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.
Tuesday’s Headlines: ‘Street Wars’ Shortcomings at the Times Edition
When you're a car-loving hammer, all you see are e-bike nails. Plus other news.
Pickup Truck Driver Kills Cyclist in Sunset Park But is Not Charged
The driver was not charged, police said, even though the official narrative clearly indicates that he turned into the cyclist.
Thursday’s Headlines: Both Sides Now Edition
Do we really have to listen to the trolls, the haters and the excessive drivers? Plus other news.
ON THE BIAS: NYPD’s ‘Walking While Black’ Ticketing Continues
NYPD officers wrote 467 summonses for crossing mid-block or against the light — and 92 percent went to Blacks or Latinos. The NYPD declined to comment.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Frogger Without Cars Edition
Check out the old arcade game Frogger — set in a world without cars! Plus other news in today's headlines.
Tuesday’s Headlines: ‘Street Wars — Episode I: A New Hope’ Edition
The New York Times's "Street Wars" series get off to a decent start. Plus other news in our daily digest.
Monday’s Headlines: Road Safety is No Accident Edition
There were two big stories over the weekend — and both were about street safety. Plus other news.
Garbage Company Involved in Fatal Crash Will Ply Streets of Eastern Queens, Too
The private garbage company whose truck driver struck and killed a Manhattan pedestrian on Thursday according to police has won the right to pick up trash in a wide swath of Southeast Queens, raising concern for safety there.
Friday’s Headlines: Fleet Week Edition
Some good news about the city fleet. Plus other news from a busy day.
Letter from Sweden: Congestion Pricing is Going to Be Great … With a Few Bumps
Swedes, even drivers, were stunned to hear that a majority of New York-area residents oppose congestion pricing.