Concert tours getting canceled? “Blue dot fever” may be behind it
A growing number of major artists are canceling tour dates—or entire tours—and some industry insiders say low ticket sales could be to blame. Dubbed “blue dot fever,” the trend refers to unsold seats showing up on ticket platforms, signaling weaker demand. While some performers cite personal reasons, rising costs and ambitious arena bookings may also be factors. Meanwhile, top-tier acts like Harry Styles and Ariana Grande are still drawing strong crowds, showing not all tours are struggling.
A growing number of major artists are canceling tour dates—or entire tours—and some industry insiders say low ticket sales could be to blame. Dubbed “blue dot fever,” the trend refers to unsold seats showing up on ticket platforms, signaling weaker demand. While some performers cite personal reasons, rising costs and ambitious arena bookings may also be factors. Meanwhile, top-tier acts like Harry Styles and Ariana Grande are still drawing strong crowds, showing not all tours are struggling.
Massive NJ warehouse fire destroys block; toxic smoke, possible welding cause
Fire crews in Belleville, New Jersey are still battling hot spots after a massive warehouse fire tore through a mattress factory, destroying nearly an entire block and damaging nearby homes. Officials say toxic smoke and chemicals filled the air, forcing school closures due to safety concerns. Surveillance video appears to show a worker handling equipment—possibly welding tools—just before flames erupted, but the exact cause remains under investigation.
Fire crews in Belleville, New Jersey are still battling hot spots after a massive warehouse fire tore through a mattress factory, destroying nearly an entire block and damaging nearby homes. Officials say toxic smoke and chemicals filled the air, forcing school closures due to safety concerns. Surveillance video appears to show a worker handling equipment—possibly welding tools—just before flames erupted, but the exact cause remains under investigation.
New video shows suspects in Queens antisemitic graffiti spree
The NYPD released new video of the people suspected of spray-painting swastikas and antisemitic graffiti across Forest Hills and Rego Park. Police say the vandalism hit five locations, including a synagogue, a Jewish center with a pre-K and the home of a Holocaust survivor.
The NYPD released new video of the people suspected of spray-painting swastikas and antisemitic graffiti across Forest Hills and Rego Park. Police say the vandalism hit five locations, including a synagogue, a Jewish center with a pre-K and the home of a Holocaust survivor.
Gas prices rise as Trump pauses Project Freedom
Gas prices are rising as tensions continue around the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump says he is pausing Project Freedom, a plan to help guide ships through the strait, while officials work toward a possible agreement with Iran.
Gas prices are rising as tensions continue around the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump says he is pausing Project Freedom, a plan to help guide ships through the strait, while officials work toward a possible agreement with Iran.
FDA authorizes fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults in major shift under Trump
U.S. health regulators have announced their first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers.
U.S. health regulators have announced their first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers.
Iran ceasefire holds as tensions rise in Strait of Hormuz
Despite new Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. military officials say the ceasefire is holding.
Despite new Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. military officials say the ceasefire is holding.
Kandi Burruss on her upcoming one-woman show
Kandi Burruss is a multi-hyphenate talent, and is currently one of the producers of a recently opened Broadway play, “Joe Turner's Come & Gone.” She recently joined “Good Night New York” to talk her career and upcoming one-woman show.
Kandi Burruss is a multi-hyphenate talent, and is currently one of the producers of a recently opened Broadway play, “Joe Turner's Come & Gone.” She recently joined “Good Night New York” to talk her career and upcoming one-woman show.
Iran ceasefire holds as tensions rise in Strait of Hormuz
U.S. military officials say a "fragile" ceasefire with Iran is holding, despite Iran launching more attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. military officials say a "fragile" ceasefire with Iran is holding, despite Iran launching more attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
App links NYC businesses with influencers for food discounts
The Storytime app is quickly gaining popularity around the city, linking up smaller content creators with local businesses, giving them perks like discounts or free meals in exchange for a social media shoutout.
The Storytime app is quickly gaining popularity around the city, linking up smaller content creators with local businesses, giving them perks like discounts or free meals in exchange for a social media shoutout.
Spokane, WA woman chases child on sidewalk with car: video
Cellphone video captured the driver trying to hit the teen on the sidewalk before she sped away.
Cellphone video captured the driver trying to hit the teen on the sidewalk before she sped away.
New security footage may show cause of Belleville warehouse fire
A fire has been burning at a warehouse in Belleville for three straight days now. Crews are still working to contain hot spots and recently shut off the gas. New security footage from the warehouse now shows what may have sparked the flames.
A fire has been burning at a warehouse in Belleville for three straight days now. Crews are still working to contain hot spots and recently shut off the gas. New security footage from the warehouse now shows what may have sparked the flames.
KeiLyn Durrel Jones talks role in 'Michael'
“Michael,” the biopic on pop icon Michael Jackson, set box-office records opening weekend. One of the breakout stars of the films was an actor who plays “Bill Bray,” Michael’s bodyguard from the late 70’s to early 90’s. KeiLyn Durrel Jones recently joined “Good Night New York.”
“Michael,” the biopic on pop icon Michael Jackson, set box-office records opening weekend. One of the breakout stars of the films was an actor who plays “Bill Bray,” Michael’s bodyguard from the late 70’s to early 90’s. KeiLyn Durrel Jones recently joined “Good Night New York.”
3 'Sloth World' sloths rescued from Florida warehouse have died: What we know
The Central Florida Zoo announced Tuesday the death of Dumpling, one of 13 Sloth World sloths brought under its care in critical condition after being kept in a warehouse on International Drive.
The Central Florida Zoo announced Tuesday the death of Dumpling, one of 13 Sloth World sloths brought under its care in critical condition after being kept in a warehouse on International Drive.
Long Island' Choward's keeps candy nostalgia alive
Choward's has been making mints and gum on Long Island for 90 years.
Choward's has been making mints and gum on Long Island for 90 years.
NY leaders fighting surveillance pricing
FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green explains.
FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green explains.
Border czar threatening to flood NY with ICE agents
FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay breaks it down.
FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay breaks it down.
New Yorkers could get checks for up to $5,000 from the state thanks to this program
New York's Expedited Payment Program finds unclaimed money in things like old bank accounts and uncashed checks, and sends it back to its rightful owner. The state just increased the amount it can pay out at once.
New York's Expedited Payment Program finds unclaimed money in things like old bank accounts and uncashed checks, and sends it back to its rightful owner. The state just increased the amount it can pay out at once.
Tanner Horner sentenced to death for the murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand
After just a few hours of deliberation, jurors sentenced Tanner Horner to death for the murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand in Wise County in 2022.
After just a few hours of deliberation, jurors sentenced Tanner Horner to death for the murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand in Wise County in 2022.
Grand jury indicts WHCD shooting suspect on 4 counts
A federal grand jury has returned a four-count indictment against the man accused in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, adding a new charge.
A federal grand jury has returned a four-count indictment against the man accused in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, adding a new charge.
FULL: Trump restores Presidential Fitness Test
President Donald Trump signed a proclamation Tuesday to bring back the Presidential Fitness Test Award.
President Donald Trump signed a proclamation Tuesday to bring back the Presidential Fitness Test Award.