Meet the NYC studio making the Met Gala's flowers

As the Met Gala returns to New York City, some of the stars walking the red carpet will be adorned with handmade fabric flowers crafted in the heart of Manhattan’s Garment District. M&S Schmalberg has been in business for over 100 years and is now the last domestic factory of its kind. Celebrities like Uma Thurman and Cynthia Erivo have worn their creations. FOX 5’s Michelle Ross visited the family-run studio to see how these one-of-a-kind flowers are made—and how a 4-year-old may carry the legacy into the next generation.

Major flight delays at Newark Airport

Officials say the ongoing delays and cancellation at Newark Airport is a nationwide shortage of air traffic controllers issue. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.

Brooklyn Mirage set to reopen

After being closed for months, the newly-renovated Brooklyn Mirage is set to reopen Thursday night, but there are questions if the venue is ready. FOX 5's Kendall Green has the story.

Hochul unveils $68B plan to fund MTA

Governor Kathy Hochul is committing $68 billion to fully fund the MTA’s five-year capital plan, addressing long-standing concerns over subway safety and budget shortfalls. The funding, partially backed by a new payroll tax on large businesses, will bring major upgrades—including new subway cars, improved lighting, platform barriers, additional surveillance cameras, and 60 more accessible stations. FOX 5’s Antwan Lewis reports from Grand Central Station on the sweeping plan and political hurdles ahead.

Search intensifies for missing NJ woman

It’s been more than a month since anyone has seen 48-year-old Janaina Freire Gonçalves, a personal trainer and waitress from Elizabeth, New Jersey. Her son has flown in from Brazil to help in the search as family members grow increasingly concerned. Gonçalves was last seen March 9 training a client, and later with her husband at her apartment building—but has not been seen leaving. FOX 5's Teresa Priolo has the story.

Diddy rejects plea deal in federal case

Sean "Diddy" Combs has formally rejected a government plea deal, choosing to move forward with a federal trial in his sex trafficking and racketeering case.

NYC rent hike proposal explained

The Rent Guidelines Board voted in favor of preliminary rent hikes of up to 4.25% for one-year leases and up to 7.75% for two-year leases on NYC’s rent-stabilized apartments. FOX 5 Ny's Antwan Lewis has the details.

Pre-trial hearing in Diddy sex trafficking case

Jury selection for Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial begins next week. On Thursday, his defense team, as well as the prosecution, will begin the process of cutting down the jury pool from 600 people to just 12. FOX 5 NY's Briella Tomassetti has the latest details.

Landlords, tenants clash over proposed rent hikes

The NYC Rent Guidelines Board voted in favor of preliminary rent increases for the city’s nearly one million rent-stabilized apartments, despite another year of vocal opposition from tenants. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the story.

Veteran BBQ fundraiser returns to NJ

As the nation marks 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War, one New Jersey man is turning backyard barbecue into a mission of support for military families. Scott McDowell started “Scotty Mac’s Sippy Poo BBQ” to raise money for the Fisher House Foundation, which provides free lodging to families of hospitalized veterans. What began as a one-time event has grown into a massive annual gathering, drawing hundreds and raising thousands. FOX 5’s Antwan Lewis introduces us to the man behind the grill and the cause that keeps him cooking.