Missing non-verbal teen found

A non-verbal 18-year-old with autism was found in Tribeca after going missing from his home in Queens on Monday.

Americans 'YOLO spending' into debt

A new survey reveals that one in three Americans would splurge their way into debt. FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini looks at why so many people seem willing to sacrifice their credit score for an experience that doesn't last long.

Could NY introduce new youth tobacco ban?

Could a new law in a Massachusetts town that bans anyone born on or after January 1, 2000 from buying tobacco products be heading to our area? FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso takes a look.

Tri-state hit with high winds and rain

It's been a night of wild winds all across our area, knocking down trees and telephone poles, knocking out power to thousands. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas has the story.

Trees down across NYC area

High winds have knocked down trees and power lines across the region as a powerful coastal storm batters the region.

Under My Um-brella: Etiquette 101

Do New Yorkers need a refresher in umbrella etiquette? FOX 5 NY's JEssica Formoso spoke with people on the streets about some of the most annoying umbrella habits they've seen.

MTA proposes fine for marathon bridge closure

The MTA wants to charge New York road runners $750K for closing the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge during the New York City Marathon to make up for toll revenue lost during the event.

Finding love on the spectrum

Many people on the spectrum find love and enjoy long-term satisfying relationships. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt shows us how some are navigating the changing world of love and dating.

Fierce earthquake rattles Taiwan, killing 9

The most powerful earthquake to rock Taiwan in a quarter-century killed nine people, stranded dozens of workers at quarries, and sent some residents scrambling out the windows of damaged buildings. The quake during Wednesday's morning rush hour also injured more than 1,000.

Weight loss drug users face higher pregnancy risk

A warning for anyone using weight loss drugs like Ozempic, you could be at higher risk for unplanned pregnancy. FOX 5 NY's Chris Welch talked to doctors about why these drugs could make birth control pills less effective.

Backlash at Heastie over retail crime penalty bill

Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie has come under fire for refusing to back a bill that would increase penalties for attacks on retail workers. He says he does not believe that this would be a deterrent. FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en shows us many bodega workers in his district disagree.

Sustainable clothing brand based on Long Island

In honor of Earth Month, FOX 5 is highlighting a local fashion designer making sustainability a priority. A woman from Long Island makes clothes from repurposed fabrics that she finds at thrift shops or other donation-based stories. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg takes a look at her work.

NJ fight against congestion pricing heads to court

New Jersey's battle to stop congestion pricing in Manhattan headed to federal court on Wednesday, with plaintiffs asking a judge to order the MTA to do additional environmental impact studies before the plan can take effect. FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis has the story.

Storms bring high flood risk across region

Officials are monitoring rivers like the Passaic, as Wednesday's storm brings the possibility of flooding for multiple rivers across the region. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas has the story.

NYPD crime stats: March 2024

Mayor Adams and the NYPD shared that the latest statistics show that crime in the city is down. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the details.

Migrant squatters arrested in the Bronx

Eight migrants found squatting last week inside a Norwood, Bronx apartment were arrested on gun and drug charges, but six of them were subsequently released without bail. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the details.