New Yorkers participate in annual Persian Day Parade
FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini spoke to attendees on Sunday, April 19.
FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini spoke to attendees on Sunday, April 19.
US seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship near Strait of Hormuz
FOX 5 NY's Meredith Gorman has the latest on the Iran war.
FOX 5 NY's Meredith Gorman has the latest on the Iran war.
Shreveport, Louisiana shooting: 8 children killed in ‘domestic disturbance’
A mass domestic shooting in Louisiana left eight children dead, police in Shreveport said Sunday morning. FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green has the latest.
A mass domestic shooting in Louisiana left eight children dead, police in Shreveport said Sunday morning. FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green has the latest.
Bus crash in Warren County injures Bronx students
A bus carrying passengers from multiple Bronx schools crashed Sunday morning in Diamond Point, New York, according to the Warren County Sheriff’s Office.
A bus carrying passengers from multiple Bronx schools crashed Sunday morning in Diamond Point, New York, according to the Warren County Sheriff’s Office.
World Cup security drills at MetLife; NYPD car damaged in Queens takeover | TOP STORIES
Major preparations are underway for the 2026 FIFA World Cup — while a chaotic scene unfolds in Queens. First responders from across New York and New Jersey held large-scale emergency drills at MetLife Stadium, simulating potential incidents ahead of the tournament. Officials say the exercise involved multiple agencies and focused on coordinating response efforts for massive crowds expected at the games, including the final. Meanwhile, in Queens, a street takeover turned dangerous when several people jumped on an NYPD vehicle, cracking the windshield before fleeing. Police say the chaos unfolded during an illegal car meetup involving reckless driving and crowds in the street. Authorities are continuing to prepare for both major global events and ongoing public safety challenges closer to home.
Major preparations are underway for the 2026 FIFA World Cup — while a chaotic scene unfolds in Queens. First responders from across New York and New Jersey held large-scale emergency drills at MetLife Stadium, simulating potential incidents ahead of the tournament. Officials say the exercise involved multiple agencies and focused on coordinating response efforts for massive crowds expected at the games, including the final. Meanwhile, in Queens, a street takeover turned dangerous when several people jumped on an NYPD vehicle, cracking the windshield before fleeing. Police say the chaos unfolded during an illegal car meetup involving reckless driving and crowds in the street. Authorities are continuing to prepare for both major global events and ongoing public safety challenges closer to home.
World Cup safety training at MetLife Stadium
New Jersey and New York first responders are preparing for the FIFA World Cup, and held simulation drills at MetLife Stadium this weekend to prepare.
New Jersey and New York first responders are preparing for the FIFA World Cup, and held simulation drills at MetLife Stadium this weekend to prepare.
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again
Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, one day after the nation declared it open. Iran even fired on several commercial ships.
Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, one day after the nation declared it open. Iran even fired on several commercial ships.
Wild street takeover in Queens: Suspects jump on squad car
A drag racing gathering in Queens turned chaotic when three people jumped on a police vehicle, damaging the windshield before running away.
A drag racing gathering in Queens turned chaotic when three people jumped on a police vehicle, damaging the windshield before running away.
Mamdani, Obama read to children in the Bronx
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani met former President Barack Obama on Saturday to read to preschoolers in the Bronx.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani met former President Barack Obama on Saturday to read to preschoolers in the Bronx.
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again; Mamdani, Obama meet in Bronx
In Saturday's top headlines, Iran has reversed course and closed the Strait of Hormuz again. Meanwhile in the Bronx, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and former President Barack Obama met at an early childhood education center to read for kids.
In Saturday's top headlines, Iran has reversed course and closed the Strait of Hormuz again. Meanwhile in the Bronx, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and former President Barack Obama met at an early childhood education center to read for kids.
TOP STORIES | World Cup NJ travel shock, Iran tightens grip on key oil route
A major cost warning for World Cup fans heading to New Jersey — and rising global tensions that could impact oil prices. New Jersey Transit is facing backlash after reports that round-trip train tickets to MetLife Stadium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup could reach around $150, a massive jump from typical fares. Officials say the increase is tied to the high cost of moving tens of thousands of fans, while critics argue the burden shouldn’t fall on riders. Meanwhile, Iran says it is once again tightening control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route, citing ongoing U.S. naval activity. The move raises concerns about energy markets and the stability of oil supply as tensions continue in the region. Stay with us for the latest developments on both stories and what they could mean locally and worldwide.
A major cost warning for World Cup fans heading to New Jersey — and rising global tensions that could impact oil prices. New Jersey Transit is facing backlash after reports that round-trip train tickets to MetLife Stadium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup could reach around $150, a massive jump from typical fares. Officials say the increase is tied to the high cost of moving tens of thousands of fans, while critics argue the burden shouldn’t fall on riders. Meanwhile, Iran says it is once again tightening control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route, citing ongoing U.S. naval activity. The move raises concerns about energy markets and the stability of oil supply as tensions continue in the region. Stay with us for the latest developments on both stories and what they could mean locally and worldwide.
Bronx grandfather hit and killed by stray bullet
Edgar Spence, 78, was sitting on a bench near his home when he was struck in the torso by a stray bullet. Police are searching for the shooter
Edgar Spence, 78, was sitting on a bench near his home when he was struck in the torso by a stray bullet. Police are searching for the shooter
Nancy Guthrie search: DNA sample analysis, solving cold cases
Nancy Guthrie has been missing for more than two and a half months. But now, investigators are looking into a new piece of DNA evidence. Retired NYPD Detective Michael Alcazar joins FOX 5 NY to talk about that, what it takes to solve cold cases, and more.
Nancy Guthrie has been missing for more than two and a half months. But now, investigators are looking into a new piece of DNA evidence. Retired NYPD Detective Michael Alcazar joins FOX 5 NY to talk about that, what it takes to solve cold cases, and more.
New safety regulations, staffing shortages impact NYC Department of Buildings
There are more than 1 million buildings in New York City, 40,000 of which are under construction. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay talks with NYC Department of Buildings Commissioner Ahmed Tigani about new safety regulations on the horizon that will impact these buildings.
There are more than 1 million buildings in New York City, 40,000 of which are under construction. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay talks with NYC Department of Buildings Commissioner Ahmed Tigani about new safety regulations on the horizon that will impact these buildings.
Politics Unusual: NYC Building safety regulations, Councilmember Harvey Epstein
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay talks to New York City Department of Buildings Commissioner Ahmed Tigani on new safety regulations. Also, a conversation with New York City Councilmember Harvey Epstein on the push for a $30 minimum wage, worker protections and more.
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay talks to New York City Department of Buildings Commissioner Ahmed Tigani on new safety regulations. Also, a conversation with New York City Councilmember Harvey Epstein on the push for a $30 minimum wage, worker protections and more.
New Long Island community will bring vets homes, job training
The Tunnels to Towers foundation has broken ground on a new Veterans Village on Long Island, a community that will help bring housing, job training and mental health services to the veteran community
The Tunnels to Towers foundation has broken ground on a new Veterans Village on Long Island, a community that will help bring housing, job training and mental health services to the veteran community
NYC expanding trash contanerization program
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is expanding on former Mayor Eric Adam's trash contanerization program, bringing new trash cans to six new neighborhoods across the city.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is expanding on former Mayor Eric Adam's trash contanerization program, bringing new trash cans to six new neighborhoods across the city.
NYPD investigating string of Queens knifepoint robberies
Police in Queens are investigating a string of 18 robberies across the borough. In many cases, the suspect pulled a knife on the victims.
Police in Queens are investigating a string of 18 robberies across the borough. In many cases, the suspect pulled a knife on the victims.
Strait of Hormuz fully open, Trump and Iran say
The Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial ships, as the ceasefire between Israel and Iran holds.
The Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial ships, as the ceasefire between Israel and Iran holds.
NYC building workers reach tentative deal with city
The union that represents more than 30,000 building workers across New York City announced a tentative four-year labor agreement that would avoid a strike. The deal includes pay increases, no premium sharing on family healthcare, and pension improvements.
The union that represents more than 30,000 building workers across New York City announced a tentative four-year labor agreement that would avoid a strike. The deal includes pay increases, no premium sharing on family healthcare, and pension improvements.