Con Ed offering reimbursement to Brooklyn residents who lost power
Con Edison is offering reimbursement to Brooklyn residents who were without power for more than 48 hours during February's winter storm and bitter cold.
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Con Edison is offering reimbursement to Brooklyn residents who were without power for more than 48 hours during February's winter storm and bitter cold.
Con Edison is reimbursing Brooklyn customers who lost power in February during our extreme cold weather.
Dramatic video from two manhole fires shows flames shooting out of the ground Wednesday morning in Williamsburg. The fires injured two and caused a building to be evacuated.
The power outage in Williamsburg started Monday afternoon, and Con Edison officials say it won't be restored until Tuesday afternoon.
Con Ed blamed the Bushwick power outage on snow and road salt mixing together and seeping into its ground equipment.
A little less than 350 customers were still without service late Sunday night during one of the coldest snaps in New York City in a few years. CBS News New York's Naomi Ruchim reports.
The utility said Sunday it shut the power off temporarily to prevent more extended outages, adding it hopes to have service restored by 7 a.m. on Monday. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
Hundreds of Brooklyn residents have been without power for four days during this bitter cold streak.
It all started as a result of manhole fires on Saturday. The utility said those manhole fires were triggered by melting snow from last week's storm. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
Residents in Park Slope, Brooklyn, spent a third night without heat after manhole fires erupted, knocking out the power.
Neighbors in Park Slope spent a second night without heat Sunday after manhole fires erupted. Con Edison worked through the night, attempting to restore electricity. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
Efforts to restore power in Park Slope on Sunday were being hampered by the biting cold. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
As CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports, it's all because of a manhole fire.
Over 1,000 Con Edison customers in Brooklyn were without power Saturday after a manhole fire.
A fire in Brooklyn left some residents coping with the bitter cold Monday night.
A rally was held in Queens on Wednesday calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to lower the cost of utilities.
Con Edison has agreed to cut proposed rate hikes for New York City and Westchester customers under a new three-year plan.
Con Edison has agreed to cut proposed rate hikes under a new three-year plan.
A New York-based start-up company wants to use batteries to reduce stress on the energy grid and put money back in the pockets of state residents.
The gas leak in Upper Manhattan forced dozens of people to evacuate buildings in the area.
Con Edison and the FDNY are investigating a possible gas leak in Upper Manhattan. CBS News New York's Jim smith reports from Chopper 2.
Con Edison says it's restored power to nearly 21,000 customers who experienced outages during Friday's storms.
Proposed Con Edison rate hikes have Westchester County residents worried about how they're going to afford even higher bills.
Con Edison says they need to invest in infrastructure to keep the grid stable, but Westchester County residents ask, at what cost? CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal attended a public hearing to discuss proposed rate hikes.
Local providers, like Con Edison in New York City, are asking residents to limit their usage. As CBS News New York's John Dias explains, the city is now officially experiencing a heat wave.
A fire is burning at a Midtown Manhattan office building, sending black smoke into the air.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Israel says it killed Iran's top security official Ali Larijani, as America's European allies reject Trump's demands for help in the Strait of Hormuz.
The 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade is taking place Tuesday in Manhattan, with numerous street closures along the parade route.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
A fire is burning at a Midtown Manhattan office building, sending black smoke into the air.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
The 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade is taking place Tuesday in Manhattan, with numerous street closures along the parade route.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
A Palestinian woman who had been living and working in Paterson, New Jersey, has been released after a year in ICE custody in Texas, her legal team says.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is moving to lower the speed limit around hundreds of schools in New York City as part of a major escalation of the Vision Zero initiative.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
Jack Hughes had three assists, and the Devils dented the Bruins' playoff chances by beating them 4-3 in overtime Monday night.
Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara each scored 18 points, and the Trail Blazers coasted to 114-95 victory over the Nets on Monday night.
Alex Laferriere had a goal and two assists to lead the Los Angeles Kings to a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers on Monday night.
The Jets will receive a 2027 sixth-round draft pick from the Chiefs and pick up $7 million of Fields' guaranteed $10 million salary.
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team women's NCAA field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Dr. Sharon Nachman, Chief of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, explains the risks and differences from prior mpox outbreaks.
"The Points Guy" managing editor Becky Blaine shares tips as travelers experience long TSA wait times at major airports.
George Heslin, Executive Director of the New York Irish Center, highlights the cultural and historical significance behind the holiday’s celebrations.
MagicSchool CEO Adeel Khan says his artificial intelligence platform for educators shows how generative AI can help students, without overreliance.
Police sources said the suspect approached the woman from behind and stabbed her in the arm and back.
