United Way helping Paterson flood victims
In parts of New Jersey, many are still looking to get their lives back on track after las month's flooding. On Tuesday, Paterson took action, starting a new program to help homeowners. FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo has the story.
Vendors banned on city bridges
FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green shares what this means for vendors who made a living selling on the bridge.
NYPD releases 2023 crime statistics
NYC officials are touting the city's 2023 end-of-year crime numbers as a victory, but the truth is a bit more complicated. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay takes a look at the numbers, and hears what officials have to say.
Imam shot and killed outside mosque in NJ
FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini has the latest information.
Imam shot in Newark New Jersey
FOX 5 NY Stephanie Bertini reports live outside the scene.
Mask mandate reinstated at NYC hospitals
Mask mandates are returning at all 11 NYC public hospitals amid a rise in flu, COVID, and RSV cases.
Mayor Adams doubles down on executive order
Mayor Eric Adams doubled down on his executive order limiting the amount of migrant buses in New York City. FOX 5 NY’s Briella Tomassetti has the latest.
Brooklyn Bridge vendors banned
The ban on vendors on the Brooklyn Bridge went into effect Wednesday. FOX 5 NY’s Robert Moses has the details.
Massive sinkhole opens in Brooklyn
A colossal sinkhole, 25 feet wide and 20 feet deep opened in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn on Tuesday, cutting off the water supply to 50 homes in the area. FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en has the story.
Are New Yorkers ready for snow?
It's been a long, long time since New York City has seen significant snowfall (over 600 days!). So FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en hit the streets to ask New Yorkers if they still remember how to handle snowfall, ahead of a possible storm this weekend.
Bob Menendez facing new charges
Embattled New Jersey senator Bob Menendez is facing new charges, after authorities say he used his international clout to help a friend get a multimillion-dollar deal with a Qatari investment fund, partly by taking actions favorable to Qatar’s government.
Brooklyn Bridge vendor ban begins Wednesday
Beginning Wednesday, vendors will be banned from selling trinkets and souvenirs on the walkways and bikeways of all of New York City's bridges, to ease overcrowding.
Magnitude 1.7 earthquake shakes Queens, Roosevelt Island
Officials say a 1.7 magnitude earthquake jolted residents awake in Queens and Roosevelt Island early Tuesday morning, rattling New Yorkers who are unused to the ground moving.
New FAFSA form launches after long delay
After months of delays and setbacks, the long-awaited simplified free application for federal student aid is finally available, but many families are finding that filling out the new form is anything but simple. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has the story.
NJ hardware store marks 100 years in business
Schneider Hardware in West Orange, New Jersey is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the store's opening. FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo looks at the businesses' storied history and shows us how the family has been able to keep it running all these years.
Neighbors caught off guard by UWS shelter plan
Residents on the Upper West Side are voicing their concerns over a plan to turn a former private school into a new homeless shelter. FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers has the story.
Migrant buses finding loopholes in Adams order
Buses are continuing to drop off migrants in several New Jersey towns. Edison Mayor Sam Joshi is vowing to return the asylum seekers to the US/ Mexico border.
Gearing up for winter weather
FOX 5 NY’s Arthur Chi’en has our winter weather checklist and shows us how local stores are getting ready for what could be a mad dash of customers in need of new supplies.
Rewritten indictment against Sen. Bob Menendez
Federal authorities are accusing U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez of introducing a member of the Qatari royal family to a New Jersey businessman seeking investments in a real estate project. They say the family member was a principal in the Qatari Investment Company, which then invested millions in the project.
Rockland students return to school
FOX 5 NY’s Richard Giacovas takes a look at how the school is making sure students feel supported during this time.