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SLAUGHTER: Wrong-Way Van Driver Kills Woman in West Village Crosswalk

The driver of a commercial van struck and killed a woman in her 20s as he drove the wrong way on Morton Street.

November 6, 2025

Tuesday’s Headlines: Carnage All Over Edition

Monday's papers were a blood tide of crashes. Plus other news.

October 21, 2025

Friday’s Headlines: Good News Edition

The Department of Transportation reports that traffic deaths are way down through the first three quarters of 2025. Plus other news.

October 3, 2025

Update: Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Cyclist in Brooklyn

A 32-year-old woman was killed by the driver of a Tesla early on Saturday morning in Brooklyn, police said.

September 27, 2025

Monday’s Headlines: Cars Are Weapons Edition

A driver faces murder charges for allegedly intentionally striking a 16-year-old on Roosevelt Avenue. Plus more news.

September 15, 2025

Thursday’s Headlines: Back to School Edition

The opening of school means it's time for readin', writin' and butcherin'. Plus other news.

September 4, 2025

Cop Who Fatally Struck a Man in Flushing Meadows Park Wasn’t Even Looking: Witnesses

And the NYPD has completely clammed up about the crash caused by one of its officers. State AG Letitia James is now investigating.

September 3, 2025

UPDATE: Speeding Senior Driver Kills Self and Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Pols Call for 20 MPH Limit

The Queens crash is another reminder that speed kills — and that the city has the power to lower its speed limit.

August 12, 2025

Three Years, Three Deaths: Advocates Want DOT To Make Morgan Avenue Safe

A pedestrian was struck and killed on Morgan Avenue, renewing calls from advocates for the city to redesign the dangerous street.

August 7, 2025