New dating trend called 'floodlighting' could ruin a first date
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Dating and relationship coach Jessica Alderson warns about the consequences of "Floodlighting". FOX 5 NY's Duarte Geraldino with the details.

ParkMobile $32.8M settlement for data breach: Are you eligible?

ParkMobile, a parking app that can be used across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia to pay for on-street parking, reached a $32.8 million settlement for a data breach. Are you eligible? 

Professor offers a class to combat Gen Z's fear of phone calls
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A UK professor is offering courses teaching young people how to be more comfortable with phone calls. Fox 5's Jodi Goldberg reports.

How tariffs could impact Target in 2025

Target says there will be “meaningful year-over-year profit pressure" in 2025 because of tariffs and other costs. 

Pope Francis health update
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Pope Francis had stabilized enough Tuesday after two respiratory crises to be taken off noninvasive mechanical ventilation and receive just high flows of supplemental oxygen, the Vatican said. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the latest details.

US tariffs on Mexico, Canada take effect: Details
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President Donald Trump is moving ahead with 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, which took effect on Tuesday, while doubling tariffs on Chinese goods to 20% a day earlier than expected. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the details.

NYC weed dispensaries clash over distance rules
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A new legal battle is brewing in Chelsea as cannabis dispensary owners question New York State?s proximity rule for licensed businesses. Dan Morena, founder of Chelsea Cannabis Co., says a nearby competitor, New Amsterdam Cannabis Dispensary, opened just 700 feet away?despite a state regulation meant to ensure 1,000 feet of distance between dispensaries. FOX 5's Arthur Chi'en has the story.

More traffic cameras for NYC drivers?
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New York City drivers could soon face even more traffic cameras under a new proposal aimed at cracking down on double parking, idling in crosswalks, and stopping in restricted areas. The plan, introduced by Queens State Assemblymember Steven Raga, would install 150 new cameras in high-traffic areas across the five boroughs to automatically issue tickets for these violations. FOX 5's Linda Schmidt has the story.

NYPD seeks suspect in Queens mailbox thefts
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The NYPD is searching for a suspect linked to multiple mailbox burglaries in Queens, where checks and checkbooks were stolen from apartment buildings. Surveillance footage shows the same individual breaking into mailboxes on three separate occasions, with incidents occurring on February 5, 10, and 22. FOX 5's Kendall Green has the story.

FBI's New York Chief forced to retire
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FBI New York Field Office Chief James Dennehy has abruptly retired, with reports indicating he was told to submit his retirement papers last Friday without explanation. The Associated Press reports that Dennehy resisted efforts to scrutinize FBI agents involved in politically sensitive investigations.

Trump halts Ukraine aid
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The Trump administration has officially paused all U.S. military aid to Ukraine following a heated Oval Office exchange between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. A White House official says the hold on aid is meant to push Ukraine toward a peace deal and an end to the war with Russia.

Rapper G$ Lil Ronnie, his 5-year-old daughter killed in Forest Hill car wash shooting, family says

Family members identified the victims as a North Texas rapper G$ Lil Ronnie and his 5-year-old daughter, who just celebrated her birthday on Sunday. Police are searching for two gunmen.

‘Doom spending’ surges as Trump’s tariffs hit
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With President Trump’s 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico taking effect Tuesday, many Americans are scrambling to make big purchases before prices go up. This rush to buy—called “doom spending”—is fueled by fear of rising costs. Fox 5’s Duarte Geraldino speaks to financial experts and psychologists about why people are panic-buying and whether it’s a smart move.

72-year-old woman kicked down escalator in Queens
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A 72-year-old woman was kicked down an escalator in an unprovoked attack at the Roosevelt Avenue/74th Street subway station in Queens. FOX 5's Lisa Evers has the story.

Fort Moore reverts to Fort Benning, honoring WWI hero Cpl. Fred G. Benning

Fort Moore, previously named Fort Benning, will revert to its original name, Fort Benning, honoring Cpl. Fred G. Benning, a World War I hero.

'Anora' wins best picture, shines light on NY
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?Anora? took home the coveted best picture prize at the Oscars. The film is set in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Brighton Beach. FOX 5 NY?s Meredith Gorman shows us it?s helped put a spotlight on the community.

Pope Francis back on ventilator amid health setback
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Pope Francis has suffered another setback in his battle with pneumonia, with the Vatican confirming that he has been placed back on a ventilator after experiencing two acute respiratory crises. The 88-year-old pontiff has been hospitalized since Valentine?s Day and had shown signs of improvement before this latest development. FOX 5?s Sharon Crowley has the story.