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In this episode of STREET SOLDIERS, we're diving into the issue of food insecurity in the Bronx. Food insecurity is an issue affecting tens of thousands of residents in the borough, even though many are working and doing their best, but their income just cannot keep up with rising food prices. Now, local community groups and local leaders are stepping up their efforts to fill the gap. If you want to help, you can visit: New York Common Pantry - https://nycommonpantry.org/ World of Life International, Inc. - https://www.wordoflifefornewyorkcity.org/ Urban Health Plan Center - https://www.urbanhealthplan.org/ City Councilmember Rafael Salamanca Jr. - https://council.nyc.gov/district-17/

A Bronx driver is facing a $4,000 fine after parking in front of a fire hydrant during a deadly fire, delaying firefighters? response. The FDNY is cracking down on this dangerous violation after two fatal fires earlier this month?one in the Bronx and another in Brooklyn?where blocked hydrants slowed emergency crews from battling the flames. FOX 5's Jessica Formoso has the story.

A high-stakes White House meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky quickly turned into a heated confrontation in front of the media. What was meant to be a diplomatic discussion over a rare earth minerals deal and security agreements collapsed into a tense exchange over the Russia-Ukraine war. Fox 5?s Sharon Crowley reports on the fallout of the meeting, while Duarte Geraldino gathers reactions from political leaders across the U.S. and Europe.

Health officials in Rockland County, New York are warning residents to check their measles vaccination status as the virus continues to spread across the country. The county, which experienced one of the largest U.S. measles outbreaks in 2018, remains one of the lowest vaccinated areas in the state for children. FOX 5's Richard Giacovas has the story.

A high school senior athlete will begin his tenure at University of North Carolina this fall in front of, not one, but two sets of supporters. Aaron Merrill was recruited by UNC to play for their Lacrosse and Football teams, with the latter being under the stewardship of Bill Belichick. Fox 5's Jennifer Williams has more on the story.

Authorities in Santa Fe, New Mexico are investigating the mysterious deaths of Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa. The Santa Fe County Sheriff?s Office confirms that both tested negative for carbon monoxide, ruling out earlier speculation. No signs of trauma or foul play were found, but the cause of death remains unknown as investigators wait for autopsy results. FOX 5's Jessica Formoso has the story.

A Williamsburg coffee shop is facing possible relocation due to rising rent, but New Yorkers are rallying behind it after a viral TikTok by co-owner Rachel Nieves. Her emotional video has amassed over 6 million views, drawing in hundreds of customers and even celebrity support from Joe Jonas. Fox 5?s Meredith Gorman reports from Williamsburg on the overwhelming show of support and how this tight-knit neighborhood is standing up for a beloved small business.

A legal cannabis dispensary in Queens is stirring controversy with officials in neighboring Hempstead and North Hempstead, where recreational marijuana sales are banned. Now, Long Island lawmakers are fighting back, pushing for a quarter-mile buffer zone around towns that opted out of New York State?s legal weed program. FOX 5's Jodi Goldberg has the story.

The Vatican says Pope Francis suffered a coughing fit that resulted in him breathing in vomit, requiring non-invasive mechanical ventilation. The Vatican says he responded well, with a good level of gas exchange, and remained conscious and alert at all times. The episode, reported late Friday by the Vatican, resulted in doctors keeping his prognosis from a two-week battle with double pneumonia as guarded. It marked a setback after two days of increasingly upbeat reports about an improved condition. FOX 5's Teresa Priolo has the story.

Rafael Caro Quintero, the infamous Mexican drug cartel boss, was arraigned in Brooklyn federal court after being extradited to the United States. Quintero, 72 years old, is best known for orchestrating the kidnapping, torture, and murder of DEA Agent Kiki Camarena in 1985. FOX 5's Linda Schmidt has the story.

What was meant to be a diplomatic meeting quickly turned into a fiery exchange between President Donald Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy inside the Oval Office. FOX 5's Antwan Lewis has the story.

What was meant to be a diplomatic discussion turned into a heated exchange between President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and Vice President J.D. Vance during a high-stakes meeting at the White House. FOX 5's Sharon Crowley has the story.

In this NY News Update, we look at an extraordinary, heated meeting in the Oval Office between President Donald Trump and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the news that Pope Francis has suffering a setback in his two-week battle with double pneumonia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the White House for a high-stakes meeting with President Donald Trump, as he tried to persuade the White House to provide some form of U.S. backing for Ukraine's security against any future Russian aggression.

Candidates looking to run for New York City mayor continues to grow. FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis with the latest.

Window washers left dangling from the 78th floor of a NYC building. FOX 5 NY's Meredith Gorman with the details.