Blood on Cabrini: Manhattan’s Streets Still Built for the Kill

Congestion pricing would have cut cars, cleared streets, and opened space for people. Stockholm did it. Manhattan could have. Hochul stopped it. Pedestrians and cyclists lost. The city stays loud, crowded, and dangerous. The promise of safer streets remains unkept.

This media commentary, published June 24, 2024, examines the halted launch of congestion pricing in Manhattan. The article, titled 'Hey, Gov. Hochul, Here’s How Congestion Pricing Would Have Remade Manhattan,' draws a sharp contrast between New York and Stockholm, where a similar policy removed 20 percent of cars and reclaimed public space for people. The piece criticizes Governor Hochul’s decision to cancel congestion pricing, arguing it denies New Yorkers the safety and freedom seen in Stockholm’s pedestrianized, business-friendly streets. The commentary features voices like Clarence Eckerson and Lars Strömgren, highlighting the benefits for vulnerable road users—pedestrians, cyclists, and children—who thrive when cars are fewer. The article underscores the lost opportunity for safer, calmer streets and improved transit, with no council member or bill number attached, but a clear call for systemic change.

• Hey, Gov. Hochul, Here’s How Congestion Pricing Would Have Remade Manhattan, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-24

A sedan struck a moped on Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan late at night. The moped driver, a 23-year-old man, suffered elbow and arm injuries and was semiconscious. The sedan driver disregarded traffic control, causing the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:10 on Saint Nicholas Avenue near West 182 Street in Manhattan. A sedan traveling west collided with a southbound moped. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the moped's left front bumper. The moped driver, a 23-year-old male, was injured with elbow, lower arm, and hand trauma and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The sedan driver was licensed; the moped driver was unlicensed. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The collision caused significant vehicle damage and serious injury to the vulnerable moped rider.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736630 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08

Sedan struck by merging pick-up on Henry Hudson Parkway. Driver, 73, bruised arm. Passenger, 78, suffered back injury. Police cite unsafe speed and lane change as causes.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway collided with a pick-up truck merging in the same direction. The sedan’s 73-year-old driver suffered bruising to her arm. Her 78-year-old passenger sustained back injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. The report lists unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. No other contributing factors, such as victim behavior, were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736680 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08

A 34-year-old man pushing a car was struck in Manhattan when an SUV made an improper U-turn. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The collision involved multiple parked vehicles and left the pedestrian seriously injured but conscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:15 near 2296 Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. A 2023 Ford SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, was making an improper U-turn when it struck a 34-year-old male pedestrian who was pushing a car outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a fracture, distortion, and dislocation to his knee and lower leg, classified as a severe injury. The report identifies "Turning Improperly" as the primary contributing factor, highlighting driver error. The collision also involved two parked sedans, both damaged on their front and rear ends. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior were cited in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4735158 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08

A 15-year-old male motorcycle driver suffered severe leg injuries in a violent collision on Broadway Terrace. The crash involved a speeding unlicensed motorcycle and a sedan in police pursuit. The impact fractured and dislocated the rider's lower limb.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:57 on Broadway Terrace in Manhattan. The collision involved a 2024 motorcycle traveling east and a 2017 Ford sedan traveling west during a police pursuit. The motorcycle driver, a 15-year-old male, was injured with fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor and notes the motorcycle driver was unlicensed. The motorcycle's left front bumper and the sedan's left front bumper sustained damage at the point of impact. The injured occupant was the left rear passenger on the motorcycle, who was conscious and not ejected. The report highlights driver errors including unsafe speed and unlicensed operation, without attributing fault to the injured rider.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734057 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08

A sedan struck a cyclist on Broadway. The rider was thrown, suffering full-body trauma and burns. Police cite driver distraction and bicyclist confusion as causes. The crash left the cyclist in shock.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a 2020 Ford sedan traveling south on Broadway struck him at 12:07. The sedan hit the cyclist with its center front end. The impact partially ejected the rider, causing injuries to his entire body and minor burns. The cyclist was left in shock. The police report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with pedestrian or bicyclist error or confusion. Both drivers were licensed. The sedan was going straight ahead; the cyclist was moving east. The crash shows the danger of driver distraction and confusion for those on bikes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734467 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08

A 14-year-old boy riding north on Edgecombe Avenue was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV that was parked but involved in a collision. The SUV driver, 57, suffered shock and minor injuries. The bicyclist was partially ejected and bruised.

According to the police report, a 57-year-old male SUV driver was involved in a collision with a 14-year-old male bicyclist on Edgecombe Avenue near West 162 Street in Manhattan at 9:30 p.m. The SUV was initially parked but struck the bicyclist on the left side doors. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The SUV driver wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected but experienced shock. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision caused damage to the left front quarter panels of both vehicles. The report highlights driver errors without attributing fault to the bicyclist.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734112 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-08

Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.

Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.

• File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.

Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.

• File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.

Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Senate backs S 9752. Mt. Vernon gets green light for up to 20 school speed zones. Law aims to slow cars near kids. Most senators vote yes. A few say no. Streets may change. Danger remains for the young.

Senate Bill S 9752, sponsored by Jamaal Bailey, authorizes Mt. Vernon to launch a school speed zone demonstration program, with up to twenty zones allowed. The bill passed the Senate on June 7, 2024, during a committee vote. The matter title reads: 'Authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program; authorizes installation in no more than twenty school speed zones in such city.' Bailey and a majority of senators voted yes, while a handful opposed. The bill targets speeding near schools, a known threat to children and other vulnerable road users. No formal safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 9752, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.

Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.

• File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Assembly passes A 7652. Schenectady gets school speed cameras. Law aims to slow drivers near kids. Cameras expire in 2028. Vote split. Streets may get safer for children on foot.

Bill A 7652, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' passed the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Assemblymembers Phil Steck and Angelo Santabarbara, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2028. The Assembly vote saw strong support but also opposition. Steck and Santabarbara led the push. The bill's text is blunt: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady.' No formal safety analyst note was provided, but speed cameras have a record of reducing driver speed and protecting children walking to school.

• File A 7652, Open States, Published 2024-06-07

Council calls for five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. Streets slow. Danger drops. Pedestrians and cyclists get space. Resolution adopted. Albany must act.

Res 0079-2024, adopted by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 6, 2024, urges Albany to let New York City set a five mile per hour speed limit on Open Streets. The resolution states: "authorize New York City to set a five mile per hour speed limit on streets participating in the Open Streets program." Council Member Shahana K. Hanif led as primary sponsor, joined by Amanda Farías, Crystal Hudson, Julie Won, and Carlina Rivera. The measure passed committee and full council on June 6. The bill aims to cut speed and risk where people walk, bike, and gather. The council's push now waits for state lawmakers and the governor.

• File Res 0079-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-06-06

Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06

Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06

Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06

Lawmakers back speed cameras near Kingston schools. Cameras catch drivers who speed. The bill passed both chambers. It sunsets in 2029. Children and families walk safer, but the fix is temporary.

Senate Bill S 8607, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Kingston,' passed the Senate on June 6, 2024, and the Assembly on June 7, 2024. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, creates a camera program to catch speeding drivers near schools. The program ends December 31, 2029. The measure saw broad support in both chambers, but some lawmakers voted no. The bill aims to protect children and families on foot near schools, but its impact will end unless renewed. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8607, Open States, Published 2024-06-06