Gersh Kuntzman
Astoria to NYPD: Stop These Excessive Police Chases
The NYPD's 114th Precinct must eliminate "unnecessary" police chases through mostly residential Astoria because they have "dramatically reduced" public safety with very little upside, a Queens community board said last week.
Friday’s Headlines: ‘So, How Was Your Day?’ Edition
You didn't come here to find out about yesterday's crime news. Instead, here's the livable streets news!
Thursday’s Headlines: Snow and Tell Edition
The Sanitation Department is even better prepared for winter. Plus other news.
Cyclist Badly Injured By Driver Fleeing Cops
Authorities refused to comment on allegations that the crash was the result of another police chase.
Wednesday’s Headlines: Plop, Plop, Fizz, Fizz Edition
Let's get right to the news, OK? We're a little under "the weather."
SEE IT: Driver Rams and Critically Injures DSNY Worker; No Charges
A distracted driver slammed into the back of a Department of Sanitation waste truck, severely injuring one of the agency's workers yet was not charged.
Tuesday’s Headlines: ‘CPR = Crashes, Peril and Risk’ Edition
The day started with a great bit of investigatory journalism from our friends at The City. And then it kept going.
Gov. Hochul Won’t Reveal Public Schedule For Period When She Flopped on Congestion Pricing
The gridlock governor won't give us her public schedule. Advocates urged her to come clean.
Friday’s Headlines: Yes, We’re Still Talking About Congestion Pricing Edition
Our New Year's resolution: Do whatever we can to make sure congestion pricing is implemented on Jan. 5. Plus more news.
Thursday’s Headlines: Ghost Car Update Edition
It's not all bad news out there! Sure, the City Council may restrict e-bike use, but the mayor's initiative against ghost cars is gaining speed. Plus other news.
