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Other states report mysterious drones
New York, Pennsylvania and Maryland residents are joining those in New Jersey reporting mysterious drones hovering in the sky. Federal officials have offered little information on their purpose. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more.
Drone expert on mysterious sightings
New York City lawmakers are calling on the NYPD and the federal government to solve the growing drone mystery spreading across the northeast after several recent sightings across multiple states. Pramod Abichandani, associate professor at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, joined CBS News to discuss the sightings.
Drones now spotted over NYC, Pennsylvania
There are new sightings of the mysterious drones that have been hovering over New Jersey. They've now been spotted over New York City near LaGuardia Airport and in Pennsylvania. Federal officials say there is no evidence so far that the drones are a threat.
FBI: No proof New Jersey drones pose threat
The FBI is leading an investigation into sightings of mysterious drones flying over New Jersey in recent weeks. Officials say there is no known threat to public safety, but there is still no explanation for their appearance. Tina Kelley, senior reporter for NJ.com and The Star-Ledger, joins "America Decides" to discuss what is known so far about the drones.
Are drones flying over New Jersey safe?
Officials have debunked some theories about the mysterious drones hovering over New Jersey, but it is not yet clear what they are doing in the sky. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more on what's known about the aircraft.
Why are drones flying above New Jersey?
There are more questions than answers regarding the drones that have been hovering over New Jersey and Senator Cory Booker is demanding more clarity on the aircraft. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports.
Kirby addresses drone sightings
National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby spoke Thursday at the White House press briefing about the mysterious drones that have been spotted over New Jersey recently, saying the Department of Homeland Security and the FBI are investigating the sightings. He also said, "many of the reported sightings are actually manned aircraft that are being operated lawfully."
Details on mysterious drones over New Jersey
There are far more questions than answers about the mysterious drones that have been spotted over New Jersey in recent weeks. The Pentagon said Wednesday they don't appear to be coming from overseas, but many state and local officials are on high alert. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson has more.
Pentagon addresses drones over New Jersey
Deputy Pentagon press secretary Sabrina Singh said Wednesday that there's no evidence the drones spotted over New Jersey are coming from a foreign entity and flatly denied that there's an Iranian ship off the coast of the United States launching the drones.
Mysterious drone sightings prompt concern
New Jersey residents looking skyward have been left baffled by dozens of drone sightings since last month. On Wednesday, Homeland Security officials and New Jersey State Police met state lawmakers to discuss the issue. Tom Hanson has more.
FBI investigating New Jersey drone sightings
A New Jersey state senator is calling for a limited state of emergency after several residents and officials reported seeing mysterious drones flying over the region in recent weeks. CBS News national investigative correspondent Tom Hanson has the latest.
Car-sized drone reported over New Jersey
A New Jersey coffee barista says he saw a drone the size of a small car hovering above a local golf course. Several videos posted online appear to show the mysterious drones but federal agencies have not said much about their origins or purpose. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports.
Mysterious drones over New Jersey
The White House says the mysterious drones that have been spotted over New Jersey and parts of New York City are not foreign, but federal agents are investigating and state officials are calling for further action. CBS News New York reporter Nick Caloway has more.
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Crews make gains on New York-New Jersey fire
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What is fueling the flames in the Northeast?
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New Jersey emergency drought warning
A fire is burning along the New Jersey-New York border as an emergency drought warning emerges. CBS News' Tom Hanson has the latest.
New York-New Jersey fire about 50% contained
Drought conditions in the New York area are still fueling the Jennings Creek Fire along the New York-New Jersey state line. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson has the latest from Hewitt, New Jersey.
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