Community rallies against gun violence
Advocates in Brownsville, Brooklyn are pushing for parents and neighbors to do more to protect their children after several recent incidents of gun violence. FOX 5 NY’s Linda Schmidt has the latest.
Brooklyn crossing guard retires
School crossing guard Maggie Poston is ready to retire at 90 years old. She's been a crossing guard in Park Slope since the 70s. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas shows us how she has become such a beloved fixture in the community and shares her retirement plans.
Fleeing China for a better life | Migrants in America
As the city continues to grapple with the migrant crisis, we are taking a closer look at the experiences of one group making this their new home. Chinese nationals are among those crossing the southern border and settling in New York City. FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini has the latest in our "Migrants in America" series.
NYC officials issue air quality alert
NYC officials issued an air quality alert on Tuesday. It was this week last year when smoke from the Canadian wildfires turned the skyline into an eerie shadow of orange. FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley explains there could be more of that to come.
Primary Day in New Jersey
It's Primary Day in New Jersey and the name Menendez is looming large over several contests in the state. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses reports on the races and results to watch.
Woman pleads not guilty in fatal Long Island crash
The driver in a suspected DWI crash that left a woman dead came face to face with the victim's family. Rachel Lodice pleaded not guilty to charges including manslaughter and leaving the scene. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg was there for the emotional court hearing.
Brooklyn playground shooting: Mother speaks out
Two girls – ages 9 and 11 – were caught in a crossfire on Monday night in NYC after shots rang out at a Brooklyn playground, the NYPD said. Both girls are expected to be okay. FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers spoke to the mother of one of the victims.
S.E. Cupp talks new political show 'Battleground'
The new FOX series ''Battleground'' is digging deep into the critical issues and politics in the seven swing states that could decide the 2024 presidential election. Host S.E. Cupp joined Good Day New York to discuss the new program.
T20 World Cup 2024: Thousands attend match on LI
Nassau County held its first official cricket match of the T20 World Cup 2024. FOX 5 NY’s Jennifer Williams has the story.
Primary Day in New Jersey: What to know
Polls have opened for Primary Day in New Jersey. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the details.
2 girls shot in NYC playground
Two young girls – ages 9 and 11 – were caught in a crossfire on Monday night in NYC after shots rang out at a Brooklyn playground, the NYPD said. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the details.
2 girls shot and injured in Brooklyn Park: NYPD
Two children were shot and injured in Brooklyn Monday night, police said.
Text before calling?
When you need to get in touch with someone do you text first and then call or just go straight for the all? Well, it seems more people want to get that text first. FOX 5 NY’s Sharon Crowley is all dialed in on the new phone etiquette.
Queens magnet fishers reel in $100K in cash
A couple in Queens went “magnet fishing,” yes that’s a thing. They found a safe stuffed with $100,000 in cash. FOX 5 NY’s Arthur Chi’en caught up with the couple about their lucky catch.
NYC Parks officer’s attempts to detain child
There was outrage after a video showed a parks enforcement officer attempting to detain a child who was selling fruit. The video shows the officer grabbing her while she has one of her hands handcuffed. FOX 5 NY’s Linda Schmidt takes a closer look at what unfolded and how the mayor is responding.
‘Ur in Luck’ program expands bathroom access
It’s a problem we’ve all faced, you have to go but can’t find a public bathroom in the city. Now “Ur in Luck” literally. That’s the name of a new program announced Monday to expand public restroom access. FOX 5 NY’s Kendall Green shows us there’s a new mapping tool and dozens of new bathrooms on the way.
Brazen bike shop attack
Video footage shows a suspect attacking a store manager in Queens with a helmet before throwing a scooter battery through the store’s window. FOX 5 NY’s Linda Schmidt spoke with the store manager and the people who saw all of this unfold.
Minecraft 5 borough school battle
Students across the five boroughs showed off their best Minecraft skills as they prepared for a battle of the borough's e-sports competition. It’s a fun and immersive way for students to show how they would make the city more sustainable by creating the most future-ready city spaces. FOX 5 NY’s Kendall Green has more on the competition.
Protecting kids from social media dangers
Albany is taking action on the impact social media has on children’s mental health. New York State Senator Andrew Gounardes has introduced two bills aiming to protect kids from addictive online content and restrict what big tech companies do with children’s personal information. Gounardes has the details.
NYPL Broadway photography exhibit
A new exhibit at the New York Public Library is highlighting the works of two of the most prominent Broadway photographers. The exhibit highlights both older and newer shows including Wicked, Les Miserables, and Hamilton. FOX 5 NY’s Chris Welch gives us a look.