Trump backs Long Island school district fighting to keep ‘Chiefs’ mascot
The Massapequa School District on Long Island is at the center of a growing national controversy after President Trump voiced support for its effort to keep the “Chiefs" mascot.
The Massapequa School District on Long Island is at the center of a growing national controversy after President Trump voiced support for its effort to keep the “Chiefs" mascot.
3 federal prosecutors resign over dismissed corruption case against Mayor Adams
Three federal prosecutors have resigned from the U.S. Justice Department after claiming they were pressured to admit wrongdoing over their involvement in the now-dismissed corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
Three federal prosecutors have resigned from the U.S. Justice Department after claiming they were pressured to admit wrongdoing over their involvement in the now-dismissed corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
George Santos defends social media rants ahead of sentencing in NY fraud case
In a letter ahead of his Friday court date, the 36-year-old said he remains “profoundly sorry” for his crimes but argues the seven year prison sentence sought by prosecutors is overly harsh.
In a letter ahead of his Friday court date, the 36-year-old said he remains “profoundly sorry” for his crimes but argues the seven year prison sentence sought by prosecutors is overly harsh.
Mahmoud Khalil's wife gives birth after ICE denies Columbia activist's plea for temporary release
Emails shared with The Associated Press say federal immigration authorities denied Mahmoud Khalil’s request for a temporary release from detention to attend the birth of his first child.
Emails shared with The Associated Press say federal immigration authorities denied Mahmoud Khalil’s request for a temporary release from detention to attend the birth of his first child.
Feds charge 27 in NYC Tren de Aragua crackdown
Federal authorities have charged 27 people tied to the violent Venezuealan gang Tren de Aragua with crimes including racketeering, sex trafficking, drug trafficking, robbery, and firearms offenses.
Federal authorities have charged 27 people tied to the violent Venezuealan gang Tren de Aragua with crimes including racketeering, sex trafficking, drug trafficking, robbery, and firearms offenses.
Los Angeles Innocence Project claims new evidence in Scott Peterson case
The Los Angeles Innocence Project has filed a proposed petition with the California Court of Appeals in San Francisco to get a new trial for Scott Peterson in the 2002 murder of his wife, Laci, and unborn son.
The Los Angeles Innocence Project has filed a proposed petition with the California Court of Appeals in San Francisco to get a new trial for Scott Peterson in the 2002 murder of his wife, Laci, and unborn son.
NJMVC launches emergency Real ID appointments for urgent travelers
The NJMVC is launching a "REAL ID Emergency Issuance Program" for travelers with life-or-death emergencies or those who have urgent travel plans within 14 days.
The NJMVC is launching a "REAL ID Emergency Issuance Program" for travelers with life-or-death emergencies or those who have urgent travel plans within 14 days.
NY metro area sees one of the largest grocery price increases in US: study
The NY metropolitan area saw one of the largest increases in grocery prices of any metropolitan area in the U.S. over the past year, a new study shows.
The NY metropolitan area saw one of the largest increases in grocery prices of any metropolitan area in the U.S. over the past year, a new study shows.
Judge temporarily blocks Adams from allowing ICE agents on Rikers Island
A NY judge has ordered city officials to temporarily halt discussions with the Trump administration allowing federal immigration agents to operate within the Rikers Island jail complex.
A NY judge has ordered city officials to temporarily halt discussions with the Trump administration allowing federal immigration agents to operate within the Rikers Island jail complex.
Feds issue new deadline for New York to shut down congestion pricing gantries
A new ultimatum from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy sets a deadline of May 21 to end congestion pricing and threatens penalties for noncompliance. But NY lawmakers appear unmoved.
A new ultimatum from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy sets a deadline of May 21 to end congestion pricing and threatens penalties for noncompliance. But NY lawmakers appear unmoved.
12 jurors picked for Harvey Weinstein's #MeToo retrial
jury of seven women and five men has been picked for Harvey Weinstein’s #MeToo rape retrial. Opening statements are expected to begin Wednesday.
jury of seven women and five men has been picked for Harvey Weinstein’s #MeToo rape retrial. Opening statements are expected to begin Wednesday.
Emu and dogs have a blast playing chase at Florida farm
An emu who grew up with a dog was seen having a blast playing a game of chase with two of his canine pals at their farm home in Vero Beach, Florida.
An emu who grew up with a dog was seen having a blast playing a game of chase with two of his canine pals at their farm home in Vero Beach, Florida.
Nadine Menendez, wife of for Sen. Robert Menendez, convicted in bribery scheme
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former U.S. Senator Bob Menendez, was convicted Monday of conspiring with her husband in a sweeping bribery scheme involving gold bars, cash, and a luxury car.
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former U.S. Senator Bob Menendez, was convicted Monday of conspiring with her husband in a sweeping bribery scheme involving gold bars, cash, and a luxury car.
El Paso Walmart shooter pleads guilty to murder in racist attack that killed 23
A North Texas man who shot and killed 23 people at an El Paso Walmart in 2019 pleaded guilty to capital murder in state court on Monday.
A North Texas man who shot and killed 23 people at an El Paso Walmart in 2019 pleaded guilty to capital murder in state court on Monday.
DHS Secretary Noem's purse, with thousands in cash, stolen at DC restaurant
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's purse, containing thousands in cash, was stolen Sunday night at a Washington, D.C., restaurant.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's purse, containing thousands in cash, was stolen Sunday night at a Washington, D.C., restaurant.
Queens house fire kills 3; officials cite blocked exits and no smoke detectors
Three people died, and another person was in critical condition, after a fire tore through an overcrowded home on Easter Sunday in the Jamaica Estates section of Queens, the FDNY said.
Three people died, and another person was in critical condition, after a fire tore through an overcrowded home on Easter Sunday in the Jamaica Estates section of Queens, the FDNY said.
Flashback: When Pope Francis led a 2015 mass at Madison Square Garden
Back in 2015, when Pope Francis visited NYC, he presided over mass at Madison Square Garden. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses was lucky enough to be among the 18,000 in attendance. He described the moment in his own words.
Back in 2015, when Pope Francis visited NYC, he presided over mass at Madison Square Garden. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses was lucky enough to be among the 18,000 in attendance. He described the moment in his own words.
Child among 2 dead after flooding, severe weather lash Plains
At least two people, including a child, have been killed after severe weather tore across portions of Texas and Oklahoma over the weekend.
At least two people, including a child, have been killed after severe weather tore across portions of Texas and Oklahoma over the weekend.
See it: 'Firenado' spins through burning Iowa field sparked by lightning
Strong thunderstorms in Iowa and Nebraska on Thursday night caused several lightning strikes in the area, one of which started this fire whirl.
Strong thunderstorms in Iowa and Nebraska on Thursday night caused several lightning strikes in the area, one of which started this fire whirl.
Missouri State football player Todric McGee dies at 21
Missouri State University has announced the death of football safety Todric McGee.
Missouri State University has announced the death of football safety Todric McGee.