Vote to end gov. shutdown | News Block
In this FOX 5 News Block, the House is set to vote on whether or not to reopen the federal government, potentially ending the nation's longest shutdown.
Akon arrested in Georgia on outstanding warrant
Singer Akon was arrested in Chamblee, Georgia, on an outstanding warrant from Roswell police after Flock cameras alerted officers to his car; he was later released from the DeKalb County Jail.
Jane Goodall remembered at funeral service in DC
Jane Goodall, the conservationist renowned for her groundbreaking chimpanzee research documenting their personalities and use of tools, is being remembered at a funeral service at Washington National Cathedral in the nation’s capital.
Dog causes shotgun to fire, striking owner inside Berks County home
Police in Berks County say a dog accidentally caused a shotgun to go off inside of a home, striking its owner in the back.
Shutdown fallout: SNAP help returns, but health care costs could soar
SNAP benefits are back for some New Yorkers, but the fight in Washington isn’t over. Hakeem Jeffries says millions could face higher health care bills as Affordable Care Act tax credits expire — and one Bronx woman shares how crucial SNAP is to her wellbeing .FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.
Bay Area Harvard grad student launched new ‘Appstinence’ movement to quit social media
It’s a concept hard to fathom among many Gen Zers — ditching your smartphone and retiring from social media. But it's what recent Harvard alumna 24-year-old Gabriela Nguyen has fully embraced as she works to help others do the same.
Father of 9 killed after fight stemming from Castro Valley road rage crash
The victim who died after a fight stemming from an alleged road rage crash in Castro Valley over the weekend was identified as a father of nine.
On the ground in White Hall, Jamaica: Rebuilding after Hurricane Melissa with Nikki Z | Newsroom Live
After spending the past three years traveling through Africa, Nikki Z has returned home to Jamaica in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa — one of the most devastating storms to hit the island in recent years. Now on the ground in White Hall, Westmoreland, near the border of St. Elizabeth, she’s working side by side with locals to help families rebuild and recover. Welcomed by reggae artist Warrior King and his family, Nikki has joined community-led efforts through the Adopt-a-Family Jamaica (Warrior King Family Shelter Initiative) — a mission to restore hope one home at a time. The initiative focuses on providing immediate shelter first, then supporting families through the full rebuilding process. Supporters are encouraged to “adopt” a family, offering ongoing aid until each household is back on stable ground. 💛 Support the ongoing relief efforts: Sean Paul Foundation x Food For The Poor Jamaica: https://www.foodforthepoorja.org/seanpaulfoundation Shaggy Make a Difference Foundation x Global Empowerment Mission (Hurricane Melissa Relief): https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/hurricane-melissa Nikki Z’s Adopt-a-Family Jamaica (Warrior King Family Shelter Initiative): https://gofund.me/4223d30fa Follow Nikki’s journey as she documents life after the storm — capturing the strength, spirit, and solidarity of Jamaicans rebuilding together after Hurricane Melissa.
Bronx building without gas or heat for weeks after partial collapse
Many residents are still living without gas or heat over one month after a building in the Bronx partially collapsed. FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis has the latest.
What happens when, if the shutdown ends?
If the government shutdown ends tomorrow, will everything really go back to normal? Not quite. Flight delays could linger for days as airports scramble to get back on schedule, and families relying on SNAP benefits may wait even longer for help to resume. FOX 5 NY’s Linda Schmidt explains.
Nonprofit pairs vets and first responders with horses
The Warrior Ranch Foundation is a nonprofit that pairs veterans and first responders with rescued horses. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has more.
Target trying out new customer service policy
FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo reports from Clifton, New Jersey to recount Target's new customer service policy, encouraging workers to smile at and make eye contact with customers.
NY Common Pantry stepping up for SNAP recipients
FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers speaks to Carmen Quinones, Tenant Association President of Frederick Douglass Houses, about neighborhoods banding together to provide for SNAP recipients who are struggling to put food on the table.
Thousands came to the 2025 NYC Veterans Day Parade
FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler gives a closer look to New York City's Veterans Day Parade, as well as some who celebrated.
Bill to end gov. shutdown heading to final vote; regional airports bear the strain
FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt and Richard Giacovas have the latest on the government shutdown, and how more local airports are bearing the strain of the delays and cancelations at larger ones.
Blustery and bitter cold night ahead for NYC
FOX 5 NY's Nick Gregory has the forecast for New York City for tonight.
11 NYPD vehicles vandalized in Queens
Police report that 11 parked NYPD vehicles, both marked and unmarked, were damaged by an unknown object at 11:10 p.m. on Nov. 10.
NYC Veterans Day Parade; end of gov. shutdown in sight | News Block
In this FOX 5 News Block, New York City's Veterans Day Parade took place earlier today. Also, the government shutdown could be ending soon.
San Francisco Muni driver asleep as speeding train tosses screaming riders
San Francisco Muni passengers screamed as they were jolted, some falling from their seats, when a light rail train traveled at an excessive speed while the driver dozed off to sleep, according to video footage.
Live coverage of NYC Veterans Day Parade 2025 | Newsroom Live
In this Newsroom Live, FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler gives an inside look at New York City's Veterans Day Parade.