Queens Bleeds While Leaders Stall: End Street Deaths Now

A 56-year-old man was struck at 101 Avenue in Queens. He suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. The crash involved multiple vehicles, including SUVs and sedans. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor in the collision.

According to the police report, a 56-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 101 Avenue in Queens. He sustained a fractured and dislocated shoulder. The crash involved several vehicles, including SUVs and sedans, some parked and others traveling north or west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. The pedestrian was located in the roadway at the time of impact. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The collision caused damage to multiple vehicles, including front and rear bumpers and quarter panels.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641763 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A Nissan SUV struck a box truck from behind on Van Wyck Expressway. Two passengers in the SUV suffered whiplash injuries to neck and head. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both vehicles traveled southbound at impact.

According to the police report, a 2010 Nissan SUV rear-ended a 2014 box truck on the Van Wyck Expressway. The SUV was traveling southbound and struck the truck at the center back end, causing damage to both vehicles. Two passengers in the SUV, a 28-year-old woman and a 24-year-old man, were injured with neck and head whiplash but remained conscious and were not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The box truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4639836 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A new storm-resistant street opened on Beach 108th in Rockaway. Porous pavement, wider sidewalks, and bike lanes now line the block. The project promises less flooding and safer passage for people on foot and bike. Connections to the ferry and boardwalk improved.

On June 18, 2023, Council Member Joann Ariola (District 32) marked the completion of a major infrastructure project in Rockaway. The work, running from Beach Channel Drive to Shore Front Parkway, added porous pavement, new bike lanes, and wider pedestrian walkways. The city says the 11,000 square feet of new surface can absorb nearly 1.3 million gallons of stormwater each year. Ariola said, 'At long last, we will finally have a safe, steady, and efficient flow of traffic here, and the area is now more resilient than ever before.' The project, part of a $16.6 million investment begun in March 2021, also repaired or replaced 1,100 feet of storm sewer and added new left turn lanes. The changes give cyclists and pedestrians an easier, safer route to the Rockaway ferry terminal and boardwalk.

• New storm-resistant street with ‘porous pavement’ opens in Rockaway, just in time for hurricane season, gothamist.com, Published 2023-06-18

A box truck struck a stopped sedan on Vanwyck Expressway. Both men inside the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The sedan’s rear was damaged. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Vanwyck Expressway rear-ended a stopped sedan. The sedan had two male occupants: a 54-year-old front passenger and a male driver. Both suffered neck injuries classified as whiplash and were conscious after the crash. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end. The box truck showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. Both occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. The crash occurred while the sedan was stopped in traffic and the truck was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637330 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

Two vehicles crashed head-on on Forest Parkway in Queens. Both drivers were women, traveling straight in opposite directions. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Alcohol was involved. Both vehicles sustained right front bumper damage.

According to the police report, a 30-year-old female driver in a 2022 SUV traveling north collided with a southbound 2018 sedan on Forest Parkway in Queens. The SUV driver was injured, suffering neck trauma and shock, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. Both vehicles struck each other with their right front bumpers while traveling straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles' right front bumpers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4636916 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

Two SUVs slammed together on Atlantic Avenue in Queens. The crash left a young driver and her passenger with neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious. Police cite traffic control ignored.

According to the police report, two SUVs crashed on Atlantic Avenue near 116 Street in Queens. The southbound 2007 Jeep disregarded traffic control, leading to the collision. Both vehicles were moving straight when they struck: one at the right front quarter panel, the other at the left front bumper. A 24-year-old female driver and a 22-year-old male passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other errors or contributing factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4636920 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A 14-year-old boy was ejected after a sedan struck him at an intersection on Hillside Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. He suffered a head injury and abrasions. The sedan hit with its left front bumper, damaging the front end.

According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured and ejected when a 2012 Toyota sedan traveling east on Hillside Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the time of impact. The sedan's left front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing a head injury and abrasions. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. No specific driver errors were listed in the report, and no contributing factors were assigned to the driver. The pedestrian was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash caused center front end damage to the vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4636936 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-08

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-06-01

Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2023-05-31

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.

• File S 6802, Open States, Published 2023-05-30

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.

• File S 6802, Open States, Published 2023-05-30

NYC leaders went to Albany. They demanded lawmakers pass Sammy’s Law. The bill lets the city set its own speed limits. Brad Hoylman-Sigal led the charge. The law is named for a child killed by a car. The fight is urgent. Lives hang in the balance.

On May 30, 2023, State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal and other NYC officials lobbied the state legislature to pass key transportation and housing bills before the session ends June 9. The centerpiece is 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits, potentially lowering them to 20 mph. Hoylman-Sigal, the bill’s sponsor, said, 'Senators in Massapequa shouldn’t set the speed limit for Manhattan—or the reverse.' The law is named for Sammy Cohen Eckstein, a 12-year-old killed by a car in Brooklyn. The bill had stalled before, but this year the required home rule resolution was submitted. Mayor Adams’ administration also pushed for affordable housing reforms. The push for Sammy’s Law is a fight to give NYC control over its streets and protect vulnerable road users from deadly speeding.

• NYC officials press Albany to pass critical bills on housing, city speed limit and others before session ends, nypost.com, Published 2023-05-30

A sedan turning left hit an 8-year-old boy crossing Woodhaven Boulevard with the signal. The boy suffered bruises and an arm injury. Police cited the driver for failure to yield right-of-way. The child was conscious and injured at the scene.

According to the police report, a 2015 Chevrolet sedan was making a left turn on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens when it struck an 8-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at an intersection. The child sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor attributed to the driver. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle northbound. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632610 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

Council members fight congestion pricing for 5,200 drivers. Most New Yorkers ride transit. Opponents claim harm to businesses and residents. Advocates say the plan funds transit, cuts traffic, and spares the vulnerable. The city’s future hangs in the balance.

The congestion pricing debate centers on a policy to toll drivers entering Manhattan’s core. The bill faces opposition from Council Members David Weprin, Joann Ariola, and Ari Kagan, who argue it will hurt small businesses and outer-borough residents. On May 22, 2023, Ari Kagan said, 'Congestion Pricing will hurt countless New Yorkers, small businesses, residents of so-called outer-boroughs & will create huge lines of parked cars right outside of Manhattan.' Yet, the MTA’s assessment shows only 5,200 city drivers commute by car from areas far from fast transit—just 1.2% of that population. Advocates like Felicia Park-Rogers counter, 'this policy has the potential to be utterly transformational for our city.' The plan includes exemptions for disabled and low-income drivers. Most New Yorkers stand to gain safer, better-funded transit and less congestion.

• Straw Men: The Fight Over Congestion Pricing Comes Down to Just 5,200 NYC Drivers, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-05-22