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: News Biz Contractions Edition
The Times won't do endorsements anymore ... and WCBS-880 is bailing on news. Plus other stories to get your day going.
Monday’s Headlines: No Excuses Edition
New Jersey is finally making it harder to get fake temp tags. Plus other news.
Friday’s Headlines: The Incredible Shrinking Governor Edition
Honey, she shrunk herself. Plus other news.
Hicks Tricks: Journalist Offers Congestion Pricing Compromise That Just Might Work, Komanoff Says
"This isn’t about policy at this point. It’s about politics," wrote Nolan Hicks. "Politics is about winning. ... Advocates should make the offer. Hochul should take the deal."
Thursday’s Headlines: Suit Yourself, Governor Edition
The gridlock governor is on her own in lawsuits seeking to restart congestion pricing. Plus other news.
Wednesday’s Headlines: RIP Congestion Pricing Edition
Well, it's pretty obvious that Gov. Hochul's so-called "pause" of congestion pricing is going to be fatal. Plus other news.
SPLAT: Adams Administration’s Squeeze on Roadside Dining is Complete
In the end, outdoor dining sheds will occupy just 0.087 percent of the city's parking spaces.
Monday’s Headlines: A Citi Bike Hero is Something to Be Edition
Meet a guy who took a Citi Bike from the Williamsburg Bridge to Montauk Point! Plus other news.
Crazy Talk: In New Speech, Hochul Declares Dictatorial Powers, But Also Begs Legislature for Bailout
Hochul again defended her June 5 decision to "pause" the central business district tolls, using misinformation and channeling Louis XIV to do so.
Friday’s Headlines: Charged Up Edition
There's a lot of good news in the Department of Transportation's battery announcement on Thursday. Plus other news.