Shoppers unnecessarily buying in bulk amid port workers strike
The port workers strike has led many people to stock up on certain goods and buy in bulk, but supply chain experts say it's unnecessary. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
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The port workers strike has led many people to stock up on certain goods and buy in bulk, but supply chain experts say it's unnecessary. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
People on social media are posting photos of empty store shelves as concerns mount over the strike's impact on bathroom tissue supplies.
Local officials are allaying concerns about our own infrastructure, as more ships may be diverted to New York and New Jersey to help with supply chain issues. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
When the "Dali" rammed the Francis Scott Key Bridge early Tuesday morning, it brought maritime traffic in and out of the port to a standstill.
As football season gets underway, some teams don't have enough helmets. CBS2's Wendy Gillette reports.
Even bigger sales could be on the way after Labor Day.
Buttigieg highlighted New Jersey's critical role in alleviating the nation's supply chain problems.
After weeks of calls for government intervention, the White House says it's working on it. Still, it won't come as quickly as some families need. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has the story.
The bread industry is warning of sticker shock at checkout during the summer.
Gottheimer says he also called on President Joe Biden to activate the National Guard to unload ships at our ports and help move goods.
As some pandemic worries appear to slow down, wallets open up. The thinking is that when people feel hopeful, they are more willing to splurge.
One florist says poor weather conditions in major growing areas and labor shortages are increasing problems for wholesale delivery.
The pandemic changed things for many small businesses. An office furniture company in Middlesex County had to rethink business models and serve new clients.
Stores large and small are having some trouble keeping shelves stocked.
Thirteen huge cranes load and unload freight containers from cargo ships as they arrive to the Port of Newark, a critical operation that never stopped during the pandemic, but has taken on more to help supply chain breakdowns.
The supply chain squeeze is causing delays and high prices. The pandemic-induced problem is felt by businesses large and small.
The supply chain is the series of steps that brings a product to a customer, but bottlenecks across the entire network are creating shortages, delays and higher prices.
Companies that make gravestones are having difficult getting their hands on materials
Experts say if you haven't started shopping already, you should now. This year, many big box retailers are starting Black Friday deals early.
Charitable organizations need help now more than ever.
Retailers say there are many broken links in the supply chain -- ships stuck at sea and containers stuck in port.
iPhone 13s, gaming consoles, Christmas lights and turkeys have all been caught up in the global snarl.
The supply chain is the series of steps that brings a product to a customer, but bottlenecks across the entire network are creating shortages, delays and higher prices.
Extensive slowdowns all along the supply chain are keeping consumers from buying what they want when they want, suggesting broader problems across the economy.
Shortages and higher prices could remain common, as companies struggle with their supply chains and try to predict post-COVID demand during a surge in spending.
Harlem School of the Arts students designed and painted four new murals for Wollman Rink.
The FBI's New York division and New York law enforcement say they're prioritizing election security ahead of Election Day.
Gerrit Cole will remain with the New York Yankees rather than become a free agent as the sides work on a revised contract, according to reports.
N.Y.-17 candidates Mike Lawler and Democrat Mondaire Jones discussed immigration on the final day of campaigning.
Gov. Phil Murphy just signed a bill into law giving Ida victims 12 months of mortgage forbearance, a temporary reduction or pause in payments, and foreclosure protection, but many victims in Manville say more needs to be done.
Harlem School of the Arts students designed and painted four new murals for Wollman Rink.
The FBI's New York division and New York law enforcement say they're prioritizing election security ahead of Election Day.
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Witnesses who took cellphone video of Daniel Penny's deadly encounter with Jordan Neely on a NYC subway testified in the Marine veteran's manslaughter trial.
Here's how to find your polling location in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
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A warming trend starts Monday around the NYC area, with record-breaking temperatures expected later this week.
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The state of Connecticut is sending all its towns and cities fire suppression devices to help safeguard ballot drop boxes.
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A warming trend starts Monday around the NYC area, with record-breaking temperatures expected later this week.
For the first time in decades, there are two new faces looking to get elected in New Jersey's 9th Congressional District.
The FBI's New York division and New York law enforcement say they're prioritizing election security ahead of Election Day.
New York State Police are looking into the credibility of Trooper Thomas Mascia's claim he was shot last week on Long Island.
Here's when polls open and close on Election Day 2024 in the Tri-State Area.
A chilly start to Sunday should not affect New York City Marathon runners.
A new law went into effect Friday lowering the number of driver's license suspensions that can result in a felony in New York.
The FBI's New York division and New York law enforcement say they're prioritizing election security ahead of Election Day.
N.Y.-17 candidates Mike Lawler and Democrat Mondaire Jones discussed immigration on the final day of campaigning.
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Here's when polls open and close on Election Day 2024 in the Tri-State Area.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are blitzing battleground states the day before polls open for Election Day 2024.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Decision to cut topping comes as officials work to confirm source of E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders.
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced a $150 million investment in a new state-of-the-art cell and gene therapy hub to be built on Long Island.
Dozens of New York and New Jersey schools are impacted by a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria.
The worst rates of the infection known as "walking pneumonia" or "white lung pneumonia" are in young children ages 2 to 4 years old.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has been arrested in New York City for alleged violations of the conditions of supervised release that were set when he was sentenced several years ago to two years in prison in a racketeering case.
Teri Garr rose from being a background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star in such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie."
Timothée Chalamet surprised the crowd at his own look-alike contest at Washington Square Park in Manhattan.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Gerrit Cole will remain with the New York Yankees rather than become a free agent as the sides work on a revised contract, according to reports.
The NYC Marathon forced the Detroit Pistons to take the subway to Sunday's game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center.
The Red Bulls outscored Columbus 7-6 following a 2-2 draw on Sunday, eliminating the defending champion Crew from the MLS Cup playoffs.
Cade Cunningham scored 19 points to lead the Pistons to a 106-92 win over the Nets on Sunday.
Jayden Daniels threw two touchdown passes to Terry McLaurin in the Commanders' 27-22 win over the Giants on Sunday.
Harlem School of the Arts students designed and painted four new murals for Wollman Rink.
In the Queens neighborhood known as Little Guyana, preparations are underway for the community's annual Diwali festival.
The Bergen Beach home on East 72nd Street and Avenue K has become a neighborhood attraction.
The landmarked library branch in Harlem underwent a $34.4 million renovation from top to bottom.
A Brooklyn-based nonprofit is working to make a positive change in the form of student graduations in the community.
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.
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."
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More than 20 extravagant gingerbread installations are on display at the Museum of the City of New York. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
Incumbent Rep. Mike Lawler and challenger Mondaire Jones addressed the issue on Monday. CBS News New York's Tony Aiello has the story.
Concerned community members worry 2024 is on track to be one of the deadliest for traffic-related crashes. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
