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

Thursday’s Headlines: Our Big Party Edition

It's time to celebrate Streetsblog's 20th anniversary. Plus other news.

Gersh Kuntzman

May 21, 2026

Protected Bike Lanes

Exclusive: Wider Bike Lane Coming This Spring To Sixth Ave. in Manhattan

The project had been announced under Mayor Eric Adams, but never implemented.

Gersh Kuntzman

May 20, 2026

Today's Headlines

Wednesday’s Headlines: The Fire This Time Edition

So what's the deal with that exploding car? Plus other news.

Gersh Kuntzman

May 20, 2026

Today's Headlines

Monday’s Headlines: Misinformation Edition

Two big stories over the weekend reminded anew of Streetsblog's important place in an ecosystem of outrage and lies. Plus all the news.

Gersh Kuntzman

May 18, 2026

Today's Headlines

Thursday’s Headlines: Award Season Begins Edition

Will we win a prestigious award tonight? Plus other news.

Gersh Kuntzman

May 14, 2026

Today's Headlines

Tuesday’s Headlines: Sympathy For The Double-Parking Mercedes Driver Edition

Double-parking is not cool. But therein lies a great story. Plus other news.

Gersh Kuntzman

May 12, 2026

Car-Free Streets

Mamdani Will Create 50 ‘Soccer Streets’ During World Cup — Most on Existing School Streets

More than four dozen car-free school streets will be transformed into soccer fun zones, Mayor (and First Soccer Fan) Mamdani will announce later on Monday in The Bronx.

Gersh Kuntzman

May 11, 2026