Columbia University latest

Tensions are building at Columbia University after pro-Palestinian demonstrators set up camp on school grounds. FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green has the latest.

Persian Day Parade

The 20th annual Persian Day Parade took place down Madison Avenue in New York City. FOX 5 NY's Michelle Ross has the story.

Queens fatal shooting

Corona, Queens was rattled by gunfire in the early hours of the morning on Saturday. Police say they had no choice but to shoot a knife-wielding suspect. FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini has the details.

Street Soldiers - Cowboy Culture Craze

We're seeing cowboy themes in popular shows, in fashion and in music, where Beyonce's "Cowboy Carter" album is doing more than getting people to dance, it's also raising awareness about black country artists and sending a strong message that country music is for everyone.

New NYPD cannabis crackdown

New York City is planning a new crackdown on illegal marijuana shops. FOX 5 NY's Richard Gioacovas has more on the new plan that will give the NYPD more teeth when it comes to shutting down shops operating outside the law.

The Women's history of the Brooklyn Bridge

May will mark 141 years since the opening of the Brooklyn Bridge. But the completion of the iconic New York City landmark would never have been possible without a woman named Emily Warren Roebling. Tashanea Whitlow brings us her story.

Cleaver-wielding LI man arrested

A man caught on surveillance video banging on a door of a Long Island home with a meat cleaver has been arrested. People living nearby say this isn't the first encounter they've had with the man.

Israel, Iran play down apparent Israeli strike

Israel and Iran are both playing down an apparent Israeli airstrike near a major air base and nuclear site in central Iran. The muted public responses signal the two bitter enemies are ready to prevent their latest eruption of violence from escalating into a full-blown regionwide war.

Opening statements Monday in Trump hush money case

A full jury of 12 people and six alternates was seated Friday in Donald Trump’s hush money case, setting the stage for opening statements next week in the first criminal trial of a former U.S. president.

Man sets himself on fire in Manhattan

A man set himself on fire outside of the Manhattan courtroom where former President Donald Trump is being tried, according to authorities. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the story.

Crime in the City full episode: April 19, 2024

A look at some of the more notable crimes across the New York City area this week, including a little girl punched at Grand Central, a deadly drive-by shooting in the Bronx and a brazen knife fight caught on camera in Manhattan.