Nonprofit struggles to fund Disney trips for sick kids
Baking Memories 4 Kids, a nonprofit based in Rockland County, is facing a heartbreaking shortfall this holiday season. Founder Frank Squeo and his dedicated volunteers bake and sell cookies to fund dream vacations to Disney World, SeaWorld, and Universal Studios for terminally ill children. But with boxes of cookies still unsold, the charity may have to turn families away in the new year. FOX 5's Richard Giacovas has the story.
Baking Memories 4 Kids, a nonprofit based in Rockland County, is facing a heartbreaking shortfall this holiday season. Founder Frank Squeo and his dedicated volunteers bake and sell cookies to fund dream vacations to Disney World, SeaWorld, and Universal Studios for terminally ill children. But with boxes of cookies still unsold, the charity may have to turn families away in the new year. FOX 5's Richard Giacovas has the story.
101-Year-Old WWII veteran honored with French Legion of Honor
101-year-old WWII veteran Private Frank Agoglia was awarded the French Legion of Honor Medal at the Long Island State Veterans Home at Stony Brook University. Agoglia, a member of the 82nd Airborne Division during the Battle of Normandy, is a recipient of two Bronze Stars, a Purple Heart, and the French Freedom Medal. FOX 5's Jodi Goldberg has the story.
101-year-old WWII veteran Private Frank Agoglia was awarded the French Legion of Honor Medal at the Long Island State Veterans Home at Stony Brook University. Agoglia, a member of the 82nd Airborne Division during the Battle of Normandy, is a recipient of two Bronze Stars, a Purple Heart, and the French Freedom Medal. FOX 5's Jodi Goldberg has the story.
Finding Faith - How faith can deal divisions
As the holidays approach, FOX 5's Sharon Crowley sits down with some of New York City?s most influential faith leaders, including Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Rabbi Joseph Potasnik, and Reverend Jacques DeGraff, to explore how faith can help heal political and family divisions.
As the holidays approach, FOX 5's Sharon Crowley sits down with some of New York City?s most influential faith leaders, including Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Rabbi Joseph Potasnik, and Reverend Jacques DeGraff, to explore how faith can help heal political and family divisions.
NY cracking down on restaurant reservation resales
If you've been struggling to get a reservation at a hot restaurant in New York, a new law will make life a lot easier by banning the sale of black market reservations. FOX 5's Meredith Gorman has the story.
If you've been struggling to get a reservation at a hot restaurant in New York, a new law will make life a lot easier by banning the sale of black market reservations. FOX 5's Meredith Gorman has the story.
Mayor Adams' bribery case delayed until January
Mayor Eric Adams? federal bribery case has been delayed, with his court hearing now set for late January. FOX 5?s Morgan McKay reports on the latest developments and what this could mean for the mayor?s political future.
Mayor Eric Adams? federal bribery case has been delayed, with his court hearing now set for late January. FOX 5?s Morgan McKay reports on the latest developments and what this could mean for the mayor?s political future.
Battle over congestion pricing heads to court
The controversial NYC congestion pricing plan is set to launch in just over two weeks, but multiple lawsuits are aiming to delay or stop it. FOX 5's Linda Schmidt has the story.
The controversial NYC congestion pricing plan is set to launch in just over two weeks, but multiple lawsuits are aiming to delay or stop it. FOX 5's Linda Schmidt has the story.
Driver Plows Into Germany Christmas Market
Authorities in the German city of Magdeburg say at least two people were killed and dozens were injured after a car plowed into a busy Christmas market in a suspected attack. Officials say an adult and toddler were killed in Friday's suspected attack. At least 60 other people were were injured, including 15 who were hurt very seriously, according to the city government?s website.
Authorities in the German city of Magdeburg say at least two people were killed and dozens were injured after a car plowed into a busy Christmas market in a suspected attack. Officials say an adult and toddler were killed in Friday's suspected attack. At least 60 other people were were injured, including 15 who were hurt very seriously, according to the city government?s website.
Snow, freezing temperatures set to slam NYC
New York City will see a mixture of rain and snow this evening before an arctic blast sweeps into the northeast this weekend, bringing freezing temperatures and gusty winds.
New York City will see a mixture of rain and snow this evening before an arctic blast sweeps into the northeast this weekend, bringing freezing temperatures and gusty winds.
NY News Update - Will a government shutdown be avoided? Will congestion pricing begin on time?
In this NY News Update, we look at the last-minute lawsuits filed to try and stop the beginning of congestion pricing in Manhattan, and attempts to prevent a government shutdown in Washington, D.C.
In this NY News Update, we look at the last-minute lawsuits filed to try and stop the beginning of congestion pricing in Manhattan, and attempts to prevent a government shutdown in Washington, D.C.
Delphi murders trial: Richard Allen sentenced in killings of 2 girls
The man convicted in the 2017 murders of two teenage girls in Delphi, Indiana, learned his prison sentence today.
The man convicted in the 2017 murders of two teenage girls in Delphi, Indiana, learned his prison sentence today.
FAA bans drones over NJ towns
The FAA has implemented temporary flight restrictions on drones across 22 towns in New Jersey, citing security concerns. The ban, which includes threats of deadly force against rogue drones, also extends to critical infrastructure sites in New York, according to Governor Kathy Hochul. FOX 5's Richard Giacovas has the story.
The FAA has implemented temporary flight restrictions on drones across 22 towns in New Jersey, citing security concerns. The ban, which includes threats of deadly force against rogue drones, also extends to critical infrastructure sites in New York, according to Governor Kathy Hochul. FOX 5's Richard Giacovas has the story.
Holiday delays loom as Amazon workers go on strike
Amazon workers, represented by the Teamsters Union, have gone on strike just days before Christmas, demanding higher wages, better benefits, and improved working conditions. The demonstrations, including picket lines in Maspeth, Queens, have already led to arrests and concerns over potential holiday delivery delays. FOX 5's Kendall Green has the story.
Amazon workers, represented by the Teamsters Union, have gone on strike just days before Christmas, demanding higher wages, better benefits, and improved working conditions. The demonstrations, including picket lines in Maspeth, Queens, have already led to arrests and concerns over potential holiday delivery delays. FOX 5's Kendall Green has the story.
Luigi Mangione facing federal murder charges
Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appeared in Manhattan federal court Thursday on charges that could carry the death penalty. FOX 5's Sharon Crowley has the latest.
Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appeared in Manhattan federal court Thursday on charges that could carry the death penalty. FOX 5's Sharon Crowley has the latest.
Herald Square holiday market reopens after fire
The Herald Square Holiday Market is back after a devastating fire earlier this week destroyed over a dozen booths. FOX 5's Kendall Green has the story.
The Herald Square Holiday Market is back after a devastating fire earlier this week destroyed over a dozen booths. FOX 5's Kendall Green has the story.
Baking behind bars offers a fresh start for inmates at Maryland correctional facility
Deep within a Maryland jail, a group of inmates are choosing to rise above their pasts, transforming simple ingredients into sweet possibilities, and baking their way toward a future sprinkled with hope.
Deep within a Maryland jail, a group of inmates are choosing to rise above their pasts, transforming simple ingredients into sweet possibilities, and baking their way toward a future sprinkled with hope.
Imran Ansari on Luigi Mangione case
Former Brooklyn Prosecutor Imran Ansari joins FOX 5 to break down the latest legal developments in the high-profile Luigi Mangione case.
Former Brooklyn Prosecutor Imran Ansari joins FOX 5 to break down the latest legal developments in the high-profile Luigi Mangione case.
Grinch steals Christmas tree from NY church
A Rockland County church is reeling after their beloved Christmas tree, decorated with gloves and mittens for those in need, was stolen.
A Rockland County church is reeling after their beloved Christmas tree, decorated with gloves and mittens for those in need, was stolen.
Local pantry brings fresh food to NYC public housing
A local pantry is making it easier for New Yorkers in need to access fresh food. FOX 5 NY?s Meredith Gorman shows us what they?re doing to help people living in public housing.
A local pantry is making it easier for New Yorkers in need to access fresh food. FOX 5 NY?s Meredith Gorman shows us what they?re doing to help people living in public housing.
Luigi Mangione case draws tourists to NYC
The case of Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, continues to attract widespread attention. Tourists from around the world gathered at a Lower Manhattan helipad to witness Mangione?s high-profile arrival.
The case of Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, continues to attract widespread attention. Tourists from around the world gathered at a Lower Manhattan helipad to witness Mangione?s high-profile arrival.
Long Island nursing home residents facing eviction
Residents of a Long Island nursing home are facing eviction unless they can win a legal fight to stop it. FOX 5 NY?s Jessica Formoso has the story.
Residents of a Long Island nursing home are facing eviction unless they can win a legal fight to stop it. FOX 5 NY?s Jessica Formoso has the story.