Crawling burglar caught on camera
The NYPD says a woman on home surveillance camera video crawling along the floor and stuffing things into a bag stole jewelry and silverware worth about $2,000 .
The NYPD says a woman on home surveillance camera video crawling along the floor and stuffing things into a bag stole jewelry and silverware worth about $2,000 .
Eric Garner's mother confronts the mayor
Four years ago this month, Eric Garner died in an encounter with police officers on Staten Island. Now disciplinary proceedings are moving forward against NYPD Officer Daniel Pantaleo and Sgt. Kizzy Adonis, the supervising sergeant who was on the scene when Pantaleo placed Garner in a chokehold.
Four years ago this month, Eric Garner died in an encounter with police officers on Staten Island. Now disciplinary proceedings are moving forward against NYPD Officer Daniel Pantaleo and Sgt. Kizzy Adonis, the supervising sergeant who was on the scene when Pantaleo placed Garner in a chokehold.
MTA fare hikes
Commuters in the New York area can expect to pay more to ride the subways and buses soon. At an MTA board meeting Wednesday, MTA Chairman Joe Lhota said the agency has "a clear and urgent need for new and consistent revenues." He proposed two rounds of 4-percent fare hikes: one in 2019 and another in 2021.
Commuters in the New York area can expect to pay more to ride the subways and buses soon. At an MTA board meeting Wednesday, MTA Chairman Joe Lhota said the agency has "a clear and urgent need for new and consistent revenues." He proposed two rounds of 4-percent fare hikes: one in 2019 and another in 2021.
Replace libraries with Amazon?
A Long Island University economics professor argued in a Forbes.com opinion piece that the nation ought to replace public libraries with Amazon because people now study in Starbucks, get their books online, and his local library claims too many of his tax dollars.
A Long Island University economics professor argued in a Forbes.com opinion piece that the nation ought to replace public libraries with Amazon because people now study in Starbucks, get their books online, and his local library claims too many of his tax dollars.
Man grieves for slain son
Rodrick Richey said his heart is broken in pieces. In an exclusive interview with Fox 5, the grieving father spoke of his son Justin, who was shot five times Sunday night in East New York?the day after his 16th birthday. Rodrick said Justin was an excellent kid who loved everybody.
Rodrick Richey said his heart is broken in pieces. In an exclusive interview with Fox 5, the grieving father spoke of his son Justin, who was shot five times Sunday night in East New York?the day after his 16th birthday. Rodrick said Justin was an excellent kid who loved everybody.
Eric Garner's family seeks justice
Tuesday was a sad day for the family of Eric Garner as they marked four years since he died from an illegal police chokehold. It was also a time of extreme frustration for his loved ones and supporters as they wonder why police officers have not been held accountable.
Tuesday was a sad day for the family of Eric Garner as they marked four years since he died from an illegal police chokehold. It was also a time of extreme frustration for his loved ones and supporters as they wonder why police officers have not been held accountable.
NYPD to probe cops in Garner case
With no end in sight in the U.S. Justice Department's investigation into the death of Eric Garner, the New York City Police Department has decided to move ahead with an internal disciplinary probe of the officers' actions in the incident that unfolded four years ago on Staten Island.
With no end in sight in the U.S. Justice Department's investigation into the death of Eric Garner, the New York City Police Department has decided to move ahead with an internal disciplinary probe of the officers' actions in the incident that unfolded four years ago on Staten Island.
Cop leaves hospital (NYPD video)
Det. Miguel Soto was shot in the thigh while confronting a suspect. Hours later, he was released from a hospital. (Video courtesy of NYPD via Twitter)
Det. Miguel Soto was shot in the thigh while confronting a suspect. Hours later, he was released from a hospital. (Video courtesy of NYPD via Twitter)
Cop leaves hospital (NYPD video)
Officers clap and cheer for NYPD Det. Miguel Soto of the Brooklyn North Warrants Squad as he leaves the hospital just hours after being shot. (Video courtesy of NYPD via Twitter)
Officers clap and cheer for NYPD Det. Miguel Soto of the Brooklyn North Warrants Squad as he leaves the hospital just hours after being shot. (Video courtesy of NYPD via Twitter)
Slain cop honored
A New York City street has been renamed in honor of a police officer who was ambushed and killed last year in a parked police vehicle. What is now Detective Miosotis Familia Way is part of Ryer Avenue by the Bronx stationhouse where Familia worked. A renaming ceremony was held Thursday, the anniversary of her death.
A New York City street has been renamed in honor of a police officer who was ambushed and killed last year in a parked police vehicle. What is now Detective Miosotis Familia Way is part of Ryer Avenue by the Bronx stationhouse where Familia worked. A renaming ceremony was held Thursday, the anniversary of her death.
Statue of Liberty climber in court
Therese Okoumou, who goes by Patricia, walked out of federal court a free woman the day after scaling the Statue of Liberty to protest President Donald Trump's immigration policy. Her protest forced the evacuation of liberty island on one of its busiest days of the year?the 4th of July holiday. Okoumo, a naturalized U.S. citizen originally from the Republic of Congo, pled not guilty to misdemeanor charges of trespassing, disorderly conduct, and interference with government function.
Therese Okoumou, who goes by Patricia, walked out of federal court a free woman the day after scaling the Statue of Liberty to protest President Donald Trump's immigration policy. Her protest forced the evacuation of liberty island on one of its busiest days of the year?the 4th of July holiday. Okoumo, a naturalized U.S. citizen originally from the Republic of Congo, pled not guilty to misdemeanor charges of trespassing, disorderly conduct, and interference with government function.
Fireworks illuminate NYC sky
The annual Macy's 4th of July fireworks show wowed millions of spectators in New York City and beyond. The 42nd annual celebration included seven barges positioned along the East River between East 23rd Street and East 40th Street in Manhattan.
The annual Macy's 4th of July fireworks show wowed millions of spectators in New York City and beyond. The 42nd annual celebration included seven barges positioned along the East River between East 23rd Street and East 40th Street in Manhattan.
Police rescue at Statue of Liberty
A woman climbed the exterior of the structure of the Statue of Liberty and then sat down by one of the statue's feet around 4 p.m., authorities said. U.S. Park Police and NYPD officers spent hours trying to talk her down. She spent some time sitting, lying, and moving around the base. At one point, she removed her sneakers and tried to climb higher on the statue but wasn't able to get any higher.
A woman climbed the exterior of the structure of the Statue of Liberty and then sat down by one of the statue's feet around 4 p.m., authorities said. U.S. Park Police and NYPD officers spent hours trying to talk her down. She spent some time sitting, lying, and moving around the base. At one point, she removed her sneakers and tried to climb higher on the statue but wasn't able to get any higher.
SkyFoxHD Video: Cops grab climber
NYPD ESU officers grabbed a woman who had climbed up to the foot of the Statue of Liberty on July 4, 2018. She had spent several hours sitting, lying, and moving around the base. At one point, she removed her sneakers and tried to climb higher on the statue but wasn't able to get any higher.
NYPD ESU officers grabbed a woman who had climbed up to the foot of the Statue of Liberty on July 4, 2018. She had spent several hours sitting, lying, and moving around the base. At one point, she removed her sneakers and tried to climb higher on the statue but wasn't able to get any higher.
Statue of Liberty climber (Courtesy of Eric Kwasi Oppong)
A person climbed part of the way up the outside of the Statue of Liberty. Authorities are on the scene Eric Kwasi Oppong posted this video on Twitter.
A person climbed part of the way up the outside of the Statue of Liberty. Authorities are on the scene Eric Kwasi Oppong posted this video on Twitter.
July shopping deals
July is typically a really good month for sales, but this Fourth of July might disappoint, according to Trae Bodge, a smart shopping expert with Slickdeals. Because the holiday falls on a Wednesday this year, Trae isn't seeing a ton of impressive sale activity. Department stores like Macy's are offering some discounts, but don't expect anything spectacular this year besides the fireworks.
July is typically a really good month for sales, but this Fourth of July might disappoint, according to Trae Bodge, a smart shopping expert with Slickdeals. Because the holiday falls on a Wednesday this year, Trae isn't seeing a ton of impressive sale activity. Department stores like Macy's are offering some discounts, but don't expect anything spectacular this year besides the fireworks.
Amazon to fund delivery startups
The online retailer has been looking for a while to find a way to have more control over how its packages are delivered. With its new program rolling out Thursday, contractors around the country can launch businesses that deliver Amazon packages. The move gives Amazon more ways to ship its packages to shoppers without having to rely on UPS, FedEx and other package delivery services.
The online retailer has been looking for a while to find a way to have more control over how its packages are delivered. With its new program rolling out Thursday, contractors around the country can launch businesses that deliver Amazon packages. The move gives Amazon more ways to ship its packages to shoppers without having to rely on UPS, FedEx and other package delivery services.
Mayor of 1PP
Everyone knows Peter Farley. He is affectionately called the "Mayor of 1 Police Plaza," which is the NYPD's headquarters. He works in the criminal records department and distributes mail throughout the building. He has his own personal mail cart with his name on it. Peter has proudly worked for the NYPD for 44 years.
Everyone knows Peter Farley. He is affectionately called the "Mayor of 1 Police Plaza," which is the NYPD's headquarters. He works in the criminal records department and distributes mail throughout the building. He has his own personal mail cart with his name on it. Peter has proudly worked for the NYPD for 44 years.
Arrests in Bronx murder
Police have made several arrests in connection with last week's killing of a 15-year-old boy at a Bronx bodega. The NYPD arrested Kevin Alvarez, 19, of the Bronx, on Sunday. He was charged with murder and gang assault. Law enforcement sources told Fox 5 News that police in New Jersey took three suspects into custody. A fifth suspect was reportedly picked up in the Dominican Republic.
Police have made several arrests in connection with last week's killing of a 15-year-old boy at a Bronx bodega. The NYPD arrested Kevin Alvarez, 19, of the Bronx, on Sunday. He was charged with murder and gang assault. Law enforcement sources told Fox 5 News that police in New Jersey took three suspects into custody. A fifth suspect was reportedly picked up in the Dominican Republic.
Yankees honor 101-year-old retired cop
Fox 5 first reported about Nick Calabrese in May. At 101, he is the oldest living retired NYPD detective and was honored by the Detectives Endowment Association. The Yankees heard about Nick and invited him to Yankee Stadium for a special visit.
Fox 5 first reported about Nick Calabrese in May. At 101, he is the oldest living retired NYPD detective and was honored by the Detectives Endowment Association. The Yankees heard about Nick and invited him to Yankee Stadium for a special visit.