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.
MTA to Albany Pols: Your 11th-Hour Rejection of the Capital Plan Will Cause an ‘Insurmountable’ Problem
The absurd satire of Joseph Heller's signature work is playing out, thanks to last week's surprise decision by state legislative leaders to reject the MTA capital plan.
Friday’s Headlines: Gov. Hochul is a Fraud Edition
Is she a climate champion or a classic politician who picks on the wrong villains? Plus other news.
Christmas Sockings: Carl Heastie and Andrea Stewart-Cousins Say ‘No’ to Better Transit
The transit world is reeling this week after the two legislative leaders put a block on the MTA's capital plan.
Thursday’s Headlines: Christmukkah Edition
We took yesterday off to celebrate the many holidays and to see the new Bob Dylan movie. But there was lots of news.
And the Winners Are…: It’s Time for the 2024 Streetsie Awards!
Let's start our annual year in review series with a broad roundup of the heroes, scoundrels and debacles of 2024.
Tuesday’s Headlines: Green Christmas Edition
We got our Christmas presents early yesterday. Plus other news.
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.