NYC election update: Mamdani photo controversy, Cuomo response

New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani is facing criticism for photos taken over the summer when he visited his native Uganda.

Politics Unusual: Brooklyn Borough President Reynoso, Former City Council Minority Leader Borelli
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In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso to discuss the Coney Island casino bid that was voted down, among other things. Also, a conversation with former City Council Minority Leader Joe Borelli.

Here's where NYC's mayoral candidates stand on 4 of the biggest issues

Now that current NYC Mayor Eric Adams has dropped out of the race, the election is really down to three major candidates. Here's an overview of where Mamdani, Cuomo and Sliwa stand on major issues.

Here's how long the government shutdown could go on

This shutdown is expected to last at least three days, as the Senate isn't likely to hold any votes until at least Oct. 3.

LIVE: NYC Mayoral Race Heats Up in Final Days | Battleground NYC full episode #46: Oct 1, 2025
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As we enter the October home stretch to election day, the race for NYC Mayor is heating up. Host S.E. Cupp is joined by Kavain Shroff, an attorney and Democratic commentator, to break down the news and offer analysis on this most-watched race.

Just 3 states are responsible for 80% of known school book bans

An annual report on book bans in U.S. schools finds that 80% of the nearly 7,000 books banned for the 2024-2025 school year took place in just three states. 

Federal funding for NYC subway, NY-NJ rail projects on hold: Here’s why

The Trump administration paused a $292 million federal mega grant for major infrastructure projects impacting New York and New Jersey commuters, due to concerns over "unconstitutional DEI principles."

Government shutdown begins. What happens now?

While many federal agencies still operate during the shutdown, government employees’ jobs and several public services will be impacted. Here’s what you need to know.

Here's how a government shutdown affects student loan payments

The U.S. Department of Education says many of its core operations will continue despite a government shutdown – though 87% of its workforce will be furloughed. 

Government shutdown begins: Live updates as shutdown takes effect

The U.S. government is under its first federal government shutdown in almost seven years as Senate Democrats have voted down a Republican bill to keep funding the government.

Government shutdown starts: Here's what closes during a shutdown

The U.S. government shut down early Wednesday morning after Congress failed to pass a funding bill. Here’s what it means for federal workers, key services, and everyday Americans.

Will Housing Drive NYC Mayoral Agenda? | Battleground NYC full episode #45: Sep 30, 2025
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Josh Greenman, Managing Editor of Vital City, joins S.E. Cupp to discuss the headlines from the campaign trail. Jamie Rubin, chair of the New York City Housing Authority Board, will join S.E. and Greenman to break down the recent issue of Vital City which focuses on the important issue of Housing, and a suggested housing agenda for the next mayor of New York City.�

How could flights be affected by a government shutdown?

If Congress fails to pass a funding bill, airline officials say flights could suffer delays and reduced capacity under a government shutdown. As of now, chances for a last-minute funding deal appear slim, raising the risk of agencies shutting down at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday.

Americans favor compromise from politicians to get things done in government, poll shows

A recent poll shows that while Americans prefer for lawmakers to compromise to accomplish tasks in government, others admit that their own members of Congress opt to cling to their beliefs.

Watch Mamdani, Sliwa react on Adams dropping out: ‘He was a crook’

Both Curtis Sliwa and Zohran Mamdani joined Good Day New York with reaction to NYC Mayor Adams' decision to drop out of the 2025 mayoral race.

Trump, Netanyahu meet at White House amid calls to end war in Gaza

Days after rejecting international calls to end the war in Gaza during a U.N. address, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House.

What's next for Eric Adams after dropping out of the NYC mayor’s race?

NYC Mayor Adams has dropped out of the 2025 mayoral race, a decision he announced in a social media video message. What's next for him?

Eric Adams drops out of NYC mayoral race: Why and what's next?
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced that he dropped out of the 2025 mayoral race. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay and expert David Birdsell break down why this happened now and what's next for the race and Adams himself.