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The Last Seconds in the Life of Jose Alzorriz
The dashcam video is merciless. But three weeks on, I can’t stop staring at the still pic.
September 2, 2019
Ex-Parks Commissioner: I Won’t Bike in Central Park Anymore
A delivery man on a e-bike wiped out after striking a pedestrian at a dangerous intersection. What's the city going to do about it?
September 2, 2019
Cyclist Dies of Injuries from Central Park Crash
The cyclist who cops say lost control of his e-bike after making contact with a pedestrian at a crowded Central Park intersection has died of his injuries.
August 29, 2019
Driver + Coney Island Avenue = More Death
Another person has been killed on deadly Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn, as a driver ran over a man who had been lying on the sidewalk near the entrance to a parking garage at a local dialysis center, cops said.
August 26, 2019
Monday’s Headlines: Remembering Jose Alzorriz Edition
Yes, there was another memorial vigil on Sunday for another dead cyclist. Let's hope it's the last one (though it would help if Mayor de Blasio was even in New York these days). That story, plus many others, by clicking the headline above.
August 26, 2019
Op-Ed: Bike Lane Missing? Danger Found
A group bike ride around Brooklyn shows that DOT has its work cut out for it. Here are small fixes that could keep cyclists and pedestrians alive.
August 23, 2019
Thursday’s Headlines: More Charges Please! Edition
The killer of Jose Alzorriz (pictured) will be brought to account — but law enforcement still shrugs at so much other recent vehicle violence. Click here for that story and more in today's news digest.
August 22, 2019
UPDATE: Driver Arrested For Killing Cyclist on Coney Island Avenue
The NYPD has thrown the full summons book at driver Mirza Baig.
August 21, 2019
NYPD to Drivers: Slow Down and Stop Killing People!
Cops will be out in force with radar guns to stop drivers — who apparently are much more likely to speed on hot summer weekends.
August 16, 2019
Pedestrian Dies of Injuries After She Was Hit by Driver on Sixth Avenue Kill Zone
It's more damning evidence that New York City roadways need to be designed better.
August 16, 2019