Former NYPD detective breaks down Central Park rape investigation, search for suspect
Police have launched a citywide manhunt after a woman was raped in Central Park. Former NYPD Detective David Sarni breaks down what investigators are likely now doing to identify a suspect and make an arrest.
Police have launched a citywide manhunt after a woman was raped in Central Park. Former NYPD Detective David Sarni breaks down what investigators are likely now doing to identify a suspect and make an arrest.
NY governor race & key 2026 midterms: Hochul vs. Blakeman election latest
With midterm elections just around the corner, key New York races are heating up. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses breaks down the latest early voting numbers for New York City, where 165,000 ballots were cast in the first two days alone.
With midterm elections just around the corner, key New York races are heating up. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses breaks down the latest early voting numbers for New York City, where 165,000 ballots were cast in the first two days alone.
Good Day New York @ 9: October 26, 2026
Watch the full 9 a.m. hour of Good Day New York.
Watch the full 9 a.m. hour of Good Day New York.
Manhunt after knifepoint sex assault in Central Park: What we know
The NYPD is actively searching for an armed suspect after a 39-year-old woman was sexually assaulted at knifepoint in Central Park on Saturday night. Police said the victim was forced into a wooded area of the park, where she was raped. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the latest on Newsroom Live with Dan Bowens.
The NYPD is actively searching for an armed suspect after a 39-year-old woman was sexually assaulted at knifepoint in Central Park on Saturday night. Police said the victim was forced into a wooded area of the park, where she was raped. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the latest on Newsroom Live with Dan Bowens.
GOP Rep. Mike Lawler on reelection battle vs. Democrat Cait Conley
Incumbent Congressman Mike Lawler is in a heated race with Democrat Cait Conley as he's vying for a third term in office. The battle for NY-17 could help decide which party controls the House of Representatives in January.
Incumbent Congressman Mike Lawler is in a heated race with Democrat Cait Conley as he's vying for a third term in office. The battle for NY-17 could help decide which party controls the House of Representatives in January.
New Jersey bill threatens to ban chewing gum
A newly introduced New Jersey bill targets the hidden health risks of intentionally added microplastics, threatening to outlaw chewing gum, cosmetics, and cleaning supplies within three years.
A newly introduced New Jersey bill targets the hidden health risks of intentionally added microplastics, threatening to outlaw chewing gum, cosmetics, and cleaning supplies within three years.
Suspect in skull mask wanted for East Village stabbing, NYPD says
The NYPD released images of a suspect wearing a Halloween costume accused of stabbing a man in the stomach during an argument in the East Village.
The NYPD released images of a suspect wearing a Halloween costume accused of stabbing a man in the stomach during an argument in the East Village.
NYC early voting 2026: First weekend turnout numbers are in
Early voting is officially underway in NYC. Turnout after the first weekend is up slightly compared to last year, but numbers are still trailing well behind 2024’s presidential pace, according to the NYC Board of Elections. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses reports.
Early voting is officially underway in NYC. Turnout after the first weekend is up slightly compared to last year, but numbers are still trailing well behind 2024’s presidential pace, according to the NYC Board of Elections. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses reports.
Central Park rape suspect wanted after woman attacked, hospitalized
Police said a 39-year-old woman was sexually assaulted by a man who threatened her with a knife in Central Park near 66th Street and Fifth Avenue. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the latest on the search.
Police said a 39-year-old woman was sexually assaulted by a man who threatened her with a knife in Central Park near 66th Street and Fifth Avenue. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the latest on the search.
Hochul, Blakeman hit trail; police hunt Central Park suspect
With just 10 days until Election Day, Kathy Hochul and Bruce Blakeman are making their final campaign pushes across New York to rally key voter bases. Meanwhile, the NYPD has launched an urgent search for a suspect after a woman was sexually assaulted inside Central Park.
With just 10 days until Election Day, Kathy Hochul and Bruce Blakeman are making their final campaign pushes across New York to rally key voter bases. Meanwhile, the NYPD has launched an urgent search for a suspect after a woman was sexually assaulted inside Central Park.
Central Park sex assault; police-involved shooting arrest | Good Day Weekend
Police are looking for a suspect after a woman was allegedly sexually assaulted in Central Park; an arrest has been made after a police-involved shooting in Queens.
Police are looking for a suspect after a woman was allegedly sexually assaulted in Central Park; an arrest has been made after a police-involved shooting in Queens.
Annual great PUPkin dog costume contest
More than 100 dogs showed up to the annual great PUPkin dog costume contest, and they were dressed to impress. FOX 5 NY's Meredith Gorman has the details.
More than 100 dogs showed up to the annual great PUPkin dog costume contest, and they were dressed to impress. FOX 5 NY's Meredith Gorman has the details.
Early voting begins today in New York and New Jersey: What to know
Early voting is now underway throughout the tristate area. New York and New Jersey joining Connecticut where voters are already casting their ballets. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas has the details.
Early voting is now underway throughout the tristate area. New York and New Jersey joining Connecticut where voters are already casting their ballets. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas has the details.
NYPD officer shoots armed woman inside Queens home during response to stabbing, home invasion
An NYPD officer shot an armed woman inside a Queens home late Friday night after officers responding to a reported home invasion and stabbing encountered a chaotic scene with multiple injured people, according to authorities. FOX 5 NY's Nikki Hauser has the latest details.
An NYPD officer shot an armed woman inside a Queens home late Friday night after officers responding to a reported home invasion and stabbing encountered a chaotic scene with multiple injured people, according to authorities. FOX 5 NY's Nikki Hauser has the latest details.
Police shoot knife-wielding woman after NYC stabbing; judge denies release of man shot by ICE
Police shot an armed woman after responding to a violent home invasion and stabbing on 149th Street, while a federal judge rejected a release request for Oscar Belgard following an ICE-involved shooting in Marble Hill. Plus, early voting gets underway across New York and New Jersey, and shoppers line up in Midtown for Apple's first foldable phone.
Police shot an armed woman after responding to a violent home invasion and stabbing on 149th Street, while a federal judge rejected a release request for Oscar Belgard following an ICE-involved shooting in Marble Hill. Plus, early voting gets underway across New York and New Jersey, and shoppers line up in Midtown for Apple's first foldable phone.
Politics Unusual: Gov. Hochul, Brooklyn GOP Party Chairman McCabe
In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Governor Kathy Hochul to discuss affordability and crime, as well as her reelection bid and her opponent, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman. Also, a conversation with Chairman of the Brooklyn GOP Party Liam McCabe.
In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Governor Kathy Hochul to discuss affordability and crime, as well as her reelection bid and her opponent, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman. Also, a conversation with Chairman of the Brooklyn GOP Party Liam McCabe.
GWB latest: Hearing from the attorney for victim's family
The retired NYPD detective, Victor Romero, is being held at Rikers Island and so far, has not posted his $1,000,000 bail. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt spoke with Keith White, one of the attorneys representing the victim's family and has the latest details on this case.
The retired NYPD detective, Victor Romero, is being held at Rikers Island and so far, has not posted his $1,000,000 bail. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt spoke with Keith White, one of the attorneys representing the victim's family and has the latest details on this case.
6-year-old girl hit by falling bricks outside building in Queens
A 6-year-old girl was rushed to the hospital after she was hit by bricks that came tumbling off a building in Maspeth, Queens, the NYPD said. FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini has the details.
A 6-year-old girl was rushed to the hospital after she was hit by bricks that came tumbling off a building in Maspeth, Queens, the NYPD said. FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini has the details.
Etsy AI policy update: Sellers must include real photos
Etsy is implementing new policies to protect human creativity and regulate how sellers use artificial intelligence on the platform.
Etsy is implementing new policies to protect human creativity and regulate how sellers use artificial intelligence on the platform.
FULL: Gov. Hochul talks campaigning, democratic socialism
In this exclusive interview, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Gov. Kathy Hochul to discuss her latest campaign efforts, including criticism from Republican candidate Bruce Blakeman regarding her connection with Mayor Zohran Mamdani, as well as her views on democratic socialism.
In this exclusive interview, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Gov. Kathy Hochul to discuss her latest campaign efforts, including criticism from Republican candidate Bruce Blakeman regarding her connection with Mayor Zohran Mamdani, as well as her views on democratic socialism.