Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Brooklyn CB5?
Brooklyn Bleeds: Slow Down or Count More Bodies
Brooklyn CB5: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025
The Toll in Plain Sight
In Brooklyn CB5, violence comes in the dark hours, in the crosswalk, in the parking lot. Since 2022, ten people have died on these streets. Forty-eight have been left with serious injuries. The numbers do not bleed, but the people do.
Just last month, a child lost a leg in a crash. In January, a woman crossing Pennsylvania Avenue was killed by an SUV. In April, a man died at the wheel, his body broken by speed and distraction. The dead do not speak, but the numbers keep rising. More than 8,000 crashes. Nearly 5,000 injured.
The Shape of the Danger
Cars and SUVs do most of the killing: six deaths, 510 minor injuries, 131 moderate, nine serious. Trucks and buses add four serious injuries. Motorcycles, mopeds, bikes—they hurt, but they do not kill like the cars do. The street is not safe for the old, the young, or anyone in between.
A neighbor said it plain after a recent hit-and-run: “Drivers speed on that stretch of roadway.” The city knows this. The state knows this. Still, the blood pools on the asphalt.
Leadership: Steps and Silences
Local leaders have taken some steps. Council Members Chris Banks and Sandy Nurse voted to remove abandoned vehicles and co-sponsored bills for safer bike share and daylighting crosswalks. State Senator Roxanne Persaud voted yes to curb repeat speeders and extend school speed zones. Assembly Member Nikki Lucas backed school speed zones too.
But the pace is slow. The danger is not. Every day without a citywide 20 mph limit, another life is at risk.
What You Can Do
This is not fate. This is policy. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand enforcement that targets the real danger—speed, not the people on foot or bike. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Brooklyn CB5 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Brooklyn CB5?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Brooklyn CB5?
▸ Are crashes just 'accidents' or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-12
- Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Two Men, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-12
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4715011 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-18
- Driver Kills Girlfriend Doing Donuts, New York Post, Published 2025-07-16
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Brooklyn Woman, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- Driver Doing Donuts Kills Girlfriend, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-15
- BMW Driver Kills Two in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-12
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File Int 1304-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-11
- ‘City of … Sort Of’: How Do The ‘Outer Transit Zone’ Parking Mandate Reductions Work?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-02-26
Other Representatives
District 60
425 New Lots Ave. First Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Room 702, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 42
1199 Elton Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207
718-649-9495
250 Broadway, Suite 1774, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6957
District 19
1222 E. 96th St., Brooklyn, NY 11236
Room 409, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn CB5 Brooklyn Community Board 5 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 75, District 42, AD 60, SD 19.
It contains Cypress Hills, East New York (North), East New York-New Lots, Spring Creek-Starrett City, East New York-City Line, Highland Park-Cypress Hills Cemeteries (South).
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn Community Board 5
Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash▸Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
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Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-24
SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Twin Pines Drive▸SUV hit a 13-year-old girl crossing Twin Pines Drive. She suffered a fractured leg. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A BMW SUV struck a 13-year-old girl as she crossed Twin Pines Drive in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the girl was not at an intersection or crosswalk. The driver and a passenger in the SUV were uninjured. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Pennsylvania Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Pennsylvania Ave. One driver suffered whiplash. Police cite improper lane use. Metal and glass scattered. Another man listed, injury unclear.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Pennsylvania Ave near Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. One 28-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash to his entire body. Another man was involved, but his injuries were not specified. Both vehicles were making left turns when they collided. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. No other errors or helmet or signal issues were reported.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
-
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
3Sedan Slams Parked Cars on Vandalia Ave▸A moving sedan struck two parked cars on Vandalia Ave. Three people suffered injuries. Passengers took the brunt. Metal twisted. Whiplash and pain followed. Brooklyn street, another crash, more hurt.
A northbound sedan making a left turn on Vandalia Ave hit two parked sedans. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 17-year-old male rear passenger, a 45-year-old male front passenger, and a 27-year-old male driver. All reported whiplash and bodily injuries. The crash involved a MAZD sedan striking a parked MERZ and CHEV sedan. No contributing factors were specified in the police report. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left passengers and drivers hurt, underscoring the danger parked cars face from moving vehicles.
Moped Passenger Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸A moped and sedan collided at Van Siclen and Stanley. The crash threw a 17-year-old moped passenger onto the street. He suffered a fractured leg. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal struck flesh. System failed to protect the young.
A collision between a moped and a sedan occurred at Van Siclen Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan making a left turn and a moped traveling straight. The impact ejected a 17-year-old male passenger from the moped, causing a fractured leg. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by passengers when drivers operate at unsafe speeds. No other injuries were specified for the drivers or other occupants.
S 8344Dilan votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 8344Lucas votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Motorcycle Overturns, Pedestrian Injured on Pitkin▸A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue. A 55-year-old man, not in the roadway, suffered leg injuries. The crash left the pedestrian in shock. The cause remains unspecified in the police report.
A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue at Pine Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old male pedestrian, who was not in the roadway, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was left in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The motorcycle, a 2024 FLY-WING, was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the left front bumper. No driver errors are specified in the data. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a contributing factor.
Pickup Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing Flatlands▸Pickup hit a 15-year-old girl crossing Flatlands Avenue with the signal. She suffered facial injuries. Two occupants in the truck were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck a 15-year-old pedestrian as she crossed Flatlands Avenue at Elton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was crossing with the signal at the intersection and suffered abrasions to her face. Two occupants in the pickup, including the driver, were not injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were noted. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, even when following signals, on city streets.
S 7678Dilan votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Dilan votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7678Lucas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
Seventeen-year-old Jhoan Puga died after his moped struck a turning car in Midwood. His passenger was thrown and critically hurt. The crash left trauma and questions in its wake.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-24), Jhoan Puga, 17, was riding a gas moped north on East Eighth St. in Brooklyn when he collided with a Genesis G80 driven by a 71-year-old man making a left turn. The impact threw Puga and his passenger, causing severe injuries. The article states, "Jhoan later died at the hospital." The driver remained at the scene. No arrests have been made. The NYPD collision squad is investigating. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the vulnerability of moped riders in city traffic.
- Teen Killed, Passenger Hurt In Moped Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-24
SUV Strikes Girl Crossing Twin Pines Drive▸SUV hit a 13-year-old girl crossing Twin Pines Drive. She suffered a fractured leg. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A BMW SUV struck a 13-year-old girl as she crossed Twin Pines Drive in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the girl was not at an intersection or crosswalk. The driver and a passenger in the SUV were uninjured. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Pennsylvania Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Pennsylvania Ave. One driver suffered whiplash. Police cite improper lane use. Metal and glass scattered. Another man listed, injury unclear.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Pennsylvania Ave near Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. One 28-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash to his entire body. Another man was involved, but his injuries were not specified. Both vehicles were making left turns when they collided. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. No other errors or helmet or signal issues were reported.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
-
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
3Sedan Slams Parked Cars on Vandalia Ave▸A moving sedan struck two parked cars on Vandalia Ave. Three people suffered injuries. Passengers took the brunt. Metal twisted. Whiplash and pain followed. Brooklyn street, another crash, more hurt.
A northbound sedan making a left turn on Vandalia Ave hit two parked sedans. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 17-year-old male rear passenger, a 45-year-old male front passenger, and a 27-year-old male driver. All reported whiplash and bodily injuries. The crash involved a MAZD sedan striking a parked MERZ and CHEV sedan. No contributing factors were specified in the police report. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left passengers and drivers hurt, underscoring the danger parked cars face from moving vehicles.
Moped Passenger Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸A moped and sedan collided at Van Siclen and Stanley. The crash threw a 17-year-old moped passenger onto the street. He suffered a fractured leg. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal struck flesh. System failed to protect the young.
A collision between a moped and a sedan occurred at Van Siclen Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan making a left turn and a moped traveling straight. The impact ejected a 17-year-old male passenger from the moped, causing a fractured leg. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by passengers when drivers operate at unsafe speeds. No other injuries were specified for the drivers or other occupants.
S 8344Dilan votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 8344Lucas votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Motorcycle Overturns, Pedestrian Injured on Pitkin▸A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue. A 55-year-old man, not in the roadway, suffered leg injuries. The crash left the pedestrian in shock. The cause remains unspecified in the police report.
A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue at Pine Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old male pedestrian, who was not in the roadway, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was left in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The motorcycle, a 2024 FLY-WING, was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the left front bumper. No driver errors are specified in the data. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a contributing factor.
Pickup Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing Flatlands▸Pickup hit a 15-year-old girl crossing Flatlands Avenue with the signal. She suffered facial injuries. Two occupants in the truck were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck a 15-year-old pedestrian as she crossed Flatlands Avenue at Elton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was crossing with the signal at the intersection and suffered abrasions to her face. Two occupants in the pickup, including the driver, were not injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were noted. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, even when following signals, on city streets.
S 7678Dilan votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Dilan votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7678Lucas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
SUV hit a 13-year-old girl crossing Twin Pines Drive. She suffered a fractured leg. The driver and passenger were unhurt. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A BMW SUV struck a 13-year-old girl as she crossed Twin Pines Drive in Brooklyn. She suffered a fractured leg and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the girl was not at an intersection or crosswalk. The driver and a passenger in the SUV were uninjured. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both the driver and the pedestrian. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data.
Improper Lane Use Injures Driver on Pennsylvania Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Pennsylvania Ave. One driver suffered whiplash. Police cite improper lane use. Metal and glass scattered. Another man listed, injury unclear.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Pennsylvania Ave near Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. One 28-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash to his entire body. Another man was involved, but his injuries were not specified. Both vehicles were making left turns when they collided. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. No other errors or helmet or signal issues were reported.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
3Sedan Slams Parked Cars on Vandalia Ave▸A moving sedan struck two parked cars on Vandalia Ave. Three people suffered injuries. Passengers took the brunt. Metal twisted. Whiplash and pain followed. Brooklyn street, another crash, more hurt.
A northbound sedan making a left turn on Vandalia Ave hit two parked sedans. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 17-year-old male rear passenger, a 45-year-old male front passenger, and a 27-year-old male driver. All reported whiplash and bodily injuries. The crash involved a MAZD sedan striking a parked MERZ and CHEV sedan. No contributing factors were specified in the police report. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left passengers and drivers hurt, underscoring the danger parked cars face from moving vehicles.
Moped Passenger Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸A moped and sedan collided at Van Siclen and Stanley. The crash threw a 17-year-old moped passenger onto the street. He suffered a fractured leg. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal struck flesh. System failed to protect the young.
A collision between a moped and a sedan occurred at Van Siclen Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan making a left turn and a moped traveling straight. The impact ejected a 17-year-old male passenger from the moped, causing a fractured leg. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by passengers when drivers operate at unsafe speeds. No other injuries were specified for the drivers or other occupants.
S 8344Dilan votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 8344Lucas votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Motorcycle Overturns, Pedestrian Injured on Pitkin▸A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue. A 55-year-old man, not in the roadway, suffered leg injuries. The crash left the pedestrian in shock. The cause remains unspecified in the police report.
A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue at Pine Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old male pedestrian, who was not in the roadway, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was left in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The motorcycle, a 2024 FLY-WING, was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the left front bumper. No driver errors are specified in the data. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a contributing factor.
Pickup Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing Flatlands▸Pickup hit a 15-year-old girl crossing Flatlands Avenue with the signal. She suffered facial injuries. Two occupants in the truck were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck a 15-year-old pedestrian as she crossed Flatlands Avenue at Elton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was crossing with the signal at the intersection and suffered abrasions to her face. Two occupants in the pickup, including the driver, were not injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were noted. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, even when following signals, on city streets.
S 7678Dilan votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Dilan votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7678Lucas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
Two SUVs collided on Pennsylvania Ave. One driver suffered whiplash. Police cite improper lane use. Metal and glass scattered. Another man listed, injury unclear.
Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on Pennsylvania Ave near Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved improper passing or lane usage. One 28-year-old male driver was injured, suffering whiplash to his entire body. Another man was involved, but his injuries were not specified. Both vehicles were making left turns when they collided. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor. No other errors or helmet or signal issues were reported.
Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider▸A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
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Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-22
3Sedan Slams Parked Cars on Vandalia Ave▸A moving sedan struck two parked cars on Vandalia Ave. Three people suffered injuries. Passengers took the brunt. Metal twisted. Whiplash and pain followed. Brooklyn street, another crash, more hurt.
A northbound sedan making a left turn on Vandalia Ave hit two parked sedans. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 17-year-old male rear passenger, a 45-year-old male front passenger, and a 27-year-old male driver. All reported whiplash and bodily injuries. The crash involved a MAZD sedan striking a parked MERZ and CHEV sedan. No contributing factors were specified in the police report. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left passengers and drivers hurt, underscoring the danger parked cars face from moving vehicles.
Moped Passenger Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸A moped and sedan collided at Van Siclen and Stanley. The crash threw a 17-year-old moped passenger onto the street. He suffered a fractured leg. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal struck flesh. System failed to protect the young.
A collision between a moped and a sedan occurred at Van Siclen Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan making a left turn and a moped traveling straight. The impact ejected a 17-year-old male passenger from the moped, causing a fractured leg. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by passengers when drivers operate at unsafe speeds. No other injuries were specified for the drivers or other occupants.
S 8344Dilan votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 8344Lucas votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Motorcycle Overturns, Pedestrian Injured on Pitkin▸A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue. A 55-year-old man, not in the roadway, suffered leg injuries. The crash left the pedestrian in shock. The cause remains unspecified in the police report.
A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue at Pine Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old male pedestrian, who was not in the roadway, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was left in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The motorcycle, a 2024 FLY-WING, was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the left front bumper. No driver errors are specified in the data. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a contributing factor.
Pickup Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing Flatlands▸Pickup hit a 15-year-old girl crossing Flatlands Avenue with the signal. She suffered facial injuries. Two occupants in the truck were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck a 15-year-old pedestrian as she crossed Flatlands Avenue at Elton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was crossing with the signal at the intersection and suffered abrasions to her face. Two occupants in the pickup, including the driver, were not injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were noted. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, even when following signals, on city streets.
S 7678Dilan votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Dilan votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7678Lucas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
A moped slammed into a car’s door in Bay Ridge. The rider died. His passenger broke bones. The driver was drunk, unlicensed, and arrested. The street stayed quiet after the crash. Another life lost to reckless driving.
NY Daily News reported on June 22, 2025, that Joel Mota, 22, died after his moped struck the passenger-side door of a 2013 Acura TSX at Third Ave and 67th St in Brooklyn. The crash happened at 4:45 a.m. Police said the car’s driver, Leslie Moreno, was intoxicated and unlicensed. Mota’s passenger suffered multiple fractures. The article notes, 'Police arrested the Acura driver, 29-year-old Leslie Moreno, for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired, and being unlicensed.' Moreno was arraigned and released without bail. The case highlights the ongoing risk posed by impaired, unlicensed drivers on city streets.
- Drunk Unlicensed Driver Kills Moped Rider, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-22
3Sedan Slams Parked Cars on Vandalia Ave▸A moving sedan struck two parked cars on Vandalia Ave. Three people suffered injuries. Passengers took the brunt. Metal twisted. Whiplash and pain followed. Brooklyn street, another crash, more hurt.
A northbound sedan making a left turn on Vandalia Ave hit two parked sedans. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 17-year-old male rear passenger, a 45-year-old male front passenger, and a 27-year-old male driver. All reported whiplash and bodily injuries. The crash involved a MAZD sedan striking a parked MERZ and CHEV sedan. No contributing factors were specified in the police report. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left passengers and drivers hurt, underscoring the danger parked cars face from moving vehicles.
Moped Passenger Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸A moped and sedan collided at Van Siclen and Stanley. The crash threw a 17-year-old moped passenger onto the street. He suffered a fractured leg. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal struck flesh. System failed to protect the young.
A collision between a moped and a sedan occurred at Van Siclen Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan making a left turn and a moped traveling straight. The impact ejected a 17-year-old male passenger from the moped, causing a fractured leg. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by passengers when drivers operate at unsafe speeds. No other injuries were specified for the drivers or other occupants.
S 8344Dilan votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 8344Lucas votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Motorcycle Overturns, Pedestrian Injured on Pitkin▸A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue. A 55-year-old man, not in the roadway, suffered leg injuries. The crash left the pedestrian in shock. The cause remains unspecified in the police report.
A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue at Pine Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old male pedestrian, who was not in the roadway, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was left in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The motorcycle, a 2024 FLY-WING, was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the left front bumper. No driver errors are specified in the data. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a contributing factor.
Pickup Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing Flatlands▸Pickup hit a 15-year-old girl crossing Flatlands Avenue with the signal. She suffered facial injuries. Two occupants in the truck were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck a 15-year-old pedestrian as she crossed Flatlands Avenue at Elton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was crossing with the signal at the intersection and suffered abrasions to her face. Two occupants in the pickup, including the driver, were not injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were noted. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, even when following signals, on city streets.
S 7678Dilan votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Dilan votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7678Lucas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
A moving sedan struck two parked cars on Vandalia Ave. Three people suffered injuries. Passengers took the brunt. Metal twisted. Whiplash and pain followed. Brooklyn street, another crash, more hurt.
A northbound sedan making a left turn on Vandalia Ave hit two parked sedans. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 17-year-old male rear passenger, a 45-year-old male front passenger, and a 27-year-old male driver. All reported whiplash and bodily injuries. The crash involved a MAZD sedan striking a parked MERZ and CHEV sedan. No contributing factors were specified in the police report. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left passengers and drivers hurt, underscoring the danger parked cars face from moving vehicles.
Moped Passenger Ejected in Brooklyn Collision▸A moped and sedan collided at Van Siclen and Stanley. The crash threw a 17-year-old moped passenger onto the street. He suffered a fractured leg. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal struck flesh. System failed to protect the young.
A collision between a moped and a sedan occurred at Van Siclen Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan making a left turn and a moped traveling straight. The impact ejected a 17-year-old male passenger from the moped, causing a fractured leg. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by passengers when drivers operate at unsafe speeds. No other injuries were specified for the drivers or other occupants.
S 8344Dilan votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 8344Lucas votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Motorcycle Overturns, Pedestrian Injured on Pitkin▸A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue. A 55-year-old man, not in the roadway, suffered leg injuries. The crash left the pedestrian in shock. The cause remains unspecified in the police report.
A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue at Pine Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old male pedestrian, who was not in the roadway, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was left in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The motorcycle, a 2024 FLY-WING, was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the left front bumper. No driver errors are specified in the data. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a contributing factor.
Pickup Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing Flatlands▸Pickup hit a 15-year-old girl crossing Flatlands Avenue with the signal. She suffered facial injuries. Two occupants in the truck were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck a 15-year-old pedestrian as she crossed Flatlands Avenue at Elton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was crossing with the signal at the intersection and suffered abrasions to her face. Two occupants in the pickup, including the driver, were not injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were noted. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, even when following signals, on city streets.
S 7678Dilan votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Dilan votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7678Lucas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
A moped and sedan collided at Van Siclen and Stanley. The crash threw a 17-year-old moped passenger onto the street. He suffered a fractured leg. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal struck flesh. System failed to protect the young.
A collision between a moped and a sedan occurred at Van Siclen Avenue and Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan making a left turn and a moped traveling straight. The impact ejected a 17-year-old male passenger from the moped, causing a fractured leg. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. No helmet use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by passengers when drivers operate at unsafe speeds. No other injuries were specified for the drivers or other occupants.
S 8344Dilan votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 8344Lucas votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Motorcycle Overturns, Pedestrian Injured on Pitkin▸A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue. A 55-year-old man, not in the roadway, suffered leg injuries. The crash left the pedestrian in shock. The cause remains unspecified in the police report.
A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue at Pine Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old male pedestrian, who was not in the roadway, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was left in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The motorcycle, a 2024 FLY-WING, was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the left front bumper. No driver errors are specified in the data. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a contributing factor.
Pickup Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing Flatlands▸Pickup hit a 15-year-old girl crossing Flatlands Avenue with the signal. She suffered facial injuries. Two occupants in the truck were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck a 15-year-old pedestrian as she crossed Flatlands Avenue at Elton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was crossing with the signal at the intersection and suffered abrasions to her face. Two occupants in the pickup, including the driver, were not injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were noted. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, even when following signals, on city streets.
S 7678Dilan votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Dilan votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7678Lucas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
S 8344Lucas votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Motorcycle Overturns, Pedestrian Injured on Pitkin▸A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue. A 55-year-old man, not in the roadway, suffered leg injuries. The crash left the pedestrian in shock. The cause remains unspecified in the police report.
A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue at Pine Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old male pedestrian, who was not in the roadway, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was left in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The motorcycle, a 2024 FLY-WING, was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the left front bumper. No driver errors are specified in the data. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a contributing factor.
Pickup Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing Flatlands▸Pickup hit a 15-year-old girl crossing Flatlands Avenue with the signal. She suffered facial injuries. Two occupants in the truck were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck a 15-year-old pedestrian as she crossed Flatlands Avenue at Elton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was crossing with the signal at the intersection and suffered abrasions to her face. Two occupants in the pickup, including the driver, were not injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were noted. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, even when following signals, on city streets.
S 7678Dilan votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Dilan votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7678Lucas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
Motorcycle Overturns, Pedestrian Injured on Pitkin▸A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue. A 55-year-old man, not in the roadway, suffered leg injuries. The crash left the pedestrian in shock. The cause remains unspecified in the police report.
A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue at Pine Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old male pedestrian, who was not in the roadway, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was left in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The motorcycle, a 2024 FLY-WING, was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the left front bumper. No driver errors are specified in the data. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a contributing factor.
Pickup Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing Flatlands▸Pickup hit a 15-year-old girl crossing Flatlands Avenue with the signal. She suffered facial injuries. Two occupants in the truck were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck a 15-year-old pedestrian as she crossed Flatlands Avenue at Elton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was crossing with the signal at the intersection and suffered abrasions to her face. Two occupants in the pickup, including the driver, were not injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were noted. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, even when following signals, on city streets.
S 7678Dilan votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Dilan votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7678Lucas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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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A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue. A 55-year-old man, not in the roadway, suffered leg injuries. The crash left the pedestrian in shock. The cause remains unspecified in the police report.
A motorcycle overturned on Pitkin Avenue at Pine Street in Brooklyn. A 55-year-old male pedestrian, who was not in the roadway, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was left in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' The motorcycle, a 2024 FLY-WING, was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the left front bumper. No driver errors are specified in the data. The report does not mention any helmet or signal use as a contributing factor.
Pickup Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing Flatlands▸Pickup hit a 15-year-old girl crossing Flatlands Avenue with the signal. She suffered facial injuries. Two occupants in the truck were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck a 15-year-old pedestrian as she crossed Flatlands Avenue at Elton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was crossing with the signal at the intersection and suffered abrasions to her face. Two occupants in the pickup, including the driver, were not injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were noted. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, even when following signals, on city streets.
S 7678Dilan votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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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Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Dilan votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
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Published 2025-06-16
S 7678Lucas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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,
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Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
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Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
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Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
Pickup hit a 15-year-old girl crossing Flatlands Avenue with the signal. She suffered facial injuries. Two occupants in the truck were unhurt. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
A pickup truck struck a 15-year-old pedestrian as she crossed Flatlands Avenue at Elton Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the girl was crossing with the signal at the intersection and suffered abrasions to her face. Two occupants in the pickup, including the driver, were not injured. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were noted. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, even when following signals, on city streets.
S 7678Dilan votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Dilan votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7678Lucas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
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Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
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 2025-06-16
S 7785Dilan votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7678Lucas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
- File S 7785, Open States, Published 2025-06-16
S 7678Lucas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸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 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
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 2025-06-16
S 7785Lucas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
- File S 7785, Open States, Published 2025-06-16
2SUV and Sedan Collide on Stanley Avenue▸Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
Two drivers and three passengers hurt when SUV and sedan crash on Stanley Avenue. Concussions, body injuries. Police cite vehicular factors. Streets stay dangerous.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Stanley Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both drivers, a 43-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman, suffered concussions and body injuries. Three passengers, including an infant, were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
2Driver Fell Asleep, Passengers Injured on Livonia Ave▸Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
Two sedans collided on Livonia Avenue. A driver fell asleep. Three people were hurt. A 13-year-old suffered back pain. Two adults took blows to the head. Metal twisted. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of another crash.
On Livonia Avenue in Brooklyn, two sedans crashed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Fell Asleep.' Three people were injured. A 13-year-old passenger complained of back pain. A 61-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion. A 35-year-old driver also reported head pain. The crash left all occupants shaken. The police report lists no other contributing factors from the victims. The data shows the driver’s error—falling asleep—set the crash in motion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck the left rear and front bumpers, damaging both vehicles. The toll fell hardest on those inside.
Child Pedestrian Suffers Leg Amputation in Brooklyn Crash▸A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
A 12-year-old boy lost part of his leg at Wortman Avenue. A large vehicle struck him at the intersection. The child was conscious but badly hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. The driver was not injured.
A 12-year-old pedestrian was struck and severely injured by an enclosed-body vehicle at the intersection of 155 Wortman Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child suffered an amputation to the knee, lower leg, or foot and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle, registered in New York, impacted the child with its left front bumper. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The driver, a 40-year-old man, was not injured. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are specified in the report. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane▸City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
-
Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
City will rip out a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. The lane calmed a deadly stretch. Drivers still parked illegally. Children darted into traffic. Now, cyclists and pedestrians face more danger. Policy shifts, safety slips. Streets stay lethal.
Streetsblog NYC reported on June 13, 2025, that Mayor Adams will remove the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue, a corridor known for high crash rates. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'before this bike lane from 2018 to 2022 this is the area that had the second largest numbers of pedestrian fatalities and crashes in the city.' The lane faced opposition from some Hasidic leaders, citing children running into the lane from illegally parked cars and buses. Despite tweaks—school bus zones, daylighted corners, no standing areas—drivers kept parking illegally, blocking sightlines and endangering children. The city rarely removes protected lanes, but Adams acted after political pressure. Moving the lane to Classon Avenue, as some demand, would force cyclists onto a chaotic BQE ramp. The decision highlights persistent driver violations and policy gaps that leave vulnerable road users exposed.
- Adams Removes Bedford Avenue Bike Lane, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-13
S 5677Dilan votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
- File S 5677, Open States, Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Dilan votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸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 2025-06-13
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 2025-06-13