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Multiple food banks throughout New York City are experiencing increased demand amidst the government shutdown. FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en has the latest.

The ongoing federal shutdown has stalled the Home Energy Assistance Program, or HEAP, which thousands of Long Islanders rely on to heat their homes. With about 70,000 residents affected, local nonprofits like the United Way are stepping in through Project Warmth to fill the gap. Demand for emergency heating aid is soaring, with seniors and single parents struggling to choose between food, prescriptions, and paying for heat. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has the latest.

Federal authorities arrested two men from Montclair, New Jersey, in connection with an alleged ISIS-inspired terror plot in Detroit. One suspect was taken into custody at Newark Liberty Airport, and both appeared in federal court in Newark. Investigators believe they may be linked to three men already charged in Michigan for planning an attack over Halloween weekend. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley has the very latest.

Political analyst Trip Yang explains the significance of last night's local elections, including the NYC mayoral race, NJ governor's race, and local ballot proposals. He breaks down results from the Virginia governor's race and California's redistricting proposition.

After a commanding 13-point victory, Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill appeared in Trenton alongside Governor Phil Murphy to announce Dale Caldwell as head of her transition team. Sherrill says her first priorities include tackling affordability, improving education, and expanding job opportunities for New Jersey families. FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo has the latest.

After defeating both Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa, Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani introduced a transition team stacked with experienced leaders including Maria Torres-Springer and Lina Khan. Calling this “the most ambitious policy platform in a generation,” Mamdani signaled a sharp break from the city’s political past. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the details.

FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler breaks down how New Yorkers voted based on the neighborhood they live in.

The FAA has announced a 10% reduction in airline traffic across 40 different markets.

In this FOX 5 News Block, New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and New Jersey Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill announce their respective transition teams.

Four people were found dead on Wednesday morning inside a Bronx apartment, the NYPD said.

In the race for mayor of Jersey City, former New Jersey Gov. Jim McGreevey and James Solomon, who was elected to the city council back in 2017, advanced to a runoff. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the latest details.

Zohran Mamdani gives his victory speech after he was declared winner of the New York City mayor's race.

Here's the latest following Mamdani's win.

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo gives his concession speech after losing the New York City mayoral race to Zohran Mamdani.

Rep. Mikie Sherrill gives a victory speech after winning New Jersey's gubernatorial race.