Gersh Kuntzman
Monday’s Headlines: Thanking the Academy Edition
We would be remiss if we didn't offer some photos and copy about Friday's George Polk Awards ceremony, plus other news.
Vandals Commit Mass Arborcide Near the Greenway in Kissena Park
Hundreds of young trees were ripped from the ground — some stolen, some just left for dead — near the greenway in Kissena Park in Queens.
Friday’s Headlines: The Polk’s on Us Edition
This afternoon, our reporter Jesse Coburn will journey to Midtown to accept Streetsblog's first George Polk Award, one of journalism's highest honors. But before that, here's the news.
Thursday’s Headlines: Bike Lanes are Good for Business Edition
A business owner testifies from the heart (and wallet). Plus other news.
Reckless with Rajkumar! Queens Pol and Adams Ally Was Driven In Car Slapped with 10 Speeding Tix
The omnipresent Assembly member has said that e-bikes constitute a singular threat — but the real threat is ... the Assembly member.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Get the Buses Moving Edition
Let's focus on a little footnote from Marcia Kramer's damn good interview on WCBS2 on Sunday with MTA CEO Janno Lieber. Plus other news.
State Comptroller Details Capital Project Delays, Cost Overruns
"A majority of analyzed projects are over both their initial budget and schedule, suggesting greater monitoring could lead to adjustments that ultimately improve capital project delivery," the report concludes.
Friday’s Headlines: Eclipsed by Cars Edition
The shadow cast by Monday's eclipse will also shed light on our country's car-dependence. Plus other news.
Long-Awaited Placard Report Reveals Widespread Abuse by NYPD
The overdue report confirms years of Streetsblog reporting on placard abuse, illegal parking and enforcement failures by the police under two mayors.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Silent Treatment Edition
Two examples of stuff the public needs to know about, but public information officers won't tell us about. Plus other news.
