William Friedkin, famed director of ‘The Exorcist,’ dies at 87

William Friedkin is an Oscar-winning filmmaker, known for his blockbuster horror flick “The Exorcist," and crime thriller, “The French Connection."

Queen Latifah, Chuck D and more rap legends on 'Rapper's Delight' and their early hip-hop influences

While hip-hop celebrates 50 years of life, The Associated Press asked some of the genre’s most popular artists to recall their first rap song experience and how the moment resonated with them.

'Barbie' hits $1 billion in ticket sales, breaking record for female directors

In modern box office history, just 53 movies have made over $1 billion -- and “Barbie" is now the biggest to be directed by one woman, Greta Gerwig.

LL Cool J's Rock the Bells Festival in Queens features legendary performers

Fans packed Forest Hills Stadium to get a taste of music history, some looking for feelings of nostalgia from their favorite artists of over 50 years.

Mayor Adams talks hip-hop history: 'The music became a movement'

From inside a rarely used special room at City Hall, FOX 5 NY’s Lisa Evers sat down for an exclusive conversation with Mayor Eric Adams about his lifelong connection to hip-hop, what it means to him, and what it means to the city.

Twitch streamer Kai Cenat to face charges after Union Square chaos

The NYPD says Twitch streamer Kai Cenat will likely face at least two counts of inciting a riot and unlawful assembly after an attempted video game giveaway turned into a riot.

Happy hour finally ends for retiring Sardi's bartender

After 55 years, Friday is the final shift for a beloved bartender who is retiring from Sardi's, the iconic Broadway hotspot known for catering to the stars. 

What to know about SAG-AFTRA waivers: Why are actors still making movies after the strike?

The actors and writers strike have resulted in most Hollywood film and television productions being shut down, from the “Gladiator" sequel to the live action “Lilo & Stitch."

Cardi B's now infamous mic is being sold for charity

The microphone Cardi B hurled into a crowd after a drink was thrown at her was up to nearly $100,000 on eBay as of midday Friday.

Mark Margolis, 'Breaking Bad' and 'Better Call Saul' actor, dies at 83

The Emmy-nominated actor was best known for playing Hector “Tio" Salamanca, a former drug kingpin in AMC’s “Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul."

Photos: See Freddie Mercury's stage costumes and song drafts on display before auction

Items on display include Mercury's flamboyant stage costumes, handwritten drafts of "Bohemian Rhapsody" and the baby grand piano he used to compose Queen's greatest hits.

What’s going on in NYC this weekend?

From Metallica to the Rock the Bells festival with LL Cool J, here are some events happening this weekend across the New York City area.