Panic buttons installed at NYC bodegas
In the wake of a rise in attacks against bodega owners and workers, help is finally coming in the form of panic buttons. The buttons are being installed in hot spots where bodega workers are most vulnerable to violence and robberies. FOX 5 NY's Kendal Green has the story.
Migrant accused of shooting at NYPD cops arraigned
Bernardo Raul Castro Mata, a Venezuelan migrant accused of shooting two NYPD officers earlier this month, was arraigned on Wednesday and confessed to police that he is a member of a notorious Venezuelan gang that is smuggling guns into city-run shelters.
Online retailers getting in on destination deals
We are sailing into a summer of sales, and this year, it's not just electronics people are looking to save big on, but travel deals as well. As FOX 5 NY's Duarte Geraldino shows us, several online retailers are getting in on the destination discounts.
Calls for tougher prosecution of antisemitism
Some New Yorkers are reaching out to Governor Kathy Hochul in a letter calling for more aggressive prosecution of those responsible for antisemitic hate crimes. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley has the story.
16-year-old girl hit and killed by truck in Queens
A 16-year-old girl was fatally struck by a water delivery truck near a school in Queens on Wednesday afternoon. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the story.
Meena Bose previews Biden-Trump debate
What can we expect when a current president and a former one vie for the White House again? FOX 5 NY speaks to Meena Bose, Chair of Presidential STudies at Hofstra University about the upcoming debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.
Kids celebrate last day of school in NYC
It's the day kids have been waiting for all year, as Wednesday marked the final day of classes for children and teens at New York City public schools. But as the celebrations begin, many parents are left wondering about their 3-K plans come this fall.
Popularity of pickle sandwiches
An Italian deli on Long Island is getting rave reviews for a very unconventional sandwich. It features meat tucked between two halves of a pickle. It all started with a TikTok review that has more than 4 million views. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg took a trip to Oceanside to check it out for herself.
Tractor trailer crashes into home in Carteret, NJ
A tractor-trailer crashed into a New Jersey home Wednesday afternoon.
Teen dead, child hurt in Queens hit-and-run
A teenage girl was fatally struck by a hit-and-run truck across the street from a school in Sunnyside, Queens, on Wednesday afternoon, police said. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.
Violence concerns on some city blocks
Ongoing issues on 14th Street were highlighted again this week after a deadly stabbing by an emotionally disturbed man. There are more police in the area, but people living there say more has to be done not only on 14th Street but other blocks in the city. FOX 5 NY's Michelle Ross highlights some of these areas.
MTA budget cuts loom after congestion pricing halt
The full MTA board met for the first time Wednesday since Governor Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing, and things are not looking good in terms of seeing any kind of improvements to the system. FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en has the story.
Deadly hit and run Queens
A teenage girl was fatally struck by a hit-and-run truck across the street from a school in Sunnyside, Queens, on Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Migrant who shot at NYPD cops arraigned
Bernardo Raul Castro Mata, a Venezuelan migrant accused of shooting two NYPD officers earlier this month, was arraigned on Wednesday and confessed to police that he is a member of a notorious Venezuelan gang that is smuggling guns into city-run shelters.
Man who led anti-Israel subway chant turns himself in
A pro-Palestinian protestor accused of shouting at subway riders to "raise your hands if you're a Zionist" has turned himself in.
Addressing extreme heat in schools
A new bill approved by the New York State Legislature would send students home if the classroom exceeds 88 degrees. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg looks at how it would work.
Cop shooting suspect arraigned
The suspect who shot two NYPD officers in NYC was arraigned on murder charges Wednesday morning.
MTA board meets amid congestion pricing pause
The MTA board met Wednesday for the first time since New York Gov. Kathy Hochul paused congestion pricing and before the meeting, riders rallied in favor of the tolling plan. FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en has the details.
MTA to accept NYC congestion pricing pause
The MTA is expected to vote to approve the pause on NYC congestion pricing. FOX 5 NY's Lissette Nuñez has the latest.
SoHo shooting: Man killed in apparent ambush
Javier Osorio-Mejia, a well-known sneaker reseller, was killed in a NYC shooting in SoHo, the NYPD said.