Some Long Island Residents Remain Unsatisfied By LIPA's Promises
LIPA also had a change of heart about the inspection they told residents would have to undergo before they could get power, but the big move was not enough to end the outrage.
LIPA also had a change of heart about the inspection they told residents would have to undergo before they could get power, but the big move was not enough to end the outrage.
Power had just been restored on the North Shore of Long Island when the nor'easter knocked it out all over again Wednesday night.
Smith and Trully have been charges with six counts of burglary or attempted burglary in Rye, but police have linked them to a total of 35 robberies from Westchester to Connecticut since Sandy hit.
Hervey said substations were badly corroded by the saltwater in the storm surge.
Buildings are darker than the darkest nights and the stench of garbage and rotted food lingers in the air.
About a million people across New Jersey are still in the dark and cold, as power has not yet been restored.
Downed trees, utility poles and wires have tangled together in dangerous piles across the neighborhood. Transformers are down, wiping out power to thousands.
One company is coming to the rescue in Manhattan, offering free cell phone charging stations at bars north of 39th Street in the borough.
Power was coming back Wednesday afternoon to some areas toward the southernmost tip Lower Manhattan, but most residents and businesses below Midtown remained in the dark.
EMTs from as far away as Florida and Texas are in New York helping out.
In the year since Irene, JCP&L has been working to improve communication with customers.
"A river of power outage refugees pouring over the Brooklyn Bridge," WCBS 880's Rich Lamb reported on August 14, 2003.
The storms brought rain, hail and lightning with them, bringing sudden changes in the sticky weather that lingered for days over the region
Approximately 10,000-15,000 people were impacted by the outage. A power feeder cable burned out, causing the disruption.
11,000 customers in New Jersey's largest city were without power because of a transformer problem. The power went out at about noon and came back at 3:52 p.m., PSEG confirmed.
As many as 200,000 of the more than 800,000 Connecticut Light & Power customers who were without power following the freak October snowstorm were left in the dark for a week or more.
Connecticut Light & Power is reporting customers in Greenwich and Stamford are being affected by a blackout, but most power is back online.
"In truth, there's quite a few smaller companies like ours that could have sent people, had they gotten paid," said Carmen Campell, owner of the Michigan-based Campbell Electric.
The recent widespread outages from October's snowstorm has many wondering why power lines aren't underground and out of the way of falling trees.
In light of the freak snowstorm that hit the Tri-State area over the weekend, there are still many who are without electricity. One such unfortunate soul is an old friend of the show and the son of a legend.
More than three million people are without power in the Northeast after a massive and rare October snow storm hit the region on Saturday.
"I have a tree that brought down the power lines which caused this pole behind us to break and snap in three spots. We're bringing crews out here now to repair both locations," a PSE&G supervisor said.
Nearly 60,000 customers were left without power around 9 a.m. after a transformer failed during routine switching at the Ridgefield substation, PSE&G said.
The power outage impacted 20,000 customers - including three terminals at Newark Liberty - around 2:30 p.m. and was restored about 90 minutes later.
A power outage at Newark Liberty International Airport Monday afternoon messed with airlines' schedules, stopped AirTrains in their tracks, shut down escalators and left the facility in the dark for about 90 minutes
The writer famous for fairy-tale rom-coms is making her Broadway debut with "Left on Tenth," a play adapted from her bestselling memoir about a widow pursuing another chance at love, just when she is diagnosed with leukemia.
Just weeks before the presidential election, new rules are going into effect in some states that can jeopardize people's right to vote, from challenges to voter registrations, to limits on when and how ballots may be cast.
Two youths have been arrested in connection to Friday night's attack on former New York Gov. David Paterson and his stepson Anthony Sliwa.
Alex Verdugo helped boost the Yankees over the Royals on Saturday night in their AL Division Series opener.
The Mets rallied past the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1 of their Division Series on Saturday.
Two youths have been arrested in connection to Friday night's attack on former New York Gov. David Paterson and his stepson Anthony Sliwa.
Thousands of cyclists will flood the streets today for the 2024 Tour de Bronx, which is marking its 30th year.
Carfentanil, a synthetic opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl, has been seized on Long Island for the first time.
Brooklyn families are asking for answers after their loved ones died during childbirth at the city-run Woodhull Hospital.
East Harlem's Sendero Verde is setting a new standard in sustainability for affordable housing.
The weekend forecast looks perfect for fall fun around New York and New Jersey -- from apple picking, to leaf peeping and more.
Stew Leonard's is recalling dozens of Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread loaves that were sold at its Danbury location in Connecticut.
A port strike has thousands of dockworkers on the picket lines along the East and Gulf coasts, including New York and New Jersey.
Drizzle and a spot shower are possible through Monday morning.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
This week's dockworker walk-out left a backlog of cargo in the ports of New York and New Jersey, Port Authority officials say.
The weekend forecast looks perfect for fall fun around New York and New Jersey -- from apple picking, to leaf peeping and more.
The New York Jets (2-2) are in London for an NFL Week 5 showdown with the undefeated Minnesota Vikings (4-0).
A company hired for $10 million to replace lead pipes in Newark lied about getting the work done, federal prosecutors say.
Democrat Andy Kim and Republican Curtis Bashaw discuss the issues in New Jersey U.S. Senate race
Long Island homeowners hit by flooding in August have more time to apply for financial assistance, but they might not want to wait.
Carfentanil, a synthetic opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl, has been seized on Long Island for the first time.
A funeral is being held today for Babylon teen Bella Trezza, following last month's deadly crash on Long Island.
A Long Island man says he was scammed out of $25,000 by someone impersonating a real business online.
A Suffolk County community that was isolated by a road collapse in August's devastating storms and floods finally has relief.
Billionaire Elon Musk also appeared with Trump on stage, calling the November election "the most important of our lifetime."
Rock star Bruce Springsteen spoke out in a video and said Trump should be disqualified from ever being president again.
Trump returned Saturday to Butler, Pennsylvania, for a rally at the site of the first assassination attempt against him.
Most NYC residents want Mayor Eric Adams to resign following his federal indictment on bribery charges, according to a new poll.
"The ugly practice of blackface was the furthest thing from my mind," the New York Republican said.
Carfentanil, a synthetic opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl, has been seized on Long Island for the first time.
Brooklyn families are asking for answers after their loved ones died during childbirth at the city-run Woodhull Hospital.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
New York state announced Monday that someone in Ulster County has died from eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE.
Parents of kids injured at birth due to medical malpractice say New York is denying their claims under the state's Medical Indemnity Fund, which promises lifelong health care.
The writer famous for fairy-tale rom-coms is making her Broadway debut with "Left on Tenth," a play adapted from her bestselling memoir about a widow pursuing another chance at love, just when she is diagnosed with leukemia.
Rock star Bruce Springsteen spoke out in a video and said Trump should be disqualified from ever being president again.
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
Broadway is mourning the death of actor Gavin Creel, a star who shined on stage for more than 20 years.
There are five new stadium dates for next summer in Toronto, Chicago, New Jersey, Los Angeles and Mexico City.
Alex Verdugo helped boost the Yankees over the Royals on Saturday night in their AL Division Series opener.
The Mets rallied past the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1 of their Division Series on Saturday.
Atlanta United kept its playoff hopes alive with a 2-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Saturday night.
Newcomer Paul Cotter scored again in Prague as the New Jersey Devils beat the Buffalo Sabres 3-1 to sweep the season-opening series in the Czech capital.
The Devils beat the Sabres in the NHL regular-season opener that was played in the Czech Republic capital.
East Harlem's Sendero Verde is setting a new standard in sustainability for affordable housing.
Moshe Lavi and Leat Corinne Unger say they've been giving a voice to their family members still in Hamas captivity one year after being kidnapped by Hamas.
As Jewish communities around the world are preparing for the holiday of Rosh Hashana, Masbia Soup Kitchen launches massive campaign to help feed thousands.
Residents in Glen Oaks, Queens say squirrels are wreaking havoc on their cars.
A partnership between one of the commissioners of the Department of City Planning and the Brooklyn Public Library looks to educate people about issues around housing.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Police are investigating a double shooting in Coney Island that left two 18-year-olds injured. Police say it happened just after midnight Sunday.
The AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk is taking place Sunday in Manhattan. CBS News New York's John Elliott spoke with a volunteer. If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
The New York Jets are across the pond, showing off their talents in London. CBS News New York's Otis Livingston joined them and quizzed players on the local lingo.
Pancreatic cancer survivors and supporters will gather for the 24th Annual Lustgarten Foundation Long Island Walk on Sunday. CBS New York is a proud community partner of Lustgarten Pancreatic Cancer Research as part of our #BetterTogether campaign. Our own Jennifer McLogan will serve as emcee.
The AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk is taking place Sunday in Manhattan. Candace Bravo, executive director of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, discusses why the event is important. If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.