Latino leaders demand apology from Rep. Lawler
Latino leaders in Westchester are demanding an apology from Rep. Mike Lawler after he questioned the citizenship status of County Legislator Jos? Alvarado during a public meeting on immigration. Alvarado, a Honduran immigrant and U.S. citizen who has served in public office since 2001, called the comment ?ignorant? and ?shocking.? Lawler has refused to apologize despite mounting criticism. Fox 5?s Teresa Priolo has the latest on the controversy and the growing calls for accountability.
Latino leaders in Westchester are demanding an apology from Rep. Mike Lawler after he questioned the citizenship status of County Legislator Jos? Alvarado during a public meeting on immigration. Alvarado, a Honduran immigrant and U.S. citizen who has served in public office since 2001, called the comment ?ignorant? and ?shocking.? Lawler has refused to apologize despite mounting criticism. Fox 5?s Teresa Priolo has the latest on the controversy and the growing calls for accountability.
Elon Musk's budget cuts slash 9/11 health program
New York leaders are calling for the immediate reversal of federal cuts to the World Trade Center Health Program, which supports 9/11 first responders. Nearly 20% of the program?s staff has been terminated under Elon Musk?s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative, raising concerns about delays in life-saving care.
New York leaders are calling for the immediate reversal of federal cuts to the World Trade Center Health Program, which supports 9/11 first responders. Nearly 20% of the program?s staff has been terminated under Elon Musk?s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative, raising concerns about delays in life-saving care.
Is NYC congestion pricing in jeopardy?
The Trump administration is attempting to halt New York City?s congestion pricing plan, but Gov. Kathy Hochul and state leaders are standing firm. The controversial toll is supposed to fund key MTA projects, but uncertainty is growing over its future. FOX 5's Stephanie Bertini has the story.
The Trump administration is attempting to halt New York City?s congestion pricing plan, but Gov. Kathy Hochul and state leaders are standing firm. The controversial toll is supposed to fund key MTA projects, but uncertainty is growing over its future. FOX 5's Stephanie Bertini has the story.
Murder charges in beating death of inmate
Two months after body camera footage captured the brutal beating death of inmate Robert Brooks at an upstate New York prison, murder charges have been filed against those involved. Gov. Kathy Hochul called the attack ?brutal? and stated that Brooks should still be alive today. FOX 5's Linda Schmidt has the story.
Two months after body camera footage captured the brutal beating death of inmate Robert Brooks at an upstate New York prison, murder charges have been filed against those involved. Gov. Kathy Hochul called the attack ?brutal? and stated that Brooks should still be alive today. FOX 5's Linda Schmidt has the story.
Hochul declines to remove Mayor Adams
Gov. Kathy Hochul will not immediately remove New York City Mayor Eric Adams from office but is calling for increased oversight of City Hall amid scrutiny of his ties to the Trump administration. Hochul?s proposal includes appointing a deputy inspector general, expanding legal resources for city officials, and increasing state audits of city finances. FOX 5's Morgan McKay has the story.
Gov. Kathy Hochul will not immediately remove New York City Mayor Eric Adams from office but is calling for increased oversight of City Hall amid scrutiny of his ties to the Trump administration. Hochul?s proposal includes appointing a deputy inspector general, expanding legal resources for city officials, and increasing state audits of city finances. FOX 5's Morgan McKay has the story.
Bomb threat at Kennedy Center cleared; Shen Yun shows to go on
A bomb threat at the Kennedy Center prompted an evacuation and road closures Thursday afternoon, but security has since given the all-clear, and performances will proceed as scheduled, according to a center spokesperson.
A bomb threat at the Kennedy Center prompted an evacuation and road closures Thursday afternoon, but security has since given the all-clear, and performances will proceed as scheduled, according to a center spokesperson.
NY News Update - Hochul will not remove Adams, MTA fights to protect congestion pricing
In this NY News Update, we look at the news that Governor Kathy Hochul will not immediately remove New York City Mayor Eric Adams from office, but will instead push for increased oversight of City Hall and gearing up to fight to protection congestion pricing in Manhattan.
In this NY News Update, we look at the news that Governor Kathy Hochul will not immediately remove New York City Mayor Eric Adams from office, but will instead push for increased oversight of City Hall and gearing up to fight to protection congestion pricing in Manhattan.
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Mayor Adams speaks out on pending corruption case decision "I'm a victim"
Mayor Adams awaits judge's decision on corruption charges. Mayor Adams' fate remains unclear as sources say, New York Governor Kathy Hochul is reportedly considering legal action against him. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay with the latest.
Mayor Adams awaits judge's decision on corruption charges. Mayor Adams' fate remains unclear as sources say, New York Governor Kathy Hochul is reportedly considering legal action against him. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay with the latest.
Hamas releases four hostage's bodies to Israel, including children
Four hostages bodies returned to Israel and Benjamin Netanyahu speaks out on Hamas. FOX 5's Antwan Lewis has the story.
Four hostages bodies returned to Israel and Benjamin Netanyahu speaks out on Hamas. FOX 5's Antwan Lewis has the story.
Long Island towns file federal lawsuit against FAA over flight path
Long Island residents are demanding FAA to get an environmental review for low flying planes. FOX 5 NY's Jodi McKay has the story.
Long Island residents are demanding FAA to get an environmental review for low flying planes. FOX 5 NY's Jodi McKay has the story.
NYC weather forecast
Cold temperatures and high winds continue; next week we can see warmer weather ahead. FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods with the latest.
Cold temperatures and high winds continue; next week we can see warmer weather ahead. FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods with the latest.
Trump administration kills congestion pricing
The MTA and Trump administration going head to head with congestion pricing. Leaving commuters in the balance. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso with the latest.
The MTA and Trump administration going head to head with congestion pricing. Leaving commuters in the balance. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso with the latest.
'We should take over': Trump backs GOP push to have federal government control DC
Speaking from Air Force One Wednesday night, President Donald Trump said the federal government should "take over" D.C. He complained about crime and homelessness in the District and said that the federal government would "make it safe."
Speaking from Air Force One Wednesday night, President Donald Trump said the federal government should "take over" D.C. He complained about crime and homelessness in the District and said that the federal government would "make it safe."
Texas home to the first dual-branded Applebee's | IHOP restaurant in the country
Seguin, Texas is now home to the first dual-branded Applebee’s | IHOP restaurant in the U.S. The new restaurant opened to the public on Feb. 18, 2025.
Seguin, Texas is now home to the first dual-branded Applebee’s | IHOP restaurant in the U.S. The new restaurant opened to the public on Feb. 18, 2025.
Delta plane crash: All injured passengers released from hospital
All 21 passengers who were injured when a Delta jet from Minneapolis crashed in Toronto have been released from the hospital.
All 21 passengers who were injured when a Delta jet from Minneapolis crashed in Toronto have been released from the hospital.
Federal workers protest outside Tesla showroom in San Francisco; Musk defends cuts
Federal workers were among those protesting the cuts by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, on Wednesday night outside a Tesla showroom in San Francisco.
Federal workers were among those protesting the cuts by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, on Wednesday night outside a Tesla showroom in San Francisco.
President Trump moves to end congestion pricing
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says she's not backing down from New York City congestion pricing, even after the Trump administration moved to end the toll. FOX 5 Ny's Hayley Fixler has the latest details.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says she's not backing down from New York City congestion pricing, even after the Trump administration moved to end the toll. FOX 5 Ny's Hayley Fixler has the latest details.
Adams corruption case hearing ends without decision
Justice Department lawyers and Eric Adams faced a federal judge on Wednesday over the DOJ request to drop the NYC mayor's corruption charges. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the story.
Justice Department lawyers and Eric Adams faced a federal judge on Wednesday over the DOJ request to drop the NYC mayor's corruption charges. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the story.
Reaction as Trump moves to end congestion pricing
A range of responses to the Trump administration's decision to try and end New York City congestion pricing, including from New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the reaction.
A range of responses to the Trump administration's decision to try and end New York City congestion pricing, including from New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the reaction.