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NYPD ‘No-Chase’ Policy Working But Too Late to Save ‘Hawk’ Hughley

The NYPD has reduced its high-speed chases by 85 percent in little more than a month.

March 7, 2025

Friday Video: A Very Cogent Argument Against E-Bike Registration

... And it's from a Canadian (he's so polite!).

March 7, 2025

Community Boards, Lawmakers Flex Regained Powers to Stall Outdoor Dining

It's a long and winding road just to set up some tables and chairs.

March 6, 2025

Greenpoint and Williamsburg Beg DOT for 20MPH Slow Zone

Since the state legislature allowed New York City to drop the speed limit, only one zone — Manhattan below Canal Street — has gotten the safety improvement.

March 6, 2025

Thursday’s Headlines: ‘So, About that Poll’ Edition

Quinnipiac put out a poll that shows that maybe we are leaving the valley of political death. Plus other news.

March 6, 2025

Wednesday’s Headlines: Take a Bike Edition

This is a musician. With a Sousaphone. On a bike! Plus other news.

March 5, 2025

Could the Comeback of the Pedestrian Mall Start on Bourbon St.?

A recent terror attack has reignited an old conversation about pedestrianizing an iconic street — and whether other U.S. communities should do it, too.

March 4, 2025

City Hall Joins Council Fight To Reduce ‘Last Mile’ Truck Use

"For a long time, neighborhoods like mine have suffered as the result of the poor air quality, inflicted on us by the massive influx of large trucks on our roads," said Sunset Park's Council member.

March 4, 2025