Wildfire Grows in New Jersey and New York, Despite Modest Rainfall

The Jennings Creek fire is currently burning across 3,500 acres, officials said, and is expected to grow to over 5,000 acres.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 12

As Wildfire Burns in New Jersey and New York, Rain Offers Little Relief

The fire, the latest of several in the region over the weekend, had caused one death and was not contained as of Sunday afternoon, officials said.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 10

Deadly New York-New Jersey wildfire 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.

Gusty Winds Stoke 5,000-Acre Wildfire at New York-New Jersey Border

Known as the Jennings Creek fire, it started Friday and quickly spread. The rugged terrain has made it more difficult for emergency workers to respond.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 12

Crews making big gains in fight against New York-New Jersey wildfire

The Jennings Creek Fire on the New York-New Jersey border is now about 70% contained after burning more than 4,700 acres. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson has more.

On the front lines with firefighters as they battle wildfires in New Jersey

Tom Hanson embedded with fire crews Thursday as they continue to battle stubborn wildfires in New Jersey and New York. New Jersey's dry conditions have helped contribute to the growth of the ...

Wildfires Spread Across New Jersey and Connecticut: ‘No End in Sight’

Firefighters in the two states have battled hundreds of blazes during an unseasonably dry fall.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 9

18-year-old dies while helping fight New Jersey wildfire

Officials in New Jersey say an 18-year-old parks employee has died while helping crews battle brush fires that have been fueled by prolonged dry conditions. Firefighters hope overnight rainfall ...

Weather conditions complicating efforts to get New Jersey wildfire under control

As fire crews try to get the Jennings Creek Fire under control, the weather is making things difficult. Meteorologist Rob Marciano explains why the conditions are complicating the containment ...

Half of New Jersey wildfire contained as other fires break out

The Jennings Creek Fire in New Jersey has burned nearly 4,300 acres. It's about half contained as firefighters have performed controlled burns, getting rid of dry vegetation that could otherwise ...

How firefighters are battling a New Jersey wildfire amid extreme drought conditions

Firefighters battling the Jennings Creek Fire in New Jersey have the wildfire about 70% contained after it's burned 4,700 acres. The entire state of New Jersey is facing moderate to extreme drought ...

Ladies and Gentlemen, the Northeast Is Burning

We are being reminded the hard way that we share this world. Smoke knows no boundaries, and neither does fire.

Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Environmentalists sue New York, New Jersey and Delaware over endangered sturgeon

Environmentalists accuse New York, New Jersey and Delaware in federal lawsuits of improperly allowing Atlantic sturgeon to be killed by commercial fishing operations even as the prehistoric fish is ...

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Residents Evacuated Because of Fire on New York-New Jersey Border

The voluntary evacuation plan was put in place in areas affected by the Jennings Creek wildfire. Officials encouraged residents of 165 homes to move out temporarily.

Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Republicans make inroads in New York, New Jersey, putting Democrats on defensive

Republicans made inroads in New York and New Jersey this election, spurring hopes that the party could further erode Democrats' grip on states seen as deep-blue bastions. Vice President Harris won ...

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New York State Parks Worker Dies Fighting Wildfire in Orange County, N.Y.

The blaze in Orange County, N.Y., was the latest in a series of wildfires to plague the region.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 10

New York state parks employee dies while battling wildfires

Dariel Vasquez died when tree fell on him as he battled major brush fire along the New York-New Jersey border. A New York parks employee died battling one of a number of wildfires in New Jersey and ...

World - The Guardian - November 10

Harris wins New Jersey

Vice President Harris will win New Jersey, giving her the Garden State’s 14 electoral votes, Decision Desk HQ projects. New Jersey is a solidly blue-leaning state that Harris was expected to carry ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

New York Times Launches Election 'Needle' Despite Labor Strike

The news organization had warned that its election-forecasting tool might not be operational; some staffers debate the merits of the labor action.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 5

Fears of new wildfires grow amid record-setting dry conditions across US

Firefighters battle fires from California to New York, while lack of rain could threaten drinking water supplies . Record-setting dry conditions in some parts of the US are raising fears of new ...

World - The Guardian - November 13

The New York City Marathon Puts the Growing Business of Run Clubs in the Spotlight

As runners gear up for one of the world’s biggest marathons, run clubs are booming as a way for people and businesses to connect to the community.

Business - Inc. - November 2

18-year-old parks employee killed while battling New York wildfire

An 18-year-old New York state employee was killed Saturday while battling a wildfire in Orange County's Sterling Forest.

Northeast wildfires prompt new evacuations

The dry conditions across the Northeast are going from bad to worse with a new round of wildfires and evacuations. NBC News' George Solis reports from Greenwood Lake, New York.

Butchered remains of dolphin discovered on New Jersey beach

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration investigates discovery of remains of common dolphin. The butchered remains of a dolphin were found on a New Jersey beach, and federal authorities are ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Ranking The PWHL's New Jerseys From First To Worst

The PWHL unveiled their new team jerseys ahead of the league's second season. The jerseys will be flying off shelves, but some are better than others and will last the test of time, while others ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 7

Dangerous wildfires rage across California and New England

Crews are battling wildfires on both U.S. coasts with more than 130 homes and structures destroyed out West. Firefighters in New York and New Jersey have been racing to battle dozens of blazes ...

Latest news on wildfires raging in both 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 ...

Emergency drought warning in New Jersey as fire rages

A fire is burning along the New Jersey-New York border as an emergency drought warning emerges. CBS News' Tom Hanson has the latest.

Gottheimer launches bid for New Jersey governor

Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.) announced Friday he would be throwing his hat in the race for New Jersey governor after much anticipation, joining an already crowded Democratic field to replace ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Rep. Mikie Sherrill running for governor of New Jersey

New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, says she is running for governor in 2025.

A Very New York Party for New York Nico

At Astor Place Hairstylists, an old-school barbershop, small-business owners feted a social media star who spotlights the city’s gritty character.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 25

New York’s hottest new restaurants

The tables to book now, from a haute fried-chicken joint to an ultra-cool art destination, classic French cuisine revived and more

World - Financial Times - November 11

Harris wins New Jersey and Minnesota, CBS News projects

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 ...

Harris wins New York

Vice President Harris won New York, an expected blue state victory, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ. The Empire State awards 28 electoral votes. The last time a Republican won New ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

What’s on in New York this winter

FT Globetrotter’s must-dos in NYC this season, from festive operas to Restaurant Week

World - Financial Times - November 11

The Knicks’ New Star Is Unapologetically New York

Since being traded from the Minnesota Timberwolves, Karl-Anthony Towns has loudly embraced the city, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - November 10

New Jersey Benefits From Sports Betting, but at What Cost?

While sports betting has created jobs and revenue for the state, there’s a dark side too.

Business - Inc. - October 24

3 charged with murder in connection with fatal shooting of New Jersey detective

Detective Sgt. Monica Mosley, with the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office in New Jersey, was fatally shot at her home in Bridgeton on Oct. 15, according to police.

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