SNAP benefits in limbo: Locals struggle to buy groceries
Hours after Gov. Kathy Hochul announced food benefits for New Yorkers would go back out this weekend, the Supreme Court blocked full SNAP payments. The status of the benefits is still unclear.
Hours after Gov. Kathy Hochul announced food benefits for New Yorkers would go back out this weekend, the Supreme Court blocked full SNAP payments. The status of the benefits is still unclear.
1,000+ flights canceled, delays across the U.S.
The FAA's flight cuts have impacted Newark, LaGuardia and JFK airports. On Saturday hundreds of flights were canceled or delayed at Newark alone.
The FAA's flight cuts have impacted Newark, LaGuardia and JFK airports. On Saturday hundreds of flights were canceled or delayed at Newark alone.
Border Patrol agents shot at in Chicago during immigration operation, DHS claims
Federal agents were shot at and at least one person was detained in Little Village on Saturday, according to DHS.
Federal agents were shot at and at least one person was detained in Little Village on Saturday, according to DHS.
Rod Wave arrested in Atlanta on drug and weapons charges
Atlanta police arrested rapper Rod Wave, also known as Rodarius Green, on multiple drug and weapon charges Friday
Atlanta police arrested rapper Rod Wave, also known as Rodarius Green, on multiple drug and weapon charges Friday
Trump wants Commanders to name new stadium after him: Report
Could the Commanders new stadium in D.C. be named after President Trump?
Could the Commanders new stadium in D.C. be named after President Trump?
Politics Unusual: Mamdani Transition Team Co-Chair Maria Torres-Springer; Rep. Gottheimer
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Mayor Adams' former First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer, who is now a co-chair of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's transition team, to discuss the role of any transition team. Also, a conversation with Rep. Josh Gottheimer.
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Mayor Adams' former First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer, who is now a co-chair of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's transition team, to discuss the role of any transition team. Also, a conversation with Rep. Josh Gottheimer.
Helicopter flights from Manhattan to Westchester launch next month
Blade is debuting a new commuter route between Manhattan and Westchester County Airport on December 1, cutting travel time from over 90 minutes to just 12. Seats start at $125 with a Blade commuter pass, offering travelers a faster, and far more scenic, way to skip rush-hour gridlock and reach the suburbs by air.
Blade is debuting a new commuter route between Manhattan and Westchester County Airport on December 1, cutting travel time from over 90 minutes to just 12. Seats start at $125 with a Blade commuter pass, offering travelers a faster, and far more scenic, way to skip rush-hour gridlock and reach the suburbs by air.
Central Park’s new fall foliage map shows where leaves are peaking right now
The Central Park Conservancy has launched an interactive map that highlights the best leaf-peeping spots across the park, from the North Woods to the Mall and Literary Walk. Updated daily by arborists, the tool shows which trees are at their peak color and even what hues to expect, helping New Yorkers catch the park’s fleeting fall magic before it’s gone.
The Central Park Conservancy has launched an interactive map that highlights the best leaf-peeping spots across the park, from the North Woods to the Mall and Literary Walk. Updated daily by arborists, the tool shows which trees are at their peak color and even what hues to expect, helping New Yorkers catch the park’s fleeting fall magic before it’s gone.
Dodgers' Alex Vesia, wife share devastating update about their family
On Oct. 23, just one day before Game 1 of the World Series, the Dodgers announced that Alex Vesia would be tending to a "deeply personal family matter."
On Oct. 23, just one day before Game 1 of the World Series, the Dodgers announced that Alex Vesia would be tending to a "deeply personal family matter."
Upper East Side residents fume over noisy boiler truck heating empty building
A quiet Upper East Side block has turned into a construction zone nightmare, all because of one enormous, noisy boiler truck parked on East 65th Street. What started as a temporary fix to heat a mostly vacant apartment building has dragged on for months, and residents say they’ve had enough. FOX 5 NY's Duarte Geraldino has the latest.
A quiet Upper East Side block has turned into a construction zone nightmare, all because of one enormous, noisy boiler truck parked on East 65th Street. What started as a temporary fix to heat a mostly vacant apartment building has dragged on for months, and residents say they’ve had enough. FOX 5 NY's Duarte Geraldino has the latest.
Parents rally to stop sale of beloved New Rochelle athletic fields
In New Rochelle, outrage is growing as city officials consider selling two longtime public athletic fields to a private developer. Parents, coaches, and residents gathered at Flowers Park, one of the sites in question, to demand the city halt what they call a “profit over community” plan. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovis has the details.
In New Rochelle, outrage is growing as city officials consider selling two longtime public athletic fields to a private developer. Parents, coaches, and residents gathered at Flowers Park, one of the sites in question, to demand the city halt what they call a “profit over community” plan. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovis has the details.
As SNAP crisis deepens, food lines grow across New York City
With the federal shutdown stalling SNAP benefits for nearly 1.8 million New Yorkers, community groups are stepping up to fill the gap. At a free food distribution event in Ridgewood, Queens, volunteers with Phoenix Car and Limo gathered thousands of pounds of fresh produce, canned goods, and essentials for more than 1,000 residents. Families, including young children, waited patiently as neighbors worked to keep spirits high amid the chill. FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis has the latest.
With the federal shutdown stalling SNAP benefits for nearly 1.8 million New Yorkers, community groups are stepping up to fill the gap. At a free food distribution event in Ridgewood, Queens, volunteers with Phoenix Car and Limo gathered thousands of pounds of fresh produce, canned goods, and essentials for more than 1,000 residents. Families, including young children, waited patiently as neighbors worked to keep spirits high amid the chill. FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis has the latest.
Could Elise Stefanik’s Trump-backed campaign shake up New York’s race for governor?
Backed by President Donald Trump and 56 GOP county chairs, Stefanik vowed to “put New Yorkers first” while slamming Hochul’s leadership on taxes, housing, and crime. Hochul’s campaign quickly fired back, labeling Stefanik a “Trump sellout” in a dueling ad war that erupted within hours. The race, already drawing national attention, marks the GOP’s strongest bid for statewide office in two decades — and could reshape New York’s political landscape heading into 2026. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the latest.
Backed by President Donald Trump and 56 GOP county chairs, Stefanik vowed to “put New Yorkers first” while slamming Hochul’s leadership on taxes, housing, and crime. Hochul’s campaign quickly fired back, labeling Stefanik a “Trump sellout” in a dueling ad war that erupted within hours. The race, already drawing national attention, marks the GOP’s strongest bid for statewide office in two decades — and could reshape New York’s political landscape heading into 2026. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the latest.
Democrats pitch new plan to reopen government as shutdown pain spreads
With the government shutdown stretching into the weekend, signs of movement are finally emerging on Capitol Hill. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer unveiled a proposal to fund the government at current levels and extend health care subsidies for a year, a plan Republicans have yet to embrace. Meanwhile, millions are already feeling the strain, from delayed SNAP benefits to anxious travelers facing flight cuts. In New York, Governor Kathy Hochul stepped in late Friday to ensure full SNAP payments for November, offering a brief reprieve amid growing national frustration. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley has the details.
With the government shutdown stretching into the weekend, signs of movement are finally emerging on Capitol Hill. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer unveiled a proposal to fund the government at current levels and extend health care subsidies for a year, a plan Republicans have yet to embrace. Meanwhile, millions are already feeling the strain, from delayed SNAP benefits to anxious travelers facing flight cuts. In New York, Governor Kathy Hochul stepped in late Friday to ensure full SNAP payments for November, offering a brief reprieve amid growing national frustration. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley has the details.
Travelers on edge as shutdown threatens to cut more flights nationwide
As the government shutdown drags on, anxious passengers at Newark Airport are bracing for more disruptions. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that flight reductions could double to 20% if the stalemate continues. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.
As the government shutdown drags on, anxious passengers at Newark Airport are bracing for more disruptions. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that flight reductions could double to 20% if the stalemate continues. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.
Trump ordered to fully fund SNAP, Californians wake up to full EBT cards
Many Californians were waking up Friday to good news: Their EBT food assistance cards were full.
Many Californians were waking up Friday to good news: Their EBT food assistance cards were full.
Legal battle over SNAP payments; airport chaos during gov. shutdown | News Block
In this FOX 5 News Block, chaos at the airports continues as the government shutdown approaches another week. Also, the legal battle regarding SNAP benefits has reached another hurdle.
In this FOX 5 News Block, chaos at the airports continues as the government shutdown approaches another week. Also, the legal battle regarding SNAP benefits has reached another hurdle.
Long Island scallop season in jeopardy
Scallop season is officially underway in Long Island, but a deadly parasite is causing issues. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg reveals how scallops from other waters are being brought in to help the situation.
Scallop season is officially underway in Long Island, but a deadly parasite is causing issues. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg reveals how scallops from other waters are being brought in to help the situation.
FAA's order to reduce flights at airports takes effect
The Federal Aviation Administration's order to cut flights during the ongoing government shutdown took effect on Friday morning. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the latest details.
The Federal Aviation Administration's order to cut flights during the ongoing government shutdown took effect on Friday morning. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the latest details.
Rep. Elise Stefanik announces run for NY governor
Hailed by President Donald Trump as "a star," Stefanik rose to national prominence for her defense of Trump during his impeachment hearings. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the latest details.
Hailed by President Donald Trump as "a star," Stefanik rose to national prominence for her defense of Trump during his impeachment hearings. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the latest details.