Alabama executes inmate with nitrogen gas, the first time the new method has been used

Alabama has executed a man with nitrogen gas, putting him to death with a first-of-its-kind method that once again put the U.S. at the forefront of the debate over capital punishment.

Historic Connecticut church's steeple collapses, no injuries reported

The steeple and roof of the historic First Congregational Church in New London have collapsed, leaving a gaping hole in the top of the building and rubble at the front of the building.

Man accused of hoarding over 100 exotic animals at Nassau County home

A man in Nassau County is facing charges after being accused of hoarding over 100 exotic animals inside his home's basement and backyard.

US scientist's salt in tea advice creates stir in Britain

Bryn Mawr College chemistry professor Michelle Francl says one of the keys to a perfect cup of tea is a pinch of salt.

Exclusive: Ghost guns on the rise and how to spot them

FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay sat down with Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg about what his office is doing to crackdown ghost guns.

Remnants of salt still in the city after last week's snow

The Department of Sanitation says 40,000 lbs of salt was used across the five boroughs during last week's storm which was the first snowfall in NYC in 700 days.

Donald Trump's lawyers begin his defense in the E. Jean Carroll defamation suit

Former President Donald Trump's lawyers have begun their defense in a New York courtroom after attorneys for advice columnist E. Jean Carroll finished presenting their case.

Parents charged in Long Island baby's suspected overdose death

A Long Island couple faces several charges following the suspected overdose death of their 14-month-old baby boy.

Brooklyn shootings leave 5 dead in separate overnight incidents across borough

Four separate shootings, which left five people in total dead, occurred overnight in the Brooklyn sections of Crown Heights, Clinton Hill, Park Slope and Ocean Hill, the NYPD said.

Pliers impale Kansas teen after he slips on ice while shoveling snow: 'I didn't know they were in there'

In a bizarre incident, 15-year-old Joey Zeman from Wakeeney, Kansas, survived a freak accident while shoveling snow. Joey slipped on ice and found himself impaled by a pair of pliers he usually carries as part of his farm routine.

Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says

One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.

Robitussin cough syrup recalled nationwide due to microbial contamination

The recalled Robitussin cough syrups were found to have microbial contamination, which could lead to deadly infections for immunocompromised people, officials said.

Police-involved shooting in New Jersey leaves 1 dead

A man is dead after a police involved shooting in South Brunswick, New Jersey on Wednesday.

Oklahoma superintendent faces criticism for appointing Libs of TikTok creator to library panel

Oklahoma's new Republican superintendent of public schools is facing bipartisan criticism for appointing a right-wing social media influencer from New York to a state library advisory committee.