Amazon workers strike at multiple facilities
Workers at seven Amazon facilities are on strike. The Teamsters union said the workers joined picket lines on Thursday after Amazon ignored a Sunday deadline the union set for contract negotiations. The union called it the largest strike against the company in U.S. history. Amazon says it doesn't expect the labor action to impact its operations during the busy holiday shopping period.
Workers at seven Amazon facilities are on strike. The Teamsters union said the workers joined picket lines on Thursday after Amazon ignored a Sunday deadline the union set for contract negotiations. The union called it the largest strike against the company in U.S. history. Amazon says it doesn't expect the labor action to impact its operations during the busy holiday shopping period.
A 'Dear Santa' letter from a New York sports fan
Lou Albanese has been a sports producer for nearly 40 years at FOX 5. He is reaching out to Santa to see if he can get The Jets and Giants off the naughty list and bring some much needed cheer to New York football fans.
Lou Albanese has been a sports producer for nearly 40 years at FOX 5. He is reaching out to Santa to see if he can get The Jets and Giants off the naughty list and bring some much needed cheer to New York football fans.
Ingrid Lewis-Martin facing bribery charges
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, a former advisor to NYC Mayor Eric Adams, is getting indicted and facing bribery charges. Prosecutors say they stem from a "quid pro quo" arrangement involving her son and two real estate investors. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the details.
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, a former advisor to NYC Mayor Eric Adams, is getting indicted and facing bribery charges. Prosecutors say they stem from a "quid pro quo" arrangement involving her son and two real estate investors. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the details.
Luigi Mangione extradited to NYC
Luigi Mangione, accused of assassinating United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was extradited to New York and appeared in Manhattan federal court on Friday. He is being held without bail after a New York federal court appearance on charges including a death-eligible murder count. FOX 5's Linda Schmidt and Michelle Ross have the story.
Luigi Mangione, accused of assassinating United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was extradited to New York and appeared in Manhattan federal court on Friday. He is being held without bail after a New York federal court appearance on charges including a death-eligible murder count. FOX 5's Linda Schmidt and Michelle Ross have the story.
Luigi Mangione facing federal charges
Mangione learned Thursday afternoon he's facing federal charges in connection with Thompson's death. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley reports how that effects the case against him.
Mangione learned Thursday afternoon he's facing federal charges in connection with Thompson's death. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley reports how that effects the case against him.
Texas puts up billboards in Mexico, Central America to warn migrants about trip to U.S.
Abbott announced that dozens of billboards will be put up in Mexico and Central America to warn migrants about the danger involved in crossing the border. Here's what they say.
Abbott announced that dozens of billboards will be put up in Mexico and Central America to warn migrants about the danger involved in crossing the border. Here's what they say.
NY News Update - Luigi Mangione extradited to NY, advisor to Eric Adams charged with bribery
In this NY News Update, we look at alleged CEO killer Luigi Mangione being brought to New York to face federal murder charges, Mayor Eric Adams' former advisor being charged with bribery, and a massive nationwide strike by Amazon workers.
In this NY News Update, we look at alleged CEO killer Luigi Mangione being brought to New York to face federal murder charges, Mayor Eric Adams' former advisor being charged with bribery, and a massive nationwide strike by Amazon workers.
Luigi Mangione arrives in NYC
Alleged CEO killer Luigi Mangione has arrived in New York City after waiving extradition at a court appearance in Pennsylvania on Thursday.
Alleged CEO killer Luigi Mangione has arrived in New York City after waiving extradition at a court appearance in Pennsylvania on Thursday.
Ingrid Lewis-Martin faces criminal charges amid accusations of bribery, money laundering
Lewis-Martin's attorney, Arthur Aidala, told reporters this week that she was expected to face criminal charges related to alleged improper gifts after turning herself in. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the details.
Lewis-Martin's attorney, Arthur Aidala, told reporters this week that she was expected to face criminal charges related to alleged improper gifts after turning herself in. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the details.
Federal authorities file murder, stalking, and weapons charges against Luigi
The federal charges against Mangione remained sealed, but several people familiar with the matter said the case would be made public in the afternoon. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.
The federal charges against Mangione remained sealed, but several people familiar with the matter said the case would be made public in the afternoon. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.
Mangione seemingly in 'good spirits' during court appearance
The federal charges against Mangione remained sealed, but several people familiar with the matter said the case would be made public in the afternoon. FOX 5 NY's Michelle Ross has the latest.
The federal charges against Mangione remained sealed, but several people familiar with the matter said the case would be made public in the afternoon. FOX 5 NY's Michelle Ross has the latest.
Luigi Mangione waives extradition, headed back to NYC
Mangione agreed to return to New York to face a state murder charge at a morning court appearance in Pennsylvania. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the latest from the airport.
Mangione agreed to return to New York to face a state murder charge at a morning court appearance in Pennsylvania. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the latest from the airport.
Appeals court removes prosecutor Fani Willis from Georgia election case against Trump, others
A state appeals court on Thursday removed Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from the Georgia election interference case against Donald Trump and others but did not dismiss the indictment.
A state appeals court on Thursday removed Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from the Georgia election interference case against Donald Trump and others but did not dismiss the indictment.
Luigi Mangione waives extradition, headed to NYC
Alleged CEO killer Luigi Mangione appeared inside a Pennsylvania courtroom this morning and waived extradition, meaning the 26-year-old could be back in New York City as early as later today. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses and Michelle Ross have the latest from outside the courthouse.
Alleged CEO killer Luigi Mangione appeared inside a Pennsylvania courtroom this morning and waived extradition, meaning the 26-year-old could be back in New York City as early as later today. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses and Michelle Ross have the latest from outside the courthouse.
Amazon workers go on strike
Teamsters launched strikes today at seven Amazon facilities, strategically timed less than a week before Christmas, a critical period for e-commerce. FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler reports that the Teamsters deliberately scheduled the strike during the holiday season to maximize its impact.
Teamsters launched strikes today at seven Amazon facilities, strategically timed less than a week before Christmas, a critical period for e-commerce. FOX 5 NY's Hayley Fixler reports that the Teamsters deliberately scheduled the strike during the holiday season to maximize its impact.
Luigi Mangione to appear at extradition hearing
Alleged CEO killer Luigi Mangione is scheduled to appear inside a Pennsylvania courtroom this morning, where he's expected to waive extradition. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the details.
Alleged CEO killer Luigi Mangione is scheduled to appear inside a Pennsylvania courtroom this morning, where he's expected to waive extradition. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the details.
2024 in Hip-Hop - STREET SOLDIERS
Hip-Hop in 2024 reached new heights of creativity and competition, with rap battles like Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake captivating fans. Female artists like Latto and ScarLip made major waves, while the genre mourned the loss of several legendary DJs. Controversies also rocked the industry, including federal charges against Sean "Diddy" Combs and accusations against Jay-Z. Lisa Evers recaps the year in this episode of Street Soldiers.
Hip-Hop in 2024 reached new heights of creativity and competition, with rap battles like Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake captivating fans. Female artists like Latto and ScarLip made major waves, while the genre mourned the loss of several legendary DJs. Controversies also rocked the industry, including federal charges against Sean "Diddy" Combs and accusations against Jay-Z. Lisa Evers recaps the year in this episode of Street Soldiers.
Study: Teen substance use drops post-pandemic
A new study shows a significant decline in teen substance use post-pandemic, with fewer teens smoking, drinking, or using marijuana. Researchers credit the COVID-19 lockdowns for sparking the trend, but there?s a catch?nicotine pouch use has doubled among high school seniors. FOX 5's Richard Giacovas has the story.
A new study shows a significant decline in teen substance use post-pandemic, with fewer teens smoking, drinking, or using marijuana. Researchers credit the COVID-19 lockdowns for sparking the trend, but there?s a catch?nicotine pouch use has doubled among high school seniors. FOX 5's Richard Giacovas has the story.
MTA fare hike: What riders need to know
NYC subway and bus fares are set to rise to $3 per ride by August 2024 following the MTA board's approval of a 4% fare hike. The increase comes as congestion pricing is slated to begin in January, charging drivers $9 daily below 60th Street in Manhattan. Here's what you need to know about the future of getting around in New York City.
NYC subway and bus fares are set to rise to $3 per ride by August 2024 following the MTA board's approval of a 4% fare hike. The increase comes as congestion pricing is slated to begin in January, charging drivers $9 daily below 60th Street in Manhattan. Here's what you need to know about the future of getting around in New York City.
Madison school shooting; shooter messaged California man accused of plotting own attack
A California judge has ordered a man to surrender his guns and ammunition after police learned he messaged the teen who carried out a school shooting in Wisconsin about his own plans to target a government building with a gun or explosives.
A California judge has ordered a man to surrender his guns and ammunition after police learned he messaged the teen who carried out a school shooting in Wisconsin about his own plans to target a government building with a gun or explosives.