These NJ cities ranked among US safest, richest to live in 2024

Six cities in New Jersey were ranked among the top 30 safest and wealthiest in the United States. Here's an in-depth look at them.

Virtual reality taking senior citizens for a trip around the world - and beyond

Mynd Immersive is the name of the technology out of the Dallas-based company, and it’s being installed in 60 facilities for seniors across New York and New Jersey.

Federal lawsuit challenges Nassau County mask ban

A disability rights organization is challenging the Nassau County, Long Island ban on wearing masks in public, except for health and religious reasons. Here's what they argue.

4-year-old stabbed multiple times in Paterson: Police

Police are investigating after a 4-year-old was reportedly stabbed multiple times in Paterson,

Mamta Kafle Bhatt’s husband accused of murdering her, dragging body from home: court documents

Criminal complaint documents obtained by FOX 5 reveal gruesome details, accusing Naresh Bhatt of murdering his wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt, a missing Virginia mother presumed dead, and dragging her body from their Manassas Park home.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he's suspending his presidential bid, endorsing Donald Trump

Ahead of a planned speech in Phoenix, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign said in a Pennsylvania court filing Friday that he is endorsing Donald Trump for president.

Family mourns after mother's burned body found in Highbridge Park

The family of Marcia Recarey is in mourning and searching for answers after the 58-year-old's body was found severely burned in Highbridge Park last week.

Who is Kerri Bedrick? Long Island mom arraigned in crash that killed son

Kerri Bedrick, of Long Island, is facing several charges after a wrong-way crash on the Southern State Parkway killed her 9-year-old son, Eli Henrys, in Bay Shore, authorities say.

EXCLUSIVE: Father of Victoria Lee speaks out after police shooting

The father of Victoria Lee, who was fatally shot by Fort Lee police during a mental health crisis, is speaking out, demanding justice and accountability for what he calls a "senseless loss."

NYC teen found after disappearing near Wall Street

Sophie Barker, 17, was last seen on Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. around the Wall Street area in NYC.

Belmar, NJ police bodycam details surfer arrest: 'Drop the surfboard'

Belmar Police Chief Tina Scott is defending the actions of her officers over the rough arrest of a surfer on a NJ beach, and the department says police bodycam video justifies the charges.

What happens if New Yorkers don't break down their cardboard boxes?

Have you ever stopped to think about how many cardboard boxes come into and out of your home every week? Well, the NYC Department of Sanitation knows the answer – it's a lot.

Retired NYPD Detective honored for 1968 heroism

Retired NYPD Detective Randy Jurgensen was honored Thursday for his heroism apprehending a suspect who shot a police officer in 1968, all while being off-duty, in plain clothes and without backup.

Park Slope residents on edge after multiple groping incidents

A string of groping incidents near Prospect Park have left residents in Park Slope on edge and criticizing the NYPD's handling of the incidents.

NYPD, SkyFOX catch boy playing hooky after urgent search

Panic and an urgent search for a Brooklyn boy ended in chuckles and a thumbs up as police – and SkyFOX – found the 9-year-old playing hooky on a rooftop.

9-year-old killed in Southern State Parkway crash; mom drove impaired: police

A 9-year-old was killed in Bay Shore, Long Island after his mother, allegedly under the influence, drove the wrong way on the Southern State Parkway and crashed, authorities said.

Queens e-bike shop catches fire again, sparking safety concerns

A e-bike shop in Richmond Hill caught fire for the second time last week, leaving neighbors saying they are concerned for their own safety.

Long Island business owners ask for federal relief after devastating flooding

The Biden Administration has approved a federal emergency declaration for Connecticut after historic flooding ravaged communities there. But on Long Island, business owners say they are still waiting for that extra help.