2026 NYC primary election, explained
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Tuesday is primary election day in New York, with candidates vying for spots on almost every level, from open State Senate seats to competitive U.S. congressional races Political experts Trip Yang and J.C. Polanco join Morgan McKay to explain.

Mamdani on NY primary endorsements, AIPAC comments, Winter Olympics, more
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani answered questions from reporters on Monday, June 22, with a focus on his endorsements in the 2026 primary election and his commments regarding AIPAC "dark money."

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday that he will step down as leader of the governing Labour Party, ending a tenure that lasted less than two years after his landslide victory in 2024. 

Felony warning issued as arrests reported at Reflecting Pool

Federal officials warn visitors that taking paint chips, debris or other materials from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during cleanup of an algae bloom could lead to felony charges.

Politics Unusual: Mayor Mamdani, NYC primary roundtable
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In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks exclusively with Mayor Zohran Mamdani to discuss the city's budget, the rent freeze vote and the upcoming primary election. Then, two political strategists talk hot races in the primary, and the impact of the mayor's endorsement.

Report: White House delaying release of voting machine security study

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence released a new report implying that voting machines could face software vulnerabilities ahead of the November midterm elections.

Trump administration to cut student loan interest rates

With millions of student loan borrowers in default, the Trump administration announced a plan for a slight reduction in student loan interest rates to provide some relief for borrowers paying back their loans.

Mamdani, Sanders rally supporters ahead of NY primary
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani headlined a major rally on Thursday night, alongside Sen. Bernie Sanders, ahead of the upcoming New York primary. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley has the story.

Janeese Lewis George wins DC mayor Democratic primary

Janeese Lewis George has won the Democratic primary for D.C. mayor, according to The Associated Press.

Transgender people won’t face criminal charges for using public restrooms in Idaho, judge rules

Idaho's restrictions on public facilities hit a major legal setback after a federal judge put a hold on penalties targeting transgender individuals. The judge ruled that parts of the law were too vague to enact.

Trump administration warns governors to crack down on unemployment insurance

The U.S. government wants states to do more to combat fraud, waste, and abuse in their unemployment insurance programs and is threatening to withhold federal dollars until they do.

FULL: Mamdani talks Knicks championship parade
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In this exclusive interview, Mayor Zohran Mamdani sits down with FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay to discuss everything to do with the upcoming Knicks championship parade.

Kristi Noem warns of 'coordinated' effort to funnel Chinese nationals into US

Former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem alleges China is running a coordinated "travel agency"-style operation to funnel Chinese nationals across U.S. borders using documents and buses.

Trump departs G7 summit, says Strait of Hormuz will be opened 'in full' within two days

President Donald Trump spoke at the Group of Seven summit on Wednesday discussing Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, which he expects to be opened "in full" within two days.