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

Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani, former NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa participated in the final debate of the mayoral election cycle.

Toys R Us opening new stores for the holidays in these NY, NJ cities

Toys R Us announced its opening more toy stores ahead of the holidays across the United States, including a flagship store on Long Island and a seasonal holiday shop in NJ.

NYC's ballot in the 2025 election, explained

Get ready for the 2025 NYC election! The FOX 5 NY team breaks down your ballot: how to fill it out, why some candidates appear twice and what the six ballot proposals — from housing reform to election timing — really mean.

Yonkers ranks top 5 in 2025 safest US cities list: Where is NYC?

The rankings were made using various metrics along with the three key categories and each city was graded on a 100-point scale.

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.

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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.

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.

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.