A Queens renter washed dishes by hand to save power. Then she learned whose electricity she was paying for
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 10:00 AM · 1 min read
Imagine trying to shrink your electric bill for 10 years, only to learn you were paying for someone else’s power the whole time.