Deadly nor'easter batters NYC, Long Island with 60 mph winds, major flooding as storm continues

The first major nor'easter of the season has turned deadly in New York City, taking the life of a 56-year-old Brooklyn man struck by a falling tree as severe winds swept through the five boroughs.

NJ Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell resigns after ethics investigation

New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell submitted his resignation on Friday, a day after an investigation found multiple ethical violations

NYC, NJ nor'easter: Updates as powerful coastal storm approaches Tri-State

The New York City area is gearing up for a powerful nor'easter that's set to pummel the Tri-State area with heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding for days, starting on Friday. Follow along with FOX 5 NY for the latest storm updates and severe weather alerts.

Sherrill calls for Lt. Gov. Caldwell to resign after ethics investigation

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is calling for Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell to resign after an ethics investigation found he allegedly made sexual comments to a staffer, and tried multiple times to get girlfriend promoted.

NYC, NJ Nor'easter: Which part of the Northeast will be hit the hardest?

Weather forecasters are growing increasingly confident a late-week coastal storm will impact the New York City area with gusty winds, high surf and potential coastal flooding through the weekend.

When is the best time to see peak fall colors across the Northeast?

Whether you are heading to the Alleghenies or the beaches of Delaware, here are the best times to catch peak fall color across the Northeast region.

These universities in New York and New Jersey rank among top 100 in US: report

Nearly 20 universities across New York and New Jersey have claimed spots in the top 100 of the U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best Colleges rankings.

No pennies, no problem: Here's how NJ cash rounding rules will work

With the federal government officially halting the production of pennies in November 2025, New Jersey has taken steps to prepare the local economy for a phaseout of the one-cent coin.

Northeast flights resuming: all ground stops lifted at EWR, JFK, TEB, LGA and PHL

The FAA lifted ground stops at Northeast airports after an Amtrak crew accidentally cut a fiber line, though widespread flight delays remain as operations recover.

Man charged with sexual assault of 6-year-old girl after kidnapping from NJ home: police

A 27-year-old man previously arrested for the kidnapping of a six-year-old child in New Jersey is now facing additional sexual assault charges following further investigation.

Suspect identified in 1973 cold case murders of NJ teen sisters in Florida

More than half a century after two teenage sisters from New Jersey were brutally murdered during a vacation to the Florida Keys, authorities have finally put a name to their killer.

Flight attendant hailed as hero for catching baby falling from 'exhausted' mom's lap

Air travel can be an exhausting ordeal, especially for new parents. But on a recent United Airlines flight, a watchful flight attendant turned a potentially scary moment into a heartwarming display of compassion.

Mystery naked e-bike rider spotted again after years on NJ trails

For several years, a local mystery has been pedaling through New Jersey trails, baring it all on an electric bicycle. Now, police are finally hoping to crack the case.

Chantel Brooks' family pushes for answers after her disappearance of 52 days

For the loved ones of Chantel Brooks, it has been a long and painful summer. The 37-year-old woman from Fairfield was last seen on surveillance video 52 days ago. Since then, there have been no reported sightings, and police say the case may involve foul play.

Passenger who duct-taped 'violent' Arizona realtor to plane seat speaks out

"WHEN YOU'RE ON A PLANE ... YOU CAN'T RETREAT." The hero passenger who duct-taped a disorderly Arizona realtor to his seat breaks down the wild midair struggle that ended with the agent arrested — and fired.