NYC Parks Department proposes new fines for abandoning pets in public parks

The city's Parks Department is taking a stand against pet abandonment, with a new proposal that could see offenders face significant fines.

Northern Lights forecast: Could the aurora borealis be visible in NY this week?

Energized particles sent blasting from the Sun over the weekend are forecast to arrive within Earth’s atmosphere by Tuesday, bringing with them the potential to see the Northern Lights in places such as New York.

Brooklyn brick wall becomes hotspot for singles seeking love in NYC

In the age of dating apps, some say they've hit a brick wall, but in Brooklyn, a brick wall is where dating opportunities are sprouting.

Queens house party shooting: 1 killed, 2 injured

One man was killed, and two others were injured, following a NYC shooting at a house party in Laurelton, Queens, the NYPD said.

2 toddler sisters drown in Long Island pond behind apartment complex

Two toddler sisters died after drowning in a pond behind an apartment complex on Long Island Saturday afternoon, according to the Suffolk County Police.

Family pleads for justice after Long Island woman found dead in suitcase

A Long Island family is seeking answers and justice after the body of 31-year-old Seikeya Jones was found inside a suitcase in Huntington Station earlier this week.

NYC weather: Hourly rain timeline, forecast for this weekend

The unofficial end to summer in NYC has passed. How will the first weekend afterward look for NY, NJ and CT? Here's what you need to know.

Tribute in Light returns to honor 9/11 victims

The Tribute in Light will return to the sky over New York City as the city prepares to mark the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks.

NYC public park restroom survey: What it says

A new, scathing report by the New York City Council says that 70% of the public bathrooms in parks across New York City are in poor condition, with dirty and wet floors, no garbage cans and other issues.

FBI raids homes of at least 3 top NYC officials closely connected to Mayor Adams

The homes of at least 3 top officials close to NYC Mayor Eric Adams were raided by the FBI. FOX 5's Linda Schmidt confirms that several NYPD executives, including NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban, were also asked to turn over their phones.