Turnstiles no more: MTA to test modern fare gates at certain NYC subway stations
The MTA is planning to test modern gates later this year inside several NYC subway stations.
Petros Krommidas missing: Police search for Nassau County legislature candidate
Police on Long Island are asking for the public's help finding Petros Krommidas, a Democratic candidate for the Nassau County legislature who's been missing for nearly a week.
Fake Queens doctor accused of botched cosmetic surgery death appears in court
Authorities say a man posing as a plastic surgeon has been indicted on manslaughter charges after he allegedly did a cosmetic procedure on a woman that led to her death.
Is New York City’s nightlife starting to slow down?
New York City has long been known as "the city that never sleeps," — but some residents say its nightlife is slowing down.
Gov. Hochul announces tentative deal on $250B NY state budget
The budget will include an increase in payroll taxes on large companies to fully fund the MTA's capital plan, and introduce a bell-to-bell cell phone ban for most students during the school day.
Long Island teen’s AI food app rakes in millions, X post goes viral after Ivy League snubs
Long Island teen Zach Yadegari’s AI food app is earning millions, but Ivy League schools rejected him — sparking a viral debate over entrepreneurship and college admissions.
Rep. Mike Lawler considering 2026 run for NY Governor
Lawler says that he plans to make a decision by June on whether or not he will launch a campaign for governor, potentially joining a growing field including Bruce Blakeman and Elise Stefanik.
Trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs set to begin amid jury selection challenges
Six hundred men and women are now filling out jury surveys to determine if they will be selected to decide the fate of Sean "Diddy" Combs.
Man, 23, charged with murder after Harlem grandmother killed in crossfire
A man was arrested and charged with murder after a NYC grandmother was fatally shot while standing on the sidewalk, police said.
FDNY orders ambulances to take patients to closest hospital, sparking backlash
Emergency service crews in New York City must transport patients to the closest hospital. Some doctors and patients are frustrated by the new policy.
Man charged with rape of corpse aboard NYC subway train
The man accused of engaging in a sexual act on a corpse aboard a New York City subway train has been arrested, police said.
Off-duty NYPD officer shot in Queens robbery attempt; suspects had 'extensive rap sheets'
Two men were arrested and charged after an off-duty NYPD officer was shot during an attempted robbery in Queens, officials said.
Off-duty officer shot in Queens by alleged repeat offenders; 2 in custody
EXCLUSIVE: Mayor Eric Adams tells FOX 5 NY that the two people involved in the incident have "extensively long records" with over 10 prior arrests.
NYC launches 2025 Open Streets season with car-free Earth Day events
New York City's 2025 Open Streets season officially kicks off on Saturday, April 26, with Car-Free Earth Day celebrations across the five boroughs.
Man dies after stabbing on NYC subway platform
A man who was stabbed Friday morning on a New York City subway platform has died, the NYPD said.
Williamsburg residents pelted with liquids tossed from apartment window
Residents in Williamsburg, Brooklyn say someone has been throwing cooking oil, bleach, and other liquids from a second-floor apartment window onto pedestrians below.
Ex-US Rep. George Santos sentenced to 7+ years behind bars
Disgraced former U.S. Representative George Santos was sentenced to 87 months in federal prison on Friday in a federal court proceeding.
Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to federal murder charge
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to a federal murder charge in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Federal memo leaked in court filing admits weak legal strategy in NYC congestion pricing case
The 11-page document calls the legal arguments against congestion pricing “very unlikely" to succeed and admits the litigation poses a “considerable risk."
NYC Council passes bill regulating noisy non-essential helicopter flights from city heliports
The New York City Council has voted for stricter regulations of non-essential helicopter flights from city-owned heliports, following a helicopter crash on April 10 that killed six people.