WNYW-TV (New York, NY)

WNYW, also known as channel 5, serves as the main television station for the Fox Broadcasting Company in New York City. It is owned by the Fox Television Stations, a part of 21st Century Fox, and operates alongside WWOR-TV (channel 9), the flagship station for MyNetworkTV, located in Secaucus, New Jersey. Both stations share studio space at the Fox Television Center in Manhattan's Yorkville neighborhood, and their broadcast signal is transmitted from the top of the Empire State Building.

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Fanatics Fest NYC 2025: Meet your favorite sports athlete at the Javits Center

1 week ago | fox5ny.com | Michael Stallone

Get ready, sports fans! JUMP TO: l l HOURS Fanatics Fest NYC kicks off on Friday through Sunday at the Javits Center, featuring photo ops, panels, podcasts, autographs and more. "Fanatics Fest NYC is the world’s largest arena for sports and collectibles that brings together die-hard enthusiasts, renowned athletes, and passionate collectors for an unparalleled celebration of all things sports, collectibles, and pop culture," the website said.
Severe weather threatens NYC with damaging winds and hail; isolated tornadoes possible

1 week ago | fox5ny.com | Michael Stallone

New York City could see potentially severe weather on Thursday, including damaging winds, heavy rain and scattered thunderstorms, ahead of an expected heat wave next week. JUMP TO: l Warm temperatures and high humidity across the region will set the stage for thunderstorms set to fire this afternoon, threatening the evening commute and air travel with damaging wind gusts of 60 mph. "Watch out for scattered severe thunderstorms today," FOX 5 NY's Audrey Puente said.
NYC Juneteenth 2025: What’s open and closed, things to do

1 week ago | fox5ny.com | Michael Stallone

Today is Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery. JUMP TO: | WHAT'S OPEN AND CLOSED? | | The holiday is in remembrance of when Union General Gordon Granger informed people in Texas that all previously enslaved people in the state were free, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Admission to all New York State Parks will be free on Juneteenth and several beaches are opening early for those looking to start summer a day early.
NY Dems denied access to NYC immigration building reportedly detaining migrants

1 week ago | fox5ny.com | Morgan McKay

Democratic congressional Reps. Dan Goldman, NY-10, and Jerry Nadler, NY-12, were denied access to the 10th floor of a federal immigration building in Manhattan, where ICE is reportedly detaining migrants.
NYC weather alert: Severe storms possible Thursday, heat wave expected next week

1 week ago | fox5ny.com | Michael Stallone

A wild stretch of weather is expected to engulf the New York City area in the coming days, bringing a mixed bag of heavy rain, thunderstorms and dangerous heat. JUMP TO: l First, the region on Thursday faces the threat of severe weather, including damaging winds and the possibility of an isolated tornado. Meanwhile, next week is expected to be dry, but a heat wave could bring along temperatures in the high-90s.
Diddy trial adjourned for the day on Wednesday; expected back Friday

1 week ago | fox5ny.com | Michael Stallone

The trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs was adjourned for the day early on Wednesday. Court will not be in session on Thursday for Juneteenth, but testimony is expected to resume on Friday with former assistant Brendan Paul on the stand. MORE: What's happened during the Diddy trial? Day-by-day recapMORE: Trump answers whether he would pardon Diddy Prosecutors allege Combs physically and sexually abused individuals for over a decade as the acting leader of a sordid empire.
Person reportedly stabbed at Grand Central Terminal

1 week ago | fox5ny.com | Michael Stallone

FOX 5 NY’s Dan Bowens takes a look at some of the more notable crimes across the New York City area this week, including anti-ICE protesters clashing with NYPD, a shocking murder-for-hire plot, and a family tied up and robbed in their own home. NEW YORK CITY - A person was reportedly stabbed on Wednesday morning at Grand Central Terminal, the FDNY said.
NYC mayoral election update: Brad Lander talks ICE arrest; new poll released

1 week ago | fox5ny.com | Michael Stallone

Wednesday is officially under a week until the 2025 New York City primary elections – and the race to unseat incumbent Mayor Eric Adams is heating up. JUMP TO: | | Here's a look at the top headlines in the race for mayor, plus the latest polls, candidate profiles and voter information: The latest: Lander arrested by ICE The backstory: On Tuesday, NYC comptroller and mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested by ICE in immigration court.
Zohran Mamdani: Can the 33-year-old democratic socialist become NYC's next mayor?

1 week ago | fox5ny.com | Michael Stallone

Democratic candidate and Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani is running to be the city's next mayor, aiming to succeed incumbent Mayor Eric Adams, who's running for re-election as an Independent. MORE: Meet the candidates running for NYC mayor: List Mamdani, gaining a following in part for his snappy social media presence, has a focus on rent freezes, free bus rides and no-cost childcare, and is also advocating for housing affordability. Who is Zohran Mamdani?
NYC comptroller Brad Lander: Meet the Democratic candidate for mayor

1 week ago | fox5ny.com | Michael Stallone

Democratic candidate and current New York City Comptroller Brad Lander is running to be the city's next mayor, aiming to succeed incumbent Mayor Eric Adams, who's running for re-election as an Independent. MORE: Meet the candidates running for NYC mayor: List Lander is advocating for police reform, affordable housing and better management of the migrant crisis. Who is Brad Lander?