How court backlogs slow down migrant deportations

The Trump administration is ramping up efforts to deport migrants with criminal backgrounds. But by law, before deportation, they are required to have a final order of removal – and this can take years.

New York doctor indicted in Louisiana for prescribing abortion pills

A New York doctor, Dr. Margaret Carpenter, has been indicted by a Louisiana grand jury for allegedly prescribing abortion pills online in a state with strict abortion laws.

Competitive figure skaters after DC crash: 'That could?ve been any of us'
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Competitive figure skaters say they're traumatized as more than a dozen Team USA members are presumed dead after Wednesday's midair collision. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg spoke to Long Island skaters, heartbroken as they prepare for their next competition.

Autism center worker headed to jail after FOX 5 investigation
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In November, a FOX 5 NY investigation into abuse at Dutchess County's Anderson Center for Autism sent shockwaves through the disability community. Now, the man caught on camera grabbing a teen by the genitals is headed to jail, FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo reports.

Adams lawyers meeting with DOJ: sources
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams' lawyers are meeting with the Justice Department, sources tell FOX 5 NY. Political reporter Morgan McKay breaks down what this could mean for his criminal case.

NYC Mayor Adams' lawyers in DC to discuss dropping criminal case: reports

Lawyers for New York City Mayor Eric Adams are in Washington, D.C. to discuss dropping criminal charges against him, according to a New York Times report.

NY News Update ? Adams? lawyers meet DOJ, possible US trade war
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In this FOX 5 News Block, we follow developments as lawyers for NYC Mayor Eric Adams meet with the Justice Department. Plus, what happens when President Trump?s tariffs on Canada and Mexico kick in tomorrow?

Flatbush redevelopment plans force longtime local businesses to close

Residents in Flatbush, Brooklyn, are raising concerns about changes coming to the neighborhood after several local businesses were forced to shut down.

NYC sanctuary city: Protections and questions under the Trump administration

How will President Trump’s immigration crackdown impact NYC? Take a deep dive into the uncertain future of New York City’s sanctuary city status as the president's new administration moves forward with mass deportation policies and tougher immigration enforcement.

How accurate is Groundhog Day?

How accurate is Staten Island Chuck's annual weather prediction compared to other groundhogs like Pennsylvania's Punxsutawney Phil?

Democratic candidates slam Eric Adams, pitch competing visions for city at mayoral forum

With less than five months until the Democratic primary, seven candidates looking to challenge NYC Mayor Eric Adams gathered for a mayoral forum on the Upper West Side on Wednesday evening.

Afghan refugee in Concord worries about Trump's order to freeze resettlement funds

Assad, an Afghan refugee now living in Concord, had been receiving help from a resettlement agency. But now, that money might dry up under President Donald Trump.

Afghan refugees worry about Trump's order to freeze resettlement funds

Assad, an Afghan refugee now living in California, had been receiving help from a resettlement agency. But now, that money might dry up under President Donald Trump.

8 Tren de Aragua members arrested, 2 wanted in NYC gun ring bust

Authorities in New York City announced the indictment of 10 alleged members and associates of the Tren de Aragua gang.

NYC subway train stolen for joyride; 6 suspects on the loose

The NYPD is searching for the six suspects who are accused of stealing a subway train in Queens and taking it for a joyride.