Crews working to contain U.S. wildfires
Multiple wildfires are burning across the Northeastern U.S. and crews say they are making some headway as they battle a massive wildfire in Southern California. Tom Hanson and Tina Patel have the latest.
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Latest news on wildfires in U.S. coasts
The Jennings Creek wildfire continues to burn in New Jersey and has led to the death of a forest ranger volunteer, according to officials. This comes as the Mountain Fire destroys more homes in the West. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports from the East and CBS News Los Angeles' Tina Patel has more from California. Also, CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch breaks down the latest weather forecast.
18-year-old dies in New Jersey area wildfire
Officials say 18-year-old New York forest ranger Dariel Vasquez has died while helping crews battle brush fires in the New York-New Jersey area that have been fueled by prolonged dry conditions. Firefighters hope overnight rainfall will help them douse the flames. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson has more. Editor's Note: Dariel Vasquez, the New York forest ranger who died, was fighting the Jennings Creek wildfire in New York, near the New Jersey state line.
How the birthplace of Grover Cleveland honors his unusual legacy
Until this week, Grover Cleveland was the only U.S. president to serve non-consecutive terms.
How TV news can influence voters' perceptions
In an effort to understand the political divide in the U.S., Trump and Harris supporters in New Jersey were invited to watch the other side's favorite cable news channels. Tony Dokoupil reports on how it went.
Mountain Fire in California only 7% contained
Authorities are working to contain a massive wildfire in Southern California. The Mountain Fire has burned over 20,000 acres of land in Ventura County, around 65 miles northwest of Downtown Los Angeles. CBS News correspondent Danya Bacchus reports.
Red flag fire warnings along East Coast
Weeks of dry weather and strong wind gusts have prompted red flag fire warnings on the East Coast. Brush fires have already broken out in New Jersey. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has more.
PWHL teams unveils new jerseys
"CBS Mornings Plus" exclusively reveals the fresh jerseys for all six Professional Women's Hockey League teams as they gear up for their second season. New York Sirens player Abby Roque and league executive Amy Scheer join to talk about the league's growth and the new designs.
DACA recipient elected to New Mexico legislature and other historic election wins
Cindy Nava, a former undocumented immigrant, Dreamer and Biden administration official, was elected to the New Mexico State Senate.
CBS News projects Harris wins NJ, Minnesota
CBS News projected Vice President Kamala Harris will win New Jersey and the battleground state of Minnesota. The battleground states of Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia are projected for former President Donald Trump. CBS News' Margaret Brennan and John Dickerson discuss how the Democratic focus on reproductive rights could have hurt nationwide campaigns.
Butchered remains of dolphin with organs removed found on beach
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Office of Law Enforcement is investigating.
She was in pain for years. A rare condition was to blame.
Jill Becher spent more than three years in agonizing pain. After one surgery failed, a riskier treatment provided relief.
Young people help fill election worker shortage
Many districts across the U.S. are facing a shortage of election workers, who typically skew older. One county in New Jersey is turning to high school students to help fill the gaps. Nick Coloway reports.
Train operator killed after NJ Transit River Line crash in Burlington County
A New Jersey Transit River Line train operator died after a train struck a downed tree in Mansfield Township, Burlington County.
Whitney Houston's mother Cissy Houston dies
Cissy Houston, the mother of Whitney Houston and a Grammy-winning singer herself, has died at the age of 91. Houston was under hospice care for Alzheimer's disease and died at her home in New Jersey, according to her daughter-in-law. She was the aunt of singers Dionne and Dee Dee Warwick.
Dockworkers leader speaks out on strike
During Day 1 of a dockworkers strike, Harold Daggett, president of the International Longshoremen's Association, was on a picket line in Elizabeth, New Jersey, telling CBS News New York, "Those greedy companies are making billions of dollars, and they don't want to share."
Climate change's effect on U.S. cities
One of the main points of discussion for world leaders meeting at this week's United Nations General Assembly is climate change. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Joe Holden and CBS News Colorado reporter Shaun Boyd discuss the impact and how it affects voters.
NJ student with sickle cell disease has newfound hope with gene therapy
There's new hope for people with sickle cell disease which affects mainly African Americans. It's gene therapy research at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia that's being called a game changer.
1856 shipwreck that claimed 116 lives found off Massachusetts coast
Le Lyonnais was making its first trip from America to Europe in 1856 when it collided with another ship and sank.
Black students honored decades after desegregating New Jersey boarding school
While boarding schools across the U.S. are now among some of the most diverse educational institutions, some were reluctant to open their doors to students of color decades ago.
How Americans are celebrating Labor Day
In New Jersey, Americans are racing on the beach in Ocean City to celebrate Labor Day as the 2024 summer approaches its end. CBS News Philadelphia's Kim Hudson reports.
MLB teams come together in remembering Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau
MLB teams were quick to honor the late Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Gaudreau after they were struck and killed while riding bicycles in New Jersey.
Inside one of the nation’s oldest rodeos
Professional rodeo is one of the fastest growing sports in America, featuring events like bull riding and steer wrestling. Today, one of the oldest-running rodeos can be found in southern New Jersey, and 100 years later, the family-owned business is still a hit.
Hockey player Johnny Gaudreau, brother killed in NJ crash, police say
Johnny Gaudreau and brother Matthew Gaudreau were killed while riding bicycles in Oldmans Township, New Jersey, according to police.
2 die from West Nile virus in New Jersey, bringing reported deaths in U.S. to 5
Two people in New Jersey have died from West Nile virus, state health officials said Friday, bringing the number of reported deaths in the U.S. to five this mosquito season.
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Thune rebuffs Trump's call to scrap filibuster to end government shutdown
Senate Majority Leader John Thune's stance on the filibuster is "unchanged" despite President Trump's call to scrap the rule to end the government shutdown. Follow live updates here.
Judges say Trump administration must keep paying some SNAP benefits
Two federal judges on Friday said the Trump administration must tap into contingency funds to make SNAP payments during the government shutdown.
Epstein cultivated celebrity relationships, even as his arrest neared
Jeffrey Epstein's schedule, flight logs and personal calendars detail his connections with high-profile people including Woody Allen and leaders in finance and public affairs.
FBI says "potential terrorist attack" thwarted in Michigan, 5 arrested
In a social media post, FBI Director Kash Patel said multiple people who were allegedly plotting a violent attack were arrested in Michigan.
Some NBA and poker gambling suspects with alleged mob ties released on bail
At least 9 defendants of the 34 people charged in a crackdown on alleged illegal gambling rings were released on bail this week.
Get ready to fall back: Daylight saving time ends this weekend
Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, at 2 a.m., when the clocks "fall back" and we gain an hour.
Sean "Diddy" Combs moved to federal prison in New Jersey
Sean "Diddy" Combs was sentenced to just over four years in prison earlier this month after he was convicted of prostitution-related charges.
Hurricane Melissa death toll surpasses 50 as focus turns to recovery
Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba were assessing the damage and beginning to dig out after they were slammed by Hurricane Melissa, which left dozens dead.
In New Jersey governor's race, Sherrill tries to tether Ciattarelli to Trump
Republican Jack Ciattarelli has a shot at winning 2025 New Jersey governor's race against Mikie Sherrill, after Democrats have held the office for two terms.