Is Mamdani a Movement? | Battleground NYC full episode #55: Oct 14, 2025
Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee and frontrunner for NYC Mayor, appeared before a packed house last night in Washington Heights in New York City. Is the "movement" Mamdani created enough for him to win on election day, which is three weeks away? S.E. Cupp is joined by Joe Anuta, a reporter covering City Hall for Politico to discuss the latest headlines from the trail, and also J.C. Polanco, attorney and assistant professor at the University of Mount St. Vincent to break down how Mamdani will affect the Democratic Party going forward.
Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee and frontrunner for NYC Mayor, appeared before a packed house last night in Washington Heights in New York City. Is the "movement" Mamdani created enough for him to win on election day, which is three weeks away? S.E. Cupp is joined by Joe Anuta, a reporter covering City Hall for Politico to discuss the latest headlines from the trail, and also J.C. Polanco, attorney and assistant professor at the University of Mount St. Vincent to break down how Mamdani will affect the Democratic Party going forward.
Instagram limits teen content to PG-13 in new safety update: What this means
Instagram is tightening restrictions for teen users, limiting what they see to content rated PG-13. The change means posts featuring sex, drugs, or dangerous stunts will be filtered out by default on teen accounts. Meta says the move aims to protect young users’ mental health after mounting backlash over the platform’s influence on teens.
Instagram is tightening restrictions for teen users, limiting what they see to content rated PG-13. The change means posts featuring sex, drugs, or dangerous stunts will be filtered out by default on teen accounts. Meta says the move aims to protect young users’ mental health after mounting backlash over the platform’s influence on teens.
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Feds break up alleged $15 billion crypto fraud scheme [GRAPHIC]
WARNING, GRAPHIC: FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt takes a closer look at an alleged $15 billion crypto fraud scheme that federal prosecutors uncovered.
WARNING, GRAPHIC: FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt takes a closer look at an alleged $15 billion crypto fraud scheme that federal prosecutors uncovered.
NYC mayoral candidates weigh in on public safety as election nears
Frontrunner Zoran Mamdani addressed past anti-police remarks, saying he’s focused on working with officers to keep New Yorkers safe. Meanwhile, rivals Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa are also outlining competing visions for tackling crime and restoring trust across the city. FOX 5 YN's Lisa Evers has the latest.
Frontrunner Zoran Mamdani addressed past anti-police remarks, saying he’s focused on working with officers to keep New Yorkers safe. Meanwhile, rivals Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa are also outlining competing visions for tackling crime and restoring trust across the city. FOX 5 YN's Lisa Evers has the latest.
Hochul appears with Mamdani for first time since endorsing him
New York Governor Kathy Hochul appeared with Democratic nominee and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for the first time since endorsing the New York City mayoral candidate. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has the details.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul appeared with Democratic nominee and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for the first time since endorsing the New York City mayoral candidate. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has the details.
Conversation with the stars of 'Blue Moon'
FOX 5 NY's Ryan Kristafer sat down with the stars of upcoming film "Blue Moon" to discuss a tale of show business and jealousy.
FOX 5 NY's Ryan Kristafer sat down with the stars of upcoming film "Blue Moon" to discuss a tale of show business and jealousy.
Tariffs on lumber and furniture begin to take effect
New tariffs that could impact kitchen cabinets and wooden furniture have gone into effect. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has more.
New tariffs that could impact kitchen cabinets and wooden furniture have gone into effect. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has more.
Israel still awaiting release of all deceased hostages
Israeli officials are accusing Hamas of violating the ceasefire agreement over the slow return of the bodies of the deceased hostages. FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis has the details.
Israeli officials are accusing Hamas of violating the ceasefire agreement over the slow return of the bodies of the deceased hostages. FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis has the details.
Air traffic controllers receiving partial pay amid gov. shutdown
FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas is live at LaGuardia Airport reporting on how the government shutdown is affecting air traffic controllers' paychecks.
FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas is live at LaGuardia Airport reporting on how the government shutdown is affecting air traffic controllers' paychecks.
Air traffic controllers earning partial paycheck; government shutdown continues | News Block
In this FOX 5 News Block, air traffic controllers are earning partial paychecks as the current government shutdown enters its third week.
In this FOX 5 News Block, air traffic controllers are earning partial paychecks as the current government shutdown enters its third week.
New film, 'Students are Heroes' brings awareness to sickle cell disease
Bianca Peters sits down with Keenan "Special" Bristol and Prince Forde to discuss their new film "Students Are Heroes: A Sickle Cell Warriors Story," and emphasize the importance of genetically matched blood donors.
Bianca Peters sits down with Keenan "Special" Bristol and Prince Forde to discuss their new film "Students Are Heroes: A Sickle Cell Warriors Story," and emphasize the importance of genetically matched blood donors.
Cuts to local food banks could leave thousands hungry
Food banks are sounding the alarm about a lack of resources to feed those in need. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has the story.
Food banks are sounding the alarm about a lack of resources to feed those in need. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has the story.
Muldowney family walks for Richie, Kenny in Tunnel to Towers 5K
The Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk has become a family affair for many who lost loved ones during the September 11th attacks. Among those who take part every year, Long Island cousins Keegan and Kevin Muldowney. FOX 5 NY’s Jodi Goldberg has the story.
The Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk has become a family affair for many who lost loved ones during the September 11th attacks. Among those who take part every year, Long Island cousins Keegan and Kevin Muldowney. FOX 5 NY’s Jodi Goldberg has the story.
Broadway musicians vote to authorize strike
Contract negotiations between the talent on Broadway stages and The Broadway League have stalled, and now, the actors and musicians are both threatening to turn the lights off. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the latest details.
Contract negotiations between the talent on Broadway stages and The Broadway League have stalled, and now, the actors and musicians are both threatening to turn the lights off. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the latest details.
NY AG James speaks at Mamdani rally after indictment: 'I fear no man'
Zohran Mamdani held a rally on Monday in Washington Heights, which was attended by New York Attorney General Letitia James. FOX 5 NY’s Robert Moses has the latest details.
Zohran Mamdani held a rally on Monday in Washington Heights, which was attended by New York Attorney General Letitia James. FOX 5 NY’s Robert Moses has the latest details.
Brooklyn hit-and-run leaves 11-year-old in critical condition
Police say the crash happened around 5:50 p.m. at Avenue V and Ocean Parkway. No arrests have been made.
Police say the crash happened around 5:50 p.m. at Avenue V and Ocean Parkway. No arrests have been made.
Alec Baldwin crash details: 'I crashed my wife's car'
In the video, Baldwin admitted the Range Rover he crashed was actually his wife Hilaria’s car. "I crashed my wife’s car. I feel bad about that," he said, adding that both he and his brother were unharmed.
In the video, Baldwin admitted the Range Rover he crashed was actually his wife Hilaria’s car. "I crashed my wife’s car. I feel bad about that," he said, adding that both he and his brother were unharmed.
New York City mayor's race update | Battleground NYC full episode – Oct. 13, 2025
Battleground NYC dives into the pivotal 2025 mayoral race. S.E. Cupp breaks down the drama, power plays, and high stakes shaping New York’s future.
Battleground NYC dives into the pivotal 2025 mayoral race. S.E. Cupp breaks down the drama, power plays, and high stakes shaping New York’s future.
Cocoa crisis threatens Halloween candy supplies: What to know
Extreme weather in West Africa, where most of the world’s cocoa is grown, has sent prices soaring, leaving candy companies scrambling ahead of Halloween. To offset costs, brands are shrinking bars and debuting creative new flavors like pink lemonade KitKats and peanut butter and jelly M&Ms. fOX 5 NY's Meredith Gorman has the details.
Extreme weather in West Africa, where most of the world’s cocoa is grown, has sent prices soaring, leaving candy companies scrambling ahead of Halloween. To offset costs, brands are shrinking bars and debuting creative new flavors like pink lemonade KitKats and peanut butter and jelly M&Ms. fOX 5 NY's Meredith Gorman has the details.
Hostages freed as Trump brokers historic Middle East peace deal | Agreement Details
The agreement also includes the release of nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and marks what the former president called “a new beginning for the Middle East.” FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis breaks it all down.
The agreement also includes the release of nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and marks what the former president called “a new beginning for the Middle East.” FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis breaks it all down.