Spotted lanternflies return: What you need to know about this summer's invasion

They're baaaaaaack! Spotted Lanternflies have once again returned to the region for the summer, and experts say that unfortunately, this is the new normal.

What to know about New York's largest offshore wind farm on Long Island

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the construction of Sunrise Wind, a 924-megawatt project developed by Ørsted. Officials expect the project to transform the economy on Long Island and beyond.

From orbit, NASA maps streets where extreme heat will burn you in seconds

NASA is using data from the space station to map out the hottest streets in one major city, where touching pavement could lead to burns in minutes or even seconds.

Harmful algae blooms in Great Lakes could increase this summer, NOAA warns

NOAA is closely monitoring the Great Lakes this summer for potential increases in harmful algae that could have economic impacts and affect ecosystems.

Why is Jersey Shore water so crystal clear lately?

The water at the Jersey Shore is looking rather different these days - it's clear, and even a little more blue!

Amazon shifting to recycled paper filling for packages in North America

Amazon is ditching plastic air pillows for recycled paper packaging in North America, aiming to completely make the switch by the end of the year to boost eco-friendliness and reduce waste​.

Flying Joro spiders headed to NYC area: Where are they? Live map

The Joro spider, now less than 185 miles away from New Jersey could soon be spotted in parts of the Tri-State Area. See where the eight-legged insect is on the map now.

Chile's Humboldt penguin could be facing extinction, experts warn

The Humboldt penguin population along the central coast of Chile has drastically declined, with scientists finding only one breeding pair this year compared to 842 last year, putting the species at risk of extinction according to experts.

Texas city tops list of dirtiest in the nation, study says

A recent survey named the "dirtiest" city in the U.S., and earning the top spot this year is none other than Houston, taking the crown from last year's dirtiest, Newark, New Jersey.

Watch: Bees take over a Queens subway station during rush hour

Video shows the swarm of bees hitched to the side of the subway stair railing right outside a Cane's restaurant. It is unclear at this time whether the bees were waiting to place an order or ride the subway.

How AI can help (and hurt) climate change

Artificial intelligence significantly impacts the climate crisis by consuming large amounts of energy and water for its data centers, leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions, while also offering tools for climate management, such as improving climate models, optimizing energy use, and enhancing renewable energy efficiency.