NYC ending controversial migrant debit card program

New York City is ending a pilot program that provided migrant families with up to $350 a week on prepaid debit cards. Critics had argued that the program was vulnerable to misuse and prioritized migrants over New Yorkers in need.

Suffolk County overhauls Child Protective Services after death of 8 y/o Thomas Valva

The death of 8-year-old Thomas Valva revealed several failures within Suffolk County's Child Protective Services, which officials are looking to address with several changes and reforms.

Political comebacks and returns to private life: What happens to former presidential candidates?

As a country, we often hear less about the people who lost a presidential election. Here's a look at what happened to major political party candidates who didn't get voted into the White House.

Georgia residents reporting disturbing racist messages before, after election

Multiple Georgia residents contacted FOX 5 Atlanta after receiving an alarming text message about upcoming enslavement or being informed about a potential threat from white supremacists and KKK members.

Gov. Newsom says he's going to 'Trump proof' California state laws

California’s Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, a fierce critic of former President Donald Trump, on Thursday called for lawmakers to convene a special session later this year to safeguard the state’s progressive policies on climate change, reproductive rights and immigration ahead of another Trump presidency.

Democrat Laura Gillen flips NY’s District 4 blue on Long Island

Democrat Laura Gillen wins New York’s battleground District 4 House seat on Long Island, flipping it blue and overcoming her previous defeat to Republican Rep. Anthony D’Esposito.

Rockefeller Christmas tree begins its journey to the Big Apple

Get ready, New York City, it's almost the most wonderful time of the year. The Rockefeller Christmas tree is on its way from Massachusetts. Here's when the tree is expected to arrive:

Is the Starbucks app down?

On the day Starbucks rolled out their holiday menu and cups, the company experienced an outage of the order ahead and pay feature on its app.

Meet the Brooklyn Skate Moms: A community of women embracing skateboarding

In Brooklyn, a group of moms has turned their school drop-off routine into a chance to hit the skate parks. They call themselves the "Brooklyn Skate Moms," and they've found both joy and a sense of community in skateboarding.

Queens gas line break causes debris to spew out of ground: VIDEO

A gas line break on Thursday morning in the South Richmond Hill section of Queens caused debris to spew out of the ground and onto the street.

Plea deals revived for alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, others

A military judge has ruled that plea agreements struck by alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants are valid.

Nanny's assault inside Hoboken park sparks outcry for increased security

A nanny was violently attacked on Halloween in Hoboken's Church Square Park, leaving her family and local residents shaken and demanding a stronger police presence.

NY state trooper under criminal investigation after Southern State Parkway shooting

Trooper Thomas Mascia, who claimed he was shot while assisting a stranded driver, is now suspended without pay, with his badge and duty weapons confiscated.

Atlanta Delta flight to DC diverted to NC due to 'odor'

A Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta to Washington D.C. was forced to divert to a North Carolina airport due to a smell in the cabin.

NY leaders react to Trump's election victory, brace for policy challenges

With Donald Trump’s return to the White House, New York leaders, including Governor Kathy Hochul, Mayor Eric Adams, and Attorney General Letitia James, shared their reactions and plans for the city’s future