MTA in dire need of funding, according to new audit
The MTA desperately needs extra funding and to get riders back to using public transit at pre-pandemic levels or face billions of dollars in debt, according to a new report.
The MTA desperately needs extra funding and to get riders back to using public transit at pre-pandemic levels or face billions of dollars in debt, according to a new report.
Federal judge blocks key parts of NY's new gun law
U.S. District Judge Glenn Suddaby focused on multiple parts of the law, saying licensing requirements — like a rule requiring applicants to turn over information about their social media accounts — went too far.
U.S. District Judge Glenn Suddaby focused on multiple parts of the law, saying licensing requirements — like a rule requiring applicants to turn over information about their social media accounts — went too far.
Fake kidnapping scam targets Long Island parents
The scam reportedly is sent through text messages, emails, and even terrifying phone calls.
The scam reportedly is sent through text messages, emails, and even terrifying phone calls.
New York Comic Con expected to draw crowds
New York Comic Con 2022 is now underway at the Jacob Javits Center in Manhattan. It's a pop culture mecca for all things comics, anime, and science fiction.
New York Comic Con 2022 is now underway at the Jacob Javits Center in Manhattan. It's a pop culture mecca for all things comics, anime, and science fiction.
NYC proposes yellow cab taxi and limo rate hikes
A public hearing was held Thursday on a rate hike proposal for yellow cab taxis and limos in New York City.
A public hearing was held Thursday on a rate hike proposal for yellow cab taxis and limos in New York City.
Small plane crashes in East Hampton, Long Island, killing pilot
Authorities say the plane, a single-engine Seamax M-22 crashed at the edge of Three Mile Harbor.
Authorities say the plane, a single-engine Seamax M-22 crashed at the edge of Three Mile Harbor.
MLB Postseason Preview: New York Mets | NL wild card series
The New York Mets finished the 2022 regular season with a 101–61 record and a spot in the postseason. Here is a preview of their best-of-three series against the San Diego Padres, which begins Friday, Oct. 7, at Citi Field.
The New York Mets finished the 2022 regular season with a 101–61 record and a spot in the postseason. Here is a preview of their best-of-three series against the San Diego Padres, which begins Friday, Oct. 7, at Citi Field.
NY issues flu warning as cases spike
A widespread number of early-season flu cases are reported across the state with a high number in New York City.
A widespread number of early-season flu cases are reported across the state with a high number in New York City.
Rite Aid considering locking up all items in NYC due to shoplifting
Rite Aid says shoplifting has gotten so bad in New York City that the company is considering putting everything into locked displays.
Rite Aid says shoplifting has gotten so bad in New York City that the company is considering putting everything into locked displays.
Eating dinner early could be better for your health
Busy New Yorkers may be accustomed to eating later in the evening but a new study by Harvard Medical school researchers shows eating dinner as early as 5 p.m. is a better option for overall health.
Busy New Yorkers may be accustomed to eating later in the evening but a new study by Harvard Medical school researchers shows eating dinner as early as 5 p.m. is a better option for overall health.
Armed men steal luxury cars from NYC parking garage
4 men stole luxury vehicles at gunpoint from a Manhattan parking garage.
4 men stole luxury vehicles at gunpoint from a Manhattan parking garage.
Biden visits NY and NJ
President Biden is making several stops in the New York City region, including some fundraising events.
President Biden is making several stops in the New York City region, including some fundraising events.
Zeldin challenges Hochul to debate on FOX 5's Good Day New York
Rep. Lee Zeldin says that Gov. Kathy Hochul should agree to a debate on the FOX 5 morning show Good Day New York ahead of the election.
Rep. Lee Zeldin says that Gov. Kathy Hochul should agree to a debate on the FOX 5 morning show Good Day New York ahead of the election.
Man robbed of $100,000 in the Bronx
A man was attacked and robbed of a huge amount of cash behind a Bronx building.
A man was attacked and robbed of a huge amount of cash behind a Bronx building.
NYC crime: Homeless man charged with Brooklyn subway murder
The NYPD has announced that Alvin Charles, 43, was arrested Wednesday evening and charged with murder in the death of 43-year-old Tommy Bailey.
The NYPD has announced that Alvin Charles, 43, was arrested Wednesday evening and charged with murder in the death of 43-year-old Tommy Bailey.
Amazon suspends at least 50 workers at Staten Island facility after protest
According to union organizers, Amazon has suspended at least 50 warehouse workers who refused to work their shifts following a trash compactor fire at a facility on Staten Island.
According to union organizers, Amazon has suspended at least 50 warehouse workers who refused to work their shifts following a trash compactor fire at a facility on Staten Island.
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis slams Max Rose's criticism of her abortion record
Rep. Malliotakis accused Rose of attempting to "mansplain" her position on the abortion, and accused him of supporting "extreme" positions on the issue.
Rep. Malliotakis accused Rose of attempting to "mansplain" her position on the abortion, and accused him of supporting "extreme" positions on the issue.
Video: Mystery NYC rooftop jumper hops between awnings of building
A viral video shows a man jumping between the awnings of a building in Lower Manhattan. FOX 5 NY tracked down the mystery man to find out what he was doing up there.
A viral video shows a man jumping between the awnings of a building in Lower Manhattan. FOX 5 NY tracked down the mystery man to find out what he was doing up there.
FDNY EMS Lt. Alison Russo-Elling remembered at emotional funeral service
Mourners came to the Tilles Center on Long Island for a solemn service honoring FDNY EMS Lieutenant Alison Russo, who was stabbed to death last week. "That man murdered my daughter and she would be the first to come to his aid if he ever needed help," said Frank Fuoco, her father.
Mourners came to the Tilles Center on Long Island for a solemn service honoring FDNY EMS Lieutenant Alison Russo, who was stabbed to death last week. "That man murdered my daughter and she would be the first to come to his aid if he ever needed help," said Frank Fuoco, her father.
Driver killed by falling tree on I-95
State police say Susan Braga, 34, of Mount Vernon was driving south in the town of Harrison when a tree fell on the roof of her car, killing her.
State police say Susan Braga, 34, of Mount Vernon was driving south in the town of Harrison when a tree fell on the roof of her car, killing her.