Conclave latest: Black smoke seen on Thursday

Black smoke again poured out of the Sistine Chapel chimney, indicating that no pope was elected on second or third ballots of the conclave to choose a new leader of the Catholic Church. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the latest details.

How moms today are redefining motherhood

From the rise of “super mom” expectations to the influence of social media, modern motherhood is more complex than ever. In this week’s Street Soldiers episode, FOX 5’s Lisa Evers explores the evolving reality of being a mom in 2025.

NJ breaks ground on Veterans Village

A groundbreaking ceremony in Bayville, New Jersey, marks the start of a major effort to combat veteran homelessness. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is building the Bayville Veterans Village—an apartment complex that will house more than 120 veterans. The facility will include support services such as job training, mental health counseling, and legal aid. Twenty-four comfort homes will also be available for elderly veterans. FOX 5’s Antwan Lewis reports on the new development and its impact on those who served.

Westchester Boy Scout maps 2,000 veterans’ graves

A Westchester Boy Scout is going above and beyond this Memorial Day. For nearly a year, 16-year-old Mark Pellegrini has worked to identify every veteran buried at Greenwood Union Cemetery in Rye, New York — more than 2,000 names — in an effort to place a flag on each grave. With help from a grant and donations of thousands of miniature flags, Mark is now asking for volunteers to join him on May 17 to help honor these fallen heroes. FOX 5’s Richard Giacovas has the exclusive story.

Community demands action after dog attacks on UWS

Tensions boiled over at a town hall meeting on the Upper West Side after new video surfaced of a brutal dog attack involving two pit bulls and a 10-year-old Chihuahua named Penny. Residents say it's not the first time the same dogs have attacked, pointing to a similar incident in January that left another small dog dead. With the pit bulls still roaming the neighborhood, community members and Councilwoman Gale Brewer are now pushing for a change to state law that would criminalize dog-on-dog attacks. FOX 5’s Richard Giacovas reports from the Goddard Community Center.

Dozens arrested after Columbia library protest

At least 75 people were arrested after a group of pro-Palestinian protesters stormed Butler Library at Columbia University, disrupting students studying for exams. According to university officials, some of those involved were not students, and two Columbia public safety officers were injured. FOX 5's Linda Schmidt has the story.

'Long Island Wise Guy' reveals secret identity

He’s one of Long Island’s biggest social media sensations—known as the Long Island Wise Guy—but his identity has remained a secret… until now. In an exclusive interview with FOX 5’s Jodi Goldberg, the anonymous content creator opens up for the first time about how the viral page started, how he keeps it hidden from even his own family, and what it’s like to manage hundreds of quirky and satirical submissions each day.

Andrew Cuomo launches ‘Fight and Deliver’ party

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has launched a new third-party ballot line called “Fight and Deliver” in his run for New York City mayor. While Cuomo leads in the polls ahead of the Democratic primary, the new line gives him a second spot on the general election ballot. FOX 5’s Morgan McKay breaks down what this means for the race and how rivals—including Mayor Eric Adams and Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani—are responding.

Whistleblower speaks out after Autism center abuse

A caregiver at the Anderson Center for Autism has been sentenced to 1 to 3 years in prison for abusing a non-verbal autistic teenager in Dutchess County. FOX 5’s Teresa Priolo reports the case came to light after whistleblower Emmerson Phiri secretly recorded disturbing video of the abuse. Phiri, who was suspended and later fired after alerting the boy’s family, says the teen was not the only victim. In an exclusive interview, he shares why he risked everything to expose the truth.

Jury selection in Diddy trial continues into fourth day

Day 3 of jury selection in the federal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs has wrapped without a final jury seated, despite the judge’s initial goal of wrapping selection by today. FOX 5’s Michelle Ross reports from lower Manhattan, where the court will now resume proceedings Friday morning.

NTSB report on Hudson River helicopter crash

The NTSB has released its preliminary report into last month’s deadly Hudson River helicopter crash that killed six people, including a family visiting from Spain and their pilot. The six-page report reveals the helicopter broke into three major parts mid-air before crashing just 17 minutes after takeoff.

No new Pope as black smoke rises from Sistine Chapel

The first vote in the papal conclave has ended without a decision, as black smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel chimney Wednesday afternoon. FOX 5’s Sharon Crowley reports on the secretive selection process from Vatican City, where 133 cardinals from around the world gathered under Michelangelo’s frescoes to begin deliberations.

When will the next pope be elected?

All 133 cardinal electors will attend a Eucharistic celebration in the morning, according to Vatican News. In the afternoon, electors will head to the Sistine Chapel where they will take an oath of secrecy.

Real ID deadline is here: How to get one

After nearly 20 years of delays, the deadline to obtain a Real ID for your license is finally here, meaning air travelers need the identification to board domestic flights and gain entrance to certain federal buildings. FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en has the latest.