Power Outages, Lingering Debris Cause Mounting Frustration Across Tri-State
Frustration is mounting across the Tri-State Area between ongoing power outages and lingering debris from Tropical Storm Isaias.
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Frustration is mounting across the Tri-State Area between ongoing power outages and lingering debris from Tropical Storm Isaias.
The utility said most would have power back by Sunday, but it could take until Monday in areas that suffered the most damage.
Superstorm Sandy holds the record for storm-related outages. It knocked out service for 1.1 million customers.
There's no word yet on what caused the outage.
According to officials with New York City's emergency management team, residents in at least five zip codes within the Hollis section of the borough were left in the dark Friday night.
Chopper 2 was over the scene Friday evening at 56th Street and Fort Hamilton Parkway as smoke poured out of the ground and into the street.
Con Ed had said the lights went out July 13 because of a problem at its 65th Street substation.
The utility monopoly has been coping with a wave of sporadic problems since Saturday night's blackout on Manhattan's west side.
Some people in Queens have been without power since last night.
Con Edison reports that about 3,800 customers were without power as of 7:30 p.m. Most of the affected residents are in the New Dorp section of the borough.
Councilman Steven Matteo said a smoking circuit breaker caused the outage.
De Blasio is trying to shrug it off, but many New Yorkers are not ready to let him off the hook.
Imagine the lights going out on what's supposed to be the best night of your life: Your wedding.
People on social media called out companies like Uber and Lyft for their prices the night of the blackout in New York City.
Con Ed officials said the blackout was not triggered by the heat or a high demand on the electrical grid. Cyber and terrorist attacks were also ruled out.
Con Ed and city officials are trying to figure out how this happened and how to prevent a night like this from happening again.
Saturday night's blackout in Manhattan impacted the bottom line for plenty of businesses. But as CBS2 found out, some made the best of it.
The blackout in Manhattan on Saturday night didn't dampen the spirits of a choir and orchestra that were supposed to perform at Carnegie Hall.
Passengers were forced to find other ways to get off some of the trains and out of the stations.
Impromptu performances popped up throughout the Theater District after Saturday's blackout forced many concerts and Broadway shows to cancel.
CBS2 began to hear reports that that all restaurants had gone dark in Hell's Kitchen around 7 p.m. Saturday evening - 42 years to the day after the famous 1977 blackout in New York City.
Traffic lights were out from the Upper West Side to Midtown Manhattan. Traffic kept flowing because of locals, and tourists.
A large power outage struck Midtown, Times Square, Hell’s Kitchen, and other parts of Upper Manhattan.
A large power outage impacted thousands throughout Midtown, Hell's Kitchen, and Upper Manhattan. Subway service was disrupted and traffic lights were out in parts of the city.
CBS2 reached to Con Edison to ask about multiple complaints regarding the high-rise's power. Con Edison said the transformer is actually owned by NYCHA and is supposed to power the seven Bronx buildings.
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Luke Weaver escaped a bases-loaded, no-outs jam against his former team as the Mets beat the Yankees Saturday night to even the Subway Series.
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While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
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The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
Keep an umbrella nearby as there's a chance for showers across the New York and New Jersey area. But the weather will turn to sunshine and warm temperatures for the weekend.
The weather on Wednesday will be a mix of sunshine and clouds with the potential for a shower in New York City. In the evening, rain becomes more widespread.
An unsettled pattern continues through the entire Mother's Day weekend in the New York City area.
After summer-like warmth, rainy weather and cooler temperatures return to the New York City area mid-week.
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The weekend is set to be the warmest of the year so far with summer-like weather across the Tri-State Area.
For the first time ever, the World Cup final will host a Super Bowl-style halftime show, with megawatt headliners Madonna, Shakira and BTS.
While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
On Day 1 of the LIRR strike, riders reported their regular trips to and from New York City turned into marathons.
The work stoppage, the LIRR's first since 1994, went into effect after the MTA and five unions representing 3,500 workers failed to reach a deal on a new four-year contract.
Glen Cove's hidden gem has been closed for nearly two decades, but it's finally reopening thanks to hard work from the community.
Riders have been rerouted to Grand Central Terminal, which is much more crowded than usual since the electrical fire at Penn Station.
Alex Bores has a master's degree in computer science, but for some reason tech titans are trying to stop his campaign in New York's 12th Congressional District.
While the LIRR work stoppage has caused a mess for people heading to weekend events, the real concern is Monday morning's commute.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
The work stoppage, the LIRR's first since 1994, went into effect after the MTA and five unions representing 3,500 workers failed to reach a deal on a new four-year contract.
With just weeks to go before the primary, voters in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District are wondering where their congressman is.
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed millions to keep the program open, but the reforms would cut reimbursement rates for private duty nurses.
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Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
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CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer talks to Assemblyman Bores about his candidacy in the 12th Congressional District and to Councilwoman Maloney on the economic impact of the impending World Cup on NYC.
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The governor urged the sides to get back to the bargaining table and also went into detail on the MTA's contingency plan for Monday morning's commute.
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