Richard Giacovas is a reporter for Fox 5 (WNYW-TV New York) with a focus on local news in New York City. He covers a wide range of stories, including community events, crime, human interest, and local government issues. Richard is dedicated to bringing important and impactful stories to the residents of New York City.
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Richard Giacovas' coverage focuses on local news in New York City and the state of New York, with an emphasis on evolving stories, government announcements, breaking news, government & politics, and crime. When reaching out to him for potential story ideas or sources, consider offering insights related to ongoing developments in local politics or criminal justice issues within New York City or the broader state.
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By: Richard Giacovas, Amanda Geffner, Richard Giacovis
FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovis has the latest. NEW YORK CITY - NYC Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Transportation (DOT) launched a new campaign called, "Get Smart Before You Start" on e-bike safety.
By: Richard Giacovas
A mishap involving sculling boats sent 18 teenagers and one adult coach into the cold waters of Long Island Sound off Connecticut. However, no serious injuries were reported.
By: Richard Giacovas, Jacob Flanagan, Candlelight Vigil
A candlelight vigil was held in Massapequa Park on Wednesday to honor the life of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller, who was shot and killed during a traffic stop in Queens on Monday.
By: Amanda Geffner
More school districts are reporting students missing at least 10% of school days. One district that is really struggling with chronic absenteeism is Yonkers.
By: Amanda Geffner
Iran's bombardment is the second major military attack Israelis have dealt with in the last six months, with the first assault unfolding during the October terror attack by Hamas.
By: Jacob Flanagan, Richard Giacovas
The former site of Papaya King's flagship store on the Upper East Side is set to become the site of a 17-story luxury residential building.
By: Rex Heuermann
A Bronx man has come up with a unique contraption he hopes will help protect vehicles from the spike in catalytic converter thefts across the city.
By: Richard Giacovas, Amanda Geffner
Parents are demanding answers after a Catholic school in Westchester announced its closing.
By: Amanda Geffner, Richard Giacovas
Five puppies were found abandoned in their feces this week in a sealed, airtight container at a gas station in Westchester.
Westchester woman in 'America's Favorite Teacher' A 5th grade teacher at Eastchester Schools is in the running to become America's Favorite Teacher.
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