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.
Chick-fil-A brings back peppermint favorites for the holidays
Chick-fil-A’s peppermint beverages return nationwide November 10 for a limited time.
Chick-fil-A launches holiday collection of cozy gifts and décor
Chick-fil-A is expanding its holiday lineup beyond the menu this year, adding cozy clothing, home goods and family entertainment
Target requires workers to smile at customers in hopes of boosting sales: Report
Target is hoping a new policy, that requires workers to smile at customers who come within 10 feet of them, will help the company boost sales heading into the holidays.
Mamdani announces more administration appointments
New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is moving ahead with his preparations to take over City Hall. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the latest details.
Rudy Giuliani among several pardoned by President Trump
President Donald Trump has pardoned former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, ex‑chief of staff Mark Meadows and several others accused of supporting efforts to overturn the 2020 election, according to the Justice Department.
Newsroom Live: When could it snow in NYC?
FOX 5 NY's Dan Bowens and Audrey Puente are breaking it all down.
American Corporate Partners: The program that helps mentor veterans
With Veterans Day on Tuesday, people are wondering how they can help give back to the men and women of our armed forces. FOX 5 NY’s Steve Lacy shows us the program that allows people to mentor veterans looking to transition from the military to the corporate world.
Gov't shutdown nears end after Senate advances procedural vote
The Senate on Sunday moved to end the government shutdown after a group of moderate Democrats agreed to move forward without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, sparking anger among colleagues who insist Americans want them to keep fighting. FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler has the details.
NYC winter weather outlook, snow total predictions
With New York City expected to see the first real glimpse of winter this week, FOX 5 NY's Nick Gregory is sharing his 2025-2026 outlook for the season, including the potential for a nor'easter and his snow total predictions.
4 dead, at least 13 injured after suspect crashes into crowd outside Ybor City business
Four people are dead and at least 13 are injured after a man crashed into an Ybor City business early Saturday morning, according to officers.
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.
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.
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.
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
Trump wants Commanders to name new stadium after him: Report
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.
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.
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.