Starbucks’ viral bear cup sparks frenzy, $90+ resales online

Starbucks fans are going wild for the coffee chain’s newest must-have: a glass bear cup sporting a tiny green beanie and the iconic logo. Originally priced at $30, the limited-edition cold cup has sold out nationwide and is now popping up on resale sites for triple the cost. Some crafty fans are even DIY-ing their own versions to join the craze.

Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani unveils first key appointments at City Hall

Fuleihan brings decades of government experience from City Hall to Albany, while Bisgard Church, a Democratic Socialist, has been instrumental in Mamdani’s political rise. Despite early pushback from Governor Kathy Hochul on his free bus proposal, Mamdani says he remains committed to delivering on his campaign promises and reshaping city politics. FOX 5 NY’s Morgan McKay reports.

Medal of Honor recipient Clint Romesha to lead NYC’s Veterans Day Parade

As New York City prepares for the 106th annual Veterans Day Parade—the nation’s largest celebration honoring service members—one of this year’s grand marshals is former Army Staff Sergeant Clint Romesha, a Medal of Honor recipient who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. FOX 5 NY’s coverage features Romesha reflecting on the heroism and brotherhood that defined his service, recalling the 2009 Battle of Kamdesh, where his unit fought through overwhelming odds. His message: courage, teamwork, and gratitude to all who serve.

Veterans Day news: Vets find healing after years of silent struggle

A growing number of veterans are turning to psychedelic therapy as a path to healing from PTSD and trauma when traditional treatments fall short. FOX 5 NY’s Dan Bowens introduces us to Heroic Hearts Project, a nonprofit founded by former Army Ranger Jesse Gould, which guides veterans through supervised psychedelic retreats. With support from doctors studying psilocybin’s effects on the brain, the program is helping service members reconnect, recover, and rediscover purpose beyond the battlefield.

Supreme Court to weigh in on SNAP funding amid shutdown fallout

The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to intervene after a lower court ruled the government must continue fully funding SNAP benefits during the shutdown. With payments frozen, food banks across New York City are seeing longer lines and new faces. FOX 5 NY’s Stephanie Bertini reports from Harlem, where growing demand is straining resources as millions of Americans wait for relief.

FDA removes black box warning from menopause hormone therapies: What this will mean

In a major shift, the FDA announced it will remove long-standing black box warnings from hormone-based treatments for menopause symptoms like hot flashes. The agency now says new data show limited risks for women who begin therapy before age 60 or within a decade of menopause. FOX 5 NY’s Antwan Lewis explains how the reversal could change medical guidance and help reduce the stigma surrounding hormone replacement therapy.

NEWS: Senate pushes deal to end shutdown as travel chaos hits Tri-State | LATEST

A breakthrough may be in sight to end the government shutdown as the Senate prepares to vote on new legislation, but the impact continues to ripple nationwide. FOX 5 NY’s Linda Schmidt reports from Washington on the tense negotiations and what’s at stake for millions of Americans. Meanwhile, at Newark Airport, Teresa Priolo is tracking mounting flight delays and frustration among travelers as the shutdown drags on.

Government shutdown breakthrough, airport chaos, Giants fire head coach, Tri-State freeze warning | News Block

Here are the top stories on the News Block: Lawmakers in Washington inch closer to ending the 40-day government shutdown, details on the key Senate vote and what comes next. Travel chaos continues nationwide as the shutdown and air traffic controller shortage cause major flight delays. The Giants shake up their season, parting ways with their head coach after another tough loss. And a FOX 5 Cold Weather Alert is in effect, parts of the Tri-State, including New York City, are under a freeze warning as temperatures plunge below freezing.