Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.

Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.

• File Int 1105-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-10

Apr 9 - Seven lawmakers demand Mayor Adams open the Queensboro Bridge pedestrian path. The project sits finished. Cyclists and walkers still cram into a narrow, crash-prone lane. Delays keep thousands at risk. City Hall stalls. Advocates plan protest. Danger lingers.

On April 9, 2025, seven elected officials—including Council Members Julie Won and Julie Menin—sent a public letter demanding Mayor Adams open the long-promised Queensboro Bridge pedestrian path. The Department of Transportation had planned to open the dedicated walkway on March 16, but the mayor's office intervened, citing the need for a briefing. The lawmakers wrote, 'The reasons given for this delay are not satisfactory, as all communications from the DOT have indicated that the project is complete and ready to open to the public.' They warned, 'Any further delays to this project that is otherwise ready to open will unnecessarily put at risk the thousands of New Yorkers who cycle and walk the current shared path every day.' The project, in the works since at least 2017, remains stalled. Cyclists and pedestrians are forced to share a cramped, hazardous lane. City Hall insists on more review, while advocates plan a protest ribbon-cutting.

• Pols Demand Adams Open Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-04-09

Apr 9 - Seven lawmakers demand Mayor Adams open the Queensboro Bridge pedestrian path. The project sits finished. Cyclists and walkers still cram into a narrow, crash-prone lane. Delays keep thousands at risk. City Hall stalls. Advocates plan protest. Danger lingers.

On April 9, 2025, seven elected officials—including Council Members Julie Won and Julie Menin—sent a public letter demanding Mayor Adams open the long-promised Queensboro Bridge pedestrian path. The Department of Transportation had planned to open the dedicated walkway on March 16, but the mayor's office intervened, citing the need for a briefing. The lawmakers wrote, 'The reasons given for this delay are not satisfactory, as all communications from the DOT have indicated that the project is complete and ready to open to the public.' They warned, 'Any further delays to this project that is otherwise ready to open will unnecessarily put at risk the thousands of New Yorkers who cycle and walk the current shared path every day.' The project, in the works since at least 2017, remains stalled. Cyclists and pedestrians are forced to share a cramped, hazardous lane. City Hall insists on more review, while advocates plan a protest ribbon-cutting.

• Pols Demand Adams Open Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-04-09

Apr 9 - Seven lawmakers demand Mayor Adams open the Queensboro Bridge pedestrian path. The project sits finished. Cyclists and walkers still cram into a narrow, crash-prone lane. Delays keep thousands at risk. City Hall stalls. Advocates plan protest. Danger lingers.

On April 9, 2025, seven elected officials—including Council Members Julie Won and Julie Menin—sent a public letter demanding Mayor Adams open the long-promised Queensboro Bridge pedestrian path. The Department of Transportation had planned to open the dedicated walkway on March 16, but the mayor's office intervened, citing the need for a briefing. The lawmakers wrote, 'The reasons given for this delay are not satisfactory, as all communications from the DOT have indicated that the project is complete and ready to open to the public.' They warned, 'Any further delays to this project that is otherwise ready to open will unnecessarily put at risk the thousands of New Yorkers who cycle and walk the current shared path every day.' The project, in the works since at least 2017, remains stalled. Cyclists and pedestrians are forced to share a cramped, hazardous lane. City Hall insists on more review, while advocates plan a protest ribbon-cutting.

• Pols Demand Adams Open Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-04-09

Apr 8 - SUV slammed into sedan on FDR Drive. One woman, 67, hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Shock lingered. System failed to protect the vulnerable.

A rear-end collision on FDR Drive involved a sedan and an SUV, both heading south. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' A 67-year-old female passenger suffered a back injury and shock. Other occupants, including two drivers and several passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police cited driver error—following too closely—as the main contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804420 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Apr 7 - A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.

Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.

• Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen, Patch, Published 2025-04-07

Apr 6 - A Ford SUV hit a cyclist at Irving Place and East 17th. The cyclist, ejected and bruised, suffered leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention. No damage to vehicles. Night streets, sharp impact.

A Ford SUV making a left turn struck a 24-year-old male cyclist traveling south on Irving Place at East 17th Street. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. The report does not mention any other contributing factors or safety equipment.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803533 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Apr 4 - Taxi struck van from behind on Third Avenue. Two people hurt. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass. Neck and head injuries. Streets unforgiving. No room for error.

A taxi crashed into the rear of a van at 447 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. Two occupants were injured: a 38-year-old male driver suffered neck whiplash, and a 49-year-old female rear passenger sustained a head contusion. According to the police report, the primary contributing factor was 'Following Too Closely.' Both vehicles were traveling north and struck at the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806369 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.

CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.

• Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-04

Apr 3 - A taxi hit a 62-year-old cyclist on East 52nd. The man suffered head trauma and lost consciousness. The crash left the bike undamaged. Police list all factors as unspecified.

A taxi and a bicycle collided at East 52nd Street and 1st Avenue in Manhattan. The 62-year-old male cyclist was struck and suffered a head injury, losing consciousness. According to the police report, all contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The taxi's front end was damaged, but the bike showed no damage. No driver errors are specified in the report. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the lack of identified driver errors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803279 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Apr 2 - SUV hit a 66-year-old man crossing at E 23rd and 3rd. Head injury. Police cite driver inattention. Night, empty streets, sharp impact.

A station wagon/SUV traveling west on E 23rd Street struck a 66-year-old man at the intersection with 3rd Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and was reported conscious, with a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. The driver, a 63-year-old man, was licensed and going straight ahead. The crash occurred at night. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803084 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Mar 30 - A 23-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Manhattan crash. According to the police report, unsafe speed contributed to the incident. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected, with no vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on 1 Avenue near East 18 Street in Manhattan at 1:28 AM. The bicyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash, alongside an unspecified factor. The bicyclist sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at 3. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The vehicle involved was a bike with no damage reported, and the driver held a valid license from California. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the bike. No pedestrian involvement or other vehicles were noted. The report highlights driver error related to unsafe speed as central to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803530 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Mar 25 - A 29-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg contusions while riding north on E 55th Street in Manhattan. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The cyclist remained conscious and was not ejected from his bike.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old male bicyclist was injured on E 55th Street near 1st Avenue in Manhattan at 10:45 AM. The bicyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, when the incident occurred. The report notes no damage to the bike and no ejection of the rider. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate (3). The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors or other vehicles involved. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The data focuses on the bicyclist's injuries and the absence of vehicle damage, with no indication of driver fault or other systemic factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801967 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Mar 24 - A 55-year-old woman was struck by a taxi making a left turn on East 58th Street. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the taxi driver, distracted and failing to yield, hit her, causing bruises and injuries to her entire body.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling southeast on East 58th Street made a left turn and struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her entire body but remained conscious. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The point of impact was the taxi's left front quarter panel. The taxi driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian's crossing with the signal was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage was reported as none, highlighting the severity of impact to the pedestrian despite minimal vehicle damage.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801072 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Mar 23 - Luis Cruz stepped from his car. An e-bike delivery worker sped through a stop sign. The crash was sudden. Cruz died on the street. The rider stayed. The intersection has seen this before. The system pushes speed. The danger remains.

Gothamist reported on March 23, 2025, that Luis Cruz, 49, died after an e-bike delivery worker "sped through a stop sign" and struck him as he exited his double-parked car in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Witness Jack Collins said, "He died basically on the spot." The e-bike rider remained at the scene. No arrests were made. The article notes this intersection is known for frequent stop sign violations: "It's not a unicorn incident. It's happened a lot." The piece highlights systemic issues, including delivery app pressures and gaps in e-bike regulation. City data shows e-bikes account for less than 2% of traffic deaths, but the policy debate continues. Lawmakers have called for tighter rules, as delivery workers face incentives to rush.

• E-Bike Rider Runs Stop, Kills Pedestrian, Gothamist, Published 2025-03-23

Mar 19 - SUV struck moped on Lexington. Moped driver ejected, suffered head injury. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.

A moped and an SUV collided on Lexington Avenue at East 45th Street in Manhattan. The 31-year-old moped driver was partially ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' The SUV and moped were both traveling south. The moped took the impact at the center front end, while the SUV was hit at the right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The crash highlights the danger faced by vulnerable road users when drivers lose focus.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4814790 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Mar 15 - A 24-year-old male driver suffered upper arm injuries after his sedan overturned on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive. Alcohol involvement was a key factor. The driver was trapped in the vehicle but conscious, sustaining whiplash and shoulder trauma.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male driver was involved in a crash on Franklin D Roosevelt Drive in Manhattan at 2:40 AM. The vehicle, a 2019 Honda sedan traveling north, overturned during the incident. The driver was trapped inside the vehicle and sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries, including whiplash. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead before the overturn. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The report does not list any victim behaviors contributing to the crash. The primary cause identified is the driver’s alcohol involvement, which led to the loss of control and vehicle overturn.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799156 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Mar 12 - Dozens gathered in Midtown. They demanded e-bike registration and license plates. Priscilla’s Law, named for a pedestrian killed by an e-bike, drove the call. Council Member Holden and Assembly Member Rajkumar led. Advocates want accountability. They say e-bike chaos endangers walkers and cyclists.

On March 12, 2025, Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30) joined Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar and advocates in Midtown to rally for Priscilla’s Law (A339). The bill would require all e-bikes to have license plates and be registered with the DMV or DOT. The rally, held near Governor Hochul’s office, drew support from the NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance. The matter title: 'New Yorkers rally in Midtown to combat “lawless” e-bike riding in NYC.' Holden supports both city and state versions, stating, 'We need the state DMV to issue license plates for e-bikes.' Rajkumar declared, 'We will usher in a new era free of e-bikes blasting through red lights.' The bill is named for Priscilla Loke, killed by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates say e-bike collisions often end in hit-and-runs. They demand rules and consequences to protect pedestrians and cyclists.

• New Yorkers rally in Midtown to combat “lawless” e-bike riding in NYC, amny.com, Published 2025-03-12

Mar 8 - A bicyclist suffered a head injury and partial ejection after an SUV struck him on the left side doors. The SUV was parked at the time, and the cyclist was traveling north. The crash left the cyclist in shock with complaints of pain and nausea.

According to the police report, a 49-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained a head injury after being struck by a 2018 Honda SUV. The SUV was parked and the point of impact was the left side doors. The bicyclist was traveling north, going straight ahead, and the collision occurred at the intersection near 169 3rd Avenue in Manhattan. The bicyclist was injured with a severity level 3 injury, experiencing shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors for the bicyclist but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The SUV driver was licensed and the vehicle showed no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by parked vehicles striking vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797647 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Mar 6 - SUV plowed into a stopped van on East 35th. The SUV driver took a blow to the head and whiplash. Rear-end force crushed metal. Police cite driver error. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.

According to the police report, a westbound SUV struck a van stopped in traffic at 350 East 35th Street in Manhattan. The SUV's front end hit the van's rear, injuring the SUV driver with head trauma and whiplash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors, noting the van was stopped while the SUV was moving straight ahead. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to stop in time, as seen in the rear-end impact and resulting injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797116 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04