Pop Culture Politics

In this episode of Battleground, we look at Trump’s campaign stops in Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, the waning Harris honeymoon, and the crucial role of Native American voters in Arizona. Then, Harvey Levin joins S.E. Cupp to give the inside scoop on his interviews with RFK Jr., and how the media is covering the intersection of pop culture and politics. Guests include Meridith McGraw from Politico, Debra Utacia Krol from The Arizona Republic, and TMZ’s Harvey Levin.

Thresher shark washes ashore on Rockaway Beach

A live thresher shark washed ashore and got stranded at Rockaway Beach this week, getting stuck in the shallow waters until people on the beach gave it a nudge back out to sea. FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis has the story.

Landscaper helps struggling Harrison couple

A neighbor in Harrison, New York recently jumped into action to lend a helpful hand to an elderly couple in need. After learning a husband and wife were struggling to maintain their property, a landscaper took it upon himself to get the job done. FOX 5 NY’s Richard Giacovas has the story.

Suffolk County storm cleanup continues

People living in Suffolk County are still cleaning up after catastrophic flooding last week. Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a disaster emergency on Friday, but some are saying it should've been announced earlier so that residents could start applying for federal funds immediately. FOX 5 NY's Michelle Ross has more.

'New Teacher Week' kicks off

NYC Mayor Eric Adams and Schools Chancellor David Banks helped kick off a "New Teacher Week" at LaGuardia High School on Tuesday.

NJ Transit fare holiday hit by more delays

NJ Transit Rail Service in and out of Penn Station is currently subject to half-hour delays, despite it being NJ Transit's fare holiday week, meant to alleviate frustrations commuters have faced from recent service disruptions. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the story.

Randy Mastro testifies in front of City Council

On Tuesday, Randy Mastro testified in front of the City Council as part of his confirmation hearing to be the city’s next top lawyer. Council members pressed Mastro on a variety of topics before a vote to confirm him in the coming weeks. FOX 5 NY’s Morgan McKay breaks down the details.

31 people displaced by Brooklyn 4-alarm fire

Nine people were injured, including 6 firefighters, after a fire tore out a row of houses in Brooklyn Monday night, the FDNY said. Now dozens of families are looking for a place to stay. FOX 5 NY’s Linda Schmidt has the details.

Feds file new indictment in Trump Jan. 6 case

Special counsel Jack Smith has filed a new indictment against Donald Trump that keeps the same criminal charges but narrows the allegations against him following a Supreme Court opinion conferring broad immunity on former presidents.

Is NYC the noisiest city in the world?

It appears New York City is living up to the city that never sleeps. According to a new survey by the language-learning app Preply said that the Big Apple is the second-noisiest city in the world.

9 injured in Brooklyn fire

Nine people were injured, including 6 firefighters, after a fire tore out a row of homes in Brooklyn Monday night, the FDNY said. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas has the details.

Trump threatens to pull out of Sept. debate

Former President Trump indicated he might pull out of the scheduled debate against Vice President Kamala Harris with ABC News on September 10 after watching the network's Sunday shows.