'Upwelling' turns Long Island ocean water a rare, tropical turquoise
A rare natural phenomenon known as upwelling has temporarily transformed the Atlantic Ocean off Long Island into a vibrant, Caribbean-like turquoise. Consistent high winds are pushing away warm surface water and bringing up nutrient-rich, cold water from the deep ocean, triggering a bloom of microscopic algae that tints the water.
A rare natural phenomenon known as upwelling has temporarily transformed the Atlantic Ocean off Long Island into a vibrant, Caribbean-like turquoise. Consistent high winds are pushing away warm surface water and bringing up nutrient-rich, cold water from the deep ocean, triggering a bloom of microscopic algae that tints the water.
Tough summer job outlook for teens, young adults
FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini breaks it down.
FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini breaks it down.
Supreme Court allows ending of protected status for 356,000 Haitians and Syrians
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to permit the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for roughly 350,000 Haitian nationals and 6,000 Syrian nationals on Thursday. The decision clears a legal path for the potential detention and deportation of these individuals, stripping them of their lawful work authorization and protections.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to permit the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for roughly 350,000 Haitian nationals and 6,000 Syrian nationals on Thursday. The decision clears a legal path for the potential detention and deportation of these individuals, stripping them of their lawful work authorization and protections.
At least 188 dead after back-to-back earthquakes devastate northern Venezuela
Rescuers in northern Venezuela are urgently digging through the rubble of collapsed buildings after consecutive earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck less than a minute apart. The disaster has killed at least 188 people, injured over 1,500 and left hundreds more trapped beneath debris.
Rescuers in northern Venezuela are urgently digging through the rubble of collapsed buildings after consecutive earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck less than a minute apart. The disaster has killed at least 188 people, injured over 1,500 and left hundreds more trapped beneath debris.
Will NYC rent guidelines board freeze the rent?
FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley breaks it down.
FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley breaks it down.
Flight from Newark forced to divert after pilot's mid-flight medical emergency
A routine flight out of Newark took an unexpected detour after a sudden mid-flight emergency.
A routine flight out of Newark took an unexpected detour after a sudden mid-flight emergency.
America 250: Inside the Betsy Ross House in Philadelphia
As America prepares to celebrate 250 years, FOX 5 NY visits the Betsy Ross House in Philadelphia to learn the story of the woman credited with hand-sewing the first American flag in 1776 for General George Washington. The segment also explores a personal family connection to Betsy Ross.
As America prepares to celebrate 250 years, FOX 5 NY visits the Betsy Ross House in Philadelphia to learn the story of the woman credited with hand-sewing the first American flag in 1776 for General George Washington. The segment also explores a personal family connection to Betsy Ross.
Atlanta's Big Tigger denies abuse allegations, wife granted TPO
Longtime radio personality and former television host Big Tigger was arrested over the weekend on child cruelty and battery charges in Fulton County after allegedly pushing his wife into an office door during an argument, causing a deep facial cut, according to court documents.
Longtime radio personality and former television host Big Tigger was arrested over the weekend on child cruelty and battery charges in Fulton County after allegedly pushing his wife into an office door during an argument, causing a deep facial cut, according to court documents.
Great American State Fair: Street closures, parking restrictions and what to know
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.
73-year-old man punched, stabbed on Upper West Side bus; 2 suspects sought
Police are asking for the public's help to identify and locate two suspects wanted for assaulting an elderly man while riding a bus on the Upper West Side earlier this month.
Police are asking for the public's help to identify and locate two suspects wanted for assaulting an elderly man while riding a bus on the Upper West Side earlier this month.
Long Island rabbi goes viral for free ‘kosher cameos’
A Long Island rabbi is using personalized video messages to spread comfort, encouragement and blessings through the community. Rabbi Anchelle Perl calls them “kosher cameos,” similar to celebrity shoutouts but focused on kindness and support instead of fame. FOX 5’s Jodi Goldberg shows how the free messages are reaching people celebrating happy moments and facing difficult ones. Rabbi Perl says he is recording about 10 videos a day, with a three-week waiting list, and hopes each message creates a ripple effect of kindness.
A Long Island rabbi is using personalized video messages to spread comfort, encouragement and blessings through the community. Rabbi Anchelle Perl calls them “kosher cameos,” similar to celebrity shoutouts but focused on kindness and support instead of fame. FOX 5’s Jodi Goldberg shows how the free messages are reaching people celebrating happy moments and facing difficult ones. Rabbi Perl says he is recording about 10 videos a day, with a three-week waiting list, and hopes each message creates a ripple effect of kindness.
World Cup gridlock: NJ transit service, street closures for Thursday's NJ match
A Gridlock Alert Day is in effect ahead of a 4 p.m. FIFA World Cup match at New York-New Jersey Stadium, bringing major street closures and transit shifts.
A Gridlock Alert Day is in effect ahead of a 4 p.m. FIFA World Cup match at New York-New Jersey Stadium, bringing major street closures and transit shifts.
Whitney Houston estate stands up to Oprah, denying her claims about Whitney
The Estate of Whitney Houston, now denying claims that Houston was high during a performance on the Oprah Winfrey show. Winfrey, recently made claims at the Cannes Lions festival, saying that Whitney fell on stage. The Estate, now agreeing that Whitney fell, but it was during a sound check, due to dim lighting. FOX 5’s Ryan Kristafer obtained exclusive video of Houston performing on stage, just after the Oprah performance.
The Estate of Whitney Houston, now denying claims that Houston was high during a performance on the Oprah Winfrey show. Winfrey, recently made claims at the Cannes Lions festival, saying that Whitney fell on stage. The Estate, now agreeing that Whitney fell, but it was during a sound check, due to dim lighting. FOX 5’s Ryan Kristafer obtained exclusive video of Houston performing on stage, just after the Oprah performance.
Ex Adams aide pleads not guilty in migrant shelter bribery case amid separate NYPD raids
A former top aide to New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been arraigned on bribery charges, while federal authorities simultaneously executed search warrants on the homes of several high-ranking current and former NYPD officials.
A former top aide to New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been arraigned on bribery charges, while federal authorities simultaneously executed search warrants on the homes of several high-ranking current and former NYPD officials.
Curaçao vs Ivory Coast preview: Knockout hopes on the line for both in Philadelphia
Curaçao faces Ivory Coast at Philadelphia Stadium in a Group E World Cup match with knockout-stage hopes on the line for both teams.
Curaçao faces Ivory Coast at Philadelphia Stadium in a Group E World Cup match with knockout-stage hopes on the line for both teams.
32 dead after 2 massive earthquakes rock Venezuela in less than a minute
In less than a minute’s time, two massive earthquakes shook the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday evening, turning buildings into rubble as panicked people rushed onto the streets for safety.
In less than a minute’s time, two massive earthquakes shook the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday evening, turning buildings into rubble as panicked people rushed onto the streets for safety.
Frank Carone, 3 others plead not guilty in bribery case; NYPD officials raided
A former top aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams has been arraigned on bribery charges, while federal authorities simultaneously executed search warrants on the homes of several high-ranking current and former NYPD officials.
A former top aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams has been arraigned on bribery charges, while federal authorities simultaneously executed search warrants on the homes of several high-ranking current and former NYPD officials.
Detroit Lions player arrested in connection to violent Tampa armed robbery, kidnapping
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested four months after a Tampa armed robbery and kidnapping linked to an Airbnb the player rented in Largo.
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested four months after a Tampa armed robbery and kidnapping linked to an Airbnb the player rented in Largo.
Feds search Humboldt Co. rescue for evidence of alleged mass killings as over 700 animals remain missing
Investigators identified about 900 animals transferred to Miranda’s Rescue since January of last year, but could only confirm a little more than 100 adoptions.
Investigators identified about 900 animals transferred to Miranda’s Rescue since January of last year, but could only confirm a little more than 100 adoptions.
Connecticut tavern linked to Revolutionary War
FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas has more.
FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas has more.