Two NJ residents being monitored after possible Hantavirus exposure
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Two New Jersey residents may have been exposed to hantavirus after contact with an infected person who had traveled on the cruise ship MV Hondius, according to the state Department of Health. Dr. Purvi Parikh, with NYU Langone Health, joined Newsroom Live with Linda Schmidt to discuss further.

Good Night New York full episode:May 7, 2026
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Christal Young and Ryan Kristafer's edgy perspective on entertainment and lifestyle news.

Pentagon drops new UFO files ... raising even more questions
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The Pentagon on Friday released some never-before-seen images and video of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) as part of a historical effort the Trump administration has vowed to declassify.

NYC fatal stabbing started as part of social media trend: sources
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A teen was arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of a man earlier this week near Times Square. Sources tell FOX 5 NY that the suspect allegedly told police the killing started as part of a social media trend. Jessica Formoso has the latest details.

New York City Rent Guidelines Board sets preliminary rent hikes up to 4%
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The New York City Rent Guidelines Board has approved a preliminary vote setting possible rent increases of 0% to 2% for one-year leases and 0% to 4% for two-year leases on rent-stabilized apartments. The decision drew criticism from both tenants seeking a freeze and landlords arguing the hikes are too low. 

FIFA installs World Cup pitch at MetLife Stadium ahead of tournament matches
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Workers have installed the official FIFA World Cup pitch at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, marking a key step ahead of the tournament. The specially grown hybrid grass surface is designed to meet uniform standards across North American venues and will host multiple matches, including the final. 

Bronx fire victims demand access to vacated building to rescue cats
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Displaced Bronx residents are urgently calling for access to a vacated Belmont building nearly three weeks after a fatal fire, saying pets may still be trapped inside. Families say they’ve struggled to get answers as they continue pushing city officials and animal rescue teams to help search the unsafe structure, while hope remains that some animals may still be alive.

LIRR strike threat looms as union, MTA negotiate pay raise dispute
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Long Island Rail Road workers could strike May 16 if contract talks fail, with pay raises for 2026 at the center of the dispute between unions and the MTA. Both sides remain in negotiations as commuters brace for possible service disruptions and contingency shuttle plans.

Iran, US await response on ceasefire deal amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
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The U.S. and Iran are awaiting a response to a potential ceasefire deal aimed at easing regional violence. Pakistan is acting as a key intermediary, while tensions continue in the Strait of Hormuz, where shipping disruptions persist and U.S. officials are urging Iran to stop attacks on commercial vessels.

Are boys being groomed into gang membership?
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Former NYPD Deputy Commissioner and Harlem Ridge Advisors co-founder Tarik Sheppard joins to discuss youth involvement in gangs, including concerns about whether boys are being recruited or “groomed” into gang membership. The conversation also examines why many teens are both victims and perpetrators, and how communities and law enforcement can break the cycle.

NYCHA gang wars: Inside the violence putting public housing residents on edge
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FOX 5 takes a closer look at gang violence tied to NYCHA developments after police said the killing of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-More stemmed from a gang dispute. Former NYPD Deputy Commissioner Tarik Shepphard discusses the fear many residents face and why arrests alone may not solve the problem.

NY budget deal in doubt after Hochul announcement challenged by Assembly speaker
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Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a late state budget deal, but Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie pushed back, saying there is no finalized agreement. Lawmakers are still working through major details, including a proposed pied-à-terre tax on high-value second homes in New York City.

LIRR strike talks resume as thousands of workers threaten walkout
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Contract talks resumed between the MTA and unions representing about 3,500 Long Island Rail Road workers as a potential strike deadline approaches. Workers could walk off the job as soon as May 16 if both sides fail to reach a deal.