Former Gambino hitman turned NJ councilman arrested on loansharking charges
Former mob enforcer and NJ Councilman John Alite is facing a new set of criminal allegations. Alite, who has admitted to multiple murders and dozens of shootings during his time with the Gambino crime family, was recently arrested on charges of extortion and loan sharking. NJ.com reporter Brianna Kudish joins us to discuss the details.
Former mob enforcer and NJ Councilman John Alite is facing a new set of criminal allegations. Alite, who has admitted to multiple murders and dozens of shootings during his time with the Gambino crime family, was recently arrested on charges of extortion and loan sharking. NJ.com reporter Brianna Kudish joins us to discuss the details.
Supreme Court reinstates murder conviction in 1979 Etan Patz case
The U.S. Supreme Court reinstated the murder conviction of the man found guilty of killing 6-year-old Etan Patz on Monday.
The U.S. Supreme Court reinstated the murder conviction of the man found guilty of killing 6-year-old Etan Patz on Monday.
Good Day New York @ 9: June 22, 2026
Watch the full 9 a.m. hour of Good Day New York.
Watch the full 9 a.m. hour of Good Day New York.
Oven explodes at Upper East Side pizzeria; 2 people hurt
Two people were taken to the hospital after a pizza oven exploded on the Upper East Side on Monday morning.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a pizza oven exploded on the Upper East Side on Monday morning.
Horse carriage drivers to take refresher training
Central Park horse carriage operators are participating in mandatory refresher safety training this week before passenger tours officially resume.
Central Park horse carriage operators are participating in mandatory refresher safety training this week before passenger tours officially resume.
Bronx police-involved shooting follows attempted stop of stolen vehicle
NYPD officials said officers attempted to stop a stolen Kia in the Bronx on Sunday, which struck multiple officers and a sergeant while trying to flee.
NYPD officials said officers attempted to stop a stolen Kia in the Bronx on Sunday, which struck multiple officers and a sergeant while trying to flee.
Summer begins across New York City
FOX 5 N.Y.'s Stephanie Bertini spoke with New Yorkers about what they're most looking forward to this summer.
FOX 5 N.Y.'s Stephanie Bertini spoke with New Yorkers about what they're most looking forward to this summer.
US and Iran begin tense peace talks in Switzerland amid regional friction
U.S. Vice President JD Vance is leading high-level negotiations with senior Iranian officials in Switzerland aiming to end a four-month conflict. However, the peace process faces immediate strain due to ongoing fighting between Israel and Lebanon, threats of new strikes from President Trump and domestic criticism regarding the terms of the preliminary agreement.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance is leading high-level negotiations with senior Iranian officials in Switzerland aiming to end a four-month conflict. However, the peace process faces immediate strain due to ongoing fighting between Israel and Lebanon, threats of new strikes from President Trump and domestic criticism regarding the terms of the preliminary agreement.
Man falls to his death during Goose concert at Madison Square Garden
A concertgoer died Saturday night after falling from the 300 section at Madison Square Garden. Police have since identified the man as Paul Kueker of Niantic, Connecticut.
A concertgoer died Saturday night after falling from the 300 section at Madison Square Garden. Police have since identified the man as Paul Kueker of Niantic, Connecticut.
World Cup boom; NY primary race | Good Day Weeked
The World Cup brings boom in business for local bars as New York City Mayor casts his early vote ahead of Tuesday's primary.
The World Cup brings boom in business for local bars as New York City Mayor casts his early vote ahead of Tuesday's primary.
Man killed in West Harlem hit-and-run; Horse-drawn carriages rides halted after deadly crash
A 32-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Hamilton Heights. Also, horse-drawn carriage rides have been put on hold after an 18-year-old was killed after a horse bolted in Central Park
A 32-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Hamilton Heights. Also, horse-drawn carriage rides have been put on hold after an 18-year-old was killed after a horse bolted in Central Park
Mermaid parade takes over Coney Island
Outrageous costumes and characters you have to see to believe, thousands packed Coney Island Saturday for the Mermaid Parade.
Outrageous costumes and characters you have to see to believe, thousands packed Coney Island Saturday for the Mermaid Parade.
Knicks fans attacked after Game 5 in San Antonio
What was meant to be an unforgettable father-son trip to watch a history New York Knicks victory turned nightmare after a father and son were attacked outside their San Antonio hotel.
What was meant to be an unforgettable father-son trip to watch a history New York Knicks victory turned nightmare after a father and son were attacked outside their San Antonio hotel.
Iran says it's closed the Strait of Hormuz again
U.S. Vice President JD Vance is headed to Switzerland for peace talks with Iran. The negotiations were delayed after fighting between Israel and Hezbollah have escalated. Iran says it's closed the Strait of Hormuz again, but U.S. officials deny that claim.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance is headed to Switzerland for peace talks with Iran. The negotiations were delayed after fighting between Israel and Hezbollah have escalated. Iran says it's closed the Strait of Hormuz again, but U.S. officials deny that claim.
Adventureland riders trapped; NJ father and son attacked after Knicks win | Top Stories
Riders were left dangling toward the ground after the Wave Twister ride malfunctioned at Adventureland on Long Island. Many of the riders were children, and officials worked for hours to get everyone off safely. Also, police in San Antonio are searching for two suspects accused of attacking a father and son from New Jersey after the Knicks’ Game 5 championship win. The pair had traveled to Texas for what was supposed to be a memorable father-son trip before they say they were attacked near their hotel.
Riders were left dangling toward the ground after the Wave Twister ride malfunctioned at Adventureland on Long Island. Many of the riders were children, and officials worked for hours to get everyone off safely. Also, police in San Antonio are searching for two suspects accused of attacking a father and son from New Jersey after the Knicks’ Game 5 championship win. The pair had traveled to Texas for what was supposed to be a memorable father-son trip before they say they were attacked near their hotel.
Witnesses share info about stuck ride at Adventureland
FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso is reporting live from near the amusement park.
FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso is reporting live from near the amusement park.
Firefighters working to save trapped riders at Adventureland
FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso is reporting live from outside Adventureland, an amusement park on Long Island.
FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso is reporting live from outside Adventureland, an amusement park on Long Island.
Politics Unusual: Mayor Mamdani, NYC primary roundtable
In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks exclusively with Mayor Zohran Mamdani to discuss the city's budget, the rent freeze vote and the upcoming primary election. Then, two political strategists talk hot races in the primary, and the impact of the mayor's endorsement.
In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks exclusively with Mayor Zohran Mamdani to discuss the city's budget, the rent freeze vote and the upcoming primary election. Then, two political strategists talk hot races in the primary, and the impact of the mayor's endorsement.
Mamdani weighs in on NY races ahead of election
FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay explains.
FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay explains.
Mangione lawyers no longer using psychiatric defense
FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt breaks it down.
FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt breaks it down.