Shutdown fallout: SNAP help returns, but health care costs could soar
SNAP benefits are back for some New Yorkers, but the fight in Washington isn’t over. Hakeem Jeffries says millions could face higher health care bills as Affordable Care Act tax credits expire — and one Bronx woman shares how crucial SNAP is to her wellbeing .FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.
SNAP benefits are back for some New Yorkers, but the fight in Washington isn’t over. Hakeem Jeffries says millions could face higher health care bills as Affordable Care Act tax credits expire — and one Bronx woman shares how crucial SNAP is to her wellbeing .FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.
On the ground in White Hall, Jamaica: Rebuilding after Hurricane Melissa with Nikki Z | Newsroom Live
After spending the past three years traveling through Africa, Nikki Z has returned home to Jamaica in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa — one of the most devastating storms to hit the island in recent years. Now on the ground in White Hall, Westmoreland, near the border of St. Elizabeth, she’s working side by side with locals to help families rebuild and recover. Welcomed by reggae artist Warrior King and his family, Nikki has joined community-led efforts through the Adopt-a-Family Jamaica (Warrior King Family Shelter Initiative) — a mission to restore hope one home at a time. The initiative focuses on providing immediate shelter first, then supporting families through the full rebuilding process. Supporters are encouraged to “adopt” a family, offering ongoing aid until each household is back on stable ground. 💛 Support the ongoing relief efforts: Sean Paul Foundation x Food For The Poor Jamaica: https://www.foodforthepoorja.org/seanpaulfoundation Shaggy Make a Difference Foundation x Global Empowerment Mission (Hurricane Melissa Relief): https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/hurricane-melissa Nikki Z’s Adopt-a-Family Jamaica (Warrior King Family Shelter Initiative): https://gofund.me/4223d30fa Follow Nikki’s journey as she documents life after the storm — capturing the strength, spirit, and solidarity of Jamaicans rebuilding together after Hurricane Melissa.
After spending the past three years traveling through Africa, Nikki Z has returned home to Jamaica in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa — one of the most devastating storms to hit the island in recent years. Now on the ground in White Hall, Westmoreland, near the border of St. Elizabeth, she’s working side by side with locals to help families rebuild and recover. Welcomed by reggae artist Warrior King and his family, Nikki has joined community-led efforts through the Adopt-a-Family Jamaica (Warrior King Family Shelter Initiative) — a mission to restore hope one home at a time. The initiative focuses on providing immediate shelter first, then supporting families through the full rebuilding process. Supporters are encouraged to “adopt” a family, offering ongoing aid until each household is back on stable ground. 💛 Support the ongoing relief efforts: Sean Paul Foundation x Food For The Poor Jamaica: https://www.foodforthepoorja.org/seanpaulfoundation Shaggy Make a Difference Foundation x Global Empowerment Mission (Hurricane Melissa Relief): https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/hurricane-melissa Nikki Z’s Adopt-a-Family Jamaica (Warrior King Family Shelter Initiative): https://gofund.me/4223d30fa Follow Nikki’s journey as she documents life after the storm — capturing the strength, spirit, and solidarity of Jamaicans rebuilding together after Hurricane Melissa.
Bronx building without gas or heat for weeks after partial collapse
Many residents are still living without gas or heat over one month after a building in the Bronx partially collapsed. FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis has the latest.
Many residents are still living without gas or heat over one month after a building in the Bronx partially collapsed. FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis has the latest.
What happens when, if the shutdown ends?
If the government shutdown ends tomorrow, will everything really go back to normal? Not quite. Flight delays could linger for days as airports scramble to get back on schedule, and families relying on SNAP benefits may wait even longer for help to resume. FOX 5 NY’s Linda Schmidt explains.
If the government shutdown ends tomorrow, will everything really go back to normal? Not quite. Flight delays could linger for days as airports scramble to get back on schedule, and families relying on SNAP benefits may wait even longer for help to resume. FOX 5 NY’s Linda Schmidt explains.
Nonprofit pairs vets and first responders with horses
The Warrior Ranch Foundation is a nonprofit that pairs veterans and first responders with rescued horses. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has more.
The Warrior Ranch Foundation is a nonprofit that pairs veterans and first responders with rescued horses. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has more.
Target trying out new customer service policy
FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo reports from Clifton, New Jersey to recount Target's new customer service policy, encouraging workers to smile at and make eye contact with customers.
FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo reports from Clifton, New Jersey to recount Target's new customer service policy, encouraging workers to smile at and make eye contact with customers.
NY Common Pantry stepping up for SNAP recipients
FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers speaks to Carmen Quinones, Tenant Association President of Frederick Douglass Houses, about neighborhoods banding together to provide for SNAP recipients who are struggling to put food on the table.
FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers speaks to Carmen Quinones, Tenant Association President of Frederick Douglass Houses, about neighborhoods banding together to provide for SNAP recipients who are struggling to put food on the table.
Thousands came to the 2025 NYC Veterans Day Parade
FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler gives a closer look to New York City's Veterans Day Parade, as well as some who celebrated.
FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler gives a closer look to New York City's Veterans Day Parade, as well as some who celebrated.
Bill to end gov. shutdown heading to final vote; regional airports bear the strain
FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt and Richard Giacovas have the latest on the government shutdown, and how more local airports are bearing the strain of the delays and cancelations at larger ones.
FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt and Richard Giacovas have the latest on the government shutdown, and how more local airports are bearing the strain of the delays and cancelations at larger ones.
Blustery and bitter cold night ahead for NYC
FOX 5 NY's Nick Gregory has the forecast for New York City for tonight.
FOX 5 NY's Nick Gregory has the forecast for New York City for tonight.
11 NYPD vehicles vandalized in Queens
Police report that 11 parked NYPD vehicles, both marked and unmarked, were damaged by an unknown object at 11:10 p.m. on Nov. 10.
Police report that 11 parked NYPD vehicles, both marked and unmarked, were damaged by an unknown object at 11:10 p.m. on Nov. 10.
NYC Veterans Day Parade; end of gov. shutdown in sight | News Block
In this FOX 5 News Block, New York City's Veterans Day Parade took place earlier today. Also, the government shutdown could be ending soon.
In this FOX 5 News Block, New York City's Veterans Day Parade took place earlier today. Also, the government shutdown could be ending soon.
Grammy winning artist Raheem Devaughn performs hit song 'You'
Raheem Devaughn gives a sneak peek of his "20 Lessons of Love" tour before it comes to City Winery on Nov. 21st.
Raheem Devaughn gives a sneak peek of his "20 Lessons of Love" tour before it comes to City Winery on Nov. 21st.
Live coverage of NYC Veterans Day Parade 2025 | Newsroom Live
In this Newsroom Live, FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler gives an inside look at New York City's Veterans Day Parade.
In this Newsroom Live, FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler gives an inside look at New York City's Veterans Day Parade.
Darius Rucker forms new band 'Howl Owl Howl'
Three time Grammy winner Darius Rucker joins the studio to talk new rock band's performance tonight at Webster Hall.
Three time Grammy winner Darius Rucker joins the studio to talk new rock band's performance tonight at Webster Hall.
NJ Governor-elect Mikie Sherill joins Good Day
Mikie Sherill discusses her transition into becoming New Jersey's first female democratic governor.
Mikie Sherill discusses her transition into becoming New Jersey's first female democratic governor.
Film 'Between Wars' sheds light on veterans' mental health
"Between Wars" director Tom Phillips is joined by veterans to discuss veteran recovery and upcoming expert panel at The Whitby Hotel.
"Between Wars" director Tom Phillips is joined by veterans to discuss veteran recovery and upcoming expert panel at The Whitby Hotel.
Lorna Luft talks new version of 'Somewhere Over The Rainbow'
Lorna Luft, daughter of icon Judy Garland, discusses never-before heard version of The Wizard of Oz at the Sphere.
Lorna Luft, daughter of icon Judy Garland, discusses never-before heard version of The Wizard of Oz at the Sphere.
NYC Veterans Day Parade 2025
FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler is reporting live from New York City's Veterans Day Parade.
FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler is reporting live from New York City's Veterans Day Parade.
Women who serve honored at Veterans Grove in Central Park
Observances for Veterans Day in New York City are underway, including an event for the women who have served.
Observances for Veterans Day in New York City are underway, including an event for the women who have served.