Iona University welcomes 8 pairs of twins to incoming freshman class
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Eight sets of twins—some fraternal, some identical—are starting their college journey together at Iona University in New Rochelle. From sharing classes to navigating campus life, these siblings say that going to college is always easier when you have a built-in best friend by your side.

UN General Assembly: Iran responds to Trump as Zelenskyy warns of Russian threat
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At the U.N. General Assembly, orld leaders delivered high-stakes speeches on Wednesday. Iranian officials accused the U.S. of committing genocide, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appealing for continued international aid against Russian aggression.

Police investigate after people seen emerging from NYC sewer near high-profile hotel
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Police swarmed a Manhattan street after three unidentified individuals were seen emerging from a sewer system near a hotel hosting high-profile dignitaries for events like the UN General Assembly. The three individuals got into two separate cars and fled northbound on Park Avenue. 

Potential nor'easter scenarios for NYC: Meteorologist breakdown
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FOX 5 NY's chief meteorologist Nick Gregory breaks down different scenarios of how the nor'easter may hit New York City this weekend.

Florida mom left infant in car for hours while cleaning house, officials say

A Florida mom has been arrested and is facing potential child neglect charges after she left her six-month-old child in a running vehicle for hours while she was cleaning someone's house, according to the Edgewater Police Department.

Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in sexual assault case: AP
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Weinstein's sentencing Wednesday for sexually assaulting TV production assistant Miriam Haley followed a legal odyssey spanning more than six years after he was first convicted and sentenced in 2020.

Iran's president delivers defiant UN speech
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian gave a fiery speech at the United Nations General Assembly while defending his country's nuclear program.

Minnesota Monster: Teacher turned predator targeted more than 120 young boys

The FOX 9 documentary “Minnesota Monster" chronicles the story of a Twin Cities teacher and coach who sexually abused more than 120 young boys, the institutional failures that allowed him to go undetected for years, and never-before-seen video of the routine traffic stop that cracked the case wide open.

NY Governor Race Tightens: Siena pollster breaks down Hochul vs. Blakeman
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A new Siena College poll shows the New York governor's race narrowing to single digits. Incumbent Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul leads Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman 50% to 41%. Siena pollster Steve Greenberg analyzes the new polling data and break down key issues driving voter behavior in 2026. 

Bronx fire leaves 1 dead, 10 injured in Morris Heights
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A fire tore through an apartment building on Montgomery Avenue in the Bronx, leaving at least one person dead and 10 injured, including four firefighters, the FDNY says. 

NYC Marathon route changed in 2026 for 1st time in 15 years
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For the first time in 15 years, the TCS New York City Marathon is making a change to its 26.2-mile course! FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en breaks down the new route in the Bronx's Mott Haven neighborhood.

Iran to address UNGA after Trump's fiery speech
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Iran’s president will take the podium at the UNGA on Wednesday after President Trump's threat to annihilate Iran unless it agrees to a deal to end the war. It comes amid mounting political pressure over rising gas prices. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso reports. 

Possible nor'easter threatens Northeast with coastal flooding and high tides
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Meteorologists are tracking a potential nor'easter off the East Coast that could bring coastal flooding, strong wind gusts and widespread rain. Unfavorable coastal impacts are expected into the weekend regardless of the storm's exact offshore track.

Surging heating costs force Long Island families to cut back
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As crude oil prices surge, Long Island families are making tough budget cuts to afford skyrocketing winter heating bills.

Long Island centenarians share secrets to living past 100
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On National Centenarians Day, three inspiring Long Island seniors—including a 101-year-old planking fitness enthusiast, a 105-year-old saxophone-playing World War II veteran and a 113-year-old devoted sister—are proving that age is truly just a number.

Mamdani under fire after reveal that staff used Signal to communicate with influencers
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The New York City Council is demanding answers after it was discovered that members of Mayor Zohran Mamdani's staff used an encrypted messaging app to communicate with influencers. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has more.

'Dopamine sites' give users the rush of shopping without spending
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A new internet trend uses "dopamine sites" to let users simulate ordering food, shopping, or taking virtual smoke breaks to satisfy cravings without spending real money.

Mamdani announces historic DoorDash settlement
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DoorDash has agreed to a record $131.5 million settlement with New York City. FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en breaks it down.