Sen. Booker sets record with 25-hour speech
New Jersey Senator Cory Booker has made history ? speaking for 25 hours and 4 minutes straight on the Senate floor in protest of President Trump?s policies, including proposed Medicaid cuts. His speech broke the longstanding record set by segregationist Strom Thurmond in 1957 and served as both a moral stand and a procedural move to delay Senate legislative action. FOX 5?s Teresa Priolo breaks down the speech, the symbolism, and the impact.
New Jersey Senator Cory Booker has made history ? speaking for 25 hours and 4 minutes straight on the Senate floor in protest of President Trump?s policies, including proposed Medicaid cuts. His speech broke the longstanding record set by segregationist Strom Thurmond in 1957 and served as both a moral stand and a procedural move to delay Senate legislative action. FOX 5?s Teresa Priolo breaks down the speech, the symbolism, and the impact.
Lawsuit to save Fort Greene Park trees
A $24 million city project to redesign Brooklyn?s Fort Greene Park is facing legal opposition from local residents. The plan calls for the removal of 78 trees to make way for pedestrian plazas and increased accessibility, but opponents say the project will harm the environment and community health. Residents have filed a lawsuit, arguing the tree loss will impact air quality, wildlife, and shade in a neighborhood already affected by asthma and heat. FOX 5?s Kendall Green reports.
A $24 million city project to redesign Brooklyn?s Fort Greene Park is facing legal opposition from local residents. The plan calls for the removal of 78 trees to make way for pedestrian plazas and increased accessibility, but opponents say the project will harm the environment and community health. Residents have filed a lawsuit, arguing the tree loss will impact air quality, wildlife, and shade in a neighborhood already affected by asthma and heat. FOX 5?s Kendall Green reports.
Feds to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione
Federal prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, who is accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside the Hilton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan. While New York State does not permit capital punishment, the federal firearm-related murder charge makes the death penalty possible. FOX 5's Michelle Ross reports.
Federal prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, who is accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside the Hilton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan. While New York State does not permit capital punishment, the federal firearm-related murder charge makes the death penalty possible. FOX 5's Michelle Ross reports.
NJ Sen. Cory Booker finishes record speech
New Jersey Senator Cory Booker finishes his record setting speech on the floor of the U.S. Senate.
New Jersey Senator Cory Booker finishes his record setting speech on the floor of the U.S. Senate.
How Trump?s auto tariff could impact car prices
With President Trump?s proposed 25% tariffs on imported automobiles and car parts, both U.S. consumers and small business owners are bracing for impact. From new car leases to foreign part repairs, these tariffs could drive up costs by as much as $15,000, according to industry experts.
With President Trump?s proposed 25% tariffs on imported automobiles and car parts, both U.S. consumers and small business owners are bracing for impact. From new car leases to foreign part repairs, these tariffs could drive up costs by as much as $15,000, according to industry experts.
ChatGPT's tool to create Studio Ghibli-style memes sparks concern
FOX 5's Teresa Priolo spoke with Robert Greener, an intellectual property lawyer, who suggests the tool is no different than if a single person created an animation that emulated the Studio Ghibli style.
FOX 5's Teresa Priolo spoke with Robert Greener, an intellectual property lawyer, who suggests the tool is no different than if a single person created an animation that emulated the Studio Ghibli style.
Inside NYC?s oldest independent bookstore
Tucked away on East 59th Street, across from Bloomingdale?s, is a true New York City treasure ? Argosy Book Store, the oldest independent bookstore in the five boroughs. Founded in 1925, the family-run shop has thrived for a century through six generations, offering everything from rare first editions to signed memorabilia from historical icons. FOX 5?s Richard Giacovas takes us on a journey inside this literary time capsule.
Tucked away on East 59th Street, across from Bloomingdale?s, is a true New York City treasure ? Argosy Book Store, the oldest independent bookstore in the five boroughs. Founded in 1925, the family-run shop has thrived for a century through six generations, offering everything from rare first editions to signed memorabilia from historical icons. FOX 5?s Richard Giacovas takes us on a journey inside this literary time capsule.
Growing number of adults getting autism diagnoses
A growing number of adults are being diagnosed with autism ? a shift driven by increased awareness and better understanding of how autism presents later in life, especially in women. FOX 5?s Linda Schmidt spoke with two New York women who say their late diagnoses brought clarity, healing, and purpose.
A growing number of adults are being diagnosed with autism ? a shift driven by increased awareness and better understanding of how autism presents later in life, especially in women. FOX 5?s Linda Schmidt spoke with two New York women who say their late diagnoses brought clarity, healing, and purpose.
Outdoor dining returns in NYC
Outdoor dining is officially back in New York City, but with a new set of seasonal rules and plenty of confusion. Restaurant owners say the updated program?requiring permits and liquor license alterations?is expensive and unclear. FOX 5?s Jessica Formoso reports from Midtown, where some sheds are already back up and serving customers, despite the city?s backlog on approvals.
Outdoor dining is officially back in New York City, but with a new set of seasonal rules and plenty of confusion. Restaurant owners say the updated program?requiring permits and liquor license alterations?is expensive and unclear. FOX 5?s Jessica Formoso reports from Midtown, where some sheds are already back up and serving customers, despite the city?s backlog on approvals.
Supporters protest Wendy Williams? guardianship
Dozens gathered outside an assisted living facility in Hudson Yards to show support for former talk show host Wendy Williams, who is fighting to end her court-appointed guardianship. Diagnosed with aphasia and dementia, Williams has been under guardianship since 2022 but says she didn?t understand the full extent of the legal arrangement. Her fans?and former staffers?are now speaking out, claiming she?s being held against her will. FOX 5?s Lisa Everson reports.
Dozens gathered outside an assisted living facility in Hudson Yards to show support for former talk show host Wendy Williams, who is fighting to end her court-appointed guardianship. Diagnosed with aphasia and dementia, Williams has been under guardianship since 2022 but says she didn?t understand the full extent of the legal arrangement. Her fans?and former staffers?are now speaking out, claiming she?s being held against her will. FOX 5?s Lisa Everson reports.
Wisconsin, Florida elections test Trump?s support
Voters in Wisconsin and Florida are casting ballots in pivotal special elections with national implications. In Wisconsin, a state Supreme Court race between Democrat Susan Crawford and Republican Brad Schimel has become the most expensive in U.S. history, drawing attention?and funding?from figures like Elon Musk. Meanwhile, two congressional seats are up for grabs in Florida after Trump tapped sitting lawmakers for administration posts. With Trump two months into his second term, both parties are watching closely. FOX 5?s Sharon Crowley reports.
Voters in Wisconsin and Florida are casting ballots in pivotal special elections with national implications. In Wisconsin, a state Supreme Court race between Democrat Susan Crawford and Republican Brad Schimel has become the most expensive in U.S. history, drawing attention?and funding?from figures like Elon Musk. Meanwhile, two congressional seats are up for grabs in Florida after Trump tapped sitting lawmakers for administration posts. With Trump two months into his second term, both parties are watching closely. FOX 5?s Sharon Crowley reports.
Feeds to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione
Federal prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, who is accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside the Hilton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan. While New York State does not permit capital punishment, the federal firearm-related murder charge makes the death penalty possible. FOX 5's Michelle Ross reports on the latest legal developments.
Federal prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, who is accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside the Hilton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan. While New York State does not permit capital punishment, the federal firearm-related murder charge makes the death penalty possible. FOX 5's Michelle Ross reports on the latest legal developments.
Sen. Booker speaks for 22 hours in tariff protest
New Jersey Senator Cory Booker is closing in on a historic Senate filibuster record with a marathon speech denouncing President Trump?s sweeping tariff plan. Booker has been speaking for more than 22 hours, voicing concerns about federal cuts, Medicaid, and the impact of upcoming tariffs. Meanwhile, the White House is calling tomorrow ?Liberation Day,? with the president set to unveil new reciprocal tariffs on foreign goods.
New Jersey Senator Cory Booker is closing in on a historic Senate filibuster record with a marathon speech denouncing President Trump?s sweeping tariff plan. Booker has been speaking for more than 22 hours, voicing concerns about federal cuts, Medicaid, and the impact of upcoming tariffs. Meanwhile, the White House is calling tomorrow ?Liberation Day,? with the president set to unveil new reciprocal tariffs on foreign goods.
Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador over 'administrative error'
The U.S. government says it mistakenly deported a Maryland man to El Salvador as part of the Trump administration's recent immigration reforms.
The U.S. government says it mistakenly deported a Maryland man to El Salvador as part of the Trump administration's recent immigration reforms.
Mass layoffs begin at HHS, CDC, NIH, FDA
Lines of HHS employees arrived at work Tuesday to see if they still had a job, by checking if their badges still worked.
Lines of HHS employees arrived at work Tuesday to see if they still had a job, by checking if their badges still worked.
NY News Update - Sen. Cory Booker's speech continues, rally to end Wendy Williams' guardianship
In this NY News Update, we look at Sen. Cory Booker has pressed his marathon speech against President Donald Trump?s agenda past 19 hours and counting and a rally in Manhattan to end Wendy Williams' guardianship.
In this NY News Update, we look at Sen. Cory Booker has pressed his marathon speech against President Donald Trump?s agenda past 19 hours and counting and a rally in Manhattan to end Wendy Williams' guardianship.
Death toll rises to over 2,700 after earthquake rocks Southeast Asia
Rescue efforts are underway after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28. The quake was also felt in Thailand and parts of Mainland China.
Rescue efforts are underway after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28. The quake was also felt in Thailand and parts of Mainland China.
Sen. Cory Booker speech against Trump's agenda stretches into hour 17
New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker took to the Senate floor Monday evening, saying he would remain there as long as he was ?physically able." As of Tuesday at Noon, he had held the floor for over 17 hours, voicing Democrats? objections to President Donald Trump?s sweeping actions.
New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker took to the Senate floor Monday evening, saying he would remain there as long as he was ?physically able." As of Tuesday at Noon, he had held the floor for over 17 hours, voicing Democrats? objections to President Donald Trump?s sweeping actions.
Rally to free Wendy Williams of her conservatorship
Supporters of Wendy Williams held a protest this morning, calling for an end to her guardianship. FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers has the story.
Supporters of Wendy Williams held a protest this morning, calling for an end to her guardianship. FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers has the story.
DOJ to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Tuesday she has directed federal prosecutors to seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, the man accused of gunning down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a NYC hotel back on Dec. 4. FOX 5 NY's Michelle Ross has the latest.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Tuesday she has directed federal prosecutors to seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, the man accused of gunning down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a NYC hotel back on Dec. 4. FOX 5 NY's Michelle Ross has the latest.