Oct. 25 NYC election update: Early voting begins; mayor polls, candidate news

Election Day in New York City is just 10 days away. As early voting begins, here's everything you need to know about the candidates running for mayor, polls and how to vote.

15-year-old boy attacked, stabbed by group of 13 in Queens: police

A 15-year-old boy is fighting for his life after being attacked, stabbed and robbed by a large group in Jamaica, Queens, on Wednesday.

Jeffries endorses Mamdani for NYC mayor

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has endorsed Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani for New York City mayor.

'New York is not for sale': Zohran Mamdani on affordability, education, endorsements | WATCH

Zohran Mamdani joins FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay to discuss his policy proposals regarding affordability and education in New York City, as well as recent endorsements.

New York Attorney General Letitia James pleads not guilty in mortgage fraud case pushed by Trump

New York Attorney General Letitia James has pleaded not guilty to federal charges accusing her of lying on mortgage papers to secure favorable loan terms in a case pushed by President Donald Trump.

Who is endorsing which NYC mayoral candidate?

With New York City Mayor Eric Adams' recent endorsement of former Governor Andrew Cuomo, let's revisit exactly who is endorsing which mayoral candidate.

Construction worker dies after falling down 60-foot pit

A construction worker has died after falling 60 ft. into a pit while on the job Thursday morning, the FDNY said.

Broadway avoids strike, musicians reach tentative agreement

The tentative deal includes increased wages and health benefits, and will now go to union members for a vote.

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.