About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 24
▸ Crush Injuries 15
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 16
▸ Severe Lacerations 13
▸ Concussion 23
▸ Whiplash 109
▸ Contusion/Bruise 113
▸ Abrasion 79
▸ Pain/Nausea 32
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in CB 209
- 2005 Toyota Hatc (J36VMS) – 87 times • 3 in last 90d here
- Vehicle (ER83553) – 52 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2021 Black Toyota Suburban (JJS4906) – 43 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 Black Tesla Sedan (THE4735) – 32 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Black Ford Pickup (LBW7368) – 26 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Night on the Bronx River Parkway. Two riders down.
Bronx CB9: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 24, 2025
Another driver. Same ending.
Police say a 21-year-old in a Mercedes tried to pass on the Bronx River Parkway and hit a Volkswagen, then two bikes. Two riders were thrown to the road and died. Their names were Manuel Amarantepenalo, 19, and Enrique Martinez, 21. The driver, Mauricio Neyra Yuyes, was charged with vehicular manslaughter and DWI, according to amNY. “Neyra Yuyes was arrested… He faces a list of charges including vehicular manslaughter, driving while intoxicated,” the paper wrote. Gothamist reported he “had a strong odor of alcohol on his breath” in a complaint filing. A sister stood outside court and said, “Two people were killed. He was drunk,” per the Daily News.
The highway closed near Gun Hill. Southbound lanes went dark while police worked, as first reported by Gothamist.
Nights tell the tale
In Bronx CB9, harm piles up after dark. Midnight. One a.m. Four a.m. The hours with the worst death counts are 0:00, 4:00, 14:00, and 23:00, with late night and pre-dawn standing out. From 2022 to now, the board logged 23 deaths and 2,518 injuries. Pedestrians took 423 injuries and eight deaths. Riders on two wheels were hit too: cyclists, mopeds, and motorcycles together saw hundreds hurt and four killed. The city’s own data marks heavy injury totals on Westchester Avenue, White Plains Road, the Cross Bronx, and the Bruckner Expressway.
The causes repeat. “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” “Unsafe Speed.” “Alcohol Involvement.” The city’s rollup shows SUVs and cars doing most of the damage to people on foot. Five pedestrian deaths tied to SUVs in this area; sedans killed too. This is not one crash. It is a pattern in the record, line after line in NYC Open Data.
Three corners. One fix.
Westchester Avenue is a wound. 108 injuries and a death since 2022. White Plains Road is another, with 111 injuries and two deaths. The Cross Bronx and Bruckner stack bodies and broken bones above the neighborhood. These places need simple, proven work: daylighting at corners, hardened lefts, longer walk starts, raised crossings near bus stops. Nighttime trouble demands lights, speed control, and repeated sweeps where the data says to go. Start with the listed hot spots. The map already points the way in the city’s crash files.
Officials know what works — do they?
Albany moved some pieces. School‑zone speed cameras run 24/7 through 2030. Senators and Assembly Members from the Bronx voted yes, according to the session record on S 8344. Another bill aims at repeat speeders. The Stop Super Speeders Act, S 4045 and A 2299, would force drivers with a pattern of points or camera tickets to use speed limiters. Senator Nathalia Fernández backed it in committee votes on June 11 and 12. Assembly Member Karines Reyes co‑sponsors the Assembly version. The paper trail is there.
City Hall holds a stronger lever. Sammy’s Law lets the city set lower limits. A default 20 mph citywide would cut the energy of every crash. It would give walkers a chance. It would give riders a chance. The case is laid out in our Take Action page with contacts and scripts.
A ledger of loss
A 75‑year‑old man, crossing with the signal at White Plains Road and Wood Avenue, was killed by a left‑turning BMW SUV. The record says “Failure to Yield” and “Driver Inattention.” That was February 3, 2025, in the city dataset for crash 4790185.
A 19‑year‑old pedestrian died on the Bruckner Expressway. The file lists “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” That was October 21, 2024, crash 4765230.
Two men on mopeds died on the Bronx River Parkway. Their names are in the stories above. Their families wait in court hallways. “How could they let him go?” a mother asked, in the Daily News.
The list goes on. The hours tick by. The next phone call will come.
What now
- Fix the worst corners first: Westchester Avenue and White Plains Road need daylighting, hardened turns, and longer walk phases, guided by crash data.
- Hit the night shift: target late‑night and pre‑dawn hours the data flags, with lighting and enforcement at repeat hot spots.
- Stop the super speeders: pass and enforce S 4045/A 2299 to put speed limiters on the worst repeat offenders.
- Lower the speed: use Sammy’s Law powers. Set 20 mph as the city’s default.
One call matters. One law can slow a car before it breaks a body. Start here: Take Action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Bronx Parkway Crash Kills Two Riders, amny, Published 2025-08-11
- Drunk Driver Kills Two Bronx Motorcyclists, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-12
- Bronx Parkway Crash Kills Two Riders, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-12
- Two Moped Riders Killed On Parkway, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-24
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-13
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage, CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
- Taxi Driver Shot Over Fare Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-07-15
Other Representatives
District 85
1163 Manor Ave. Store Front 1, Bronx, NY 10472
Room 833, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 18
1231 Lafayette Avenue, 2nd Floor, Bronx, NY 10474
718-792-1140
250 Broadway, Suite 1771, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7375
District 34
3853 E. Tremont Ave., Bronx, NY 10465
Room 814, Legislative Office Building 188 State St., Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Bronx CB9 Bronx Community Board 9 sits in Bronx, Precinct 43, District 18, AD 85, SD 34.
It contains Soundview-Bruckner-Bronx River, Soundview-Clason Point, Castle Hill-Unionport, Parkchester, Soundview Park, Westchester Square.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Bronx Community Board 9
30
Bus Strikes Teen Crossing Against Signal in Bronx▸May 30 - A bus hit a 14-year-old boy at E Tremont and Castle Hill. The teen crossed against the signal. He suffered a fractured arm. Police cited obstructed view as a factor. The crash left the street scarred and the boy hurt.
A 14-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a bus at the intersection of E Tremont Ave and Castle Hill Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, the boy was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder. The police report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The bus driver, a 51-year-old man, was traveling straight ahead when the collision happened. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the bus. No other serious injuries were reported among the bus occupants.
27S 8117
Fernandez votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸May 27 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
26
Motorcyclist Ejected, Bleeding After Bronx Crash▸May 26 - A motorcycle slammed into parked cars on East 174th Street. The rider, thrown from his bike, suffered severe bleeding and a hip injury. Police cite driver inexperience and unsafe speed. The street bore the scars. The system failed again.
A 56-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on East 174th Street in the Bronx crashed into parked vehicles, including a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe bleeding and a hip injury. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data. No injuries were reported among the occupants of the parked vehicles. The police report highlights the dangers of inexperience and speed behind the handlebars. The crash left one man injured and the street marked by violence.
20
Distracted Drivers Collide on White Plains Road▸May 20 - Two sedans crashed on White Plains Road. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal met metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 1525 White Plains Road in the Bronx. One driver, age 55, suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left one person injured and several others shaken. The crash highlights the risks when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
20S 4045
Fernandez votes yes in committee, boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.▸May 20 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
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File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-20
19
Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian on Westchester Ave▸May 19 - Motorcycle hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street saw blood and confusion. Danger moved fast. The system failed her.
A motorcycle struck a 46-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave in the Bronx. She suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk when hit. The report lists no other contributing factors. The driver’s errors led to injury. The crash exposes the ongoing risk for people on foot in city streets.
18
Distracted Drivers Collide on White Plains Road▸May 18 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on White Plains Road. One man ejected, hit his head, left unconscious. Police cite driver distraction for both vehicles. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided at White Plains Road and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. One 55-year-old man, driving the motorcycle, was ejected and suffered a head injury and concussion. He was found unconscious. Two passengers and two other drivers were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The injured motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but driver distraction was the primary cause.
18
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸May 18 - SUV hit a parked sedan. Two men suffered head injuries. The crash left one unconscious. The police report lists no clear cause. The road remains dangerous for all inside.
An SUV traveling north on Bruckner Expressway struck a parked sedan. According to the police report, a 37-year-old male SUV driver was found unconscious with a head injury. A 45-year-old male passenger in the SUV also suffered a head injury and reported pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan was parked and occupied by a 78-year-old man, who was not reported injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified. Airbags deployed in the SUV. The crash highlights the risks faced by vehicle occupants even when parked.
13S 533
Fernandez votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸May 13 - Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
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File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 6815
Fernandez votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Fernandez votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Fernandez votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 30 - A bus hit a 14-year-old boy at E Tremont and Castle Hill. The teen crossed against the signal. He suffered a fractured arm. Police cited obstructed view as a factor. The crash left the street scarred and the boy hurt.
A 14-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a bus at the intersection of E Tremont Ave and Castle Hill Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, the boy was crossing against the signal when the crash occurred. He suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder. The police report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The bus driver, a 51-year-old man, was traveling straight ahead when the collision happened. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the bus. No other serious injuries were reported among the bus occupants.
27S 8117
Fernandez votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸May 27 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
26
Motorcyclist Ejected, Bleeding After Bronx Crash▸May 26 - A motorcycle slammed into parked cars on East 174th Street. The rider, thrown from his bike, suffered severe bleeding and a hip injury. Police cite driver inexperience and unsafe speed. The street bore the scars. The system failed again.
A 56-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on East 174th Street in the Bronx crashed into parked vehicles, including a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe bleeding and a hip injury. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data. No injuries were reported among the occupants of the parked vehicles. The police report highlights the dangers of inexperience and speed behind the handlebars. The crash left one man injured and the street marked by violence.
20
Distracted Drivers Collide on White Plains Road▸May 20 - Two sedans crashed on White Plains Road. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal met metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 1525 White Plains Road in the Bronx. One driver, age 55, suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left one person injured and several others shaken. The crash highlights the risks when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
20S 4045
Fernandez votes yes in committee, boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.▸May 20 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
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File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-20
19
Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian on Westchester Ave▸May 19 - Motorcycle hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street saw blood and confusion. Danger moved fast. The system failed her.
A motorcycle struck a 46-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave in the Bronx. She suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk when hit. The report lists no other contributing factors. The driver’s errors led to injury. The crash exposes the ongoing risk for people on foot in city streets.
18
Distracted Drivers Collide on White Plains Road▸May 18 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on White Plains Road. One man ejected, hit his head, left unconscious. Police cite driver distraction for both vehicles. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided at White Plains Road and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. One 55-year-old man, driving the motorcycle, was ejected and suffered a head injury and concussion. He was found unconscious. Two passengers and two other drivers were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The injured motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but driver distraction was the primary cause.
18
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸May 18 - SUV hit a parked sedan. Two men suffered head injuries. The crash left one unconscious. The police report lists no clear cause. The road remains dangerous for all inside.
An SUV traveling north on Bruckner Expressway struck a parked sedan. According to the police report, a 37-year-old male SUV driver was found unconscious with a head injury. A 45-year-old male passenger in the SUV also suffered a head injury and reported pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan was parked and occupied by a 78-year-old man, who was not reported injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified. Airbags deployed in the SUV. The crash highlights the risks faced by vehicle occupants even when parked.
13S 533
Fernandez votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸May 13 - Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
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File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 6815
Fernandez votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Fernandez votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Fernandez votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 27 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
- File S 8117, Open States, Published 2025-05-27
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Motorcyclist Ejected, Bleeding After Bronx Crash▸May 26 - A motorcycle slammed into parked cars on East 174th Street. The rider, thrown from his bike, suffered severe bleeding and a hip injury. Police cite driver inexperience and unsafe speed. The street bore the scars. The system failed again.
A 56-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on East 174th Street in the Bronx crashed into parked vehicles, including a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe bleeding and a hip injury. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data. No injuries were reported among the occupants of the parked vehicles. The police report highlights the dangers of inexperience and speed behind the handlebars. The crash left one man injured and the street marked by violence.
20
Distracted Drivers Collide on White Plains Road▸May 20 - Two sedans crashed on White Plains Road. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal met metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 1525 White Plains Road in the Bronx. One driver, age 55, suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left one person injured and several others shaken. The crash highlights the risks when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
20S 4045
Fernandez votes yes in committee, boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.▸May 20 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
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File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-20
19
Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian on Westchester Ave▸May 19 - Motorcycle hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street saw blood and confusion. Danger moved fast. The system failed her.
A motorcycle struck a 46-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave in the Bronx. She suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk when hit. The report lists no other contributing factors. The driver’s errors led to injury. The crash exposes the ongoing risk for people on foot in city streets.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on White Plains Road▸May 18 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on White Plains Road. One man ejected, hit his head, left unconscious. Police cite driver distraction for both vehicles. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided at White Plains Road and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. One 55-year-old man, driving the motorcycle, was ejected and suffered a head injury and concussion. He was found unconscious. Two passengers and two other drivers were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The injured motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but driver distraction was the primary cause.
18
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸May 18 - SUV hit a parked sedan. Two men suffered head injuries. The crash left one unconscious. The police report lists no clear cause. The road remains dangerous for all inside.
An SUV traveling north on Bruckner Expressway struck a parked sedan. According to the police report, a 37-year-old male SUV driver was found unconscious with a head injury. A 45-year-old male passenger in the SUV also suffered a head injury and reported pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan was parked and occupied by a 78-year-old man, who was not reported injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified. Airbags deployed in the SUV. The crash highlights the risks faced by vehicle occupants even when parked.
13S 533
Fernandez votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸May 13 - Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
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File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 6815
Fernandez votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Fernandez votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Fernandez votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 26 - A motorcycle slammed into parked cars on East 174th Street. The rider, thrown from his bike, suffered severe bleeding and a hip injury. Police cite driver inexperience and unsafe speed. The street bore the scars. The system failed again.
A 56-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on East 174th Street in the Bronx crashed into parked vehicles, including a pickup truck and an SUV. According to the police report, the motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe bleeding and a hip injury. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data. No injuries were reported among the occupants of the parked vehicles. The police report highlights the dangers of inexperience and speed behind the handlebars. The crash left one man injured and the street marked by violence.
20
Distracted Drivers Collide on White Plains Road▸May 20 - Two sedans crashed on White Plains Road. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal met metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 1525 White Plains Road in the Bronx. One driver, age 55, suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left one person injured and several others shaken. The crash highlights the risks when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
20S 4045
Fernandez votes yes in committee, boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.▸May 20 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
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File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-20
19
Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian on Westchester Ave▸May 19 - Motorcycle hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street saw blood and confusion. Danger moved fast. The system failed her.
A motorcycle struck a 46-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave in the Bronx. She suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk when hit. The report lists no other contributing factors. The driver’s errors led to injury. The crash exposes the ongoing risk for people on foot in city streets.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on White Plains Road▸May 18 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on White Plains Road. One man ejected, hit his head, left unconscious. Police cite driver distraction for both vehicles. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided at White Plains Road and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. One 55-year-old man, driving the motorcycle, was ejected and suffered a head injury and concussion. He was found unconscious. Two passengers and two other drivers were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The injured motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but driver distraction was the primary cause.
18
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸May 18 - SUV hit a parked sedan. Two men suffered head injuries. The crash left one unconscious. The police report lists no clear cause. The road remains dangerous for all inside.
An SUV traveling north on Bruckner Expressway struck a parked sedan. According to the police report, a 37-year-old male SUV driver was found unconscious with a head injury. A 45-year-old male passenger in the SUV also suffered a head injury and reported pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan was parked and occupied by a 78-year-old man, who was not reported injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified. Airbags deployed in the SUV. The crash highlights the risks faced by vehicle occupants even when parked.
13S 533
Fernandez votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸May 13 - Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
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File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 6815
Fernandez votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
-
File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Fernandez votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Fernandez votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 20 - Two sedans crashed on White Plains Road. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite inattention and inexperience. Metal met metal. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at 1525 White Plains Road in the Bronx. One driver, age 55, suffered a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left one person injured and several others shaken. The crash highlights the risks when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
20S 4045
Fernandez votes yes in committee, boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.▸May 20 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
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File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-20
19
Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian on Westchester Ave▸May 19 - Motorcycle hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street saw blood and confusion. Danger moved fast. The system failed her.
A motorcycle struck a 46-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave in the Bronx. She suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk when hit. The report lists no other contributing factors. The driver’s errors led to injury. The crash exposes the ongoing risk for people on foot in city streets.
18
Distracted Drivers Collide on White Plains Road▸May 18 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on White Plains Road. One man ejected, hit his head, left unconscious. Police cite driver distraction for both vehicles. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided at White Plains Road and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. One 55-year-old man, driving the motorcycle, was ejected and suffered a head injury and concussion. He was found unconscious. Two passengers and two other drivers were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The injured motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but driver distraction was the primary cause.
18
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸May 18 - SUV hit a parked sedan. Two men suffered head injuries. The crash left one unconscious. The police report lists no clear cause. The road remains dangerous for all inside.
An SUV traveling north on Bruckner Expressway struck a parked sedan. According to the police report, a 37-year-old male SUV driver was found unconscious with a head injury. A 45-year-old male passenger in the SUV also suffered a head injury and reported pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan was parked and occupied by a 78-year-old man, who was not reported injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified. Airbags deployed in the SUV. The crash highlights the risks faced by vehicle occupants even when parked.
13S 533
Fernandez votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸May 13 - Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
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File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 6815
Fernandez votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Fernandez votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Fernandez votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 20 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-05-20
19
Motorcycle Strikes Pedestrian on Westchester Ave▸May 19 - Motorcycle hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street saw blood and confusion. Danger moved fast. The system failed her.
A motorcycle struck a 46-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave in the Bronx. She suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk when hit. The report lists no other contributing factors. The driver’s errors led to injury. The crash exposes the ongoing risk for people on foot in city streets.
18
Distracted Drivers Collide on White Plains Road▸May 18 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on White Plains Road. One man ejected, hit his head, left unconscious. Police cite driver distraction for both vehicles. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided at White Plains Road and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. One 55-year-old man, driving the motorcycle, was ejected and suffered a head injury and concussion. He was found unconscious. Two passengers and two other drivers were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The injured motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but driver distraction was the primary cause.
18
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸May 18 - SUV hit a parked sedan. Two men suffered head injuries. The crash left one unconscious. The police report lists no clear cause. The road remains dangerous for all inside.
An SUV traveling north on Bruckner Expressway struck a parked sedan. According to the police report, a 37-year-old male SUV driver was found unconscious with a head injury. A 45-year-old male passenger in the SUV also suffered a head injury and reported pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan was parked and occupied by a 78-year-old man, who was not reported injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified. Airbags deployed in the SUV. The crash highlights the risks faced by vehicle occupants even when parked.
13S 533
Fernandez votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸May 13 - Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
-
File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 6815
Fernandez votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
-
File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Fernandez votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Fernandez votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 19 - Motorcycle hit a woman crossing Westchester Ave. She suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street saw blood and confusion. Danger moved fast. The system failed her.
A motorcycle struck a 46-year-old woman as she crossed Westchester Ave in the Bronx. She suffered a contusion to her lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk when hit. The report lists no other contributing factors. The driver’s errors led to injury. The crash exposes the ongoing risk for people on foot in city streets.
18
Distracted Drivers Collide on White Plains Road▸May 18 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on White Plains Road. One man ejected, hit his head, left unconscious. Police cite driver distraction for both vehicles. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided at White Plains Road and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. One 55-year-old man, driving the motorcycle, was ejected and suffered a head injury and concussion. He was found unconscious. Two passengers and two other drivers were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The injured motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but driver distraction was the primary cause.
18
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸May 18 - SUV hit a parked sedan. Two men suffered head injuries. The crash left one unconscious. The police report lists no clear cause. The road remains dangerous for all inside.
An SUV traveling north on Bruckner Expressway struck a parked sedan. According to the police report, a 37-year-old male SUV driver was found unconscious with a head injury. A 45-year-old male passenger in the SUV also suffered a head injury and reported pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan was parked and occupied by a 78-year-old man, who was not reported injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified. Airbags deployed in the SUV. The crash highlights the risks faced by vehicle occupants even when parked.
13S 533
Fernandez votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸May 13 - Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
-
File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 6815
Fernandez votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
-
File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Fernandez votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Fernandez votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 18 - A motorcycle and sedan crashed on White Plains Road. One man ejected, hit his head, left unconscious. Police cite driver distraction for both vehicles. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
A motorcycle and a sedan collided at White Plains Road and Bruckner Boulevard in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. One 55-year-old man, driving the motorcycle, was ejected and suffered a head injury and concussion. He was found unconscious. Two passengers and two other drivers were involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. The injured motorcyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted in the report, but driver distraction was the primary cause.
18
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Bruckner Expressway▸May 18 - SUV hit a parked sedan. Two men suffered head injuries. The crash left one unconscious. The police report lists no clear cause. The road remains dangerous for all inside.
An SUV traveling north on Bruckner Expressway struck a parked sedan. According to the police report, a 37-year-old male SUV driver was found unconscious with a head injury. A 45-year-old male passenger in the SUV also suffered a head injury and reported pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan was parked and occupied by a 78-year-old man, who was not reported injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified. Airbags deployed in the SUV. The crash highlights the risks faced by vehicle occupants even when parked.
13S 533
Fernandez votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸May 13 - Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
-
File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 6815
Fernandez votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
-
File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Fernandez votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Fernandez votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 18 - SUV hit a parked sedan. Two men suffered head injuries. The crash left one unconscious. The police report lists no clear cause. The road remains dangerous for all inside.
An SUV traveling north on Bruckner Expressway struck a parked sedan. According to the police report, a 37-year-old male SUV driver was found unconscious with a head injury. A 45-year-old male passenger in the SUV also suffered a head injury and reported pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan was parked and occupied by a 78-year-old man, who was not reported injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified. Airbags deployed in the SUV. The crash highlights the risks faced by vehicle occupants even when parked.
13S 533
Fernandez votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸May 13 - Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
-
File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 6815
Fernandez votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
-
File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Fernandez votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Fernandez votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 13 - Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
- File S 533, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
13S 6815
Fernandez votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
-
File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Fernandez votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Fernandez votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 13 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
- File S 6815, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
13S 7678
Fernandez votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Fernandez votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 13 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 7678, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
13S 346
Fernandez votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
12
Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 13 - Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
- File S 346, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
12
Sedans Collide on Cross Bronx Expressway▸May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 12 - Two sedans crashed on Cross Bronx Expressway. One passenger suffered a leg injury and whiplash. Impact tore metal. No clear cause listed. Streets remain harsh for those inside.
Two sedans collided at White Plains Road and Cross Bronx Expressway in the Bronx. According to the police report, a 36-year-old male passenger suffered a knee and lower leg injury and whiplash. The crash involved one car going straight and another making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front panels. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The toll fell on those riding inside.
10
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian▸May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 10 - A man crossed East 160th Street. A black Mercedes hit him. The driver fled. Paramedics rushed the man to Lincoln Hospital. He died. Police search for the driver. The street holds silence. Another life lost to speed and steel.
ABC7 reported on May 10, 2025, that a 43-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run at East 160th Street and Webster Avenue in the Bronx. The article states, "A preliminary investigation found that the man was crossing the street when he was struck by a black Mercedes traveling southbound on Webster Ave." The driver did not stop and has not been apprehended. Emergency services transported the victim to Lincoln Hospital, where he died from his injuries. ABC7 quotes an area resident: "That was like my brother. He remember he was a good guy, a family guy. A whole father." The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by pedestrians and the persistent issue of drivers fleeing crash scenes. No arrests have been made.
- Hit-And-Run Kills Bronx Pedestrian, ABC7, Published 2025-05-10
6
Sedan Strikes Head-On at Gleason and Taylor▸May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 6 - A sedan hit hard at Gleason and Taylor. The driver suffered a head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A crash occurred at Gleason Avenue and Taylor Avenue in the Bronx. A sedan struck another vehicle, causing a head injury to the driver. According to the police report, no contributing factors or driver errors were listed. The injured person was the driver, a 37-year-old man, who was wearing a lap belt and experienced shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any failure to yield, distraction, or other driver mistakes.
6S 4804
Fernandez votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Collision on Bruckner Blvd Injures Two Passengers▸May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 5 - Two SUVs crashed on Bruckner Blvd. Two passengers bruised. Police cite driver distraction. Metal struck flesh. Impact left marks. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Bruckner Blvd and Wheeler Ave in the Bronx. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. Two passengers, a 37-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy, suffered bruises to their limbs. Both drivers and other occupants were listed with unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Lap belts were used by injured passengers, as noted after driver errors.
2
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child Passenger on Cross Bronx▸May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 2 - Two sedans collided on Cross Bronx Expressway. A ten-year-old girl in the back seat suffered a fractured back. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
Two sedans crashed on the Cross Bronx Expressway at Rosedale Avenue. A ten-year-old girl riding as a rear passenger was injured, suffering a fractured back. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' Three adults—two drivers and a front passenger—were also involved but did not report serious injuries. The police report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left a child hurt and exposed the high cost of speed on city roads.
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Farías votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, safety impact neutral.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01