Ramapo College students crack cold cases with DNA
What if students could help solve murders using DNA already on file? At Ramapo College in Mahwah, New Jersey, that's exactly what?s happening. The school's Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) Center?first of its kind in the U.S.?has already helped solve nearly two dozen cold cases, including identifying a dismembered foot found in a New Jersey river. FOX 5's Teresa Priolo takes a closer look.
What if students could help solve murders using DNA already on file? At Ramapo College in Mahwah, New Jersey, that's exactly what?s happening. The school's Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) Center?first of its kind in the U.S.?has already helped solve nearly two dozen cold cases, including identifying a dismembered foot found in a New Jersey river. FOX 5's Teresa Priolo takes a closer look.
Queens residents sound off on Interborough Express
The MTA hosted its first open house in Queens to share updates on the long-awaited Interborough Express, a light rail project that would connect Brooklyn and Queens without passing through Manhattan. The proposed 14-mile line would run along underused freight tracks from Bay Ridge to Jackson Heights, linking 17 subway lines and the Long Island Rail Road. FOX 5's Jessica Formoso has the story.
The MTA hosted its first open house in Queens to share updates on the long-awaited Interborough Express, a light rail project that would connect Brooklyn and Queens without passing through Manhattan. The proposed 14-mile line would run along underused freight tracks from Bay Ridge to Jackson Heights, linking 17 subway lines and the Long Island Rail Road. FOX 5's Jessica Formoso has the story.
Outdoor dining returns, but booze permits lag
Outdoor dining season officially kicks off next week in New York City, but many restaurant owners are hitting a roadblock when it comes to serving alcohol outside. FOX 5?s Richard Giacovas reports from the Upper West Side, where restaurant owners say they can?t even apply for a liquor permit without first getting approval for a roadway caf� from the city?s Department of Transportation.
Outdoor dining season officially kicks off next week in New York City, but many restaurant owners are hitting a roadblock when it comes to serving alcohol outside. FOX 5?s Richard Giacovas reports from the Upper West Side, where restaurant owners say they can?t even apply for a liquor permit without first getting approval for a roadway caf� from the city?s Department of Transportation.
Trump pulls Stefanik UN nomination
In a last-minute political pivot, President Trump has withdrawn Rep. Elise Stefanik?s nomination to be the next U.S. ambassador to the United Nations. The decision comes amid growing concerns about maintaining the GOP?s razor-thin majority in the House of Representatives ahead of key budget battles and the 2024 midterm elections. FOX 5's Sharon Crowley has the story.
In a last-minute political pivot, President Trump has withdrawn Rep. Elise Stefanik?s nomination to be the next U.S. ambassador to the United Nations. The decision comes amid growing concerns about maintaining the GOP?s razor-thin majority in the House of Representatives ahead of key budget battles and the 2024 midterm elections. FOX 5's Sharon Crowley has the story.
Should dogs be allowed on planes?
A barking dog on an 8-hour flight from Paris to Newark has ignited an internet debate: should dogs be allowed on planes? A Reddit post describing the nonstop barking has gone viral, prompting travelers across the country to weigh in. FOX 5?s Kendall Green hit Newark Liberty International Airport to get reactions from real passengers and expert travel insight from The Points Guy?s Clint Henderson.
A barking dog on an 8-hour flight from Paris to Newark has ignited an internet debate: should dogs be allowed on planes? A Reddit post describing the nonstop barking has gone viral, prompting travelers across the country to weigh in. FOX 5?s Kendall Green hit Newark Liberty International Airport to get reactions from real passengers and expert travel insight from The Points Guy?s Clint Henderson.
Queens leaders slam city over illegal truck parking
Community leaders and residents in Southeast Queens are demanding stronger enforcement against illegal truck parking, saying their streets have become makeshift truck depots near JFK Airport. From Jamaica to Laurelton, locals say commercial trucks are parked for weeks?sometimes months?posing safety and quality of life concerns. FOX 5's Jessica Formoso has the story.
Community leaders and residents in Southeast Queens are demanding stronger enforcement against illegal truck parking, saying their streets have become makeshift truck depots near JFK Airport. From Jamaica to Laurelton, locals say commercial trucks are parked for weeks?sometimes months?posing safety and quality of life concerns. FOX 5's Jessica Formoso has the story.
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.