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.

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Today's Headlines

Wednesday’s Headlines: Car Brain Edition

Two podcasts revealed again how elected officials believe that the cause of traffic is bike riders, not car drivers. Plus other news.

Gersh Kuntzman

November 20, 2024

Today's Headlines

Tuesday’s Headlines: Suburban Agonistes Edition

Long Island Newsday has replaced the Times as the target of our outrage.

Gersh Kuntzman

November 19, 2024

Congestion Pricing

As Congestion Pricing Passes, Suburban Naysayer on MTA Board Again Abuses His Placard

David Mack hates congestion pricing — but he loves complaining about people who park illegally (even as he parks illegally).

Gersh Kuntzman

November 18, 2024

Today's Headlines

Friday’s Headlines: Toll Coverage is Really Taxing Edition

Gov. Hochul's restoration of congestion was the big news yesterday — and we have full team coverage. Plus other news.

Gersh Kuntzman

November 15, 2024

City of Yes

World to Council: Say ‘Yes’ to the End of Parking Mandates in City of Yes

What do some of the city's wealthiest developers, strongest YIMBYs, venerable environmental groups, key labor groups, top architects, livable streets non-profits, housing advocates and Shams daBaron have in common?

Gersh Kuntzman

November 14, 2024

Today's Headlines

Thursday’s Headlines: Wait to Hurry Up Edition

Gov. Hochul turned herself into a pretzel over congestion pricing — now she is rushing to get it in place before President Trump is sworn in. Plus other news.

Gersh Kuntzman

November 14, 2024