Kaz Daughtry on safety goals, NYPD scandals
Kaz Daughtry, the newly appointed Deputy Mayor for Public Safety in New York City, spoke with FOX 5?s Linda Schmidt to discuss his top priorities?ranging from reducing crime to tackling mental health and quality of life issues. With just months left before the mayoral election, Daughtry addresses critics who question his experience and responds to the fallout from recent NYPD and City Hall scandals. He also teases an upcoming major initiative to address the city?s mental health crisis.
Kaz Daughtry, the newly appointed Deputy Mayor for Public Safety in New York City, spoke with FOX 5?s Linda Schmidt to discuss his top priorities?ranging from reducing crime to tackling mental health and quality of life issues. With just months left before the mayoral election, Daughtry addresses critics who question his experience and responds to the fallout from recent NYPD and City Hall scandals. He also teases an upcoming major initiative to address the city?s mental health crisis.
NJ police chief accused of harassment by officers
A police chief in North Bergen, New Jersey is at the center of a disturbing investigation. Five officers have filed official claims accusing Chief Robert Farley of graphic workplace harassment, including alleged physical assaults and sending offensive items to their homes. FOX 5?s Stephanie Bertini reports from North Bergen with the latest.
A police chief in North Bergen, New Jersey is at the center of a disturbing investigation. Five officers have filed official claims accusing Chief Robert Farley of graphic workplace harassment, including alleged physical assaults and sending offensive items to their homes. FOX 5?s Stephanie Bertini reports from North Bergen with the latest.
Dallas rapper Yella Beezy's murder-for-hire bond reduced to $750,000
A North Texas rapper faced a judge on Wednesday morning after being arrested for allegedly orchestrating the murder of a fellow rapper in 2020. She agreed to reduce his $2 million bond.
A North Texas rapper faced a judge on Wednesday morning after being arrested for allegedly orchestrating the murder of a fellow rapper in 2020. She agreed to reduce his $2 million bond.
NY News Update - MS-13 gang leader arrested; Trump withdraws Stefanik's nomination
In this NY News Update, we look at the arrest of a major MS-13 gang leader in Virginia, the hunt for a group of headphone thieves in Manhattan and the New York Yankees home opener.
In this NY News Update, we look at the arrest of a major MS-13 gang leader in Virginia, the hunt for a group of headphone thieves in Manhattan and the New York Yankees home opener.
'We're going to consolidate': JFK on HHS layoffs
10,000 job cuts expected at HHS as part of major restructuring. FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini with the latest.
10,000 job cuts expected at HHS as part of major restructuring. FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini with the latest.
Laurie Cooper gives life advice 'Meeting guys that's what it's all about'
FOX 5 NY's Bianca Peters sits down with social media star Laurie Cooper.
FOX 5 NY's Bianca Peters sits down with social media star Laurie Cooper.
Uber launches shuttle at JFK airport
Uber expanding shuttle service to and from JFK airport terminals.
Uber expanding shuttle service to and from JFK airport terminals.
President Trump to place 25% tariff on imported autos
President Trump is raising tariffs 25% on foreign made cars. FOX's Doug Luzader with the latest.
President Trump is raising tariffs 25% on foreign made cars. FOX's Doug Luzader with the latest.
Overturned school bus in Wall Township, NJ
As of 9:05 a.m., SkyFOX footage showed debris scattered across the highway, with the school bus still overturned.
As of 9:05 a.m., SkyFOX footage showed debris scattered across the highway, with the school bus still overturned.
Bank of Mom and Dad paying out $1,474 a month on average to adult kids
With economic pressures mounting, adulting has never felt more expensive—and more parents are stepping in to help.
With economic pressures mounting, adulting has never felt more expensive—and more parents are stepping in to help.
Poll shows Cuomo up as Mamdani gains traction
A self-declared socialist Democrat from Queens is known for his activism, including a hunger strike alongside taxi drivers opposing a proposed power plant.
A self-declared socialist Democrat from Queens is known for his activism, including a hunger strike alongside taxi drivers opposing a proposed power plant.
MTA invites Sean Duffy to its next budget meeting
After months of back and forth between the agency and the federal government, the MTA says they welcome Duffy to look over the budget for himself. FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler has the later.
After months of back and forth between the agency and the federal government, the MTA says they welcome Duffy to look over the budget for himself. FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler has the later.
Police investigate 16-year-old shot and killed in Queens
When police arrived at the scene, they found a 16-year-old boy unconscious and unresponsive with a gunshot wound to the torso. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the new details.
When police arrived at the scene, they found a 16-year-old boy unconscious and unresponsive with a gunshot wound to the torso. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the new details.
Could paper bags return to NJ stores?
Could paper bags be making a comeback in New Jersey? With the 2025 governor?s race heating up, Democratic candidate Rep. Josh Gottheimer says he?d bring paper bags back to big box stores?for a small fee?if elected. The state?s current ban on both plastic and paper bags in large supermarkets has been in effect since 2022. FOX 5?s Richard Giacovas has the story.
Could paper bags be making a comeback in New Jersey? With the 2025 governor?s race heating up, Democratic candidate Rep. Josh Gottheimer says he?d bring paper bags back to big box stores?for a small fee?if elected. The state?s current ban on both plastic and paper bags in large supermarkets has been in effect since 2022. FOX 5?s Richard Giacovas has the story.
NYC to start fining for not composting
Starting April 1, the New York City Department of Sanitation will begin issuing fines to property owners who fail to comply with the city's new mandatory composting law. The program, which has been phased in since 2022, applies citywide and targets buildings of all sizes. FOX 5?s Jessica Formoso reports from Forest Hills on how enforcement will work, the size of the fines, and how residents are reacting.
Starting April 1, the New York City Department of Sanitation will begin issuing fines to property owners who fail to comply with the city's new mandatory composting law. The program, which has been phased in since 2022, applies citywide and targets buildings of all sizes. FOX 5?s Jessica Formoso reports from Forest Hills on how enforcement will work, the size of the fines, and how residents are reacting.
Woman accused of holding stepson captive appears in court
Kimberly Sullivan, the Connecticut woman facing disturbing allegations of imprisoning her stepson for more than 20 years, appeared in a Waterbury courtroom, charged with kidnapping and cruelty. FOX 5's Sharon Crowley reports.
Kimberly Sullivan, the Connecticut woman facing disturbing allegations of imprisoning her stepson for more than 20 years, appeared in a Waterbury courtroom, charged with kidnapping and cruelty. FOX 5's Sharon Crowley reports.
Queens students speak with NASA astronauts on ISS
Students at Richmond Hill High School in Queens got a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: speaking directly with NASA astronauts currently aboard the International Space Station. FOX 5's Meredith Gorman has the full story.
Students at Richmond Hill High School in Queens got a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: speaking directly with NASA astronauts currently aboard the International Space Station. FOX 5's Meredith Gorman has the full story.
TikTok ban looms as U.S. deadline nears
The clock is running out for TikTok in the United States. The Chinese-owned social media giant, operated by ByteDance, has until April 5 to finalize a deal to transfer U.S. ownership ? or face a nationwide ban. Lawmakers from both parties have cited national security concerns, claiming China may be using the app to spy on millions of American users.
The clock is running out for TikTok in the United States. The Chinese-owned social media giant, operated by ByteDance, has until April 5 to finalize a deal to transfer U.S. ownership ? or face a nationwide ban. Lawmakers from both parties have cited national security concerns, claiming China may be using the app to spy on millions of American users.
NY extends CDPAP deadline amid payment concerns
A new 30-day grace period has been added to New York State?s April 1 deadline for families enrolled in CDPAP ? the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program ? which lets patients hire their own home caregivers. FOX 5's Richard Giacovas looks at the growing concerns over the transition to a new payment provider.
A new 30-day grace period has been added to New York State?s April 1 deadline for families enrolled in CDPAP ? the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program ? which lets patients hire their own home caregivers. FOX 5's Richard Giacovas looks at the growing concerns over the transition to a new payment provider.
NYC Council passes new scaffolding rules
Scaffolding ? or sidewalk sheds ? are everywhere in New York City, but new legislation could soon change that. The New York City Council has passed a new package of bills aimed at reducing the amount of time scaffolding stays up and improving safety and aesthetics. FOX 5's Morgan McKay breaks it down.
Scaffolding ? or sidewalk sheds ? are everywhere in New York City, but new legislation could soon change that. The New York City Council has passed a new package of bills aimed at reducing the amount of time scaffolding stays up and improving safety and aesthetics. FOX 5's Morgan McKay breaks it down.