Adrienne Adams enters NYC mayoral race
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New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams has officially entered the race for mayor. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the latest.

Man shot during exchange of gunfire with police
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A man was shot Thursday morning following an exchange of gunfire with police officers on Staten Island, officials said.

2025 female trailblazers - STREET SOLDIERS
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As Women?s History Month begins, Street Soldiers highlights three extraordinary women who are breaking barriers and shaping the future in their respective fields.

Putting down your phone could improve mental health: Study
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A new study published in PNAS Nexus suggests that taking a break from mobile internet can significantly boost mental health, well-being, and focus. Researchers found that participants who disconnected from the web?but could still use calls and texts?reported improved attention spans and mental health benefits comparable to antidepressants. Fox 5?s Duarte Geraldino explores the findings.

Protesters storm Barnard College library
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Tense moments unfolded at Barnard College as pro-Palestinian protesters stormed the Milstein Center, prompting a bomb scare and police intervention. The NYPD responded around 5 p.m., ordering protesters to evacuate for their safety. Several refused and were taken into custody, with charges pending. FOX 5?s Linda Schmidt reports from Barnard College.

Heavy rain, flooding strands drivers in Newark
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Severe storms brought heavy rain and strong winds to the Tri-State area, leaving roads flooded and drivers stranded in Newark. FOX 5's Kendall Green reports on the latest storm damage and recovery efforts.

Adrienne Adams joins NYC mayoral race
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New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams has officially entered the Democratic primary for mayor and will reportedly launch her campaign on Sunday.

Mister Softee opens brick-and-mortar shop on LI
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The iconic Mister Softee jingle is no longer just for the streets?Long Island now has its first-ever Mister Softee brick-and-mortar ice cream shop! The new East Islip location brings classic favorites along with exclusive new flavors like strawberry and pistachio soft serve, scooped ice cream, and freshly made bubble waffle cones. FOX 5's Jodi Goldberg has the story.

Westchester coffee shop fights for disability funds
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A coffee shop in Sleepy Hollow that employs adults with disabilities is speaking out against proposed federal budget cuts that could impact crucial programs like Social Security and Medicaid. FOX 5's Richard Giacovas has the story.

Mister Softee opens brick-and-mortar shop on LI
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The iconic Mister Softee jingle is no longer just for the streets?Long Island now has its first-ever Mister Softee brick-and-mortar ice cream shop! The new East Islip location brings classic favorites along with exclusive new flavors like strawberry and pistachio soft serve, scooped ice cream, and freshly made bubble waffle cones. FOX 5's Jodi Goldberg has the story.

Protest, bomb threat at Barnard College
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The NYPD was called in to investigate a bomb threat at Barnard College on Wednesday afternoon following a pro-Palestinian protest at the Milstein Center.

Brooklyn boy, 4, dies in shelter
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A four-year-old boy has died under suspicious circumstances at a shelter on Glenwood Road in East Flatbush, Brooklyn. Police are investigating whether fentanyl exposure played a role in his death, though test results have not yet been confirmed. FOX 5's Arthur Chi'en reports from Brooklyn.

Cher surprises 'God's Love We Deliver' volunteers in NYC
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A New York City food organization welcomed a special visitor on Wednesday. Cher, stopped by "God's Love We Deliver" to thank staff and volunteers for their hard work. FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo reports how Cher's work doesn't stop there and that she is set to perform at a benefit concert.

Trump grants automakers one-month tariff exemption
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President Donald Trump is granting U.S. automakers a one-month exemption from his newly imposed tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada. The 25% tariffs, which took effect Tuesday, sparked immediate backlash from the auto industry, with many warning of rising costs for American car buyers. Fox 5?s Antwan Lewis has the latest on how these tariffs could impact the auto industry and American consumers.

Prayers for Pope Francis on Ash Wednesday
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The Catholic community marked Ash Wednesday as Pope Francis remains hospitalized with double pneumonia. FOX 5 NY?s Sharon Crowley reports from Saint Patrick?s Cathedral where the pope?s health is on the minds of many parishioners.

High winds take down tree in Bronx
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A massive tree toppled in the Morris Park section of the Bronx on Wednesday, crushing a red Jeep and taking down several power lines, leaving around 350 Con Edison customers without electricity. FOX 5's Kendall Green has the story.

Adams testifies on sanctuary cities and public safety
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Mayor Adams testified before Congress in Washington D.C. on Wednesday. Republican lawmakers grilled him and three other democratic mayors about their sanctuary city policies and the impact they have made on public safety. FOX 5 NY?s Morgan McKay reports.

NY News Update - Mayor Adams visits Capitol Hill, fatal fire in Greenwich Village
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In this NY we look at New York City Mayor Eric Adams testifying before Congress on New York City's sanctuary city status, and a fire that killed an 81-year-old woman in Greenwich Village.

Woman, 81, dies in Manhattan house fire: FDNY
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A woman is dead after a fire broke out on the fifth floor of a home in the West Village on Wednesday, the FDNY said. FOX 5 NY?s Michelle Ross reports the latest.

Adams testifies before Congress: 'There's no quid pro quo'
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams testified before Congress Wednesday saying that "there is no deal and no quid pro quo" on the city's response to President Donald Trump's immigration plan.