NY News Update - Threat closes Montclair schools, LA wildfire death roll rises to 24
In this NY News Update, we take a look at Montclair Schools in New Jersey being closed after a staffer allegedly threatened to kill the principal, and the latest on the wildfires in California which have now killed 24 people.
In this NY News Update, we take a look at Montclair Schools in New Jersey being closed after a staffer allegedly threatened to kill the principal, and the latest on the wildfires in California which have now killed 24 people.
Texas man charged with stalking WNBA star Caitlin Clark
Police say he traveled to Indianapolis from North Texas and sent an overwhelming amount of explicit online messages directed to Caitlin Clark, including claims he was driving around her home.
Police say he traveled to Indianapolis from North Texas and sent an overwhelming amount of explicit online messages directed to Caitlin Clark, including claims he was driving around her home.
Body found floating in water at NJ park: officials
A death investigation is underway in Ocean County after officials say the body of a man was discovered this weekend.
A death investigation is underway in Ocean County after officials say the body of a man was discovered this weekend.
Dallas Cowboys, Mike McCarthy to part ways
The Dallas Cowboys will part ways with head coach Mike McCarthy after failing to reach an agreement on a new contract with the head coach, according to reports.
The Dallas Cowboys will part ways with head coach Mike McCarthy after failing to reach an agreement on a new contract with the head coach, according to reports.
Montclair Schools staffer arrested for alleged threats
A staff member at Montclair School District in New Jersey was arrested for alleged threats, prompting the district to close on Monday. Interim superintendent Damen Cooper said the threat has been neutralized. FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers has the latest.
A staff member at Montclair School District in New Jersey was arrested for alleged threats, prompting the district to close on Monday. Interim superintendent Damen Cooper said the threat has been neutralized. FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers has the latest.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders flags to be raised to full-staff for Trump's inauguration
President Joe Biden ordered flags to be flown at half-staff for 30 days following the death of former president Jimmy Carter. The 30-day period includes the day of president-elect Trump's inauguration.
President Joe Biden ordered flags to be flown at half-staff for 30 days following the death of former president Jimmy Carter. The 30-day period includes the day of president-elect Trump's inauguration.
Manhattan DA's office says stores can ban shoplifters
The Manhattan District Attorney's office is utilizing a decades-old tool to upgrade some shoplifting charges to felonies. It requires a store employee to serve what's called a trespass notice. FOX 5 NY's Michelle Ross explains.
The Manhattan District Attorney's office is utilizing a decades-old tool to upgrade some shoplifting charges to felonies. It requires a store employee to serve what's called a trespass notice. FOX 5 NY's Michelle Ross explains.
NY Republicans, Trump talk NYC congestion pricing
New York Republicans say they have faith that NYC congestion pricing won't last long following a meeting with President-elect Donald Trump. FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler has the story.
New York Republicans say they have faith that NYC congestion pricing won't last long following a meeting with President-elect Donald Trump. FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler has the story.
Los Angeles wildfires: Fierce winds set to return this week
The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for severe fire conditions through Wednesday, with sustained winds of 50 mph and gusts in the mountains reaching 70 mph.
The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for severe fire conditions through Wednesday, with sustained winds of 50 mph and gusts in the mountains reaching 70 mph.
Los Angeles wildfires: Death toll reaches 24
Firefighters continued to battle deadly wildfires burning in the Los Angeles area on Monday, with some progress made as fierce winds are forecast to return. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the details.
Firefighters continued to battle deadly wildfires burning in the Los Angeles area on Monday, with some progress made as fierce winds are forecast to return. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the details.
Memorial for woman burned to death on subway train
A memorial service was held on Sunday evening in Brooklyn for Debrina Kawam, the woman who was set on fire inside a New York City subway back in December. FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green has the details.
A memorial service was held on Sunday evening in Brooklyn for Debrina Kawam, the woman who was set on fire inside a New York City subway back in December. FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green has the details.
Montclair schools closed due to 'potential threat'
The Montclair School District announced they are canceling all classes for Monday in New Jersey due to a "potential threat."
The Montclair School District announced they are canceling all classes for Monday in New Jersey due to a "potential threat."
Elon Musk donates Cybertrucks to LA communities without power
Musk said these donated models will be equipped with Starlinks and free Wi-Fi.
Musk said these donated models will be equipped with Starlinks and free Wi-Fi.
Guide to 2025 Presidential Inauguration: Timing, parade & more
President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn into the White House on Inauguration Day for his second term on January 20, 2025.
President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn into the White House on Inauguration Day for his second term on January 20, 2025.
Guide to 2025 Presidential Inauguration: Timing, tickets, parade route
President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn into the White House on Inauguration Day for his second term in just 13 days.
President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn into the White House on Inauguration Day for his second term in just 13 days.
Suspect arrested in Bronx stabbing, CA fires latest: FOX 5 Weekend Update
Police say they have arrested and charged a man in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 14-year-old boy in the Bronx on Friday. Plus, one of?several wildfires burning in the Los Angeles area continued to spread this weekend, expanding evacuation orders and destroying a home as cameras rolled and people watched live.
Police say they have arrested and charged a man in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 14-year-old boy in the Bronx on Friday. Plus, one of?several wildfires burning in the Los Angeles area continued to spread this weekend, expanding evacuation orders and destroying a home as cameras rolled and people watched live.
CA wildfires latest: Race to contain the fires
Firefighters are racing to contain the spread of ranging fires before potentially stronger winds return to the region. Since the start of the fires, more than 12,000 homes and businesses have been destroyed. At least 11 people have been killed and authorities say they expect the death toll will continue to rise. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas has the latest.
Firefighters are racing to contain the spread of ranging fires before potentially stronger winds return to the region. Since the start of the fires, more than 12,000 homes and businesses have been destroyed. At least 11 people have been killed and authorities say they expect the death toll will continue to rise. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas has the latest.
Officials fight against misinformation about SoCal wildfires
In addition to battling the Palisades and Eaton blazes, the California government is facing another firefight: one on misinformation.
In addition to battling the Palisades and Eaton blazes, the California government is facing another firefight: one on misinformation.
Long Island family's historic basketball achievement
How one Long Island family has written its name into basketball history.
How one Long Island family has written its name into basketball history.
What were New Yorker's biggest complaints in 2024?
If there's anyhting that bonds all New Yorkers it's that we have a complaint about just about everything. That's reflected in a new breakdown of the top complaints called into 3-1-1. FOX 5's Kendall Green has the story.
If there's anyhting that bonds all New Yorkers it's that we have a complaint about just about everything. That's reflected in a new breakdown of the top complaints called into 3-1-1. FOX 5's Kendall Green has the story.