About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 7
▸ Crush Injuries 4
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 8
▸ Severe Lacerations 3
▸ Concussion 7
▸ Whiplash 25
▸ Contusion/Bruise 56
▸ Abrasion 26
▸ Pain/Nausea 13
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Woodside’s kill zones: Queens Blvd, Roosevelt, and the BQE
Woodside: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Two people are dead on Queens Boulevard since 2022. One died on Roosevelt Avenue. Another died on the BQE. In the same span, 938 were injured across Woodside.
- Pedestrians: 2 dead, 122 hurt.
- Cyclists: 108 hurt.
- People on other motorized devices: 1 dead, 63 hurt.
- Vehicle occupants: 1 dead, 645 hurt.
This is the ledger. It keeps growing.
Queens Boulevard and Roosevelt: names on a map, bodies on the line
Queens Boulevard logs two deaths and 54 injuries. Roosevelt Avenue holds one death and 35 injuries. Together they tell one story: speed and mass win; flesh loses.
A 42‑year‑old on a motorcycle died on Queens Boulevard after contact with a box truck on Aug. 10, 2022. The record shows ejection and crush injuries. City data marks it as fatal (CrashID 4554092).
A 38‑year‑old man, walking outside a crosswalk at Roosevelt and 70th, was struck and killed by a 2011 Ford SUV before dawn on Apr. 23, 2024. City data logs the pedestrian as “Apparent Death” (CrashID 4719380).
On the BQE, a 33‑year‑old pedestrian died on July 13, 2023. The file lists “Internal” injuries after a Ford SUV going straight. City data records the fatality (CrashID 4646702). The corridor is our top injury hotspot.
These are not accidents. They are impacts. They happen where the map already glows red: Queens Boulevard and Roosevelt Avenue in our dataset’s top intersections, and the BQE that cuts through it.
When and why it happens
Harm spikes at the edges of day. Injuries stack at 8 a.m., 9 a.m., and again from late afternoon into night. Deaths hit at 5 a.m., 6 a.m., 4 p.m., and 10 p.m., then keep coming through the evening, per the hourly distribution.
What drives the damage here: “other” factors dominate with 2 deaths and 210 injuries. Pedestrian or cyclist “error” appears in the log too, but the bodies show the power imbalance: SUVs are tied to two pedestrian deaths and 48 pedestrian injuries; trucks add nine more pedestrian hits. The vehicle rollup is blunt: cars and SUVs account for the largest share of harm to people on foot.
On Aug. 7, 2025 at 69th Street and Woodside Avenue, a U‑turning sedan with Oklahoma plates met a southbound Harley. The rider, 62, went down with crush injuries to his leg. The log cites failure to yield. City data fixes the time and place (CrashID 4833478).
Promises, pressure, and the slow road to change
Leaders can move when they are pressed. The Queensboro Bridge finally split people walking from people biking in May 2025 after months of delay. “After years of advocacy… [complete the work to open new, dedicated pedestrian paths],” said State Senator Michael Gianaris, while noting the unexplained holdup. Gothamist. In April, electeds warned City Hall that further delay would “unnecessarily put at risk” thousands who still shared a cramped lane. Streetsblog.
At the state level, Albany moved on chronic speeders. Senator Gianaris voted yes in committee for S4045 to require intelligent speed assistance for drivers who pile up violations. Open States. Assembly Member Steven Raga co‑sponsors the Assembly version. Open States.
City Council also pushed to clear illegal blockers. A resolution urges Albany to pass A.5440 to ticket owner‑liability parking violations by camera, with Raga tied to the state bill and Council Member Lincoln Restler sponsoring the resolution. NYC Council Legistar.
What would make Woodside safer now
Start at the hot corridors.
- Harden turns and add daylighting on Queens Boulevard and Roosevelt Avenue. Protect the crosswalks drivers hit again and again. Use failure‑to‑yield stings where the log shows turning conflicts.
- Build physical separation and traffic calming near the BQE ramps and frontage, where one death and 199 injuries cluster. Keep speed down before the merge.
- Target repeat hotspots at 69th Street and Woodside Avenue with no‑U‑turn controls and curb work. The Aug. 7 crash tells you why.
Then finish the citywide work.
- Lower speeds everywhere. Sammy’s Law gave NYC the power to set slower limits. A citywide 20 mph default cuts force at the point of impact.
- Fit chronic violators with speed limiters. S4045/A7979 is built for the 1.5% who do the worst harm.
This neighborhood’s file is already thick. The numbers do not grieve. People do.
If you want it to stop, start here: take action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- NYC completes long-stalled plan to separate bikes and pedestrians on Queensboro Bridge, Gothamist, Published 2025-05-13
- Pols Demand Adams Open Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-04-09
- S 4045 – Intelligent speed assistance for repeat violators, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- A 7979 – Intelligent speed assistance for repeat violators, Open States / NY Assembly, Published 2023-08-18
- NYC Council File Res 1024-2025 – Owner liability parking camera pilot, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
- Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-04
Other Representatives
District 30
55-19 69th St., Maspeth, NY 11378
Room 744, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 26
37-04 Queens Boulevard, Suite 205, Long Island City, NY 11101
718-383-9566
250 Broadway, Suite 1749, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6975
District 12
22-07 45th St. Suite 1008, Astoria, NY 11105
Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Woodside Woodside sits in Queens, Precinct 108, District 26, AD 30, SD 12, Queens CB2.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Woodside
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Queens teen with autism fatally struck by car after going missing from LI school▸
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Queens teen with autism fatally struck by car after going missing from LI school,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-09-05
25
Pickup Truck Hits Scooter on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 25 - A driver in a pickup truck hit a 29‑year‑old man riding a motorized scooter on Queens Boulevard at 54th Street. The rider was partially ejected and suffered a neck injury, minor bleeding and shock. Police cited lane misuse and driver distraction.
The driver of a pickup truck struck a 29‑year‑old man riding a motorized standing scooter on Queens Boulevard at 54th Street. The rider was partially ejected and suffered a neck injury, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Passing or Lane Usage Improper, Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report records center front end impact and left front bumper damage to the pickup. A second vehicle listed as a standing scooter showed no damage. One vehicle was recorded with an unlicensed driver. Police recorded driver inattention and improper lane usage as the primary errors.
14Res 1024-2025
Raga Backs Safety Boosting Owner Liability Camera Bill▸Aug 14 - Council urges Albany to pass A.5440. Cameras would ticket vehicle owners for parking-rule violations. The stated aim: clear bike lanes and crosswalks, restore sight lines, and reduce drivers blocking space for people walking and cycling.
Res 1024-2025 (file Res 1024-2025) is a City Council resolution introduced August 14, 2025 and referred the same day to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It "calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York." Council Member Lincoln Restler sponsored and backed the resolution; Assemblymember Steven Raga sponsors A.5440 in Albany. The bill would authorize a six-year camera enforcement pilot with owner fines and a two-year public report. Automated owner-liability enforcement should deter illegal standing and bike-lane/crosswalk blocking that forces cyclists into traffic and reduces pedestrian visibility, making streets safer.
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File Res 1024-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Res 1024-2025
Raga Backs Safety-Boosting Owner Liability Camera Plan▸Aug 14 - Res 1024-2025 urges Albany to pass A.5440. Owner-liability cameras would fine vehicle owners when cars flout posted parking rules. The measure targets illegal standing that blocks bike lanes and crosswalks, forcing cyclists into traffic and cutting pedestrian visibility.
Res 1024-2025 (File Res 1024-2025) is a Council resolution introduced August 14, 2025 and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure the same day. It “calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York.” Council Member Lincoln Restler introduced the measure. Assemblymember Steven Raga sponsors A.5440 in Albany. Restler framed the bill as an owner-liability camera pilot. A safety analysis says automated owner-liability enforcement should deter illegal standing and bike-lane/crosswalk blocking that forces cyclists into traffic and reduces pedestrian visibility, and that it can scale citywide to improve safety.
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File Res 1024-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Res 1024-2025
Raga Backs Safety‑Boosting Owner Liability Parking Cameras▸Aug 14 - Res 1024 urges Albany to pass A.5440. Cameras would ticket vehicle owners for illegal parking. Enforcement clears bike lanes, crosswalks and corners. It restores space and visibility for people walking and biking.
Res 1024-2025 (file: Res 1024-2025) is a Council sponsorship resolution referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and entered August 14, 2025. It "calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York." Council Member Lincoln Restler sponsored the resolution. A.5440, sponsored in the State Assembly by Steven Raga, would authorize a six-year DOT camera pilot and shift fines to vehicle owners. City analysts say automated owner-liability enforcement will discourage illegal parking that blocks bike lanes, crosswalks, and corners, improving visibility and space for people walking and biking and aiding transit reliability.
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File Res 1024-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
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Northbound Driver Hits Westbound Cyclist, Leg Fracture▸Aug 10 - A northbound driver struck a westbound 18-year-old cyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The rider suffered a lower-leg fracture and was conscious. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight struck a westbound 18-year-old bicyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The driver’s vehicle showed center front-end damage. The bicyclist was injured and listed as conscious with a fracture to the lower leg (knee/lower leg/foot). The crash report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor for the driver. The report records the bicyclist as unlicensed in the vehicle section and lists the rider’s complaint as fracture/distortion/dislocation. No other contributing factors are recorded in the police report.
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Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
"Critics, including Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla and Council Member Julie Won, argue the report is flawed and that daylighting is a proven, low-cost safety measure" -- Julie Won
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
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We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
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Sedan U-Turn Crushes Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 7 - The driver of a sedan made a U-turn on Woodside Ave and hit a 62-year-old motorcyclist. He suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
On Woodside Avenue in Queens a sedan and a motorcycle collided when the driver of the sedan made a U-turn and the motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the sedan’s front. The motorcycle rider, a 62-year-old man, was recorded injured with crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the sedan. Vehicle records show center front-end damage to both the motorcycle and the sedan. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Pickup Fails to Yield, Scooter Rider Hurt▸Aug 6 - A driver in a pickup turned left on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. A 25-year-old man suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.'
The driver of a pickup truck made a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. The scooter was operated by a 25-year-old man who suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded the pickup's point of impact as the left front bumper and the scooter's point of impact as the center front end. The report lists driver failure to yield as the contributing factor; no other contributing factors were recorded.
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Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Rider on BQE▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan hit a moped rider on the BQE in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations. Police recorded improper lane use in the crash.
A driver in a sedan collided with a moped rider on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. The rider, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan had damage to the right-front quarter panel; the moped showed damage to the left front bumper. No other injuries were noted. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt on a highway built for cars.
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Two Sedans and Parked Van Collide on Roosevelt▸Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
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Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
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Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
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NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
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Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
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Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
- Queens teen with autism fatally struck by car after going missing from LI school, NY Daily News, Published 2025-09-05
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Pickup Truck Hits Scooter on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 25 - A driver in a pickup truck hit a 29‑year‑old man riding a motorized scooter on Queens Boulevard at 54th Street. The rider was partially ejected and suffered a neck injury, minor bleeding and shock. Police cited lane misuse and driver distraction.
The driver of a pickup truck struck a 29‑year‑old man riding a motorized standing scooter on Queens Boulevard at 54th Street. The rider was partially ejected and suffered a neck injury, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Passing or Lane Usage Improper, Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report records center front end impact and left front bumper damage to the pickup. A second vehicle listed as a standing scooter showed no damage. One vehicle was recorded with an unlicensed driver. Police recorded driver inattention and improper lane usage as the primary errors.
14Res 1024-2025
Raga Backs Safety Boosting Owner Liability Camera Bill▸Aug 14 - Council urges Albany to pass A.5440. Cameras would ticket vehicle owners for parking-rule violations. The stated aim: clear bike lanes and crosswalks, restore sight lines, and reduce drivers blocking space for people walking and cycling.
Res 1024-2025 (file Res 1024-2025) is a City Council resolution introduced August 14, 2025 and referred the same day to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It "calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York." Council Member Lincoln Restler sponsored and backed the resolution; Assemblymember Steven Raga sponsors A.5440 in Albany. The bill would authorize a six-year camera enforcement pilot with owner fines and a two-year public report. Automated owner-liability enforcement should deter illegal standing and bike-lane/crosswalk blocking that forces cyclists into traffic and reduces pedestrian visibility, making streets safer.
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File Res 1024-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Res 1024-2025
Raga Backs Safety-Boosting Owner Liability Camera Plan▸Aug 14 - Res 1024-2025 urges Albany to pass A.5440. Owner-liability cameras would fine vehicle owners when cars flout posted parking rules. The measure targets illegal standing that blocks bike lanes and crosswalks, forcing cyclists into traffic and cutting pedestrian visibility.
Res 1024-2025 (File Res 1024-2025) is a Council resolution introduced August 14, 2025 and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure the same day. It “calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York.” Council Member Lincoln Restler introduced the measure. Assemblymember Steven Raga sponsors A.5440 in Albany. Restler framed the bill as an owner-liability camera pilot. A safety analysis says automated owner-liability enforcement should deter illegal standing and bike-lane/crosswalk blocking that forces cyclists into traffic and reduces pedestrian visibility, and that it can scale citywide to improve safety.
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File Res 1024-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Res 1024-2025
Raga Backs Safety‑Boosting Owner Liability Parking Cameras▸Aug 14 - Res 1024 urges Albany to pass A.5440. Cameras would ticket vehicle owners for illegal parking. Enforcement clears bike lanes, crosswalks and corners. It restores space and visibility for people walking and biking.
Res 1024-2025 (file: Res 1024-2025) is a Council sponsorship resolution referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and entered August 14, 2025. It "calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York." Council Member Lincoln Restler sponsored the resolution. A.5440, sponsored in the State Assembly by Steven Raga, would authorize a six-year DOT camera pilot and shift fines to vehicle owners. City analysts say automated owner-liability enforcement will discourage illegal parking that blocks bike lanes, crosswalks, and corners, improving visibility and space for people walking and biking and aiding transit reliability.
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File Res 1024-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
10
Northbound Driver Hits Westbound Cyclist, Leg Fracture▸Aug 10 - A northbound driver struck a westbound 18-year-old cyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The rider suffered a lower-leg fracture and was conscious. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight struck a westbound 18-year-old bicyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The driver’s vehicle showed center front-end damage. The bicyclist was injured and listed as conscious with a fracture to the lower leg (knee/lower leg/foot). The crash report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor for the driver. The report records the bicyclist as unlicensed in the vehicle section and lists the rider’s complaint as fracture/distortion/dislocation. No other contributing factors are recorded in the police report.
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Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
"Critics, including Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla and Council Member Julie Won, argue the report is flawed and that daylighting is a proven, low-cost safety measure" -- Julie Won
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
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We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 7 - The driver of a sedan made a U-turn on Woodside Ave and hit a 62-year-old motorcyclist. He suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
On Woodside Avenue in Queens a sedan and a motorcycle collided when the driver of the sedan made a U-turn and the motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the sedan’s front. The motorcycle rider, a 62-year-old man, was recorded injured with crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the sedan. Vehicle records show center front-end damage to both the motorcycle and the sedan. The report lists no other contributing factors.
6
Pickup Fails to Yield, Scooter Rider Hurt▸Aug 6 - A driver in a pickup turned left on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. A 25-year-old man suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.'
The driver of a pickup truck made a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. The scooter was operated by a 25-year-old man who suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded the pickup's point of impact as the left front bumper and the scooter's point of impact as the center front end. The report lists driver failure to yield as the contributing factor; no other contributing factors were recorded.
5
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Rider on BQE▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan hit a moped rider on the BQE in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations. Police recorded improper lane use in the crash.
A driver in a sedan collided with a moped rider on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. The rider, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan had damage to the right-front quarter panel; the moped showed damage to the left front bumper. No other injuries were noted. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt on a highway built for cars.
4
Two Sedans and Parked Van Collide on Roosevelt▸Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
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NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 25 - A driver in a pickup truck hit a 29‑year‑old man riding a motorized scooter on Queens Boulevard at 54th Street. The rider was partially ejected and suffered a neck injury, minor bleeding and shock. Police cited lane misuse and driver distraction.
The driver of a pickup truck struck a 29‑year‑old man riding a motorized standing scooter on Queens Boulevard at 54th Street. The rider was partially ejected and suffered a neck injury, minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Passing or Lane Usage Improper, Driver Inattention/Distraction." The report records center front end impact and left front bumper damage to the pickup. A second vehicle listed as a standing scooter showed no damage. One vehicle was recorded with an unlicensed driver. Police recorded driver inattention and improper lane usage as the primary errors.
14Res 1024-2025
Raga Backs Safety Boosting Owner Liability Camera Bill▸Aug 14 - Council urges Albany to pass A.5440. Cameras would ticket vehicle owners for parking-rule violations. The stated aim: clear bike lanes and crosswalks, restore sight lines, and reduce drivers blocking space for people walking and cycling.
Res 1024-2025 (file Res 1024-2025) is a City Council resolution introduced August 14, 2025 and referred the same day to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It "calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York." Council Member Lincoln Restler sponsored and backed the resolution; Assemblymember Steven Raga sponsors A.5440 in Albany. The bill would authorize a six-year camera enforcement pilot with owner fines and a two-year public report. Automated owner-liability enforcement should deter illegal standing and bike-lane/crosswalk blocking that forces cyclists into traffic and reduces pedestrian visibility, making streets safer.
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File Res 1024-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Res 1024-2025
Raga Backs Safety-Boosting Owner Liability Camera Plan▸Aug 14 - Res 1024-2025 urges Albany to pass A.5440. Owner-liability cameras would fine vehicle owners when cars flout posted parking rules. The measure targets illegal standing that blocks bike lanes and crosswalks, forcing cyclists into traffic and cutting pedestrian visibility.
Res 1024-2025 (File Res 1024-2025) is a Council resolution introduced August 14, 2025 and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure the same day. It “calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York.” Council Member Lincoln Restler introduced the measure. Assemblymember Steven Raga sponsors A.5440 in Albany. Restler framed the bill as an owner-liability camera pilot. A safety analysis says automated owner-liability enforcement should deter illegal standing and bike-lane/crosswalk blocking that forces cyclists into traffic and reduces pedestrian visibility, and that it can scale citywide to improve safety.
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File Res 1024-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Res 1024-2025
Raga Backs Safety‑Boosting Owner Liability Parking Cameras▸Aug 14 - Res 1024 urges Albany to pass A.5440. Cameras would ticket vehicle owners for illegal parking. Enforcement clears bike lanes, crosswalks and corners. It restores space and visibility for people walking and biking.
Res 1024-2025 (file: Res 1024-2025) is a Council sponsorship resolution referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and entered August 14, 2025. It "calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York." Council Member Lincoln Restler sponsored the resolution. A.5440, sponsored in the State Assembly by Steven Raga, would authorize a six-year DOT camera pilot and shift fines to vehicle owners. City analysts say automated owner-liability enforcement will discourage illegal parking that blocks bike lanes, crosswalks, and corners, improving visibility and space for people walking and biking and aiding transit reliability.
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File Res 1024-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
10
Northbound Driver Hits Westbound Cyclist, Leg Fracture▸Aug 10 - A northbound driver struck a westbound 18-year-old cyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The rider suffered a lower-leg fracture and was conscious. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight struck a westbound 18-year-old bicyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The driver’s vehicle showed center front-end damage. The bicyclist was injured and listed as conscious with a fracture to the lower leg (knee/lower leg/foot). The crash report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor for the driver. The report records the bicyclist as unlicensed in the vehicle section and lists the rider’s complaint as fracture/distortion/dislocation. No other contributing factors are recorded in the police report.
8
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
"Critics, including Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla and Council Member Julie Won, argue the report is flawed and that daylighting is a proven, low-cost safety measure" -- Julie Won
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 7 - The driver of a sedan made a U-turn on Woodside Ave and hit a 62-year-old motorcyclist. He suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
On Woodside Avenue in Queens a sedan and a motorcycle collided when the driver of the sedan made a U-turn and the motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the sedan’s front. The motorcycle rider, a 62-year-old man, was recorded injured with crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the sedan. Vehicle records show center front-end damage to both the motorcycle and the sedan. The report lists no other contributing factors.
6
Pickup Fails to Yield, Scooter Rider Hurt▸Aug 6 - A driver in a pickup turned left on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. A 25-year-old man suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.'
The driver of a pickup truck made a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. The scooter was operated by a 25-year-old man who suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded the pickup's point of impact as the left front bumper and the scooter's point of impact as the center front end. The report lists driver failure to yield as the contributing factor; no other contributing factors were recorded.
5
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Rider on BQE▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan hit a moped rider on the BQE in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations. Police recorded improper lane use in the crash.
A driver in a sedan collided with a moped rider on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. The rider, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan had damage to the right-front quarter panel; the moped showed damage to the left front bumper. No other injuries were noted. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt on a highway built for cars.
4
Two Sedans and Parked Van Collide on Roosevelt▸Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
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NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 14 - Council urges Albany to pass A.5440. Cameras would ticket vehicle owners for parking-rule violations. The stated aim: clear bike lanes and crosswalks, restore sight lines, and reduce drivers blocking space for people walking and cycling.
Res 1024-2025 (file Res 1024-2025) is a City Council resolution introduced August 14, 2025 and referred the same day to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. It "calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York." Council Member Lincoln Restler sponsored and backed the resolution; Assemblymember Steven Raga sponsors A.5440 in Albany. The bill would authorize a six-year camera enforcement pilot with owner fines and a two-year public report. Automated owner-liability enforcement should deter illegal standing and bike-lane/crosswalk blocking that forces cyclists into traffic and reduces pedestrian visibility, making streets safer.
- File Res 1024-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
14Res 1024-2025
Raga Backs Safety-Boosting Owner Liability Camera Plan▸Aug 14 - Res 1024-2025 urges Albany to pass A.5440. Owner-liability cameras would fine vehicle owners when cars flout posted parking rules. The measure targets illegal standing that blocks bike lanes and crosswalks, forcing cyclists into traffic and cutting pedestrian visibility.
Res 1024-2025 (File Res 1024-2025) is a Council resolution introduced August 14, 2025 and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure the same day. It “calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York.” Council Member Lincoln Restler introduced the measure. Assemblymember Steven Raga sponsors A.5440 in Albany. Restler framed the bill as an owner-liability camera pilot. A safety analysis says automated owner-liability enforcement should deter illegal standing and bike-lane/crosswalk blocking that forces cyclists into traffic and reduces pedestrian visibility, and that it can scale citywide to improve safety.
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File Res 1024-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Res 1024-2025
Raga Backs Safety‑Boosting Owner Liability Parking Cameras▸Aug 14 - Res 1024 urges Albany to pass A.5440. Cameras would ticket vehicle owners for illegal parking. Enforcement clears bike lanes, crosswalks and corners. It restores space and visibility for people walking and biking.
Res 1024-2025 (file: Res 1024-2025) is a Council sponsorship resolution referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and entered August 14, 2025. It "calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York." Council Member Lincoln Restler sponsored the resolution. A.5440, sponsored in the State Assembly by Steven Raga, would authorize a six-year DOT camera pilot and shift fines to vehicle owners. City analysts say automated owner-liability enforcement will discourage illegal parking that blocks bike lanes, crosswalks, and corners, improving visibility and space for people walking and biking and aiding transit reliability.
-
File Res 1024-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
10
Northbound Driver Hits Westbound Cyclist, Leg Fracture▸Aug 10 - A northbound driver struck a westbound 18-year-old cyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The rider suffered a lower-leg fracture and was conscious. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight struck a westbound 18-year-old bicyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The driver’s vehicle showed center front-end damage. The bicyclist was injured and listed as conscious with a fracture to the lower leg (knee/lower leg/foot). The crash report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor for the driver. The report records the bicyclist as unlicensed in the vehicle section and lists the rider’s complaint as fracture/distortion/dislocation. No other contributing factors are recorded in the police report.
8
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
"Critics, including Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla and Council Member Julie Won, argue the report is flawed and that daylighting is a proven, low-cost safety measure" -- Julie Won
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
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We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 7 - The driver of a sedan made a U-turn on Woodside Ave and hit a 62-year-old motorcyclist. He suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
On Woodside Avenue in Queens a sedan and a motorcycle collided when the driver of the sedan made a U-turn and the motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the sedan’s front. The motorcycle rider, a 62-year-old man, was recorded injured with crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the sedan. Vehicle records show center front-end damage to both the motorcycle and the sedan. The report lists no other contributing factors.
6
Pickup Fails to Yield, Scooter Rider Hurt▸Aug 6 - A driver in a pickup turned left on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. A 25-year-old man suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.'
The driver of a pickup truck made a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. The scooter was operated by a 25-year-old man who suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded the pickup's point of impact as the left front bumper and the scooter's point of impact as the center front end. The report lists driver failure to yield as the contributing factor; no other contributing factors were recorded.
5
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Rider on BQE▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan hit a moped rider on the BQE in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations. Police recorded improper lane use in the crash.
A driver in a sedan collided with a moped rider on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. The rider, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan had damage to the right-front quarter panel; the moped showed damage to the left front bumper. No other injuries were noted. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt on a highway built for cars.
4
Two Sedans and Parked Van Collide on Roosevelt▸Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
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Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 14 - Res 1024-2025 urges Albany to pass A.5440. Owner-liability cameras would fine vehicle owners when cars flout posted parking rules. The measure targets illegal standing that blocks bike lanes and crosswalks, forcing cyclists into traffic and cutting pedestrian visibility.
Res 1024-2025 (File Res 1024-2025) is a Council resolution introduced August 14, 2025 and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure the same day. It “calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York.” Council Member Lincoln Restler introduced the measure. Assemblymember Steven Raga sponsors A.5440 in Albany. Restler framed the bill as an owner-liability camera pilot. A safety analysis says automated owner-liability enforcement should deter illegal standing and bike-lane/crosswalk blocking that forces cyclists into traffic and reduces pedestrian visibility, and that it can scale citywide to improve safety.
- File Res 1024-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
14Res 1024-2025
Raga Backs Safety‑Boosting Owner Liability Parking Cameras▸Aug 14 - Res 1024 urges Albany to pass A.5440. Cameras would ticket vehicle owners for illegal parking. Enforcement clears bike lanes, crosswalks and corners. It restores space and visibility for people walking and biking.
Res 1024-2025 (file: Res 1024-2025) is a Council sponsorship resolution referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and entered August 14, 2025. It "calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York." Council Member Lincoln Restler sponsored the resolution. A.5440, sponsored in the State Assembly by Steven Raga, would authorize a six-year DOT camera pilot and shift fines to vehicle owners. City analysts say automated owner-liability enforcement will discourage illegal parking that blocks bike lanes, crosswalks, and corners, improving visibility and space for people walking and biking and aiding transit reliability.
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File Res 1024-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
10
Northbound Driver Hits Westbound Cyclist, Leg Fracture▸Aug 10 - A northbound driver struck a westbound 18-year-old cyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The rider suffered a lower-leg fracture and was conscious. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight struck a westbound 18-year-old bicyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The driver’s vehicle showed center front-end damage. The bicyclist was injured and listed as conscious with a fracture to the lower leg (knee/lower leg/foot). The crash report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor for the driver. The report records the bicyclist as unlicensed in the vehicle section and lists the rider’s complaint as fracture/distortion/dislocation. No other contributing factors are recorded in the police report.
8
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
"Critics, including Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla and Council Member Julie Won, argue the report is flawed and that daylighting is a proven, low-cost safety measure" -- Julie Won
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 7 - The driver of a sedan made a U-turn on Woodside Ave and hit a 62-year-old motorcyclist. He suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
On Woodside Avenue in Queens a sedan and a motorcycle collided when the driver of the sedan made a U-turn and the motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the sedan’s front. The motorcycle rider, a 62-year-old man, was recorded injured with crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the sedan. Vehicle records show center front-end damage to both the motorcycle and the sedan. The report lists no other contributing factors.
6
Pickup Fails to Yield, Scooter Rider Hurt▸Aug 6 - A driver in a pickup turned left on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. A 25-year-old man suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.'
The driver of a pickup truck made a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. The scooter was operated by a 25-year-old man who suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded the pickup's point of impact as the left front bumper and the scooter's point of impact as the center front end. The report lists driver failure to yield as the contributing factor; no other contributing factors were recorded.
5
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Rider on BQE▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan hit a moped rider on the BQE in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations. Police recorded improper lane use in the crash.
A driver in a sedan collided with a moped rider on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. The rider, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan had damage to the right-front quarter panel; the moped showed damage to the left front bumper. No other injuries were noted. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt on a highway built for cars.
4
Two Sedans and Parked Van Collide on Roosevelt▸Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 14 - Res 1024 urges Albany to pass A.5440. Cameras would ticket vehicle owners for illegal parking. Enforcement clears bike lanes, crosswalks and corners. It restores space and visibility for people walking and biking.
Res 1024-2025 (file: Res 1024-2025) is a Council sponsorship resolution referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and entered August 14, 2025. It "calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the New York State Governor to sign, A.5440, which imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York." Council Member Lincoln Restler sponsored the resolution. A.5440, sponsored in the State Assembly by Steven Raga, would authorize a six-year DOT camera pilot and shift fines to vehicle owners. City analysts say automated owner-liability enforcement will discourage illegal parking that blocks bike lanes, crosswalks, and corners, improving visibility and space for people walking and biking and aiding transit reliability.
- File Res 1024-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
13
Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
-
Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
-
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
10
Northbound Driver Hits Westbound Cyclist, Leg Fracture▸Aug 10 - A northbound driver struck a westbound 18-year-old cyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The rider suffered a lower-leg fracture and was conscious. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight struck a westbound 18-year-old bicyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The driver’s vehicle showed center front-end damage. The bicyclist was injured and listed as conscious with a fracture to the lower leg (knee/lower leg/foot). The crash report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor for the driver. The report records the bicyclist as unlicensed in the vehicle section and lists the rider’s complaint as fracture/distortion/dislocation. No other contributing factors are recorded in the police report.
8
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
"Critics, including Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla and Council Member Julie Won, argue the report is flawed and that daylighting is a proven, low-cost safety measure" -- Julie Won
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 7 - The driver of a sedan made a U-turn on Woodside Ave and hit a 62-year-old motorcyclist. He suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
On Woodside Avenue in Queens a sedan and a motorcycle collided when the driver of the sedan made a U-turn and the motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the sedan’s front. The motorcycle rider, a 62-year-old man, was recorded injured with crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the sedan. Vehicle records show center front-end damage to both the motorcycle and the sedan. The report lists no other contributing factors.
6
Pickup Fails to Yield, Scooter Rider Hurt▸Aug 6 - A driver in a pickup turned left on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. A 25-year-old man suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.'
The driver of a pickup truck made a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. The scooter was operated by a 25-year-old man who suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded the pickup's point of impact as the left front bumper and the scooter's point of impact as the center front end. The report lists driver failure to yield as the contributing factor; no other contributing factors were recorded.
5
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Rider on BQE▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan hit a moped rider on the BQE in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations. Police recorded improper lane use in the crash.
A driver in a sedan collided with a moped rider on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. The rider, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan had damage to the right-front quarter panel; the moped showed damage to the left front bumper. No other injuries were noted. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt on a highway built for cars.
4
Two Sedans and Parked Van Collide on Roosevelt▸Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
- Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
-
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
10
Northbound Driver Hits Westbound Cyclist, Leg Fracture▸Aug 10 - A northbound driver struck a westbound 18-year-old cyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The rider suffered a lower-leg fracture and was conscious. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight struck a westbound 18-year-old bicyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The driver’s vehicle showed center front-end damage. The bicyclist was injured and listed as conscious with a fracture to the lower leg (knee/lower leg/foot). The crash report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor for the driver. The report records the bicyclist as unlicensed in the vehicle section and lists the rider’s complaint as fracture/distortion/dislocation. No other contributing factors are recorded in the police report.
8
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
"Critics, including Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla and Council Member Julie Won, argue the report is flawed and that daylighting is a proven, low-cost safety measure" -- Julie Won
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 7 - The driver of a sedan made a U-turn on Woodside Ave and hit a 62-year-old motorcyclist. He suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
On Woodside Avenue in Queens a sedan and a motorcycle collided when the driver of the sedan made a U-turn and the motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the sedan’s front. The motorcycle rider, a 62-year-old man, was recorded injured with crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the sedan. Vehicle records show center front-end damage to both the motorcycle and the sedan. The report lists no other contributing factors.
6
Pickup Fails to Yield, Scooter Rider Hurt▸Aug 6 - A driver in a pickup turned left on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. A 25-year-old man suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.'
The driver of a pickup truck made a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. The scooter was operated by a 25-year-old man who suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded the pickup's point of impact as the left front bumper and the scooter's point of impact as the center front end. The report lists driver failure to yield as the contributing factor; no other contributing factors were recorded.
5
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Rider on BQE▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan hit a moped rider on the BQE in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations. Police recorded improper lane use in the crash.
A driver in a sedan collided with a moped rider on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. The rider, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan had damage to the right-front quarter panel; the moped showed damage to the left front bumper. No other injuries were noted. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt on a highway built for cars.
4
Two Sedans and Parked Van Collide on Roosevelt▸Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
- Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-12
10
Northbound Driver Hits Westbound Cyclist, Leg Fracture▸Aug 10 - A northbound driver struck a westbound 18-year-old cyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The rider suffered a lower-leg fracture and was conscious. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight struck a westbound 18-year-old bicyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The driver’s vehicle showed center front-end damage. The bicyclist was injured and listed as conscious with a fracture to the lower leg (knee/lower leg/foot). The crash report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor for the driver. The report records the bicyclist as unlicensed in the vehicle section and lists the rider’s complaint as fracture/distortion/dislocation. No other contributing factors are recorded in the police report.
8
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
"Critics, including Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla and Council Member Julie Won, argue the report is flawed and that daylighting is a proven, low-cost safety measure" -- Julie Won
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 7 - The driver of a sedan made a U-turn on Woodside Ave and hit a 62-year-old motorcyclist. He suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
On Woodside Avenue in Queens a sedan and a motorcycle collided when the driver of the sedan made a U-turn and the motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the sedan’s front. The motorcycle rider, a 62-year-old man, was recorded injured with crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the sedan. Vehicle records show center front-end damage to both the motorcycle and the sedan. The report lists no other contributing factors.
6
Pickup Fails to Yield, Scooter Rider Hurt▸Aug 6 - A driver in a pickup turned left on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. A 25-year-old man suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.'
The driver of a pickup truck made a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. The scooter was operated by a 25-year-old man who suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded the pickup's point of impact as the left front bumper and the scooter's point of impact as the center front end. The report lists driver failure to yield as the contributing factor; no other contributing factors were recorded.
5
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Rider on BQE▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan hit a moped rider on the BQE in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations. Police recorded improper lane use in the crash.
A driver in a sedan collided with a moped rider on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. The rider, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan had damage to the right-front quarter panel; the moped showed damage to the left front bumper. No other injuries were noted. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt on a highway built for cars.
4
Two Sedans and Parked Van Collide on Roosevelt▸Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 10 - A northbound driver struck a westbound 18-year-old cyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The rider suffered a lower-leg fracture and was conscious. Police cited Driver Inattention/Distraction.
According to the police report, a northbound driver going straight struck a westbound 18-year-old bicyclist at 51 Rd and 72 Pl in Queens. The driver’s vehicle showed center front-end damage. The bicyclist was injured and listed as conscious with a fracture to the lower leg (knee/lower leg/foot). The crash report cites Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor for the driver. The report records the bicyclist as unlicensed in the vehicle section and lists the rider’s complaint as fracture/distortion/dislocation. No other contributing factors are recorded in the police report.
8
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting Measure▸Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
"Critics, including Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla and Council Member Julie Won, argue the report is flawed and that daylighting is a proven, low-cost safety measure" -- Julie Won
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
-
We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 7 - The driver of a sedan made a U-turn on Woodside Ave and hit a 62-year-old motorcyclist. He suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
On Woodside Avenue in Queens a sedan and a motorcycle collided when the driver of the sedan made a U-turn and the motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the sedan’s front. The motorcycle rider, a 62-year-old man, was recorded injured with crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the sedan. Vehicle records show center front-end damage to both the motorcycle and the sedan. The report lists no other contributing factors.
6
Pickup Fails to Yield, Scooter Rider Hurt▸Aug 6 - A driver in a pickup turned left on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. A 25-year-old man suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.'
The driver of a pickup truck made a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. The scooter was operated by a 25-year-old man who suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded the pickup's point of impact as the left front bumper and the scooter's point of impact as the center front end. The report lists driver failure to yield as the contributing factor; no other contributing factors were recorded.
5
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Rider on BQE▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan hit a moped rider on the BQE in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations. Police recorded improper lane use in the crash.
A driver in a sedan collided with a moped rider on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. The rider, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan had damage to the right-front quarter panel; the moped showed damage to the left front bumper. No other injuries were noted. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt on a highway built for cars.
4
Two Sedans and Parked Van Collide on Roosevelt▸Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 8 - DOT leans on a costly report and pro-car politicians to stall universal daylighting. Corners stay parked. Visibility stays poor. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a proven, system‑wide safety measure while parking is put first.
"Critics, including Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla and Council Member Julie Won, argue the report is flawed and that daylighting is a proven, low-cost safety measure" -- Julie Won
Bill: universal daylighting (no bill number listed). Status: stalled amid DOT opposition despite broad Council support. Committee: not listed. Key date: August 8, 2025 (Streetsblog NYC report). Matter title quoted: "We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting 'Scare Tactic' Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols." DOT released a report claiming $3 billion in costs and 300,000 lost parking spots. Council Members Inna Vernikov, Bob Holden and Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella cited the report and opposed the measure. Council Member Julie Won and Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla called the report flawed; Won asked, "It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?" Safety analyst: DOT's opposition undermines a proven, system-wide safety measure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing parking over vulnerable road user safety and risking mode shift and equitable street access.
- We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-08
7
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Motorcycle Rider▸Aug 7 - The driver of a sedan made a U-turn on Woodside Ave and hit a 62-year-old motorcyclist. He suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
On Woodside Avenue in Queens a sedan and a motorcycle collided when the driver of the sedan made a U-turn and the motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the sedan’s front. The motorcycle rider, a 62-year-old man, was recorded injured with crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the sedan. Vehicle records show center front-end damage to both the motorcycle and the sedan. The report lists no other contributing factors.
6
Pickup Fails to Yield, Scooter Rider Hurt▸Aug 6 - A driver in a pickup turned left on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. A 25-year-old man suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.'
The driver of a pickup truck made a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. The scooter was operated by a 25-year-old man who suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded the pickup's point of impact as the left front bumper and the scooter's point of impact as the center front end. The report lists driver failure to yield as the contributing factor; no other contributing factors were recorded.
5
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Rider on BQE▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan hit a moped rider on the BQE in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations. Police recorded improper lane use in the crash.
A driver in a sedan collided with a moped rider on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. The rider, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan had damage to the right-front quarter panel; the moped showed damage to the left front bumper. No other injuries were noted. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt on a highway built for cars.
4
Two Sedans and Parked Van Collide on Roosevelt▸Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 7 - The driver of a sedan made a U-turn on Woodside Ave and hit a 62-year-old motorcyclist. He suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
On Woodside Avenue in Queens a sedan and a motorcycle collided when the driver of the sedan made a U-turn and the motorcycle, traveling straight, struck the sedan’s front. The motorcycle rider, a 62-year-old man, was recorded injured with crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." Police recorded failure to yield by the driver of the sedan. Vehicle records show center front-end damage to both the motorcycle and the sedan. The report lists no other contributing factors.
6
Pickup Fails to Yield, Scooter Rider Hurt▸Aug 6 - A driver in a pickup turned left on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. A 25-year-old man suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.'
The driver of a pickup truck made a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. The scooter was operated by a 25-year-old man who suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded the pickup's point of impact as the left front bumper and the scooter's point of impact as the center front end. The report lists driver failure to yield as the contributing factor; no other contributing factors were recorded.
5
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Rider on BQE▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan hit a moped rider on the BQE in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations. Police recorded improper lane use in the crash.
A driver in a sedan collided with a moped rider on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. The rider, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan had damage to the right-front quarter panel; the moped showed damage to the left front bumper. No other injuries were noted. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt on a highway built for cars.
4
Two Sedans and Parked Van Collide on Roosevelt▸Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 6 - A driver in a pickup turned left on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. A 25-year-old man suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious. Police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.'
The driver of a pickup truck made a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue and hit a standing scooter. The scooter was operated by a 25-year-old man who suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Police recorded the pickup's point of impact as the left front bumper and the scooter's point of impact as the center front end. The report lists driver failure to yield as the contributing factor; no other contributing factors were recorded.
5
Improper Lane Use Injures Moped Rider on BQE▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan hit a moped rider on the BQE in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations. Police recorded improper lane use in the crash.
A driver in a sedan collided with a moped rider on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. The rider, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan had damage to the right-front quarter panel; the moped showed damage to the left front bumper. No other injuries were noted. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt on a highway built for cars.
4
Two Sedans and Parked Van Collide on Roosevelt▸Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan hit a moped rider on the BQE in Queens. The rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations. Police recorded improper lane use in the crash.
A driver in a sedan collided with a moped rider on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. The rider, a 25-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan had damage to the right-front quarter panel; the moped showed damage to the left front bumper. No other injuries were noted. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt on a highway built for cars.
4
Two Sedans and Parked Van Collide on Roosevelt▸Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 4 - Two sedans struck a parked van on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St. Passengers, including a 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use.
Two sedans and a parked van collided on Roosevelt Ave at 69 St in Queens. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction,” “Passing or Lane Usage Improper,” and “Other Vehicular” were listed as contributing factors. A 4-year-old girl and a 35-year-old woman were injured as passengers. Police recorded back injuries and complaints of whiplash for both. Vehicle data shows the van was parked and the sedans were traveling straight. The report names driver error as the cause. The injured were passengers, not drivers. The police report supplies the listed contributing factors and the injury descriptions.
4
Gianaris Backs Mamdani and Safety‑Boosting Fix the MTA Act▸Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
-
Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
-
NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 4 - Gianaris backs Mamdani for mayor. Both pushed for subway funding and fare-free buses. Their alliance signals power in transit fights. No direct safety change yet for walkers or riders.
On August 4, 2025, State Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani for mayor. The two worked together on the 'Fix the MTA Act,' which invested in subways and piloted fare-free buses. Gianaris said Mamdani 'provides the energy and ideas' New Yorkers need. Mamdani thanked Gianaris for helping secure 'historic investments in subway and bus services.' This event, reported by City & State NY, shows political unity on transit. However, as no specific policy action or outcome is detailed, analysts find no direct safety impact for pedestrians or cyclists.
- Mike Gianaris backs Zohran Mamdani for mayor, City & State NY, Published 2025-08-04
3
Julie Won Backs Safety-Boosting Universal Daylighting at Intersections▸Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
-
NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-03
2
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
30
Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
30
Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
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Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 3 - Council weighs a 20-foot parking ban at crosswalks. Supporters say it saves lives. Critics warn of lost parking and risk. Streets stand at a crossroads.
""Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,"" -- Julie Won
Intro. 1138, now before the City Council as of August 3, 2025, targets cars parked within 20 feet of crosswalks. The transportation committee leads the review. The bill's summary: 'ban vehicles from parking within 20 feet of crosswalks to improve visibility and street safety.' Council Member Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the measure. Council Member Julie Won and advocates back it. DOT officials and some lawmakers oppose, citing cost and risk. The bill could cut 300,000 parking spots. Banning parking near intersections improves visibility for all road users, reducing collisions and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, even if it reduces parking.
- NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety, AMNY, Published 2025-08-03
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
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Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
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Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 2 - Two drivers collided at Queens Boulevard and 65 Place. A 23-year-old driver was hurt with arm and internal injuries. Police recorded driver inattention. Metal bent.
Two drivers crashed at 65 Place and Queens Boulevard in Queens at 14:47. The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of a westbound sedan collided while going straight. A 23-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and internal injuries. Other occupants, including a 61-year-old female driver and a 23-year-old male passenger, were listed with unspecified conditions. Damage notes show a left rear quarter panel hit on one car and a right front bumper hit on the other. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
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Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
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Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
- Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-01
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Left-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
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Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Jul 30 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Queens Blvd and 63rd Street and hit a 23-year-old cyclist going straight. The rider suffered a neck injury and a concussion. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a sedan making a left turn on Queens Boulevard at 63rd Street in Queens hit a 23-year-old cyclist who was traveling straight westbound at about 8:27 a.m. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning sedan and a cyclist proceeding straight, and police recorded "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. No injuries are listed for the sedan’s 48-year-old driver, and the sedan had no reported damage. The report lists no contributing factor for the cyclist.
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Won Calls Report Deeply Flawed Backs Safety‑Boosting Daylighting▸Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
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NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025,
City & State NY,
Published 2025-07-30
28
Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Jul 30 - Council moves to ban parking near corners. Sightlines clear. Crashes drop. Pedestrians and cyclists breathe easier. DOT doubts linger. Advocates press on. Streets could change fast.
"Won criticized the report as "deeply flawed" at a Transportation Committee hearing in April." -- Julie Won
On July 30, 2025, the NYC Council Progressive Caucus made a major push for Intro 1138, a bill to ban parking within 20 feet of intersections. The measure sits with the Transportation Committee. Council Member Julie Won introduced it after deadly crashes in her district. Eighteen caucus members back the bill, aiming to force a vote this year. The matter: 'eliminate parking within 20 feet of an intersection.' Council Member Sandy Nurse called daylighting 'a proven, effective way to make our streets safer.' DOT raised doubts about non-hardened daylighting, but safety analysts say restricting parking near intersections improves visibility, reduces collisions, and protects people on foot and bike.
- NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025, City & State NY, Published 2025-07-30
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Traffic Control Disregarded; Two Passengers Hurt▸Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.
Jul 28 - At Queens Blvd and 58th St, a sedan driver hit the left side of a pickup. Two passengers, women 82 and 17, suffered whiplash. Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Metal, glass, sirens.
A westbound sedan driver and a southbound pickup driver collided at Queens Blvd and 58 St in Queens. The driver of the sedan hit the pickup’s left side; impact was to the sedan’s front end and the pickup’s left doors. Two passengers were hurt: women, 82 and 17, with whiplash and shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factors were 'Other Vehicular' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Police recorded traffic control disregarded. Both drivers were going straight.