Heat

FILE - Children play in water sprayed from a fire hydrant in the Bronx. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

Summer’s Second Heat Wave Baking The Tri-State Area

There could be some temporary relief however from a few thunderstorms. However, what could be even more worrisome is a looming strike by Con Edison workers.

2012/06/29

Powerful Storms Bring Rain, Hail & Lightning To Heat-Smothered Tri-State

The storms brought rain, hail and lightning with them, bringing sudden changes in the sticky weather that lingered for days over the region

2012/06/22

Can Con Ed Keep Up With Demand In The Face Of This Heat? We Will Find Out

Con Ed reported only 160 outages among their 3.1 million customers as of about 4 p.m., but one of their biggest headaches was in Tribeca, where fried cables cut power to dozens of homes and businesses.

2012/06/21

221 Jackson Street - Hoboken, NJ (file / credit: Google Maps)

Water Line Break Leaves Hoboken Seniors Without Water

A service line from the water main servicing 10-story-tall 221 Jackson Street broke, Juan Melli, spokesman for Mayor Dawn Zimmer, told WCBS 880.

2012/06/21

Dan Bergin at Ice Sculpture Designs - Deer Park, NY - Jun 21, 2012 (credit: Sophia Hall / WCBS 880)

Ice Sculptors On Long Island Keep Working During The Heat

There is a place on Long Island where you can find folks wearing coats, hats, gloves, boots, and even long johns on a hot day like this, WCBS 880′s Sophia Hall reported.

2012/06/21

Prudential Center (credit: Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

American Idol Hopefuls Flock To Newark’s Prudential Center Despite Intense Heat

Despite the heat, American Idol hopefuls lined up outside on Thursday morning to register for the show’s auditions.

2012/06/21

Beat The Heat: NYC’s 7 Best Cold Lunches

In hot, sticky weather like this, who wants to eat a big, heavy meal? Try to cool down with these cold lunches or refreshing desserts.

CBS New York–2012/06/21

Staying Safe In The Summer Heat

We all like to have fun and be active outside, but sometimes we can get caught up in our softball game or work out without putting safety first. Here are some tips from the Office of Emergency Management to help you keep cool – and safe – when the temperatures heat up.

2012/06/20

Heat Shut Down Thunder 104-98 In Game 4

The Miami Heat moved one game closer to it’s second NBA Championship Tuesday night at the AmericanAirlines Arena with a thrilling 104-98 victory in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.

2012/06/20

A woman takes a break in Bryant Park during a heat wave on June 9, 2011 in New York City. (credit:Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

5 Super Cool Air-Conditioned Hideouts In New York, New Jersey

As we make our way through this humid, hot week, we’re reminded of the unpleasantness that can come when the temperatures rise. When you can’t bear the heat any longer, you can plan to hit up one of these air conditioned haunts.

CBS New York–2012/05/29

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NBA Eastern Conference Playoff Matchups And Predictions

The NBA lockout-shortened regular season has come to a close and the playoff teams have been decided. Let’s take a look at the Eastern Conference matchups to give you insight into who we think will come out on top.

2012/04/27

Metro-North Railroad Train (file / credit: DON EMMERT/AFP/Getty Images)

Metro-North Is Sorry About Stranded Hot Train Incident

Metro-North Railroad is apologizing and promising reforms after passengers last month were stuck inside a disabled train during the heat wave.

2011/08/17

LIPA Truck (file / credit: Long Island Power Authority)

Environmentalist Takes On LIPA For Not Using Energy Saving Program

The Long Island Power Authority’s Edge program calls on 36,000 volunteers to raise air conditioner temperature levels and shut off pool pumps during peak energy use times, like during a heat wave.

2011/08/04