Dallas Cowboys, Mike McCarthy to part ways

The Dallas Cowboys will part ways with head coach Mike McCarthy after failing to reach an agreement on a new contract with the head coach, according to reports.

Long Island family celebrates basketball legacy with another 1,000-point milestone

High school basketball standout Ryan Leary from Carle Place has scored his 1,000th career point, becoming the fifth member of his family with the achievement.

Long Island family's fourth member hits 1,000 points
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High school basketball standout Ryan Leary from Carle Place has scored his 1,000th career point, continuing a family legacy. With three older sisters who also hit the milestone and a mom who achieved it in 1989, you might say basketball is in the Leary family's DNA.

Will the NFL move the Vikings/Rams playoff game due to L.A. wildfires?

The Minnesota Vikings are set to face the L.A. Rams next Monday night in the NFC Wild Card Playoffs, but Mother Nature might have a say in that.

Bronx high school track star headlines 31st Armory Hispanic Games in NYC

The Nike Track & Field Center at The Armory in Washington Heights welcomed thousands of student-athletes for the 31st Annual Armory Hispanic Games over the weekend.

Bronx high school student shines on the track
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A high school student in the Bronx won the 31st Annual Armory Hispanic Games over the weekend. FOX 5 NY's Jennifer Williams talked to standout athlete Nicholos Sealey.

Presidential Medal of Freedom list: Hillary Clinton, George Soros among recipients

Nineteen of the most famous names in politics, sports, entertainment, civil rights, LGBTQ+ advocacy and science were awarded the medal. Here’s the full list.

Sugar Bowl in New Orleans postponed until Thursday after Bourbon Street attack

The decision has been made to push back the Sugar Bowl at New Orleans' Superdome until Thursday following the deadly attack early Wednesday morning on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, sources told FOX 5's D.J. Shockley.

Widow of Matthew Gaudreau gives birth to couple's first child

Madeline Gaudreau, the widow of local hockey star Matthew Gaudreau who was killed by a suspected drunk driver while riding bikes with his brother Johnny, gave birth to the couple's first child. 

Professional boxer Paul Bamba dead at 35, days after winning title bout

Professional boxer Paul Bamba unexpectedly died just days after being crowned WBA Gold Cruiserweight champion, his manager and family announced on social media. He was 35.

Victor Wembanyama plays chess in the rain at Washington Square Park

He posed for photos with a couple of dozen people who showed up, braving a morning of cold rain to play chess with one of the NBA’s biggest stars.

Parade of Champions in Brownsville
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Mo Better Jaguars had their spotlight at the Parade of Champions where the community showed out in support of the young athletes. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the story.

A 'Dear Santa' letter from a New York sports fan
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Lou Albanese has been a sports producer for nearly 40 years at FOX 5. He is reaching out to Santa to see if he can get The Jets and Giants off the naughty list and bring some much needed cheer to New York football fans.

Jets, Giants game previews: Week 16 | NFC B-East
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Reporters from New York, Philadelphia, Washington and Dallas discuss the biggest stories around the NFC East on Week 16.