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Verizon suffers outage in 'some parts of the US' with thousands of reports

Verizon customers across the US are experiencing widespread wireless service disruptions.

By · Published August 8, 2026 at 22:27 UTC · Updated August 9, 2026 at 00:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: FOX8 WGHP · CBS News · CNBC · live5news.com · WRAL · The News Journal · NBC 5 Chicago · 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS.

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Where it stands

Thousands of Verizon users are reporting disruptions in wireless services across the US. The outage is affecting multiple regions, including Chicago. Verizon customers are experiencing issues with cellphone service.

The company has not yet issued a statement on the cause or extent of the outage. The outage has prompted inquiries from local news outlets, including NBC 5 Chicago, 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS, and The News Journal. Fox Business and Asbury Park Press have also covered the disruptions.

The next steps involve Verizon addressing the outage and restoring service. Customers are advised to monitor updates from Verizon and local news sources for further information.

Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 2h ago.

Answered

What areas are affected by the Verizon outage?

The outage is affecting 'some parts of the US', including Chicago.

Has Verizon issued a statement about the outage?

Verizon has not yet issued a statement on the cause or extent of the outage.

What services are impacted by the outage?

The outage is affecting wireless services, including cellphone service.

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