Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB11?
Ten Dead in Queens: Politicians Talk, Pedestrians Die
Queens CB11: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025
The Deaths Keep Coming
Ten people killed. Twenty-two left with serious injuries. That is the cost of traffic violence in Queens CB11 since 2022. The numbers do not flinch. They do not care about hope or habit. They only climb.
Just last month, a 74-year-old man was killed crossing at Northern Boulevard and 217th Street. The driver, behind the wheel of a 2017 SUV, was unlicensed. The man died at the intersection. There is no comfort in the details. There is only the fact of his absence. NYC Open Data
On December 24th, a 56-year-old man was crushed and killed as a pedestrian on the Clearview Expressway. The crash was blamed on a driver following too closely, on a slippery road. The man did not make it home for Christmas. NYC Open Data
Who Pays the Price
Pedestrians and older adults bear the brunt. Of the ten killed, three were over 65. One was under 18. The streets do not forgive. SUVs and sedans do most of the damage—four deaths by cars, none by bikes. The numbers are not just numbers. They are mothers, fathers, children.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
State Senator John Liu has voted yes on bills to curb repeat speeders, requiring speed-limiting devices for those with a pattern of violations. He co-sponsored the bill, and he voted yes in committee. This is a step. But the deaths keep coming. Council Member Linda Lee, Assembly Member Ed Braunstein, and others have supported extending school speed zones. It is not enough.
“We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children,” said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez as the city expanded car-free school streets. The city is moving, but not fast enough. The blood dries before the paint does.
What You Can Do
This is not fate. It is policy. Call your council member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real enforcement against repeat speeders. Join Families for Safe Streets and Transportation Alternatives. Stand with the families who have lost. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Queens CB11 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Queens CB11?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB11?
▸ Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-08-01
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819696 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-08-29
- Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
- Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-01
- Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street, New York Post, Published 2025-08-01
- Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-08-01
- Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway, ABC7, Published 2025-07-31
- Everyone Wants to Fix 14th Street, New York Magazine - Curbed, Published 2025-07-29
- Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-11-18
Other Representatives
District 26
213-33 39th Ave., Suite 238, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 422, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 23
73-03 Bell Boulevard, Oakland Gardens, NY 11364
718-468-0137
250 Broadway, Suite 1868, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
District 16
38-50 Bell Blvd. Suite C, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 915, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Queens CB11 Queens Community Board 11 sits in Queens, Precinct 111, District 23, AD 26, SD 16.
It contains Auburndale, Bayside, Douglaston-Little Neck, Oakland Gardens-Hollis Hills, Alley Pond Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 11
SUV and Sedan Crash on 45th Road Injures Driver▸Two cars slammed together on 45th Road. Metal twisted. One driver hurt, body struck hard. Police cite failure to yield. The street stays dangerous. No pedestrians involved. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at 45th Road and 204th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' One male driver, age 66, suffered injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including a child, were listed but not reported as injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the main factor.
Sedan Reverses, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸A sedan backed up on 73rd Avenue. The driver lost focus. The car struck a 72-year-old woman. She suffered crush injuries to her abdomen. The street turned violent in a blink.
A 72-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan backing southbound on 214-24 73rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No driver injuries were specified. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially near vulnerable road users.
3Box Truck Slams Sedan on Clearview Expressway▸Truck struck sedan from behind. Three people hurt. Neck and back injuries. Night crash. Both vehicles moving north. Police cite other vehicular factors. No pedestrians involved.
A box truck hit a sedan on Clearview Expressway in Queens. Three people were injured: a 38-year-old woman driving the sedan, a 32-year-old male passenger, and a 20-year-old male passenger. All suffered neck or back injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when the crash happened. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the sedan damaged at the center back end and the truck at the left front bumper.
S 533Liu votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
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File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 533Liu votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
-
File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 6815Liu 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 2025-05-13
S 7678Liu 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 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Two cars slammed together on 45th Road. Metal twisted. One driver hurt, body struck hard. Police cite failure to yield. The street stays dangerous. No pedestrians involved. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at 45th Road and 204th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' One male driver, age 66, suffered injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including a child, were listed but not reported as injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights driver error as the main factor.
Sedan Reverses, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸A sedan backed up on 73rd Avenue. The driver lost focus. The car struck a 72-year-old woman. She suffered crush injuries to her abdomen. The street turned violent in a blink.
A 72-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan backing southbound on 214-24 73rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No driver injuries were specified. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially near vulnerable road users.
3Box Truck Slams Sedan on Clearview Expressway▸Truck struck sedan from behind. Three people hurt. Neck and back injuries. Night crash. Both vehicles moving north. Police cite other vehicular factors. No pedestrians involved.
A box truck hit a sedan on Clearview Expressway in Queens. Three people were injured: a 38-year-old woman driving the sedan, a 32-year-old male passenger, and a 20-year-old male passenger. All suffered neck or back injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when the crash happened. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the sedan damaged at the center back end and the truck at the left front bumper.
S 533Liu votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
-
File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 533Liu votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
-
File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 6815Liu 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 2025-05-13
S 7678Liu 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 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
-
File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
A sedan backed up on 73rd Avenue. The driver lost focus. The car struck a 72-year-old woman. She suffered crush injuries to her abdomen. The street turned violent in a blink.
A 72-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured by a sedan backing southbound on 214-24 73rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inattentive. The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and was found unconscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. No driver injuries were specified. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially near vulnerable road users.
3Box Truck Slams Sedan on Clearview Expressway▸Truck struck sedan from behind. Three people hurt. Neck and back injuries. Night crash. Both vehicles moving north. Police cite other vehicular factors. No pedestrians involved.
A box truck hit a sedan on Clearview Expressway in Queens. Three people were injured: a 38-year-old woman driving the sedan, a 32-year-old male passenger, and a 20-year-old male passenger. All suffered neck or back injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when the crash happened. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the sedan damaged at the center back end and the truck at the left front bumper.
S 533Liu votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
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File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 533Liu votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
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File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 6815Liu 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 2025-05-13
S 7678Liu 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 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Truck struck sedan from behind. Three people hurt. Neck and back injuries. Night crash. Both vehicles moving north. Police cite other vehicular factors. No pedestrians involved.
A box truck hit a sedan on Clearview Expressway in Queens. Three people were injured: a 38-year-old woman driving the sedan, a 32-year-old male passenger, and a 20-year-old male passenger. All suffered neck or back injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling north when the crash happened. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left the sedan damaged at the center back end and the truck at the left front bumper.
S 533Liu votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
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File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 533Liu votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
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File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 6815Liu 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 2025-05-13
S 7678Liu 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 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
- File S 533, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
S 533Liu votes no on repealing congestion pricing, supports safer streets.▸Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
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File S 533,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 6815Liu 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 2025-05-13
S 7678Liu 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 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Senate bill S 533 seeks to kill congestion pricing and order a forensic audit of the MTA. The committee vote failed. Streets stay clogged. Danger for walkers and riders lingers.
Senate bill S 533, introduced on May 13, 2025, in committee, aimed to repeal congestion pricing and require an independent audit of the MTA. The bill summary reads: 'Repeals congestion pricing (Part A); directs the metropolitan transportation authority to contract with a certified public accounting firm for the provision of an independent, comprehensive, forensic audit of the authority (Part B).' Primary sponsor Jack M. Martins led the push, joined by George Borrello, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, and others. The committee voted it down. No safety analyst reviewed the bill’s impact on vulnerable road users. The fight over street safety and traffic chaos continues.
- File S 533, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
S 6815Liu 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 2025-05-13
S 7678Liu 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 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
- File S 6815, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
S 7678Liu 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 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 7678, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
- File S 346, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
S 346Liu votes yes to increase penalties for highway worker endangerment.▸Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
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File S 346,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Senate passes S 346. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. Pushes work zone safety. Sets up new enforcement fund. Lawmakers move to shield workers from reckless drivers.
Senate bill S 346 cleared committee on May 13, 2025. The bill, titled 'Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker; promotes work zone safety awareness; establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement,' aims to crack down on drivers who threaten highway workers. Senator Jeremy Cooney led as primary sponsor, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, Christopher Ryan, and James Skoufis. The committee voted yes. The bill targets reckless driving in work zones, boosting penalties and funding enforcement. It marks a step to protect those most exposed to traffic danger.
- File S 346, Open States, Published 2025-05-13
SUV Rear-Ends Truck on Expressway in Queens▸SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
SUV slammed into a stopped truck on the Long Island Expressway. One woman suffered a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal, glass, and blood on the road. System failed to protect.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens left a 40-year-old woman with a head injury. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck the back of a stopped pick-up truck. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was conscious with a head contusion. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of high-speed traffic and close following distances on city expressways.
SUV Collision Leaves Elderly Driver Unconscious▸Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Two SUVs collided on Utopia Parkway. A 66-year-old driver was left unconscious, hurt across his body. Others in the crash were not reported injured. The cause remains unspecified in police records.
Two station wagons or SUVs collided near 49-44 Utopia Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 66-year-old male driver was found unconscious with injuries to his entire body. Three other occupants, including a 57-year-old woman and two infants, were listed but did not have reported injuries. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
S 4804Stavisky votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
Pick-up Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 211 St▸A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
A pick-up truck struck a sedan from behind on 211 St near Horace Harding Expy. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause.
A pick-up truck hit a sedan from behind on 211 St at Horace Harding Expressway in Queens. Four people were involved. One driver, a 37-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west. The pick-up truck's front end struck the sedan's rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
2SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Parkway in Queens▸Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Two drivers hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Cross Island Parkway. Police cite driver distraction. Both men suffered whiplash. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.
Two vehicles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the back of an SUV. Both drivers, men aged 24 and 33, were injured with whiplash—one to the neck, one to the head. The crash happened as the SUV slowed or stopped and the sedan continued straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
-
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
- Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-05-02
High-Speed Crash Injures Drivers on Parkway▸Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Sedans and SUVs smashed on Cross Island Parkway. Three drivers hurt. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain sharp. Night broken by impact.
A violent crash on Cross Island Parkway in Queens left three drivers injured. According to the police report, sedans and SUVs collided while traveling south. One driver suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Another reported abdominal pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicles were demolished. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash underscores the danger of speed on city roads.
Int 0193-2024Lee votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01