Manhattan funeral home sued after mistakenly cremating man
A Manhattan funeral home is facing legal action after allegedly cremating the wrong person and trying to convince a grieving family that a stranger in the casket was their deceased father. The incident is the latest in a series of complaints against the business involving deceptive practices and mishandled remains.
A Manhattan funeral home is facing legal action after allegedly cremating the wrong person and trying to convince a grieving family that a stranger in the casket was their deceased father. The incident is the latest in a series of complaints against the business involving deceptive practices and mishandled remains.
Soft serve and Sinatra! Meet New York's singing ice cream man
Meet Dominick Ranieri, the self-proclaimed singing ice cream man who took his vocals to the streets after years in musical theater. Whether it's a cone, a cup, or a broken heart, Ranieri brings pure joy to neighborhoods one scoop (and song) at a time! FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas reports.
Meet Dominick Ranieri, the self-proclaimed singing ice cream man who took his vocals to the streets after years in musical theater. Whether it's a cone, a cup, or a broken heart, Ranieri brings pure joy to neighborhoods one scoop (and song) at a time! FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas reports.
Suspicious teen death in Staten Island apartment prompts police investigation
Authorities are investigating a suspicious death in the typically quiet Springville section of Staten Island after a 19-year-old was found dead inside a residence.
Authorities are investigating a suspicious death in the typically quiet Springville section of Staten Island after a 19-year-old was found dead inside a residence.
Wild river otter spotted in Bronx for 1st time in 100 years
For the first time in roughly 100 years, a wild North American river otter has been documented near the Bronx River. Wildlife researcher RJ Hawkins describes how years of hard work by conservationists paid off.
For the first time in roughly 100 years, a wild North American river otter has been documented near the Bronx River. Wildlife researcher RJ Hawkins describes how years of hard work by conservationists paid off.
Lindsay Clancy trial: Mistrial rumors and a mother-in-law's emotional testimony
LA Mag East Coast Correspondent Lauren Conlin breaks down the latest developments in the highly publicized and tragic Lindsay Clancy murder trial.
LA Mag East Coast Correspondent Lauren Conlin breaks down the latest developments in the highly publicized and tragic Lindsay Clancy murder trial.
Daughter of missing NY grandmother pleads for answers in Vegas disappearance
FOX 5's Robert Moses speaks with Elisa's daughter, Kristen Goods, about the search for her mother and the frustrating hurdles the family has faced with the local police investigation.
FOX 5's Robert Moses speaks with Elisa's daughter, Kristen Goods, about the search for her mother and the frustrating hurdles the family has faced with the local police investigation.
Good Day New York @ 9: August 19, 2026
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Christal Young and Ryan Kristafer's edgy perspective on entertainment and lifestyle news.
Video shows man tearing down kids' cornstalks on Upper East Side | Exclusive
Exclusive video shows a man on a Citi Bike stopping outside a school at 84th and York and ripping down the cornstalks. FOX 5 NY's Kelly Kennedy reports.
Exclusive video shows a man on a Citi Bike stopping outside a school at 84th and York and ripping down the cornstalks. FOX 5 NY's Kelly Kennedy reports.
NYC woman disappears in Las Vegas, family receives crypto texts
Alisa Goods, 63, vanished on a Las Vegas vacation. Since then, her family said they got text messages from her phone asking for cash and Bitcoin. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses reports.
Alisa Goods, 63, vanished on a Las Vegas vacation. Since then, her family said they got text messages from her phone asking for cash and Bitcoin. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses reports.
Family of Bronx teen killed in Kingsbridge Heights calls for justice
Family and friends gathered at a Bronx vigil to remember 15-year-old Riley Billingsley, who was shot and killed last week at an apartment building in Kingsbridge Heights. Loved ones called for justice and urged young people to put down the guns.
Family and friends gathered at a Bronx vigil to remember 15-year-old Riley Billingsley, who was shot and killed last week at an apartment building in Kingsbridge Heights. Loved ones called for justice and urged young people to put down the guns.
Cyclist killed in fatal Bronx hit-and-run, NYPD says
The NYPD is searching for a driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to investigators, a BMW driver struck a 51-year-old cyclist and multiple cars before fleeing the scene on foot.
The NYPD is searching for a driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run on Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to investigators, a BMW driver struck a 51-year-old cyclist and multiple cars before fleeing the scene on foot.
Lindsay Clancy murder case sparks debate on postpartum psychosis and legal defense
Trial attorney Michelle Thomas analyzed the defense and prosecution strategies in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, highlighting how testimony regarding auditory hallucinations supports a postpartum psychosis defense while digital evidence underpins allegations of premeditation.
Trial attorney Michelle Thomas analyzed the defense and prosecution strategies in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, highlighting how testimony regarding auditory hallucinations supports a postpartum psychosis defense while digital evidence underpins allegations of premeditation.
Hayden Panettiere's death sparks discussion on child actors' mental health
Psychologist Dr. Jeff Gardere discussed the intense pressures child actors face following Hayden Panettiere's death. He emphasized that young performers need independent mental health support and protection from exploitation.
Psychologist Dr. Jeff Gardere discussed the intense pressures child actors face following Hayden Panettiere's death. He emphasized that young performers need independent mental health support and protection from exploitation.
Tupac Shakur murder trial opens with witness testimony in Vegas drive-by case
Witnesses testified on key details surrounding the 1996 drive-by shooting of Tupac Shakur during early trial proceedings for Duane "Keffe D" Davis. Prosecutors allege Davis orchestrated the attack and provided the firearm used in the killing.
Witnesses testified on key details surrounding the 1996 drive-by shooting of Tupac Shakur during early trial proceedings for Duane "Keffe D" Davis. Prosecutors allege Davis orchestrated the attack and provided the firearm used in the killing.
MTA auctions off retired MetroCard vending machines as memorabilia
The MTA is auctioning off decommissioned MetroCard vending machines, giving buyers an opportunity to own a piece of New York City transit history. Bidding starts at $1,500 for full-sized units, and winning bidders are responsible for paying immediately and arranging their own pickup in Queens.
The MTA is auctioning off decommissioned MetroCard vending machines, giving buyers an opportunity to own a piece of New York City transit history. Bidding starts at $1,500 for full-sized units, and winning bidders are responsible for paying immediately and arranging their own pickup in Queens.
Vigil held in the Bronx for 15-year-old shot and killed in Kingsbridge Heights
Family and friends gathered for an emotional vigil in the Bronx to honor 15-year-old Riley Billingslea, who was tragically shot and killed in a Kingsbridge Heights apartment building. As police continue searching for the suspect, the teenager's family called for an end to gun violence and urged anyone with information to come forward.
Family and friends gathered for an emotional vigil in the Bronx to honor 15-year-old Riley Billingslea, who was tragically shot and killed in a Kingsbridge Heights apartment building. As police continue searching for the suspect, the teenager's family called for an end to gun violence and urged anyone with information to come forward.
Empty Sky Memorial in New Jersey remains incomplete 2 decades after 9/11
Victims' families and advocates are calling on state officials to provide the necessary funding to finish construction and repair maintenance issues at the site ahead of the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
Victims' families and advocates are calling on state officials to provide the necessary funding to finish construction and repair maintenance issues at the site ahead of the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
The big bag trend is back as oversized totes replace micro purses
As people return to the office, extra-large handbags are taking over fashion, offering room for everything from daily essentials to extra shoes.
As people return to the office, extra-large handbags are taking over fashion, offering room for everything from daily essentials to extra shoes.
NY bill would require companies to report AI-related job losses
New York lawmakers have passed a bill requiring businesses with 50 or more employees to file annual reports detailing job cuts tied directly to artificial intelligence. Supporters say the reliable data will help shape future workforce policy, though critics argue measuring AI's exact impact on hiring is far more complex.
New York lawmakers have passed a bill requiring businesses with 50 or more employees to file annual reports detailing job cuts tied directly to artificial intelligence. Supporters say the reliable data will help shape future workforce policy, though critics argue measuring AI's exact impact on hiring is far more complex.