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Gersh Kuntzman

Tabloid legend Gersh Kuntzman has been with New York newspapers since 1989, including stints at the New York Daily News, the Post, the Brooklyn Paper and even a cup of coffee with the Times. He’s also the writer and producer of “Murder at the Food Coop,” which was a hit at the NYC Fringe Festival in 2016, and “SUV: The Musical” in 2007. He also writes the Cycle of Rage column, which is archived here.

DOT Testimony: Removing Bedford Ave. Bike Lane Will ‘Reduce Safety’

"Removing the protected bike lane won’t remove cyclists — it will only make the street less safe," the DOT said. "The city risks legal liability for knowingly reducing safety on a Vision Zero priority corridor."

June 30, 2025

Hochul Signs Speed Camera Reauthorization, Enforcement Continues Through 2030

Stating a clear fact that scores of state legislators reject, Hochul said, "Speed cameras save lives and keep New Yorkers safe."

June 30, 2025

Cyclists Tell Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo: The Bedford Ave. Bike Lane is a Lifesaver

A judge will decide the fate of the Bedford Avenue bike lane on Tuesday. Streetsblog offers some user affidavits.

June 30, 2025

Friday’s Headlines: In the Swim Edition

Good luck parking your bike at Harlem's brand new state of the art pool in Central Park. Plus other news.

June 27, 2025

HEAR IT! Staten Island Pol Loves to Speed — Then Shrugs Off His Recklessness

Council Member David Carr has 12 speed-camera tickets, one red light ticket and one bus lane infraction since Feb. 2, 2023. But does he care? No.

June 26, 2025

Thursday’s Headlines: (Re) Enter Eric Edition

So long, Cuomo, but here comes Eric Adams 2.0. Plus other news.

June 26, 2025

Wednesday’s Headlines: They Said ‘Cuo-No’ Edition

It's Zohver, it's all Zohver. Plus other news.

June 25, 2025

Tuesday’s Headlines: Hot’lection Edition

We don't make endorsements at Streetsblog, but members of the livable streets movement do. Plus other news.

June 24, 2025

BREAKING: Brooklyn Dem Honcho Appeals Judge’s Ruling Barring City from Tearing Out Bedford Bike Lane

Brooklyn Democratic Party powerhouse and Mayor Adams ally Frank Seddio is appealing a judge's order barring the city from tearing up part of the Bedford Avenue bike lane.

June 20, 2025