Fire destroys 5 homes in Newark-Irvington
A massive fire destroyed five homes along Montgomery Street, straddling the Newark-Irvington border, leaving 27 people homeless, including five children. FOX 5's Arthur Chi'en has the story.
Two pandas arrive at National Zoo
The National Zoo’s long dark panda drought has come to an end. Eleven months after the zoo sent its three wildly popular pandas — Mei Xiang, Tian Tian and their cub Xiao Qi Ji — back to China, a new pair of bears arrived late Tuesday morning. The three-year old giant pandas, named Bao Li and Qing Bao, were flown from China to Dulles International Airport in suburban Virginia, with a refueling stop in Alaska.
Meet NJ Senate candidate Andy Kim
FOX 5's Teresa Priolo sat down with NJ Senate Candidate Rep. Andy Kim to hear his position on issues like trust in government, the economy, the migrant crisis and the Israel-Hamas war.
Large fire tears through Newark, NJ, homes
A fire in Newark, New Jersey is raging through multiple buildings with flames shooting from the rooftops. FOX 5 NY's Dan Rice has the latest information.
Adams' fundraising takes a hit after indictment
NYC Mayor Eric Adams took questions from reporters on Tuesday as new numbers show his fundraising has taken a toll in the wake of his federal indictment. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the latest.
Father of Harlem boy in custody day after mom charged
The father of the 4-year-old boy found dead in Harlem is now in custody just one day after the boy's mother was taken into custody in connection with his death. FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers has the details.
Push to clean up Roosevelt Ave. in Queens
NYPD members descended on Queens on Tuesday as part of a push to clean up Roosevelt Avenue, which has been plagued with problems.
NY news update: Boy, 4, dies; parents arrested
The father of a 4-year-old boy who was found dead inside a Harlem apartment has been arrested, while the boy's mother awaits arraignment, the Victoria's Secret fashion is is set for a return to New York City and more in this latest NY news update.
NYC health commissioner stepping down Friday
NYC Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan is reportedly resigning as soon as Friday, despite initially planning to step down at the end of the year.
Father arrested, mother charged in death of 4-year-old
Police have arrested the father of the 4-year-old boy found dead in Harlem, while his mother is expected to appear in court. FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers has the latest.
2 injured by falling glass in Queens
Two people are recovering after they were hit by falling glass in Queens on Monday, police said.
NYPD Chief warns that Tren de Aragua gang has started recruiting children
Assistant Chief at Detective Bureau says what started out as theft has become brazen and dangerous crime throughout NYC.
The dangers of distracted walking
All you have to do is look up and you’ll see someone walking on city streets and into busy intersections with their head down glued to their phone. FOX 5 NY’s Arthur Chi’en tells us new research shows distracted walking can just be as dangerous as distracted driving.
Recreational marijuana poses danger to pets
Recreational marijuana may be legal in New York, but it’s not for our four legged friends. FOX 5 NY’s Duarte Geraldino shows us how local vets are raising a red flag after seeing dogs and cats who’ve accidentally gotten ahold of pot.
Suburbs see surge in down-ballot candidate signs
In the suburbs, you may notice what seems to be a new phenomenon, lawns where you’ll see signs for down ballot candidates and not for Trump and Harris. FOX 5 NY’s Teresa Priolo has the details.
Mother charged after son, 4, found dead in Harlem
Police have identified the 4-year-old boy who was found dead inside a home in Harlem and arrested his mother. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest information.
4-year-old Harlem boy dead, mother charged
A 4-year-old boy was found dead inside a home in Harlem, and his father found the child unresponsive and called 911, according to sources. FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers has the latest.
Adams faces indictment for alleged illegal donations
The recent indictment of Mayor Adams is putting the city’s public campaign finance program under the microscope. Prosecutors say he gamed the system by accepting illegal donations and then using the donations to get even more money. FOX 5 NY’s Morgan McKay reports.
How extreme weather affects Long Island pumpkins
Just in time for Halloween, now its a good time to check out how pumpkins in our area are doing. FOX 5 NY’s Jodi Goldberg shows us how some extreme weather conditions have impacted those beginning to grow on Long Island.
Columbus Day Parade marks 80 years in NYC
About one million people made their way to Fifth Avenue to celebrate Columbus Day and the Italian-American heritage. The parade is now in its 80th year. FOX 5 NY’s Michelle Ross has more on the sights and sounds of the celebration.