Mother charged after newborn baby girl abandoned inside Penn Station
The mother of the newborn baby girl found abandoned inside Manhattan’s Penn Station has been arrested and charged, the NYPD said.
Nearly 1 in 7 NYC public school students were homeless last year: report
In an interview with FOX 5 NY’s Stephanie Bertini, a Bronx mother living in a city shelter described the emotional toll of losing her longtime home after rent became unaffordable.
U-Haul driver crashes into cars, sidewalk structures in Midtown, injures 4
Four people were injured after an 86-year-old U-Haul driver crashed into several structures on the sidewalk in Midtown earlier today, Oct. 21.
SNAP benefits in New York could be delayed if federal shutdown continues
New York officials are warning that if the federal government shutdown drags into November, millions of residents who rely on SNAP food assistance or home-heating support could face delays in receiving benefits.
Police identify person of interest after newborn abandoned inside Penn Station
The NYPD has identified a person of interest wanted for questioning in connection with a newborn baby girl that was found abandoned inside Manhattan’s Penn Station.
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.
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
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.
Baby girl found with umbilical cord attached inside Penn Station
A newborn baby girl was found alone inside Manhattan’s 34th Street–Penn Station during Monday morning rush hour. Police are now searching for the parents.
Man charged after head, torso reportedly found in Brooklyn garbage bin
A man was arrested and charged after a head and torso were reportedly found last week inside a garbage bin in Brooklyn.
Bronx subway incident: 4 train car separates, passengers safe
A subway car separation on a southbound 4 train in the Bronx created a tense situation for passengers on Sunday.
Over 2 dozen hospitalized following Brooklyn apartment fire
A fire at an apartment building in Borough Park, Brooklyn, sent 27 people to the hospital with minor injuries on Sunday morning, according to the FDNY.
24-year-old man shot, killed inside Brooklyn building: NYPD
A man is dead and a person is in custody after a shooting inside a Brooklyn building early Sunday, according to the NYPD.
21-year-old stabbed, killed inside Queens building
A man in his early 20s was killed early Sunday after being stabbed inside a building in Queens.
Live NYC 'No Kings' protests: Updates, street closures, map
"No Kings Day" protests happened in NYC, across the U.S. and abroad, targeting many of the Trump administration's policies.
NYC's 34th Street Busway project paused by Trump administration
The 34th Street Busway project in Midtown has hit a roadblock as federal highway officials have raised concerns, prompting the New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) to pause the project.
PHOTOS: Signs, posters created for No Kings Day protests in New York, DC
Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets from Times Square to the National Mall on Saturday, waving flags and holding signs calling for accountability and democracy during nationwide “No Kings Day" protests.
Man's remains found in Brooklyn garbage bin: Police sources
A head and torso were discovered in a garbage bin in Brooklyn this morning, Oct. 17, a law enforcement source told FOX 5 NY.
'No Kings' protests: Watch live coverage, what to expect in NYC Saturday
Hundreds of "No Kings Day" protests are planned across the U.S. – including in the NYC area – on Saturday, Oct. 18 to protest the Trump administration's policies. FOX 5 NY will stream live coverage.
From tech to tufting: How a local artist is turning mental health into visual healing
After decades in tech, Charlie Serotoff took to tufting, using the medium to turn personal stories into colorful, textured works of art.