The CREST Chronicle is the flagship publication of the CUNY CREST Institute, rooted in a legacy that began with NOAA’s investment in remote sensing science at The City College of New York. It reflects CREST’s evolution into a leading interdisciplinary hub spanning Earth system science, remote sensing, engineering, and the social sciences. The Chronicle showcases how complex data is transformed into actionable insights across local and global scales. It serves as a platform to share innovation, amplify impact, and engage communities.