Legionnaires’ cases rise on Upper East Side; Westchester tracks stomach illness outbreak
New York City health officials say 63 cases of Legionnaires’ disease have been confirmed on the Upper East Side, with 76 buildings testing positive for the bacteria that causes the illness. Officials say the spread appears to be slowing, but they are urging anyone in the impacted zip codes with cough, fever, shortness of breath or flu-like symptoms to see a doctor. Health officials are also warning residents in Westchester and Nassau counties to wash fruits and vegetables amid a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak. The CDC has reported more than 1,600 cases across 34 states since the beginning of May.
New York City health officials say 63 cases of Legionnaires’ disease have been confirmed on the Upper East Side, with 76 buildings testing positive for the bacteria that causes the illness. Officials say the spread appears to be slowing, but they are urging anyone in the impacted zip codes with cough, fever, shortness of breath or flu-like symptoms to see a doctor. Health officials are also warning residents in Westchester and Nassau counties to wash fruits and vegetables amid a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak. The CDC has reported more than 1,600 cases across 34 states since the beginning of May.
NYC horse carriage ban bill gets City Hall hearing after tourist’s death
A City Council hearing could shape the future of New York City’s horse-drawn carriage industry. FOX 5’s Jessica Formoso reports from City Hall, where lawmakers are considering a bill that would phase out the 150-year-old industry and stop new licenses. The bill, known as Roman’s Law, was reintroduced after 18-year-old Roman Mahajan died during a runaway carriage ride in Central Park. Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he supports ending the industry but wants stronger worker transition protections in place.
A City Council hearing could shape the future of New York City’s horse-drawn carriage industry. FOX 5’s Jessica Formoso reports from City Hall, where lawmakers are considering a bill that would phase out the 150-year-old industry and stop new licenses. The bill, known as Roman’s Law, was reintroduced after 18-year-old Roman Mahajan died during a runaway carriage ride in Central Park. Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he supports ending the industry but wants stronger worker transition protections in place.
Supreme Court justices seek security funding in first Capitol Hill testimony in 7 years
Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified on Capitol Hill Tuesday, requesting a major security funding boost in the first Supreme Court testimony in 7 years.
Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified on Capitol Hill Tuesday, requesting a major security funding boost in the first Supreme Court testimony in 7 years.
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool drained again for repairs after setbacks
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been completely drained as crew members initiate another round of repairs following months of persistent complications at the iconic National Mall landmark.
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been completely drained as crew members initiate another round of repairs following months of persistent complications at the iconic National Mall landmark.
Texas launches investigation of LinkedIn over claims of 'ghost jobs'
The Texas Attorney General's office is investigating LinkedIn over claims the platform misleads users and profits from fake or inactive "ghost jobs."
The Texas Attorney General's office is investigating LinkedIn over claims the platform misleads users and profits from fake or inactive "ghost jobs."
Bronx moped shooting: Video shows moment after shots rang out
New surveillance video shows a moped shooter fleeing the scene after killing 39-year-old Julia Anderson in the Bronx.
New surveillance video shows a moped shooter fleeing the scene after killing 39-year-old Julia Anderson in the Bronx.
NJ princess cafe shutting down
FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo has the latest.
FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo has the latest.
Thief smashes into Yonkers market, empties registers and safe in minutes
The owners of La Hacienda, a family-owned grocery market in Yonkers, fear they'll have to close, after a suspect broke in and cleaned out their cash registers and a safe containing thousands of dollars.
The owners of La Hacienda, a family-owned grocery market in Yonkers, fear they'll have to close, after a suspect broke in and cleaned out their cash registers and a safe containing thousands of dollars.
Cases of 'diarrhea parasite' rise across the US
FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.
FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.
Houston Texans co-founder Janice McNair dies at 89
Houston Texans Co-Founder and Senior Chair Janice S. McNair has died at the age of 89, the organization says.
Houston Texans Co-Founder and Senior Chair Janice S. McNair has died at the age of 89, the organization says.
Ice cream delivered by boat
FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has the scoop.
FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has the scoop.
American Red Cross needs blood donations amid emergency shortage declaration
With more traumas and fewer blood donations, the American Red Cross says they have now declared an emergency shortage, asking community members to donate if they can.
With more traumas and fewer blood donations, the American Red Cross says they have now declared an emergency shortage, asking community members to donate if they can.
Houston DoorDash driver completes delivery after being hit by suspect in police chase
Video shows a DoorDash driver completing her delivery despite being hit by a car that was fleeing from police in Houston.
Video shows a DoorDash driver completing her delivery despite being hit by a car that was fleeing from police in Houston.
Woman fatally shot in NYC while driving home from work; mom speaks out
A 39-year-old woman from Mount Vernon was shot and killed on Monday night in the Bronx after driving home from work, the NYPD said. FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers has the latest details.
A 39-year-old woman from Mount Vernon was shot and killed on Monday night in the Bronx after driving home from work, the NYPD said. FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers has the latest details.
Bronx shooting: Gunman on moped kills Mt. Vernon woman driving home from work
Julia Anderson, 39, shot and killed in the Bronx as she drove home from work. NYPD detectives are searching for a man on a moped who they said shot Anderson through the passenger's side window of her car.
Julia Anderson, 39, shot and killed in the Bronx as she drove home from work. NYPD detectives are searching for a man on a moped who they said shot Anderson through the passenger's side window of her car.
Doctor answers cyclosporiasis questions: How can you avoid it? What's the treatment?
Chief of Gastroenterology at Northwell Plainview Hospital, Dr. Kostas Sideridis, joined Newsroom Live with Dan Bowens to talk about the latest with the cyclosporiasis outbreak and the rising cases in New York City.
Chief of Gastroenterology at Northwell Plainview Hospital, Dr. Kostas Sideridis, joined Newsroom Live with Dan Bowens to talk about the latest with the cyclosporiasis outbreak and the rising cases in New York City.
NYC weather forecast: Here's how high temps could hit this week
FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods joins Dan Bowens on Newsroom Live to talk about the potential for a heat wave this week in New York City.
FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods joins Dan Bowens on Newsroom Live to talk about the potential for a heat wave this week in New York City.
How Long Island scammers are stealing millions with a new gold bar scam
Scammers on Long Island are praying on the elderly, using an elaborate gold bar scam to steal money. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has the details.
Scammers on Long Island are praying on the elderly, using an elaborate gold bar scam to steal money. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has the details.
NYC Parks launches free 'Parents' Night Out!' in August: How to register
New York City is launching its first-ever "Parents' Night Out!" pilot program this August. FOX 5 Ny's Sharon Crowley has the story.
New York City is launching its first-ever "Parents' Night Out!" pilot program this August. FOX 5 Ny's Sharon Crowley has the story.
NYC Legionnaires’ outbreak latest: 60 cases, 15 people currently hospitalized
The NYC Health Department has updated its case count, confirming 60 cases of Legionnaire's disease on Manhattan's Upper East Side. Currently, 15 individuals remain hospitalized. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the latest details.
The NYC Health Department has updated its case count, confirming 60 cases of Legionnaire's disease on Manhattan's Upper East Side. Currently, 15 individuals remain hospitalized. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the latest details.