Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus declared a state of emergency Wednesday evening following a weeklong effort to control ...

Less famous is the notion that government transparency can be among the many victims in a time of crisis — as displayed by ...

County officials announced a planned power, heating services shutoff starting at 8 a.m. Thursday as crews move into position to fight wildfire.

Schools and roads are closed as Greenwood Lake prepares for heavy smoke caused by firefighters' big push against the Jennings ...

The district's two schools will be closed as anticipated conditions mean, "there is going to be much more smoke in the area ...

New Jersey’s governor declared a drought warning. Black Hawk helicopters scooped water from a lake to dump on a burning ...

The county reported its highest detainee death count in decades, including multiple suicides that reveal deep institutional ...

NYC firefighters battle wildfires in Manhattan's Inwood Park and Queens' Alley Pond Park due to dry conditions.

New York City has had over 230 brush fires since Oct. 29, after its driest month since record-keeping began in 1869.

Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced that funding is available to help low- and middle-income households and older adults lower their energy costs and keep their homes warm during cold winter months.

A Fire Weather Watch remains in effect as the New York City Tri-State is the driest it’s been in nearly 120 years, creating ...