16 people die from cold in New York City
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced on Monday that 16 New Yorkers have died from the cold since a deep freeze hit the city on January 19.

Off-duty cop killed in DWI crash on Long Island
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A Nassau County police officer was killed in a crash in Suffolk County early Saturday, and the driver of a pickup truck was charged with driving while intoxicated, police said.

Groundhog Day: Punxsutawney Phil's prediction
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Punxsutawney Phil emerged from his tree stump on Monday and saw his shadow, signaling six more weeks of winter.

Groundhog Day: Staten Island Chuck's prediction
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Staten Island Chuck, the Staten Island Zoo’s famous groundhog, says we are in for six more weeks of winter after seeing his shadow Monday morning.

NYPD Commissioner Tisch on latest crime stats
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New York City just experienced its safest January ever recorded, according to crime statics released by the NYPD. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch sits down with Good Day New York to talk about the latest numbers.

Weather blamed for Brooklyn power outages
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Crews in Brooklyn are working nonstop to restore power after thousands of customers lost electricity due to weather-related equipment damage earlier this week, according to Con Edison.

Good Day Weekend: Off-duty officer killed; firefighter crisis
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An off-duty officer was killed in a DWI crash in Nassau County over the weekend as NYS firefighters face a shortage crisis.

Dangerous wind chills grip tri-state as cold stretch drags on
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Dangerous wind chills are expected across the tri-state area as a prolonged cold stretch continues, forecasters said. Meteorologists warned that wind gusts could reach about 35 mph, pushing wind chills below zero in some areas by Sunday morning. Temperatures are expected to remain below freezing through the week, with another chance of snow possible by the middle of next week. In New York City, officials said a Code Blue remained in effect and urged residents to seek shelter and check on vulnerable neighbors. City leaders also said more people have been found dead during the cold stretch, with some deaths linked to hypothermia. The deep freeze is also impacting business, with some essential services seeing increased demand while other shops report slower foot traffic as fewer people head out in the cold.

Volunteer firefighter numbers in New York fall to lowest level in decades
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Volunteer firefighter numbers across New York state have dropped to their lowest level in decades, raising concerns about staffing shortages and slower emergency response times. Fire officials and chiefs from Long Island and across the state say financial pressures, changing lifestyles and a loss of community connection are making it harder to recruit and retain volunteers. Some firehouses have gone unmanned, and response times are increasing, according to officials. At a news conference, fire leaders urged state lawmakers to consider new incentives, including nominal compensation, tax credits and child care support, to help reverse the trend and keep departments operational.

Attorney gives insight on Mangione, Epstein
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FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley speaks to assistant district attorney Jeremy Saland about the latest on Luigi Mangione's case.

Politics Unusual: DOT Commissioner Flynn, CBC President Rein
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In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with New York City's Department of Transportation Commissioner Mike Flynn about how the city handled the recent winter storm. Also, a conversation with Andrew Rein, president of the Citizens Budget Commission, about the city's budget issues.

Street Soldiers: Podcast power players
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Podcasts have exploded in popularity over the past few years, with a show for almost every topic imaginable. In this week's episode of Street Soldiers, FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers dives into the world of podcasting with Elisabeth Garber-Paul, senior culture editor of Rolling Stone, G Unit's Tony Yayo, host of The Real Report podcast and Dr. Taz, founder of the Hol+ medical practice and podcast.

Catherine O'Hara dies at 71, TMZ reports
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Catherine O’Hara, beloved actor and comedian known for her starring roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt’s Creek" and more, has died, according to reports.

Trump weighs options on Iran as US warns over protests, nuclear program
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The U.S. is issuing new warnings to Iran over its treatment of protesters and ongoing concerns about its nuclear program. President Donald Trump is reportedly considering expanded military options aimed at further damaging Iran’s nuclear and missile sites, according to reporting cited in the segment. The report notes additional U.S. military assets moving into the region, including another American warship positioned within striking distance. Officials say Trump has not authorized military action and remains open to a diplomatic solution, but Iran has pushed back, warning of a military response to any new airstrikes.