NYC mayoral hopefuls trade barbs at business forum as Mamdani pushes free bus plan
NYC mayoral candidates clashed at a Crain’s Business Forum, trading jabs over public transit, education, and housing as Zohran Mamdani made headlines for promoting his “Fast and Free Buses” plan. Former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa also pitched their visions for the city ahead of next week’s first debate — FOX 5 NY’s Morgan McKay has the latest.
NYC mayoral candidates clashed at a Crain’s Business Forum, trading jabs over public transit, education, and housing as Zohran Mamdani made headlines for promoting his “Fast and Free Buses” plan. Former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa also pitched their visions for the city ahead of next week’s first debate — FOX 5 NY’s Morgan McKay has the latest.
NY lawmakers clash as government shutdown enters second week
The government shutdown has now crossed the one-week mark, with no clear path to reopening. Senate Democrats blocked a GOP-backed funding bill for the sixth time, while tensions flared on Capitol Hill in a heated exchange between New York Representatives Hakeem Jeffries and Mike Lawler. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.
The government shutdown has now crossed the one-week mark, with no clear path to reopening. Senate Democrats blocked a GOP-backed funding bill for the sixth time, while tensions flared on Capitol Hill in a heated exchange between New York Representatives Hakeem Jeffries and Mike Lawler. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.
Woman dies after suffering medical episode on Disneyland's Haunted Mansion
Police say emergency crews responded to Disneyland after a woman in her 60s was found unresponsive after riding the Haunted Mansion.
Police say emergency crews responded to Disneyland after a woman in her 60s was found unresponsive after riding the Haunted Mansion.
Derrick Groves, last of 10 New Orleans jail escapees, arrested in Atlanta
The final inmate wanted after a brazen escape from a New Orleans jail in May has been arrested in Atlanta, according to the Louisiana State Police.
The final inmate wanted after a brazen escape from a New Orleans jail in May has been arrested in Atlanta, according to the Louisiana State Police.
Woman killed outside Dallas PetSmart after argument over not saying 'thank you'
An arrest affidavit for a shooting outside a PetSmart store in Dallas on Tuesday reveals the situation started when the victim opened the door for the suspect, and the suspect didn't thank her, according to a witness.
An arrest affidavit for a shooting outside a PetSmart store in Dallas on Tuesday reveals the situation started when the victim opened the door for the suspect, and the suspect didn't thank her, according to a witness.
Palisades Fire arrest: Man arrested in Florida, charged with starting deadly LA wildfire
A Florida man has been arrested, accused of starting what became the deadly and destructive "Palisades Fire" on Jan. 1, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. The Palisades Fire killed 12 people, burned more than 23,000 acres, and destroyed more than 6,000 structures.
A Florida man has been arrested, accused of starting what became the deadly and destructive "Palisades Fire" on Jan. 1, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. The Palisades Fire killed 12 people, burned more than 23,000 acres, and destroyed more than 6,000 structures.
James Comey Indictment: Former FBI Director pleads not guilty over alleged lies to Congress
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges he lied to Congress in a criminal case that has intensified scrutiny of the Justice Department’s role in targeting President Donald Trump’s political opponents.
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges he lied to Congress in a criminal case that has intensified scrutiny of the Justice Department’s role in targeting President Donald Trump’s political opponents.
Mamdani, Cuomo, Sliwa all speak at NYC mayoral forum
Candidates for New York City mayor – Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa – all spoke at Crain's Mayoral Forum. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the latest details.
Candidates for New York City mayor – Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa – all spoke at Crain's Mayoral Forum. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the latest details.
Honoring NYC food icon Saul Zabar
Saul Zabar, the beloved owner of one of NYC's finest and oldest delicatessen passed away at 97 years old. Linda Schmidt joins the newsdesk to share his honorable impacts in the NYC food and deli industry.
Saul Zabar, the beloved owner of one of NYC's finest and oldest delicatessen passed away at 97 years old. Linda Schmidt joins the newsdesk to share his honorable impacts in the NYC food and deli industry.
Florida man with thermos inserted in body caught sneaking it into Polk County Jail: ‘Put it up the exit ramp'
A Florida man who is no stranger to the law wound up back in jail and the subject of one of Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd’s most unusual "Morning Briefings" due to how he tried to smuggle a thermos inside the jail.
A Florida man who is no stranger to the law wound up back in jail and the subject of one of Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd’s most unusual "Morning Briefings" due to how he tried to smuggle a thermos inside the jail.
Potential weekend nor'easter update for NYC
A coastal storm threat Sunday into Monday brings the possibility of heavy rain, flash flooding and high winds to the New York City area. FOX 5 NY's Nick Gregory has the latest details.
A coastal storm threat Sunday into Monday brings the possibility of heavy rain, flash flooding and high winds to the New York City area. FOX 5 NY's Nick Gregory has the latest details.
Suspect arrested after fatal attack at subway station
The NYPD arrested the suspect accused of killing a man at a subway station in Brooklyn.
The NYPD arrested the suspect accused of killing a man at a subway station in Brooklyn.
Yankees fight to stay alive in do-or-die playoff game
The Yankees battled the Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium, rallying to tie the score after a home run by Aaron Judge as fans clung to hope for a Game 4. FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green has the details.
The Yankees battled the Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium, rallying to tie the score after a home run by Aaron Judge as fans clung to hope for a Game 4. FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green has the details.
Surveillance video shows fight before Queens teen shot
Surveillance footage obtained by FOX 5 NY shows a group of teenagers fighting at the intersection moments before gunfire erupted. The video captures the victim running across the street toward a nearby gas station after being shot, then returning to the scene as other teens tried to help him. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the latest.
Surveillance footage obtained by FOX 5 NY shows a group of teenagers fighting at the intersection moments before gunfire erupted. The video captures the victim running across the street toward a nearby gas station after being shot, then returning to the scene as other teens tried to help him. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the latest.
Two years after Oct. 7 attacks, remembrance and hope take center stage
On the two-year anniversary of the Hamas attack, families and survivors honor victims in Israel and New York City while negotiators in Egypt work to finalize President Trump’s 20-point peace plan aimed at freeing remaining hostages and ending the war in Gaza. FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en has the latest.
On the two-year anniversary of the Hamas attack, families and survivors honor victims in Israel and New York City while negotiators in Egypt work to finalize President Trump’s 20-point peace plan aimed at freeing remaining hostages and ending the war in Gaza. FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en has the latest.
Trump peace plan reignites hope as world marks two years since Oct. 7 attacks
As memorials take place in Israel and New York City honoring victims of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack, negotiators in Egypt work to finalize President Trump’s 20-point peace plan aimed at freeing all remaining hostages and ending the war in Gaza. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley has the latest.
As memorials take place in Israel and New York City honoring victims of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack, negotiators in Egypt work to finalize President Trump’s 20-point peace plan aimed at freeing all remaining hostages and ending the war in Gaza. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley has the latest.
Long Island man, 73, reunites with officer who saved his life after heart scare
After collapsing during a dance last month, 73-year-old Lenny Mozilo was brought back to life thanks to a Suffolk County officer’s quick CPR and AED response. The two reunited this week in an emotional moment captured on camera. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has the story.
After collapsing during a dance last month, 73-year-old Lenny Mozilo was brought back to life thanks to a Suffolk County officer’s quick CPR and AED response. The two reunited this week in an emotional moment captured on camera. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has the story.
End of the DEM Old Guard? | Battleground NYC full episode #50: Oct 7, 2025
It's not just Mamdani. Younger voters are seeking candidates and politicians of their own age across the country. Could this mean the end of the Democratic Old Guard? S.E. is joined by Jennifer Steinhauer, the senior director of the University of Chicago's Institute for Politics and former New York Times' City Hall Bureau Chief, to discuss the changing of the political guard. David Freedlander, a features writer covering New York and National Politics for New York Magazine, also joins S.E. for the latest news and analysis on the New York City Mayor's race.
It's not just Mamdani. Younger voters are seeking candidates and politicians of their own age across the country. Could this mean the end of the Democratic Old Guard? S.E. is joined by Jennifer Steinhauer, the senior director of the University of Chicago's Institute for Politics and former New York Times' City Hall Bureau Chief, to discuss the changing of the political guard. David Freedlander, a features writer covering New York and National Politics for New York Magazine, also joins S.E. for the latest news and analysis on the New York City Mayor's race.
Cleanup effort underway at Gowanus Canal
FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas is reporting live from the Gowanus Canal on the recent cleanup efforts to make the canal safe to swim in.
FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas is reporting live from the Gowanus Canal on the recent cleanup efforts to make the canal safe to swim in.
'Red Alert' series debuts on Paramount+
An up-close look at Hamas attacking Israel on Oct. 7 from the makers of the television series "Red Alert." FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley has more.
An up-close look at Hamas attacking Israel on Oct. 7 from the makers of the television series "Red Alert." FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley has more.