2025 election for NYC mayor, NJ governor: Live updates

Follow FOX 5 NY for live updates on the 2025 New York City mayoral race and the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial race.

2025 election results: Democrats score wins for governor, mayor

Today’s election results could signal the nation’s political direction – from governor’s races in New Jersey and Virginia to New York City’s high-profile mayoral contest. Here are the results.

Sara Roberts McCarley will become Lakeland's next mayor

The votes are in, and Sara Roberts McCarley will take over as the City of Lakeland's next mayor. 

Department of Education sued by states over new loan forgiveness rule

The Education Department recently announced specific guidelines employers must meet under an amended rule to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Dick Cheney, influential vice president under George W. Bush, dies at 84

Dick Cheney, who served as the 46th vice president of the United States and played a key role in shaping post-9/11 foreign policy, has died 84. He was known as one of the most influential and controversial figures in modern American politics.

November 4 Election Day 2025: What you need to know

Voters head to polls Tuesday in America’s first major election with key races in several states, including New Jersey and Virginia.

SNAP benefits latest: Trump administration says partial funding coming

The Trump administration said Monday afternoon that it will partially fund SNAP, though details about the timeline for cards reloading and the amount were still unclear.

Trump '60 Minutes' interview: Here's what happened

Trump returned to “60 Minutes” for the first time after settling a lawsuit against the newsmagazine. Here's what he said on some topics, from testing nuclear weapons to grocery prices.

Airlines step up as thousands of air traffic controllers go unpaid

Here is how some U.S. airlines are stepping up to support the air traffic controllers that are going without pay amid the government shutdown.

FDA puts restrictions on fluoride use for kids

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest action takes aim at fluoride, a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care.

Government shutdown impacts on SNAP
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FOX 13's Matthew McClellan talked with Metropolitan Ministries CEO Dr. Sarah Combs about the new announcement to continue SNAP benefits.

Some Head Starts to close due to shutdown funding lapse: What we know

When Head Start programs close, children are left without care, teachers aren’t getting paid, and parents may have to miss work or school.

SNAP benefits gone? How to get free or discounted groceries

As SNAP benefits will lapse for millions in November, several food delivery services are offering ways to get discounted groceries. Here are some options available.