These are the key 2025 races to watch in November

The results of these races can inform political parties and experts on voting trends ahead of next year’s midterm elections.

2025 NYC voter guide: How, when to vote

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 4 and early voting begins this Saturday Oct. 25 and runs through Nov. 2, giving voters added flexibility to cast their ballots.

Second Debate Looms in NYC Race | Battleground NYC full episode #59: Oct 20, 2025
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As the candidates prepare for the second general election debate this week in the race for NYC Mayor, how are they preparing and also making their last pitches to voters? Morgan McKay, a political reporter with FOX 5 New York. joins host S.E. Cupp to discuss this and the latest headlines from the campaign trail. S.E. is also joined by Pete Sikora, who runs the Super PAC Livable Future, a PAC supporting Zohran Mamdani, a PAC targeting voters in parts of the Bronx and Brooklyn.

Oct. 20 NYC election update: Mamdani photo controversy; Cuomo touts new poll

With Election Day in NYC just 15 days away, Zohran Mamdani is under fire for his association with a controversial Imam in Brooklyn. Meanwhile, Andrew Cuomo's camp is touting a new poll that show's a close head-to-head race between the former governor and Mamdani.

George Santos talks solitary confinement, apologies in post-prison interview

George Santos spoke with FOX 5 NY’s Jodi Goldberg about his time in prison – including being forced into solitary conferment – the lessons he’s learned, the apologies he needed to make and the future for the former Long Island politician.

FULL: George Santos post-prison interview | Local exclusive
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In his first local TV interview since Pres. Trump Donald Trump commuted his sentence, George Santos tells FOX 5 NY’s Jodi Goldberg about his time in prison, including solitary confinement and "cat food" served as meals. He apologizes to his constituents but doesn’t detail plans about paying back his victims. He also touches upon what’s in store for Santos 2.0, including a newfound passion for working with youth and fighting for prison reform.

NYC mayor polls, candidate news: Oct. 19 election update

Election Day in New York City is just 16 days away. Here's everything you need to know about the candidates running for mayor, polls and how to vote.

Flushing forum: Mamdani, Cuomo on safety, housing, unity

Voters gathered in Flushing to hear mayoral candidates Zohran Mamdani and Andrew Cuomo discuss their visions for New York City's future on Sunday.

Government shutdown: SNAP benefits could run out in November, Rollins says

SNAP benefits may be at risk if the shutdown continues into November, meaning food assistance could disappear for about 40 million people.

NYC mayoral debate highlights, key takeaways from Mamdani, Cuomo and Sliwa

On Thursday night, Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani, former NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa sparred during their first general election debate of the NYC mayoral race.

Everything to know about Curtis Sliwa before NYC mayoral debate

With Mamdani holding a commanding lead and Cuomo trying to regain political footing, Sliwa will need a standout performance to prove his law-and-order message still resonates with New Yorkers.

New York City mayoral debate: How to watch tonight, what to expect

The race has narrowed to three major candidates -- Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa -- each vying to convince New Yorkers they’re best suited to lead NYC forward.

NYC mayoral debate recap: 'You lost your own primary'

Democrat Zohran Mamdani, former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa are taking the stage in their second-to-last debate before Election Day. Follow along for live updates and key moments as the debate unfolds.

Furloughed federal employee's family battles cancer diagnosis and bills

Amidst a government shutdown, federal employee Mike Daugherty's family is simultaneously confronting severe medical emergencies, including a cancer diagnosis and a seizure, while relying on community aid to manage mounting bills and a broken-down vehicle

John Bolton indicted for improper handling of classified documents

Former White House National Security Advisor John Bolton was indicted Thursday on 18 counts related to the improper handling of classified materials, Fox News Digital has learned.

Penn rejects Trump admin's preferential funding proposal

The compact asks colleges and universities to voluntarily agree to do away with departments "that purposefully punish, belittle and even spark violence against conservative ideas."

NYC Mayor Adams discusses next steps after he leaves office

Mayor Adams may have dropped out of the mayoral race, but he doesn't seem to be lacking in plans for the future.

Here's who Americans blame for government shutdown, according to poll

With many Americans feeling the impacts of the government shutdown, this is who they are holding accountable for where things stand based on a recent poll.

Where Mamdani, Sliwa, Cuomo stand on affordability and housing access

All three candidates intend to expand the production of housing in the city, but have different ideas on how to go about doing so.