Gov. Lamont running for reelection in CT gubernatorial primary: Platform, endorsements, more
There are two Democratic candidates for CT's upcoming gubernatorial primary. Here's a closer look at Gov. Lamont, who is running for reelection.
There are two Democratic candidates for CT's upcoming gubernatorial primary. Here's a closer look at Gov. Lamont, who is running for reelection.
Connecticut primary election 2026: Key races, what's on the ballot
It's that time of year again. Here's everything on the ballot that CT voters should keep in mind.
It's that time of year again. Here's everything on the ballot that CT voters should keep in mind.
Staten Island judge temporarily blocks Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax
A Staten Island judge has temporarily blocked Mayor Zohran Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has the latest.
A Staten Island judge has temporarily blocked Mayor Zohran Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has the latest.
NYC trying new technology to cool subway platforms
New York City leaders are working on a plan to deal with the uncomfortable heat that plagues the subway platforms. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay breaks it down.
New York City leaders are working on a plan to deal with the uncomfortable heat that plagues the subway platforms. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay breaks it down.
Trump loses 21st straight court fight over state voter rolls
The Trump administration suffered its 21st court loss this year in its push for state voter rolls after a judge ruled that states are not legally required to share the data.
The Trump administration suffered its 21st court loss this year in its push for state voter rolls after a judge ruled that states are not legally required to share the data.
Joint Base Charleston re-named Joint Base Lindsey Graham in honor of late senator
A ceremony was held Monday renaming Joint Base Charleston in South Carolina to Joint Base Lindsey Graham in honor of the late senator.
A ceremony was held Monday renaming Joint Base Charleston in South Carolina to Joint Base Lindsey Graham in honor of the late senator.
Todd Blanche confirmed as attorney general
Todd Blanche, President Donald Trump’s former personal attorney, has been confirmed as the next U.S. attorney general in a narrow 50-49 vote.
Todd Blanche, President Donald Trump’s former personal attorney, has been confirmed as the next U.S. attorney general in a narrow 50-49 vote.
Politics Unusual: Sen. Gianaris reflects on 26 years; big events boost NYC restaurants
On this episode of Politics Unusual, State Sen. Mike Gianaris reflects on 26 years in the New York Legislature as he leaves office early, including Democrats’ rise in the State Senate, the growing influence of democratic socialism and the candidate set to succeed him. Plus, NYC Hospitality Alliance Executive Director Andrew Rigie discusses the boost restaurants and bars saw from major events this summer — and why he says City Hall still needs to make it easier for small businesses to operate.
On this episode of Politics Unusual, State Sen. Mike Gianaris reflects on 26 years in the New York Legislature as he leaves office early, including Democrats’ rise in the State Senate, the growing influence of democratic socialism and the candidate set to succeed him. Plus, NYC Hospitality Alliance Executive Director Andrew Rigie discusses the boost restaurants and bars saw from major events this summer — and why he says City Hall still needs to make it easier for small businesses to operate.
DOJ: Duke Law illegally used race in consideration for admission
The Justice Department accused Duke University’s law school of wrongfully using race-based factors in its admissions process, as the Trump administration continues its enforcement on diversity practices in higher education.
The Justice Department accused Duke University’s law school of wrongfully using race-based factors in its admissions process, as the Trump administration continues its enforcement on diversity practices in higher education.
Trump mulls executive order on vaccines and autism: report
The Trump administration is considering an executive order to explore potential links between vaccines and autism, reopening an issue despite years of scientific evidence showing no connection between the two.
The Trump administration is considering an executive order to explore potential links between vaccines and autism, reopening an issue despite years of scientific evidence showing no connection between the two.
EXCLUSIVE: Mamdani talks democratic socialism, pied-à-terre tax
In this exclusive interview, Mayor Zohran Mamdani talks with FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay about a potential rise in democratic socialism across the country, as well as the recent reaction to the newly established pied-à-terre tax.
In this exclusive interview, Mayor Zohran Mamdani talks with FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay about a potential rise in democratic socialism across the country, as well as the recent reaction to the newly established pied-à-terre tax.
Trump administration moves to decertify Kentucky organ donation group
The Trump administration said Wednesday it will shut down a Kentucky organ donation group accused of continuing plans for organ retrieval from some patients who unexpectedly showed signs of life.
The Trump administration said Wednesday it will shut down a Kentucky organ donation group accused of continuing plans for organ retrieval from some patients who unexpectedly showed signs of life.
How contempt of Congress works - and the next steps in the contempt case against Dr. Fauci
The committee’s vote on whether to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt is the first step in the process, but the next step has yet to be decided.
The committee’s vote on whether to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt is the first step in the process, but the next step has yet to be decided.
Rep. Chuck Edwards ends campaign after ethics committee cites inappropriate conduct
North Carolina Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards announced Wednesday that he is ending his reelection campaign, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured.
North Carolina Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards announced Wednesday that he is ending his reelection campaign, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured.
Dr. Fauci held in contempt of Congress by Senate committee
A Senate committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after his recent testimony before lawmakers during which he invoked his Fifth Amendment rights more than one hundred times.
A Senate committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after his recent testimony before lawmakers during which he invoked his Fifth Amendment rights more than one hundred times.
Political pundit talks potential push left post Michigan primary election
Progressive political pundit Chris Hahn speaks to FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt about what the results of Michigan's recent primary election could mean for the rest of the country.
Progressive political pundit Chris Hahn speaks to FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt about what the results of Michigan's recent primary election could mean for the rest of the country.
Who is Abdul El-Sayed?: Michigan Democratic primary election results
Progressive Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed has won his primary election. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt breaks it down.
Progressive Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed has won his primary election. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt breaks it down.
Erica Schwartz: Who is the new CDC director?
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.
Texas investigates American Academy of Pediatrics over childhood vaccine recommendations
The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.
The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.
Rep. Max Miller calls for ethics probe following abuse allegations
U.S. Rep. Max Miller has requested a House Ethics Committee investigation into abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, saying he wants to clear his name.
U.S. Rep. Max Miller has requested a House Ethics Committee investigation into abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, saying he wants to clear his name.



















