Ex-NYPD detective breaks down search for bodega shooter
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Former NYPD Lt. Commander of Detectives Ralph Salento discusses the ongoing manhunt for 31-year-old Jesus Acosta, a parolee wanted in connection with two recent fatal shootings at a Bronx deli and a Brooklyn food spot.

Associate Chief of Operations for NE region of DEA talks cocaine surge
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Frank Tarentino, the Associate Chief of Operations for the Northeast region of the Drug Enforcement Administration, explains a recent surge in cocaine dealings throughout the region.

FULL: Pres. Trump changes Lake Ontario to Lake America
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"This is an American lake." President Trump has signed an Executive Order renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America, "effective immediately."

Trump renames Lake Ontario to Lake America

The president's renaming of one of the five Great Lakes comes amid an escalating spat with Canada as a trade war between the two neighboring countries resumed in August.

NASA astrophysicist explains how we will find 100,000 new planets
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NASA HQ Astrophysics Division Director Dr. Shawn Domagal-Goldman breaks down how the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope compares to Hubble and how it lays the foundation for future missions searching for alien life.

NYC weather timeline: Here's when rain could be the heaviest
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A cold front moving across the Northeast could bring severe thunderstorms, flash flooding and a limited tornado threat to the New York City area. FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods has the latest details on Newsroom Live with Dan Bowens.

Back-To-School Health Check: NY health commissioner on vaccine rules & tick season
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With kids heading back to school, classrooms can quickly become breeding grounds for seasonal illnesses. New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald shares critical updates for parents, teachers, and students preparing for the new school year.

NHC: Tropical Storm Dolly forms in the Atlantic

Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic, becoming the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season.

ICE agent released from Texas jail after court ruling in extradition battle

ICE agent Christian Castro has been released from jail in Texas after a judge denied a motion by Minnesota officials seeking to keep him held as they fight for his extradition in a Hennepin County case.

Jersey City passes 'crazy' 15% property tax hike, residents fume
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The Jersey City Council has officially voted to approve a 15% municipal property tax increase, leaving homeowners facing an average hike of $51 per month. The tax increase takes effect for 2026 Q3 property tax bills. FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo reports. 

Catastrophic Nepal floods cause deadly landslides & desperate rescues
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Massive flooding and mudslides triggered by a 5.2 magnitude glacier collapse north of Kathmandu have devastated parts of Nepal and Tibet near the Chinese border. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses reports. 

Jed York prostitution-sting arrest seen on police body-camera footage

New police body-camera video of San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York being arrested on Sunday morning at a trailer park in East Palestine, Ohio, shows York being placed in handcuffs. 

NYC council member on the importance of public spaces
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New York City Councilmember Virginia Maloney on the important of privately owned public spaces, sometimes referred to as "POPS," in the city.

Public space advocate talks privately owned public spaces in NYC
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Public space advocate Wade, also known as "Lord of Bench" on social media, discusses the importance of privately owned public spaces in New York City with FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt.

Blakeman says Nassau County must comply with 'terrible' ICE law
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman says Nassau County will comply with the new state law banning state and local facilities from being used by federal immigration agents. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has the latest.

Bird entanglements at Topgolf locations on Long Island
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Two bird entanglements in two weeks have drawn Topgolf into the spotlight. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has the story.