LI student creates surfboard for special needs kids
There’s a new kind of surfboard specifically designed for children with disabilities. It has an adjustable racing seat. FOX 5 NY’s Jodi Goldberg shows us how a college student from Long Island designed it.
Pro-Palestinian protesters storm Hamilton Heights restuarant
A group of pro-Palestinian protesters caused chaotic scenes outside of a restaurant in Hamilton Heights on Tuesday, after they mistakenly thought Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul were dining at the establishment.
SAFE Hotel Act pushes for NYC hotel licensing
The SAFE hotel Act would require that the more than 760 hotels in New York City to be licensed as they are in most major cities around the country. Many including sex trafficking victims say it's needed to improve public safety. FOX 5 NY’s Morgan McKay takes a closer look at the back and forth.
Canadian wildfires cause hazy conditions
The hazy skies are coming from Canada’s wildfire smoke which is spreading across the tri-state area. However, the conditions aren’t as bad as they were last summer. FOX 5 NY’s Liv Johnson takes a closer look at what we can expect to see in the coming days.
NJ Transit announces week of free fares
After a summer riddled with delays and cancellations, New Jersey Governor Phil Murhy has announced that NJ Transit will offer a week of free fares to all riders at the end of the month. FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis has reaction from commuters.
Migrant crew tied to Central Park crime wave
The NYPD now says a young crew of migrants is largely behind the surge in crime in Central Park. In fact, one of the suspects is just 11 years old. FOX 5 NY’s Stephanie Bertini has the latest information.
Biden targets cutting prescription drug costs
Taxpayers are expected to save billions after the Biden administration inked deals with pharmaceutical companies to knock down the list prices for 10 of Medicare’s costliest drugs. But how much older Americans can expect to save when they fill a prescription at their local pharmacy remains unclear, since the list cost isn’t the final price people pay.
Gov. Murphy talks NJ Transit fares, Menendez
NJ Gov. Phil Murphy joined Good Day New York with Dan Bowens and Rosanna Scotto to discuss a variety of topics, including a newly announced NJ Transit fare holiday and Sen. Bob Menendez's replacement.
Flooding forces evacuation at White Plains Hospital
Some patients had to evacuate after a sprinkler malfunction happened inside a hospital wing in Westchester Thursday morning.
NYPD blames migrant crew for Central Park crime surge
Police now say a migrant crew is largely behind the surge in crime in Central Park. One of the suspects is only 11-years-old. FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini has the details.
Hurricane Ernesto path: Where is the storm headed?
FOX 5 NY's Liv Johnson has the details.
Hurricane Ernesto path latest
FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods has the details.
Gov. Murphy announces fare holiday on NJ Transit
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy made the announcement on Good Day New York.
NYC protest after Harris/Walz support rally
NYC pro-Palestinian protesters disrupted a Wednesday night afterparty that followed a democratic rally held in support of Kamala Harris's presidential campaign. FOX 5 NY’s Robert Moses has the details.
New way to tackle spotted lanternfly invasion
Researchers are considering a solution to spotted lanternflies that involves a different bug, but at what cost to us? FOX 5 NY's Jennifer Williams has the story.
New facility treats Long COVID patients
With COVID-19 rates spiking across New York City this summer, a new clinic is up and running, aimed at helping communities still recovering from the pandemic. And as FOX 5 NY's Antwan Lewis shows us, the center is focusing on Long COVID cases.
Mall at Bay Plaza celebrates 10th anniversary
The Mall at Bay Plaza in the Bronx is marking a major milestone, celebrating 10 years in business and thriving when most shopping centers are struggling to stay afloat. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas looks at how they're doing it.
What's next for Vybz Kartel? - STREET SOLDIERS
After 13 years in prison, dancehall star Vybz Kartel is finally a free man. With only two weeks of freedom under his belt, he's already released a new album. So what's next for the megastar? In this week's episode of STREET SOLDIERS, Vybz Kartel speaks with Lisa Evers about what he's turning his attention to next.
Burned woman's body found in Washington Heights
The NYPD is investigating after a woman's severely burned body was discovered inside Highbridge Park in Washington Heights on Wednesday afternoon.
NY Dems rally for Harris/Walz ticket
Democrats in New York gathered on Wednesday to show their support for the Kamala Harris/Tim Walz presidential ticket.