New NYC ride app claims fares up to 20% cheaper than Uber, Lyft — but city says it’s illegal

Empower is recruiting TLC-licensed Uber and Lyft drivers, promising they can keep 100% of fares and set their own prices. Drivers pay a monthly subscription ranging from $50 to $350.

Government Shutdown: DHS closure seems certain as funding talks stall

A shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security appeared all but certain as House and Senate lawmakers prepared to leave Washington for a 10‑day recess and negotiations with the White House over Democrats’ demands stalled.

Meet the 111-year-old believed to be oldest man in US

Luis Cano, who was born in Colombia and now lives in Linden, celebrated his 111th birthday on Dec. 9.

Confirmed case of measles in NYC, Dept. of Health reports

There is one confirmed measles case in New York City, according to New York City's Department of Health.

NY officials re-raise pride flag removed from Stonewall

Hundreds gathered to watch as New York officials re-raised the LGBTQ+ pride flag at the Stonewall National Monument, FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green reports.

Polymarket free grocery store opens in NYC: Here's how it works

Polymarket, a prediction market, opened what it's calling “New York's First Free Grocery Stores" at 7th Avenue and Charles Street on Thursday.

Some gift cards sold at Costco are now worthless

Shoppers who bought restaurant gift cards at Costco may be in for a costly surprise.

New York City spends the most on Valentine's Day: Here's how much

Valentine's Day spending is expected to reach record highs this year, and New Yorkers typically shell out the biggest bucks!

Light snow, wintry mix possible this weekend in NYC

The Northeast was spared from a major winter storm this weekend, but New York City could still see light snow Sunday night into President's Day on Monday.

ICE surge in Minnesota is ending, Border Czar Tom Homan says

The Trump administration will bring an end to the ICE surge in Minnesota after reaching agreements with local authorities, Border Czar Tom Homan announced on Thursday.

SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions taking effect in three more states - see where

More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.

ICE says it will play a 'key part' in security for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US: Report

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will play a role in security planning for the FIFA World Cup 2026, which features matches in New York/New Jersey and Philadelphia, according to reports.

Man stabbed in California prison nearly 180 times, video of his death leaked

A 36-year-old man was stabbed nearly 180 times at a California state prison and someone inside captured video of the gruesome death before leaking it to the outside, where it went viral on social media.

US Navy destroyer, supply ship collide in Caribbean, injuring 2 sailors

Two U.S. Navy sailors were injured on Wednesday after a U.S. Navy destroyer and a supply ship collided in the Caribbean, military officials said.

Newborn baby found dead in debris after Queens fire killed her mother

Fire officials said crews were initially unable to reach her as they battled the blaze because conditions inside the building became too dangerous and the structure had to be cleared.