Crime in the City full episode: January 12, 2024
A look at some of the more notable crimes across the New York City area this week, including a secret tunnel discovered underneath a Brooklyn synagogue, a murder at the Randall's Island migrant shelter and the opioid crisis gripping Staten Island.
Miracle on the Hudson: 1/15/09 news coverage
Check out our FOX 5 Flashback coverage of the "Miracle on the Hudson." Back on Jan. 15, 2009, Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger managed to land U.S. Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River. His actions, along with those of the Coast Guard, the FDNY, and over a dozen ferries, saved the lives of all 155 people onboard.
NJ residents rescued as Passaic River crests
SkyFOX was over Paterson, where the fire department made a rescue as the flooding worsened. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the latest.
NYC weather: Is rain, snow next for NY, NJ, CT?
FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods has the details in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
East Side casino proposal concerns: What to know
The proposal to build a casino on the east side of Manhattan, near Midtown, is getting pushback from residents. FOX 5 NY’s Sharon Crowley has the story.
Migrant's journey from NJ to NYC
In a story you will only see on FOX 5 NY, go on a ride with a group of migrants who traveled to New Jersey from Texas and then took a train to New York City, proving that there are ways around a new executive order placing restrictions on when and how buses carrying migrants can arrive in the city.
Midtown East casino proposal
Residents on Manhattan's east side voiced their concerns and opposition to a proposal that would bring a casino to their neighborhood on Thursday afternoon.
Staten Island fentanyl ODs fuel calls for change
The Staten Island fentanyl task force wants Governor Kathy Hochul to declare an opioid health emergency, as the latest numbers from the city show fentanyl overdose deaths are on the rise. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas has the story.
NYC considers curfews for migrants in shelters
Could curfews be coming to migrant shelters in New York City? The Mayor's office says they're considering it. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the story.
Passaic River crests, bringing more flooding to NJ
The rain may have stopped over 48 hours ago but by 7 p.m. Thursday, the Passaic River was cresting, flooding the nearby community of Little Falls. FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo has the story.
NYC Dept. of Health: Flu and COVID cases rising
NYC Health Commissioner Ashwin Vasan joins us with the latest.
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From product endorsements to sales, social media is growing as a marketplace like never before. It's focused and engaged audience is a seller's dream and is creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs. But is it here to stay? FOX 5 NY's STREET SOLDIERS takes a look.
East Side casino proposal faces local pushback
A proposed casino on the east side of Manhattan has a lot of people in Midtown talking. The local board recently rejected a proposal for it to be able to bypass zoning rules, and the public is now getting ready to voice their concerns at a town hall. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley has the story.
Pranksters pulling subway brakes
FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt found out this happens more often than you think.
Long Island homeowners struggle with flooding
All the recent rainfall has been a nightmare for one woman on Long Island, whose home fills up with water every time it rains.
Brooklyn synagogue evacuated due to secret tunnel discovery
FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis takes a closer look at the damage and how the city is responding.
Donald Trump gives speech on final day of trial
Barred from giving a formal closing argument, Donald Trump still seized an opportunity to speak in court at the conclusion of his New York civil trial, calling the proceedings “a fraud on me” before the judge cut him off. That was just hours after authorities responded to a bomb threat at the judge’s house Thursday morning.
Flood threat looms near Passaic River
FOX 5 NY's Michelle Ross has the latest from Little Falls.
2 teens shot in Newark
FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the latest from Newark.
New turnstiles simple hack
NYC riders have found a simple new way to evade subway fares.