Second inmate dies at Rikers Island in a week

An investigation is underway after the death of another inmate at Rikers Island.

Catamaran fled after crashing into party boat in East River, injuring 11 people: police

Nearly a dozen people were injured when two boats collided in the East River over Labor Day weekend, and now police are looking for the boat they say fled the scene.

3 injured in Bronx shooting, suspects flee on moped

New York police are searching for two men who drove away on a moped after a shooting in the Bronx left three people injured on Friday night.

Schools across NY react to Minneapolis mass shooting; Catholic leaders respond

Schools and Catholic leaders across New York are responding to the shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis earlier this week.

Labor Day weekend: Weather forecast, best times to travel

Don't ruin a sunny holiday by leaving for your trip at the wrong time. Here's everything you need to know for Labor Day travel.

NYC mayoral candidates outline plans for the NYPD

The NYPD is shrinking as mayoral hopefuls clash: Mamdani seeks cuts, Cuomo 5,000 hires, Sliwa 7,000. Adams touts crime drops but faces scandals.

Are we in 'fake fall?' The 12 seasons of New Jersey and New York

Summer is nearly over, and fall is on the horizon, but New York and New Jersey are currently in their own special season called "fake fall."

NYC taxi drivers say 'WAY NO' to Waymo the driverless car company

"It's Way-No!" The New York State Federation of Taxi Drivers is saying no to Waymo's self-driving cars being tested in New York City.

Man found by NYPD with gunshot wound in the Bronx pronounced dead

Police found a 34-year-old man with a gunshot wound in the Bronx earlier today. He was pronounced dead after being taken to the hospital.

Jessica Tisch tells AG Bondi NYPD can handle crime without National Guard as Trump eyes NYC

President Donald Trump has sharpened his focus on New York City, signaling he could take unprecedented steps to intervene in the city’s crime policies while pushing to end cashless bail nationwide.

Police ridealong: Ghost plate crackdown on Long Island

According to authorities, these ghost plates allow drivers to operate "completely off the grid," making it easier to commit more serious crimes, as well as avoid traffic violations and unpaid tolls.

2 men randomly attacked in Central Park by same suspect: police
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Police have arrested a suspect in connection with two separate, random attacks in Central Park that occurred early Monday morning. FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis has the latest.

Police ridealong: Ghost plate crackdown on Long Island
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Suffolk County Sheriff?s Office is actively cracking down on the use of "ghost plates"?fraudulent or altered license plates used by drivers to avoid tolls, fines, and law enforcement. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg went on a recent ride-along with the sheriff's office, learning the extent of the problem and the risks associated with these plates.

Labor Day 2025: Last-minute trips in the New York City area

Whether you're looking for a day trip, quick overnight stay or three-day weekend, here are some last-minute trips to celebrate Labor Day around the New York City area.

Five killed in deadly New York tour bus crash identified

New York state police have identified the five people who died in a tour bus rollover crash that happened on Interstate 90 in the town of Pembroke, Genesee County, on Friday.

NYC Department of Correction investigating in-custody death in Rikers Island prison

The New York City Department of Correction is investigating the death of an individual who was found unresponsive in his cell at the George R. Vierno Center on Rikers Island early Saturday morning.