Vice President Kamala Harris speaks
Vice President Kamala Harris called on Americans to join her to “chart a new way forward” as she accepted the Democratic nomination on Thursday, arguing her personal story and prosecutorial background made her uniquely qualified to protect their interests and beat Republican Donald Trump.
Retired NYPD Detective honored for 1968 heroism
Retired NYPD Detective Randy Jurgensen was honored Thursday for his heroism apprehending a suspect who shot a police officer in 1968, all while being off-duty, in plain clothes and without backup. FOX 5 NY's Kendall Green has the story.
Missing boy found playing hooky in Brooklyn
Police spent most of Thursday morning searching for a 9-year-old boy reported missing after heading to school in Brooklyn. SkyFOX located the missing youth, playing hooky from school and hanging out on the roof of his apartment, and captured the moments he was busted by police. FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini has the story.
Long Island wrong-way crash kills 9-year-old
A young boy has died after police say his mother crashed into another vehicle while driving under the influence heading the wrong way on the Southern State Parkway.
Ultimate Tennis Showdown at Forest Hills Stadium
The Ultimate Tennis Showdown is a new tournament set to take place at the iconic Forest Hills Stadium in Queens, the former home of the U.S. National Championships, now known as the U.S. Open.
New Yorkers urged to break down cardboard boxes
The Department of Sanitation is reminding New Yorkers that they are required to break down and tie up cardboard boxes before placing them at the curb. Failure to do so can result in fines, particularly for apartment buildings where improperly discarded boxes can attract pests like rats. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley has the story.
Kamala's Moment, Trump's Move: Fighting for the AAPI and Youth Vote
As Democrats wrap up their Chicago convention with Kamala Harris officially accepting the party's nomination, Donald Trump heads to the Arizona border to highlight one of his signature issues. Both campaigns are making their pitch to young voters aged 18-34 in key swing states, a demographic that could prove decisive in November. Plus, with the rising percentage of Asian-American voters in many battleground states, we examine how this growing voting bloc could tilt the race in favor of either Harris or Trump. Join host S.E. Cupp for expert analysis and on-the-ground reporting from the seven swing states that will decide. With just 74 days until the 2024 election, Battleground keeps you informed on the latest developments in thsi critical race.
Second fire at Queens e-bike shop
An e-bike shop in Richmond Hill, Queens caught fire for the second time last week, leaving behind a pile of scorched and twisted bike parts, along with concerned neighbors.
Long Islanders ask for relief after flooding
The Biden Administration has approved a federal emergency declaration for Connecticut after historic flooding ravaged communities there. But on Long Island, people are still waiting for that extra help. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the story.
Body of British tech magnate Mike Lynch found
The Italian coast guard says the body of British tech magnate Mike Lynch is among those recovered off the coast of Sicily from the wreckage of a superyacht whose builders had called unsinkable. The bodies of Lynch and five others were recovered. One woman remains missing. She has not been identified, but Hannah Lynch, Lynch's 18-year-old daughter, is reportedly unaccounted for.
Police looking for Park Slope groping suspect
People in Park Slope are on edge after several groping incidents near Prospect Park, and some victims have claimed that the NYPD has not taken their complaints seriously.
Kamala Harris to conclude DNC
Vice President Kamala Harris will close out the Democratic National Convention when she accepts her party’s historic presidential nomination. Harris will lay out her vision Thursday night for the country and prosecute her case against Republican Donald Trump, capping a whirlwind month that began when President Joe Biden ended his reelection bid and endorsed her to replace him atop the Democratic ticket.
Swinging for the Fences: DNC's Pitch to Battleground Voters
On an action-packed episode of Battleground, we bring you the latest from a Night 2 of the Democratic National Convention. New polling shws a race too close to call, we'll analyze how Democrats are making their case to crucial swing state voters. Looking ahead, Kamala Harris faces the biggest speech of her political career. What does she need to do to win over undecided voters in key battlegrounds? Plus, we shine a light on gerrymandering in North Carolina. All this and more as we count down the final 75 days to the election. Tune in to Battleground, your essential guide to the states that will decide the presidency.
Missing Brooklyn boy found on roof playing hooky
Panic and an urgent search for a Brooklyn boy ended in chuckles and a thumbs up as police – and SkyFOX – found the 9-year-old playing hooky on a rooftop.
9-year-old killed in Long Island wrong-way crash
A 9-year-old was killed on Long Island after his mother, allegedly under the influence, drove the wrong way on the Southern State Parkway and crashed in Bay Shore, authorities said. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg has the latest.
NY firefighters introduce steamy new calendar
Firefighters with the Mount Vernon Fire Department joined Good Night New York – shirtless – to debut their 2024-2025 calendar.
NY State Police update on Long Island fatal crash
New York State Police held a press conference on Thursday morning to provide an update after a 9-year-old was killed in a crash on Long Island.
Saving the Elizabeth Street Garden
FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the story.
SkyFOX over Bay Shore, LI accident
One person is dead after a multi-vehicle crash involving a wrong-way driver on the Southern State Parkway in Bay Shore, Long Island, officials said.
City worker charged with murder as hate crime
The NYC Parks Department employee accused of shooting and killing a Venezuelan migrant last month in Steuben Park now faces murder as a hate crime charges. FOX 5 NY's Lissette Nuñez has the details.