Pope Leo XIV makes history as first American Pope
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History is made in Vatican City as white smoke rises above the Sistine Chapel, signaling the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV ? the first American pontiff in the history of the Roman Catholic Church. Raised in Chicago and a former missionary in Peru, the 69-year-old begins his papacy with a message of peace, delivered in Italian and Spanish. FOX 5's Sharon Crowley has the story.

Seminarians in Yonkers cheer new American Pope
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Seminarians at St. Joseph?s Seminary in Yonkers erupted in cheers as Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, was announced. FOX 5?s Richard Giacovas was there for the emotional moment, as future priests broke into chants of ?USA!? and knelt in prayer for the new Holy Father.

Long Island Catholic schools celebrate new Pope
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Students at St. Anthony?s High School in South Huntington, New York, erupted in cheers as the new pope was announced live. FOX 5?s Jodi Goldberg was on campus as students, many of whom have only known Pope Francis, celebrated the historic moment together.

NYC Catholics celebrate news of new Pope
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The bells of St. Patrick?s Cathedral in Manhattan rang for more than an hour as news spread that a new pope had been chosen by the conclave in Rome. The announcement came during midday mass, creating a powerful and unforgettable moment for worshippers. FOX 5?s Lisa Evers spoke with Catholics at the cathedral about their reaction and hopes for the Church's future.

'King of Home Fragrance' Harry Slatkin on Mother's Day scents: Good Day Today
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Founder and CEO of Slatkin + Co., Harry Slatkin joins Good Day's Curt Menefee and Rosanna Scotto to discuss Mother's Day scents. Plus Chef Mawa McQueen showcases dishes that feature her grain-free granola, "Mawa's".

Gary Dourdan on role in new romance-action film
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Award-winning actor Gary Dourdan discusses his role in the upcoming romance-action film, "The Lost Princess". The movie premieres on streaming May 13.

Boy Scout is planting American flags on forgotten veteran's graves
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A Boy Scout in Rye, NY, is working to identify every veteran buried at a local cemetery and plant an American flag by their headstone. Good Day New York reports.

'Grand Theft Auto VI' trailer breaks viewing record
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The new 'Grand Theft Auto' trailer has broken the all-time 24 hr viewing record. Good Day New York discusses the upcoming release.

Mother's Day gift guide
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Stylist Brittney Levine joins Good Day New York to showcase some gift ideas for Mother's Day.

Good Night New York 5-7-25
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Ryan and Christal sit down with Joey Fatone of the Backstreet Boys to talk his Broadway singalong show. Plus, influencers Ling and Lamb with their new book.

Newark airport latest: What is happening there?
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After more than a week of flight disruptions at Newark airport, federal officials are stepping in. FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler has the story.

Pro-Palestinian protesters storm Columbia's library
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The NYPD says at least 80 people were arrested after pro-Palestinian protesters stormed Columbia University's Butler Library, disrupting students preparing for exams. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the latest details.

How moms today are redefining motherhood
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From the rise of ?super mom? expectations to the influence of social media, modern motherhood is more complex than ever. In this week?s Street Soldiers episode, FOX 5?s Lisa Evers explores the evolving reality of being a mom in 2025.

NJ breaks ground on Veterans Village
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A groundbreaking ceremony in Bayville, New Jersey, marks the start of a major effort to combat veteran homelessness. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is building the Bayville Veterans Village?an apartment complex that will house more than 120 veterans. The facility will include support services such as job training, mental health counseling, and legal aid. Twenty-four comfort homes will also be available for elderly veterans. FOX 5?s Antwan Lewis reports on the new development and its impact on those who served.

Westchester Boy Scout maps 2,000 veterans? graves
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A Westchester Boy Scout is going above and beyond this Memorial Day. For nearly a year, 16-year-old Mark Pellegrini has worked to identify every veteran buried at Greenwood Union Cemetery in Rye, New York ? more than 2,000 names ? in an effort to place a flag on each grave. With help from a grant and donations of thousands of miniature flags, Mark is now asking for volunteers to join him on May 17 to help honor these fallen heroes. FOX 5?s Richard Giacovas has the exclusive story.

Community demands action after dog attacks on UWS
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Tensions boiled over at a town hall meeting on the Upper West Side after new video surfaced of a brutal dog attack involving two pit bulls and a 10-year-old Chihuahua named Penny. Residents say it's not the first time the same dogs have attacked, pointing to a similar incident in January that left another small dog dead. With the pit bulls still roaming the neighborhood, community members and Councilwoman Gale Brewer are now pushing for a change to state law that would criminalize dog-on-dog attacks. FOX 5?s Richard Giacovas reports from the Goddard Community Center.

Dozens arrested after Columbia library protest
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At least 75 people were arrested after a group of pro-Palestinian protesters stormed Butler Library at Columbia University, disrupting students studying for exams. According to university officials, some of those involved were not students, and two Columbia public safety officers were injured. FOX 5's Linda Schmidt has the story.

'Long Island Wise Guy' reveals secret identity
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He?s one of Long Island?s biggest social media sensations?known as the Long Island Wise Guy?but his identity has remained a secret? until now. In an exclusive interview with FOX 5?s Jodi Goldberg, the anonymous content creator opens up for the first time about how the viral page started, how he keeps it hidden from even his own family, and what it?s like to manage hundreds of quirky and satirical submissions each day.

Andrew Cuomo launches ?Fight and Deliver? party
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Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has launched a new third-party ballot line called ?Fight and Deliver? in his run for New York City mayor. While Cuomo leads in the polls ahead of the Democratic primary, the new line gives him a second spot on the general election ballot. FOX 5?s Morgan McKay breaks down what this means for the race and how rivals?including Mayor Eric Adams and Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani?are responding.