'Strong' person of interest in NYC sexual assault
A "strong" person of interest is in custody in connection to the sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl last week in broad daylight at Kissena Park in Flushing, Queens, the NYPD said. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the details.
NYC sexual assault: Person of interest in custody
NYPD Chief of Patrol John Chell announced on Good Day New York that they have a "strong" person of interest in custody in connection to the sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl last week in Queens.
NYC rent hike approved for stabilized apartments
Tensions flared outside of Monday night's Rent Guidelines Board meeting, as the board voted to approve rent hikes for stabilized apartments. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the latest.
New images released of NYC sexual assault suspect
The NYPD released new images of the suspect they say sexually assaulted a 13-year-old girl at Kissena Park in Flushing, Queens. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the details.
What is the future of offshore wind farming?
Wind energy has been the subject of debate for many years. Here in New York, a project off the coast of Long Island is leading the country in the fight over clean energy. FOX 5 NY’s Liv Johnson tells us what this offshore wind farm is and how it works.
Restaurant age ban
Do men and women reach maturity at different ages? One restaurant in Missouri thinks so by banning men under 35 and women under 30. FOX 5 NY’s Sharon Crowley asked New Yorkers on how they feel about this rule.
Puppies found inside sack
A woman carrying puppies around illegally in Queens now faces a slew of charges. FOX 5 NY’s Teresa Priolo talked with the rookie cops who came to the rescue.
Yonkers police sergeant indicted for alleged assault
A Yonkers police sergeant has been indicted for assaulting a man during an arrest.
MTA expands bus camera program for bus lanes
Drivers who block bus stops will soon be forced to pay up. The MTA is installing cameras that will automatically issue tickets. FOX 5 NY’s Kendall Green shares how this will work.
Parkgoers push for safety after Queens park attack
Parkgoers remain worried as police continue to search for the suspect who sexually assaulted a teenager at Kissena Park in Queens last Thursday. Community members rallied for more safety precautions including installing security cameras in city green spaces. FOX 5 NY’s Linda Schmidt reports.
NYC Rent Guidelines Board approves increase
The cost of living in rent-stabilized apartments is going up. The Rent Guidelines Board voted to hike rents up more than 5% on two year leases starting this fall. FOX 5 NY’s Stephanie Bertini has the details.
2 men stabbed, 1 fatally on Staten Island
One man is dead and another is injured after a stabbing on Staten Island on Monday, police said.
Man sentenced after fatal drunk driving crash
Two children faced the man who killed their parents in a drunk driving crash last year on Long Island. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg was there as he learned how much time he would spend behind bars.
Social media warning labels
The U.S. surgeon general has called on Congress to require warning labels on social media platforms and their effects on young people’s lives, similar to those now mandatory on cigarette boxes. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley has a closer look at the impact this could have.
Mayor Adams supports proposed mask ban
Mayor Adams gave his stamp of approval on Monday for a proposal that would ban masks in certain settings. FOX 5 NY’s Morgan McKay takes a closer look at where they would and would not be allowed.
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board votes on price hike
New York City's Rent Guidelines Board is considering increasing rent to as much as 4.5% for one-year leases and 6.5% on two-year leases. FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini has the latest.
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Yankees Hope Week
Monday marks the start of Yankees Hope Week, an annual event honoring those whose accomplishments should serve as an inspiration to others. Among the honorees, this year is a former trash collector who graduated from Harvard Law and is now a New York City attorney. FOX 5 NY’s Tina Cervasio has the story.
NYC triple shooting leaves 2 dead
Two men were killed, and a third hospitalized, following an overnight shooting near a subway station in NYC. FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers has the latest from police.
New Yorkers brace the heat
Temperatures are expected to soar upwards of 20 degrees above what is typical in mid-June, with heat indices in the dangerous range. FOX 5 NY's Michelle Ross has the latest from outside.