New Jersey man dies from rare meat allergy linked to tick bite
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Health officials say a New Jersey man died after developing a severe meat allergy caused by a Lone Star tick bite, marking the first documented case of a fatal anaphylactic reaction from consuming meat. FOX 5’s Teresa Priolo explains how the allergy, known as Alpha-gal syndrome, can develop after a tick bite and what experts say you should watch out for this season.

PATH fare hike coming by 2029 as Port Authority promises faster, better service
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The Port Authority is proposing gradual PATH fare hikes through 2029, raising the single ride from $3 to $4 — to help fund major upgrades, including faster trains and restored seven-day service for the first time in 25 years. FOX 5’s Stephanie Bertini reports from Hoboken with what riders can expect and when the changes will take effect.

New video shows deadly Upper East Side shootout between NYPD and armed man
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Newly released surveillance video captures the terrifying moments an armed man opened fire on NYPD officers on the Upper East Side. Police say 20-year-old Elijah Brown threatened to shoot up a hospital before exchanging gunfire with officers near Madison Avenue and East 96th Street. FOX 5’s Antoine Lewis has the latest on what led up to the deadly confrontation.

NJ man dies after tick bite causes meat allergy
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A New Jersey man is believed to be the first to die from a "meat allergy" caused by a tick bite. The otherwise health man died shortly after eating a hamburger.

Deadly UES shootout, Mamdani’s NYC plans, PATH fare hike, Brooklyn super update, and weekend rain | FOX 5 News Block
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ChatGPT said: In this FOX 5 News Block, new surveillance video shows the deadly Upper East Side shootout between NYPD officers and an armed suspect, while Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani discusses his plans for free child care, higher taxes, and dealing with President Trump. Plus, PATH riders face a fare hike, new details emerge in the death of a Brooklyn super, and rain is on the way for the weekend.

Gambling culture today | Street Soldiers
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You no longer need to travel to Vegas to place a bet. Gambling is now available 24/7 in the palm of your hand. This week on Street Soldiers, FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers talks to gambling journalist Danny Funt, psychiatrist Dr. Mena Mirhom and founder of ODAAT gambling awareness Rob Minnock to take a closer at gambling culture today and why the risk of addiction is higher than ever.

Mamdani on being thrust into the national spotlight
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From planting a photographer at events in the early days to getting the attention of the president, NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani shares what it’s like being catapulted into the national spotlight.

Mamdani on working with NY Gov. Hochul
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NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani opened up about working with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, insisting that the two would remain aligned after "an incredibly productive" meeting.

Oscar nominee Lily Gladstone on Good Day New York
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Oscar nominee Lily Gladstone tells Curt and Rosanna about "Bring Them Home," a documentary about a Blackfeet initiative to bring buffalo back to the wild that she narrated and executive produced.

Man killed in police-involved shooting on UES
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A police-involved shooting left one man dead in the Upper East Side. FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler has the latest.

AI scam tricks woman into thinking her sister was kidnapped
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A woman says she was terrified after receiving a call from her sister’s number — only to hear a man threatening to kill her and a woman’s voice crying in the background. Police say it was an AI-assisted scam so convincing, it used her sister’s cloned voice. Experts explain how scammers are using “FraudGPT” technology to target families — and the key question that can help you tell if a call like this is fake. FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo has the latest.

Police-involved shooting on UES
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A police officer shot and killed a man they say was armed on Manhattan’s Upper East Side Thursday night, according to authorities. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovis has the latest.

Long Island high school brings medicine to life with AI-powered patient robots
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Covering news, entertainment and politics throughout New York City and beyondAt Baldwin High School, health and medical students are getting hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has the details.

Australia’s new social media ban for teens sparks global debate
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TMZ’s Charles Latibeaudiere joins the show to break down Australia’s new rule banning anyone under 16 from posting or commenting on social media. The ban, enforced through AI age detection, is sparking debate over privacy, free expression, and how it could impact young influencers — and possibly set a global precedent.

Hochul and Mamdani talk funding cuts, childcare amid possible Trump crackdown on NYC
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The hour-long meeting, held at the Governor’s Office, centered on affordability, public safety, and the shared goal of delivering what they called "effective, responsible government" for New Yorkers. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the latest.

What we know about the Brooklyn super killed protecting his building
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A 41-year-old building super in Ditmas Park, Brooklyn, was killed after confronting a suspected package thief who had been targeting his building for months. Neighbors say he was a devoted father of three and a hardworking man who treated every tenant like family. Police have a 30-year-old suspect in custody as the investigation continues FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers has the latest.

Judge denies bid to drop assault charges against Rep. LaMonica McIver
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A federal judge refused to dismiss assault charges against New Jersey Congresswoman LaMonica McIver, accused of attacking a federal officer during a visit to a Newark ICE detention center in May. McIver’s legal team argued the prosecution was politically motivated and that her actions were protected by her role in Congress — but the judge rejected both claims. McIver has pleaded not guilty. FOX 5’s Linda Schmidt has the details.