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.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Our Big Mack Attack Edition
Who knew that our little story about MTA Board member David Mack's illegal parking and placard abuse would generate so much heat? Plus other news.
Pedestrian Struck and Injured in Queens by an NYPD Traffic Agent: Cops
Police officials said that one of their traffic agents struck and injured a pedestrian in Jackson Heights on Monday night, and was not arrested.
Monday’s Headlines: This Culture War is Driving Us Mad Edition
Obviously, drivers will do anything to deflect the effect that all their driving causes. Plus other news.
Friday’s Headlines: City of Yes Edition
There was only one story yesterday: The embattled mayor succeeded in passing what might become the signature initiative of his one term. But there was other news, too.
Thursday’s Headlines: ‘Tisch Gets Wish in Rich Commish Switch’ Edition
We were pleasantly surprised that Mayor Adams chose Sanitation Commissioner Jessica Tisch to give the NYPD a clean sweep. Plus other news.
‘Stars On Cars’ Rating System Will Finally Grade How Safe Vehicles Are For People Their Drivers Hit
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has finally changed the nation's consumer safety rating system for new automobiles to accommodate vulnerable road users.
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.
Tuesday’s Headlines: Suburban Agonistes Edition
Long Island Newsday has replaced the Times as the target of our outrage.
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).
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.