursday, which is why we have declared a First Alert Weather Day.
With fall set to officially arrive on Monday, many are wondering when and where they can enjoy the beautiful change in leaves that occurs annually.
Isabella Salas and her best friend, Maria Niotis, were struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver while riding an e-bike.
New Jersey voters in a recent poll want gubernatorial candidates to address taxes and the cost of living.
The U.S. Drought Monitor rates most of New York, northern New Jersey and Connecticut as "abnormally dry."
A 17-year-old boy is facing first-degree murder charges in New Jersey after he allegedly struck and killed two teenage girls in a hit-and-run.
Family and friends came together in the wake of tragedy to remember a young life taken far too soon.
The "DQ Sisters" say their employees are part of their family, so they were blindsided by a blizzard of claims that they were breaking the law.
Democrats were trying to get another candidate on the ballot instead, but Republicans filed a lawsuit against the change.
The U.S. Drought Monitor rates most of New York, northern New Jersey and Connecticut as "abnormally dry."
Petros Krommidas, 29, is a Democratic candidate for the Nassau County Legislature, but he hasn't been seen since April.
A body found in a Long Island dumpster in 1982 was identified as 15-year-old Susan Mann, who went missing in 1980.
Tuesday marks two years since the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, that sparked the war.
As negotiations continue over the end of the war in the Middle East, New Yorkers were making their voices heard Sunday.
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in Portland has recently been the site of nightly protests.
Eric Adams' term as New York City mayor will officially end in 2026, sparking a debate about what his legacy will be and if there was more to the decision.
Congressional leaders traded blame for the government shutdown on Sunday as the stalemate over how to reopen the government stretched into another week without progress on negotiations.
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.
Attorney Ben Crump represents families of those who died and is filing four wrongful death notices of claim.
Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," became Spotify's most-streamed album in a single day this year. The company said it only took 11 hours to hit that mark.
Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," was released at midnight Friday. Swift wrote and produced the album with Swedish producers Max Martin and Shellback.
Thousands of "Swifties" have been flocking to a Spotify pop-up experience in Chelsea that brings the new recording to life.
Dutch producer pitches her AI creation, Tilly Norwood, as the next Scarlett Johansson, and says several agents are vying to represent it.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have been married since 2006 and have two daughters together.
Toronto rookie right-hander Trey Yesavage mowed down the Bombers into the sixth inning of an eventual 13-7 victory on Sunday.
Spencer Rattler threw an 87-yard touchdown pass, safety Jordan Howden returned a fumble 86 yards for a score, and the Saints beat the Giants 26-14 on Sunday.
With Sunday's 37-22 loss, the Jets became the first team in NFL history to start 0-5 and have no takeaways on defense, according to ESPN Research.
The Red Bulls fall to 10-4-3 at home, while Cincinnati improves to 11-4-2 on the road.
Matt Freese finished with four saves for NYCFC (17-11-5), which beat the Union 1-0 at home on April 12.
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.
As the U.S. approaches its 250th birthday, locals are fighting to preserve the city's only museum on an active military installation.
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.
The crash happened in Sunset Park on Saturday night and the driver is still on the run. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos spoke to the victim's family members, who are left coping with the loss of their matriarch.
CBS News New York's John Elliott says we'll see plenty of sun on Monday, clouds on Tuesday, and then early rain on Wednesday.
They were sued for millions of dollars, because they paid their workers every other week -- not weekly. They helped change the law, but it happened too late to help them. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
New Yorkers marched in Central Park on Sunday, calling for the release of Israeli hostages and hoping it was the last weekend they'd have to hold a rally. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
CBS News New York's John Elliott has his eyes on Wednesday, when rain is possible in the Tri-State Area.
