Last minute cruise switch due to Hurricane Melissa

Several northern New Jersey residents who booked a recent cruise to the Caribbean found themselves in chilly Maine instead — along with their shorts and other warm weather clothes. FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo has more.

New Rochelle nonprofit shutting down

New Rochelle Cares has been providing transportation to senior citizens for the past 10 years, but a lack of volunteers is forcing the nonprofit to close. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas has more.

Novo Nordisk exec collapses at White House during Trump’s drug price announcement

A Novo Nordisk executive collapsed during President Trump’s announcement about lowering the cost of weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic. The executive received medical care and is now stable. The new deal between the White House and major drugmakers promises to slash prices and expand access to obesity medications. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley has the details.

FAA cuts flights amid government shutdown: Will it be fixed by the holidays?

Hundreds of flights were canceled Tuesday as the FAA began reducing operations at 40 major airports—including LaGuardia, JFK, and Newark—because of the ongoing government shutdown. With air traffic controllers working unpaid and calling out sick, travelers are bracing for widespread delays and disruptions that could stretch into Thanksgiving. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.

Rockefeller Christmas tree is cut down

The 75-foot-high Norway Spruce was cut down early Thursday morning and hoisted onto a flatbed truck by crane. It will travel 140 miles (225 kilometers) to Rockefeller Center. The wrapped tree will be brought into New York City by flatbed truck and raised into place at Rockefeller Center on Saturday, Nov. 8.

FAA to cut thousands of flights amid government shutdown, NY travel expected to be hit hard

The FAA announced plans to reduce up to 10% of flights across 40 major U.S. markets — including New York — starting Friday, as the government shutdown stretches into its fourth week. With air traffic controllers working without pay and reporting mounting fatigue, officials say the cutbacks are essential for maintaining safety ahead of the busy Thanksgiving travel season. The full list of affected routes will be released tomorrow, but travelers are already bracing for major delays and disruptions.

Inside the secret home of New York’s most famous cheesecake, in NJ

The iconic Junior’s cheesecake may be a New York legend, but its creamy, classic flavor is born across the river in Burlington, New Jersey. Good Day Wake Up anchor Dan Bowens takes viewers behind the scenes of the 103,000-square-foot bakery where 4–5 million cheesecakes are made each year — still following the same 1950s recipe dreamed up by the founder’s grandfather. A third-generation owner shares how tradition, family pride, and old-school methods continue to define this sweet slice of New York history.

Mamdani wins NYC — what’s next? | Battleground NYC full episode #71: Nov 5, 2025

It's official. Zohran Mamdani is now the Mayor-elect of New York City and will take over from Mayor Eric Adams in January. The lens now focuses on how Mamdani will lead and how he will make good on his promises to voters. S.E. is joined by Craig McCarthy, City Hall Bureau Chief for the New York Post, to talk about the latest developments post-race. Former Congressman Steve Israel, author of The Einstein Conspiracy, stops by to discuss the Democratic wins last night, and how they could impact and build momentum as we head to the midterm elections.

Officials give update on Bronx car explosion

A street garbage fire in the Bronx spread to several parked cars, triggering a massive explosion that injured seven firefighters. Officials say the firefighters suffered burns to their hands and faces, with three admitted to Jacobi Medical Center for treatment. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the very latest.

Six firefighters injured after car explosion in the Bronx

A garbage fire spread to a parked car, triggering an explosion in the Bronx Wednesday night. Six firefighters were hurt while battling the blaze and taken to a nearby hospital for evaluation. Officials say the fire was brought under control around 8:19 p.m., and investigators are now working to determine the cause. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.

What are the busiest airports in the US?

On Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced its plans to reduce air traffic at 40 of the country's "high-volume" markets by 10% beginning Friday, according to The Associated Press.