French lawmaker demands Statue of Liberty's return
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A French lawmaker is demanding the U.S. return the Statue of Liberty because Americans "have chosen to side with the tyrants." FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green got reactions from New Yorkers.

Will Trump kill NYC's congestion pricing toll this week?
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New York's congestion pricing plan faces a challenge from the Trump administration, which has ordered the state to halt the program by Friday. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt spoke with a legal expert to determine what the future holds for drivers in New York City.

Who invented the March Madness bracket? Staten Island bar makes claim

Staten Island bar Jody’s Club Forest claims it started the trend in the 1970s to create what later became the popular tournament bracket.

Man set on fire in Times Square: Police say victim may know attacker

Police are searching for the attacker who set a man on fire in the middle of Times Square this weekend, and investigators say the victim may know who did it.

NYC celebrates its 264th St. Patrick's Day Parade

New York City's 264th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade featured school bands, Irish pipe ensembles, and uniformed FDNY and NYPD delegations marching down Fifth Avenue despite the rainy weather.

NYC St. Patrick's Day preview 2025
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Rain or shine, New York City will be hosting the oldest St. Patrick's Day parade in the United States. Here's what you need to know about the parade route, timing and weather this year.

Long Island track star overturns ban in court, then wins state title

After being banned from the New York State Track and Field Championship for violating the state’s college rule, Zariel Macchia won a court case allowing her to compete, and then won the state title.

NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade 2025: Street closures and transit updates

The 264th edition of New York City's annual St. Patrick's Day Parade will step off at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 17. Here's what you need to know about which streets will be closed.

Video shows ICE arresting Mahmoud Khalil

New video shows the arrest of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, detained by ICE for his role in anti-Israel protests at Columbia University.

Cuomo: 'New York City is in crisis' | Exclusive 1-on-1 interview

Why is former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo running for mayor of NYC? Because "New York City is in crisis," he told FOX 5 NY's Rosanna Scotto in an exclusive interview.

NY Gov. Hochul meets with Trump in Washington

New York Governor Kathy Hochul met with former President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., Friday morning to address heated issues, including congestion pricing, immigration, and infrastructure.

Second Columbia protester arrested, another student 'self-deports'

Immigration officials have arrested a second Columbia University protester involved in the 2024 protests, while another ‘self-deported’ after having her student visa revoked.

MAP: NYC Half Marathon 2025 - Street closures and parking restrictions

Here's what you need to know about what streets will be closed and where parking will be restricted ahead of Sunday's NYC Half Marathon.

Columbia University expels and suspends students over pro-Palestinian protests

Columbia University has expelled, suspended, or revoked the diplomas of students involved in last spring’s takeover of Hamilton Hall during pro-Palestinian protests.

5 alarm fire destroys several businesses in the Bronx

A massive 5-alarm fire destroyed at least 10 businesses on Jerome Avenue in the Bronx on Thursday.

NY Gov. Hochul, Pres. Trump to meet Friday: Here's why

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to visit Washington D.C. on Friday to meet with President Donald Trump, where the two will discuss a few topics, like congestion pricing and Penn Station.

Trump Tower protests: 150 Mahmoud Khalil supporters storm Midtown building; 90+ arrested

Police say over 150 people stormed both inside and around Trump Tower in Midtown, with 98 arrested in a show of solidarity for detained Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil.

Home health aide killed in fatal UWS fire, 77-year-old in critical condition

The 41-year-old aide was pronounced dead at the hospital, while the 77-year-old woman she was caring for is in critical condition. She is being treated for burns and smoke inhalation.