These 28 major U.S. cities are sinking, study finds
34 million people live in one of these major U.S. cities that's sinking, new research shows. See if your area is on the list — and how quickly the land is moving.
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34 million people live in one of these major U.S. cities that's sinking, new research shows. See if your area is on the list — and how quickly the land is moving.
This Earth Day we're looking at the impact of natural disasters on our landscape. According to NOAA'S National Centers for Environmental Information, in 2024 The US experienced 27 weather and climate related disasters that caused $1 billion in damage. Getty Images News Photojournalist, Justin Sullivan, details the jaw dropping photos he has taken of natural disasters, and how the paint the picture of the damage being done by climate change
For many allergy sufferers, spring allergies seem to be striking earlier each year. A new analysis finds most major U.S. cities are experiencing longer seasons amid climate change. Symptoms ranging from stuffy noses to even worsening mental health disorders. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains.
Environmental Protection Agency to review a key 2009 finding by the agency that greenhouse gases pose a risk to Americans.
Some 880 employees of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration were laid off on Thursday, a congressional source told CBS News.
As CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock reports, the Big Apple isn't the only city struggling with this problem.
The MTA is suspending service on the Rockaway Line for months for a climate change infrastructure overhaul. CBS News New York's Elle McLogan reports.
Long Island environmentalists offered mixed reviews of Lee Zeldin's answers during his Senate confirmation hearing for EPA administrator.
Nonprofit groups are working to distribute essential supplies to those impacted by the fires across the Los Angeles area.
New Jersey has declared a drought warning as dry conditions continue, asking residents to conserve water voluntarily.
Long Island leaders say they're hopeful that Donald Trump's pick for head of the EPA, former Rep. Lee Zeldin, will in fact protect the environment.
Leaders in Nassau and Suffolk counties say they're hopeful that former congressman will in fact protect the environment. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
New York Climate Exchange was tapped by the city to build a permanent $700 million campus on Governors Island to study climate change and how to protect the city from its impacts. Hear from the group's executive director, Dr. Stephen Hammer.
Since Sept. 15, the state's forest fire service battled 351 fires. Last year during the same stretch, that number was only 25. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.
Milton is the second hurricane in two weeks impacting the Southeast. CBS News New York meteorologist Vanessa Murdock shares data on how our warming world affects hurricane development and impacts us.
CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell has more on the effects of climate change on Manhattan parks.
Long Island has been hit hard by recent storms. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid reports.
Do you feel like your seasonal allergies are sticking around longer than usual? It's not just you.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock spoke with an allergist about what we can expect during this fall allergy season and also got top tips to stay healthy.
The Adams administration showcased its various efforts to keep pace with extreme weather events and climate change in Queens. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.
New York City officials addressed extreme weather and a billion dollar plan for flood prevention and preparation in Queens.
As climate change whips up wilder weather, more Americans must deal with "hazards they have not faced in the past," expert says.
One of the largest cemeteries in New York City has completed a major project to deal with storm water runoff.
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.
More protests are expected in Manhattan Tuesday after days of backlash to recent raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
A two-alarm fire at Grand Central Madison disrupted Long Island Rail Road service Tuesday morning, authorities said.
A purple Telecaster guitar specially made for Heart member Nancy Wilson has been recovered, but a mandolin is still missing.
Terminally ill New Yorkers would have the legal ability to end their own lives with pharmaceutical drugs under a bill that's been approved by the New York state Legislature.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms may lead to some localized flooding today around the NYC area.
More protests are expected in Manhattan Tuesday after days of backlash to recent raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
A two-alarm fire at Grand Central Madison disrupted Long Island Rail Road service Tuesday morning, authorities said.
Terminally ill New Yorkers would have the legal ability to end their own lives with pharmaceutical drugs under a bill that's been approved by the New York state Legislature.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms may lead to some localized flooding today around the NYC area.
Police are searching for two suspects who forced their way into a Queens home, tied up a family and robbed them.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms may lead to some localized flooding today around the NYC area.
NYC and the surrounding area face some cool, rainy weather to start the week. Then, highs could hit the 90s on Thursday.
The humid weather sticks around the NYC area to finish the week, and there could be a chance of thunderstorms.
Another air quality alert has been issued for the NYC area today, and it has expanded to include Long Island and New Jersey.
An air quality alert has been issued for NYC and N.J. on Wednesday, as smoke from the Canadian wildfires blows into the Tri-State Area.
A purple Telecaster guitar specially made for Heart member Nancy Wilson has been recovered, but a mandolin is still missing.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms may lead to some localized flooding today around the NYC area.
It's Election Day in N.J. and voters are heading to the polls today to choose the Democratic and Republican nominees for governor in the 2025 primary.
President Trump is a big factor in the campaigns of the six Democrats and six Republicans running to replace Gov. Phil Murphy.
New Jersey's primary election for governor features a crowded field of Democrats and Republicans. Affordability emerged as a key issue.
A two-alarm fire at Grand Central Madison disrupted Long Island Rail Road service Tuesday morning, authorities said.
For most golfers, a round takes a few hours, but one Long Island man is taking that to the extreme.
The humid weather sticks around the NYC area to finish the week, and there could be a chance of thunderstorms.
An event at Jones Beach was shut down Thursday after fights broke out during a senior skip day on Long Island, officials say.
A large fire at the Crown Recycling plant in Calverton, Long Island appeared to be under control Wednesday afternoon.
More protests are expected in Manhattan Tuesday after days of backlash to recent raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
It's Election Day in N.J. and voters are heading to the polls today to choose the Democratic and Republican nominees for governor in the 2025 primary.
President Trump is a big factor in the campaigns of the six Democrats and six Republicans running to replace Gov. Phil Murphy.
New Jersey's primary election for governor features a crowded field of Democrats and Republicans. Affordability emerged as a key issue.
Mayor Eric Adams on Monday addressed the recent protests in Los Angeles over ICE policies, saying similar violence in the in New York City will not be tolerated.
Terminally ill New Yorkers would have the legal ability to end their own lives with pharmaceutical drugs under a bill that's been approved by the New York state Legislature.
A measles case has been confirmed in Putnam County, N.Y., and health officials have a warning for some who visited Arturo's Tavern in Mahopac.
The CDC dropped a broad recommendation for all children to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Some fish caught in New York lakes and rivers may be unsafe to eat due to elevated levels of chemicals known as PFAS, state health officials announced Thursday.
A Long Island man is sharing his incredible transformation after his nose was bitten off in a fight.
Sly Stone, the musician known for his own brand of funk with Sly and the Family Stone, has died at 82.
There was drama in the courtroom Monday as deliberations continued in Harvey Weinstein's retrial for a third day in New York City.
Nicole Scherzinger won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for her role as Norma Desmond in "Sunset Blvd."
Cole Escola took home the 2025 Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Play for the role of Mary Todd Lincoln in "Oh, Mary!"
"Maybe Happy Ending" won big at the 2025 Tony Awards, taking home six awards, including the coveted Best Musical.
For most golfers, a round takes a few hours, but one Long Island man is taking that to the extreme.
The Red Sox hit five home runs to overcome two by Aaron Judge in an 11-7 win over the Yankees on Sunday night.
Pete Alonso and Jeff McNeil each hit two home runs, and the Mets routed Colorado 13-5 on Sunday to sweep the major league-worst Rockies.
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz completed an extraordinary comeback to win his second-straight French Open men's title in a thrilling five-set match against Jannik Sinner.
Ronny Maurico hit his first home run of the season, a 456-foot shot into the second deck, and the New York Mets beat the Colorado Rockies 8-1 on Saturday night.
The Brooklyn Public Library is gearing up their programming to keep kids reading and learning all summer.
A march was held in the Bronx on Friday in honor of National Gun Violence Awareness Day after a rash of shootings in the borough.
NYCHA has opened its first dog park, and it's serving as more than just a place for dogs to run free.
Angelo Imperati, a math teacher at P.S 75 School of Research and Discovery in the Bronx was at a loss for words after learning he was a grand prize winner of the FLAG Award for Teaching.
As a sweeping $500 million overhaul of Brooklyn's Broadway Junction begins, some community leaders are concerned it will lead to gentrification.
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.
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 Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has a look at the First Alert Weather Forecast.
Police plan to search the Bronx River for a second day. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
More protests are expected in Manhattan Tuesday after days of backlash to recent raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Two of the biggest races to watch are the Democratic and Republican campaigns to be the state's next governor. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
The fire broke out at around 8:15 a.m. FDNY officials said it was an electrical fire in a deep basement along the LIRR tracks. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
