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 6
▸ Crush Injuries 10
▸ Severe Bleeding 2
▸ Severe Lacerations 1
▸ Concussion 2
▸ Whiplash 21
▸ Contusion/Bruise 28
▸ Abrasion 21
▸ Pain/Nausea 7
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in College Point
- 2024 Gray Honda Suburban (LPH4200) – 150 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2025 Black Porsche Utility Vehicle (QDI1S) – 113 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Gray Toyota Suburban (LCT3025) – 84 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 White Tesla Suburban (LAA5314) – 47 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2016 White Frueh Van (48732MK) – 33 times • 3 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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College Point’s numbers don’t lie: four dead, nearly 500 hurt
College Point: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 26, 2025
The street tells it plain. Since 2022, College Point logged 4 deaths and 495 injuries across 1,097 crashes. Eleven were serious. Most were car occupants. One cyclist. One pedestrian. The numbers are from the city’s own database.
Two of the dead were taken by the Whitestone Expressway. One died on College Point Boulevard. Another died on Linden Place.
Night hurts. Injuries jump after dark, with peaks at 8 p.m., 9 p.m., and 10 p.m., and deaths at 2 a.m. and 10 p.m., per the city data.
Where the pain concentrates
- Whitestone Expressway: 2 deaths, 104 injuries, 3 serious.
- College Point Boulevard: 1 death, 20 injuries.
The modes break down like this: pedestrians 1 death and 78 injuries; cyclists 1 death and 19 injuries; motor vehicle occupants 2 deaths and 378 injuries. Trucks and buses are present, but cars and SUVs dominate the harm.
Contributing factors skew vague. “Other” leads with 2 deaths and 135 injuries. Failure to yield shows in nine injuries. Red‑light running and unsafe backing show up, too. The pattern is familiar: people outside the car pay.
Names and dates
On Linden Place, a 58‑year‑old man was killed while not at an intersection. The crash list shows a 20‑year‑old driver injured in the same event (NYC Open Data, CrashID 4574337).
On College Point Boulevard at 30th Avenue, a 62‑year‑old bicyclist was killed at night (CrashID 4599746).
On the Whitestone Expressway at 2:16 a.m., two drivers died in a head‑on involving two SUVs (CrashID 4656580).
Repeat the dates. Hear the hours. The street kept moving.
The clock that doesn’t stop
In the last 12 months, this area saw 381 crashes. One hundred eighty‑nine people were hurt. Three were seriously hurt. This year to date, crashes are up 46% over last year’s pace, injuries up 89%, serious injuries up three‑fold, according to the city rollups.
The hot hours come late. Injuries swell from evening into night: 7 p.m. through 10 p.m. Deaths hit at 2 a.m. and 10 p.m. These are not anomalies. They’re grooves worn into the map.
What could be fixed here, now
- Daylight the corners on College Point Boulevard. Give people room to be seen. Harden the turns. Add leading pedestrian intervals and raised crossings at the worst junctions.
- On Whitestone Expressway access roads, slow the entries and exits. Physical narrowing. Tight radii. Median refuge where people cross service lanes.
- Target the repeat hotspots at night. Visibility. Speed checks where the data says people get hurt.
Power sits with City Hall and Albany
The city can drop speeds. Albany handed it the tool. Lowering default speeds saves lives. Our own site lays out why and how to act. The state can also choke off the worst repeat speeders. The Senate has moved a bill to require intelligent speed assistance after repeat violations; Senator Toby Stavisky voted yes in committee on S4045.
Queens leaders are pulling in different directions. Council Member Vickie Paladino sponsored a bill to strip the Streets Master Plan’s protected bike and bus lane quotas, erasing clear targets that move people safely. The same council member praised an open school street in 2024 when DOT expanded car‑free space near PS 129 (Streetsblog).
The victims here don’t need speeches. They need slower streets and fewer repeat offenders. The record is public. The trend is up.
Accountability in plain sight
- “Joseph Lee terrorized other drivers as he purposefully drove the wrong way on a busy Queens highway,” Queens DA Melinda Katz said after a wrong‑way case on the Clearview; he admitted he entered “in the wrong direction because I wanted to hurt people” (amNY).
- “The operator of the vehicle fled the scene,” police said after a pedestrian was killed near JFK. “No arrests have been made” (ABC7; Gothamist; Daily News).
These are not far‑off tales. They are our roads. Our hours.
The line we draw
- Lower speeds citywide. Use the law you have.
- Stop the worst repeat speeders with limiters. The Senate bill is on the table. Stavisky voted yes in committee (S4045).
Start here. Start now.
Take one step today. Tell City Hall to slow the streets and back state action against repeat speeders. Go to Take Action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- S4045 - Intelligent speed assistance for repeat violators, New York State Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- Int 1362-2025 - Removes bus/bike lane quotas from Streets Master Plan, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
- More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-08-29
- Wrong-way driver rams cars on expressway, amNY, Published 2025-08-15
- Pedestrian Killed In JFK Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-08-13
- Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-13
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
Other Representatives
District 27
159-06 71st Ave., Flushing, NY 11365
Room 818, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 19
250 Broadway, Suite 1551, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7250
District 11
134-01 20th Avenue 2nd Floor, College Point, NY 11356
Room 913, Legislative Office Building 188 State St., Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
College Point College Point sits in Queens, Precinct 109, District 19, AD 27, SD 11, Queens CB7.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for College Point
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Queens bus network redesign faces 1st weekday commute▸
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Queens bus network redesign faces 1st weekday commute,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-09-02
22
SUVs slam parked car on 121st Street▸Aug 22 - Two SUVs hit. A parked sedan takes the blow. A woman driver suffers crush injuries to her arm. Northbound on 121st Street at 20th Avenue in Queens. Steel meets steel. The street absorbs it. People pay.
Two SUVs traveling north on 121st Street at 20th Avenue in Queens struck a parked sedan. One female driver, 33, sustained crush injuries to her arm. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the parked vehicle was impacted at the center back end, while the SUVs showed front-end damage. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified.” Driver errors were not detailed in the data, but moving vehicles striking a parked car show impact from drivers in motion. No factors related to the injured woman’s equipment or signaling were recorded.
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino Backs Misguided Removal of Protected Lane Definitions and Benchmarks▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips ‘protected’ bus and bicycle lane definitions and drops lane quotas from the Streets Master Plan. It tears out accountability. Transit priority and safe cycling face rollback. Pedestrians and riders lose clear targets.
"The definitions of protected bicycle lane and protected bus lane as set forth in subdivision a of section 19-199.1 of the administrative code of the city of New York are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025 was introduced and sponsored by Council Member Vickie Paladino on August 14, 2025, and is in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Paladino is the sponsor. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. Safety analysts say eliminating these definitions and quotas weakens commitments to high‑quality, traffic‑calming, mode‑shift infrastructure and is likely to reduce cycling uptake and bus priority, undermining safety‑in‑numbers and street equity. Status: in committee; no vote yet.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino Backs Misguided Repeal of Bus and Bike Benchmarks▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips protected bus and bike lane definitions and benchmarks. It removes firm targets and accountability. Safety analysts warn this will likely slow mode shift and increase crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians.
"The definitions of protected bicycle lane and protected bus lane ... are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025, introduced August 14, 2025, was sent to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and reached the Council vote stage. The matter is described as "removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan." Council Member Vickie Paladino pushed the change and backed removal of the definitions and quotas. The Council vote failed at the full body stage. Safety analysts note the bill "eliminates clear targets and accountability for building a connected, low-stress network and bus priority," and warn it will likely slow mode shift and raise crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians despite retention of other upgrades.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino Backs Misguided Repeal of Protected Lane Definitions▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips protected bus and bicycle lane definitions and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. It rips out clear targets. Cyclists and pedestrians lose accountability as exposure and crash risk rise.
"The definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" ... are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025 was introduced on August 14, 2025 and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is described as "removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions." Sponsored and advanced by Council Member Vickie Paladino, the bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" in Admin Code §19-199.1 and strips lane quotas from the master plan. Removing definitions and benchmarks eliminates clear targets and accountability for building a connected, low-stress network and bus priority. That likely slows mode shift and safety-in-numbers gains, increasing crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians despite other upgrades.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill removing bike and bus benchmarks, increasing crash risk.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips ‘protected’ bus and bicycle lane definitions and drops lane quotas from the Streets Master Plan. It tears out accountability. Transit priority and safe cycling face rollback. Pedestrians and riders lose clear targets.
Int 1362-2025 was introduced and sponsored by Council Member Vickie Paladino on August 14, 2025, and is in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Paladino is the sponsor. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. Safety analysts say eliminating these definitions and quotas weakens commitments to high‑quality, traffic‑calming, mode‑shift infrastructure and is likely to reduce cycling uptake and bus priority, undermining safety‑in‑numbers and street equity. Status: in committee; no vote yet.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill removing bus and bike benchmarks from streets master plan.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 repeals the definitions of “protected bicycle lane” and “protected bus lane” and strips explicit benchmarks for protected lanes from the streets master plan. It preserves signal and pedestrian targets but weakens commitments to physical protection, threatening safety and equity.
Bill Int 1362-2025. Status: Sponsorship, introduced Aug 14, 2025. Referred to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The measure, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto," repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes related benchmarks in the master plan (master plan dates referenced include Dec. 1, 2021 and Dec. 1, 2026). Primary sponsor: Robert F. Holden. Co-sponsors: Inna Vernikov, Joann Ariola, Chris Banks, Vickie Paladino. Safety analysts warn: "Removing explicit benchmarks and definitions for protected bus and bicycle lanes weakens commitments to physically protected infrastructure... likely reducing mode shift to walking and cycling and worsening equity and safety-in-numbers; the retained measures focus on signals and pedestrian amenities but do not replace the protective effect of designated protected lanes."
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 strips definitions for protected bus and bike lanes and removes benchmarks from the streets master plan. It guts measurable targets. Safe space for pedestrians and cyclists is at risk. The city could slow needed separated infrastructure.
Bill: Int. No. 1362 (Int 1362-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Event date: 2025-08-14. The matter reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Joann Ariola and Vickie Paladino are co-sponsors. The draft repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes explicit benchmarks tied to transit signal priority, bus stop upgrades, accessible pedestrian signals and intersection redesigns. Removing those benchmarks weakens commitments to high‑quality separated infrastructure and measurable mode‑shift targets, likely slowing deployment of safe space for pedestrians and cyclists and undermining equitable street redesigns.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int. No. 1362 strips city definitions and benchmarks for protected bicycle lanes and protected bus lanes. It removes targets and accountability. The change will slow deployment of separated bike and bus infrastructure and erode safety and equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Int. No. 1362 (filed Aug. 14, 2025; stage: SPONSORSHIP) was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Co-sponsors are Vickie Paladino, Joann Ariola, and Inna Vernikov. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes benchmark requirements from the streets master plan. Safety analysts note that removing explicit benchmarks and definitions weakens accountability for building separated cycling and bus infrastructure, likely decreasing street equity and safety-in-numbers for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
9
Truck Driver Turns, Hits Cyclist on 14 Avenue▸Aug 9 - A truck driver turned right on 14 Avenue and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider took a head blow and stayed conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a tractor truck turned right at 14 Avenue and WHITESTONE EXPRESSWAY NB ET 16 in Queens and hit a 34-year-old cyclist traveling straight west. The crash occurred at 1:41 a.m. The cyclist suffered a head injury, reported as a contusion, and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. The driver traveled north and made a right turn; the cyclist moved west, straight ahead. The driver was licensed in Florida, and the truck carried Maryland registration. The truck had no reported damage. The bike showed impact at the front. No other serious injuries were recorded.
8
Paladino Backs Safety‑Boosting Flood Signage for Unfamiliar Drivers▸Aug 8 - Flash floods swamped Cross Island Parkway. Leaders demanded flood signage and storm fixes. Signs may warn drivers but do little for pedestrians and cyclists. Only real infrastructure will cut the risks they face.
Action: infrastructure request (no bill number). Status: public call on August 8, 2025; not advanced to committee or vote. The matter was described as a "call for flood-related street signage and storm mitigation efforts." Queens Borough President Donovan J. Richards called signage a "small step" and "low-hanging fruit." Council Member Vickie Paladino urged signs to warn drivers unfamiliar with the area. State Sen. John Liu pressed city, state and federal agencies and criticized federal funding cuts. Safety analyst note: "Flood warning signage may help alert motorists but does little to address the underlying risks to pedestrians and cyclists... only comprehensive infrastructure improvements would yield significant safety benefits for vulnerable road users."
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Queens leaders call for flood signage and infrastructure in Bay Terrace,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
5
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens▸Aug 5 - Police car struck at Beach 35th and Rockaway. Three hurt. Sirens cut through Edgemere. Cause unknown. Streets stained. Investigation begins.
CBS New York reported on August 5, 2025, that an NYPD cruiser crashed at Beach 35th Street and Rockaway Freeway in Edgemere, Queens. Three people were injured. The article states, 'Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash.' No details on driver actions or contributing factors were released. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the need for thorough investigation when emergency vehicles are involved.
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NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Driver Falls Asleep, Strikes Parked Car▸Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
- Queens bus network redesign faces 1st weekday commute, CBS New York, Published 2025-09-02
22
SUVs slam parked car on 121st Street▸Aug 22 - Two SUVs hit. A parked sedan takes the blow. A woman driver suffers crush injuries to her arm. Northbound on 121st Street at 20th Avenue in Queens. Steel meets steel. The street absorbs it. People pay.
Two SUVs traveling north on 121st Street at 20th Avenue in Queens struck a parked sedan. One female driver, 33, sustained crush injuries to her arm. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the parked vehicle was impacted at the center back end, while the SUVs showed front-end damage. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified.” Driver errors were not detailed in the data, but moving vehicles striking a parked car show impact from drivers in motion. No factors related to the injured woman’s equipment or signaling were recorded.
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino Backs Misguided Removal of Protected Lane Definitions and Benchmarks▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips ‘protected’ bus and bicycle lane definitions and drops lane quotas from the Streets Master Plan. It tears out accountability. Transit priority and safe cycling face rollback. Pedestrians and riders lose clear targets.
"The definitions of protected bicycle lane and protected bus lane as set forth in subdivision a of section 19-199.1 of the administrative code of the city of New York are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025 was introduced and sponsored by Council Member Vickie Paladino on August 14, 2025, and is in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Paladino is the sponsor. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. Safety analysts say eliminating these definitions and quotas weakens commitments to high‑quality, traffic‑calming, mode‑shift infrastructure and is likely to reduce cycling uptake and bus priority, undermining safety‑in‑numbers and street equity. Status: in committee; no vote yet.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino Backs Misguided Repeal of Bus and Bike Benchmarks▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips protected bus and bike lane definitions and benchmarks. It removes firm targets and accountability. Safety analysts warn this will likely slow mode shift and increase crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians.
"The definitions of protected bicycle lane and protected bus lane ... are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025, introduced August 14, 2025, was sent to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and reached the Council vote stage. The matter is described as "removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan." Council Member Vickie Paladino pushed the change and backed removal of the definitions and quotas. The Council vote failed at the full body stage. Safety analysts note the bill "eliminates clear targets and accountability for building a connected, low-stress network and bus priority," and warn it will likely slow mode shift and raise crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians despite retention of other upgrades.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino Backs Misguided Repeal of Protected Lane Definitions▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips protected bus and bicycle lane definitions and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. It rips out clear targets. Cyclists and pedestrians lose accountability as exposure and crash risk rise.
"The definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" ... are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025 was introduced on August 14, 2025 and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is described as "removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions." Sponsored and advanced by Council Member Vickie Paladino, the bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" in Admin Code §19-199.1 and strips lane quotas from the master plan. Removing definitions and benchmarks eliminates clear targets and accountability for building a connected, low-stress network and bus priority. That likely slows mode shift and safety-in-numbers gains, increasing crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians despite other upgrades.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill removing bike and bus benchmarks, increasing crash risk.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips ‘protected’ bus and bicycle lane definitions and drops lane quotas from the Streets Master Plan. It tears out accountability. Transit priority and safe cycling face rollback. Pedestrians and riders lose clear targets.
Int 1362-2025 was introduced and sponsored by Council Member Vickie Paladino on August 14, 2025, and is in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Paladino is the sponsor. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. Safety analysts say eliminating these definitions and quotas weakens commitments to high‑quality, traffic‑calming, mode‑shift infrastructure and is likely to reduce cycling uptake and bus priority, undermining safety‑in‑numbers and street equity. Status: in committee; no vote yet.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill removing bus and bike benchmarks from streets master plan.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 repeals the definitions of “protected bicycle lane” and “protected bus lane” and strips explicit benchmarks for protected lanes from the streets master plan. It preserves signal and pedestrian targets but weakens commitments to physical protection, threatening safety and equity.
Bill Int 1362-2025. Status: Sponsorship, introduced Aug 14, 2025. Referred to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The measure, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto," repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes related benchmarks in the master plan (master plan dates referenced include Dec. 1, 2021 and Dec. 1, 2026). Primary sponsor: Robert F. Holden. Co-sponsors: Inna Vernikov, Joann Ariola, Chris Banks, Vickie Paladino. Safety analysts warn: "Removing explicit benchmarks and definitions for protected bus and bicycle lanes weakens commitments to physically protected infrastructure... likely reducing mode shift to walking and cycling and worsening equity and safety-in-numbers; the retained measures focus on signals and pedestrian amenities but do not replace the protective effect of designated protected lanes."
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 strips definitions for protected bus and bike lanes and removes benchmarks from the streets master plan. It guts measurable targets. Safe space for pedestrians and cyclists is at risk. The city could slow needed separated infrastructure.
Bill: Int. No. 1362 (Int 1362-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Event date: 2025-08-14. The matter reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Joann Ariola and Vickie Paladino are co-sponsors. The draft repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes explicit benchmarks tied to transit signal priority, bus stop upgrades, accessible pedestrian signals and intersection redesigns. Removing those benchmarks weakens commitments to high‑quality separated infrastructure and measurable mode‑shift targets, likely slowing deployment of safe space for pedestrians and cyclists and undermining equitable street redesigns.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int. No. 1362 strips city definitions and benchmarks for protected bicycle lanes and protected bus lanes. It removes targets and accountability. The change will slow deployment of separated bike and bus infrastructure and erode safety and equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Int. No. 1362 (filed Aug. 14, 2025; stage: SPONSORSHIP) was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Co-sponsors are Vickie Paladino, Joann Ariola, and Inna Vernikov. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes benchmark requirements from the streets master plan. Safety analysts note that removing explicit benchmarks and definitions weakens accountability for building separated cycling and bus infrastructure, likely decreasing street equity and safety-in-numbers for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
9
Truck Driver Turns, Hits Cyclist on 14 Avenue▸Aug 9 - A truck driver turned right on 14 Avenue and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider took a head blow and stayed conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a tractor truck turned right at 14 Avenue and WHITESTONE EXPRESSWAY NB ET 16 in Queens and hit a 34-year-old cyclist traveling straight west. The crash occurred at 1:41 a.m. The cyclist suffered a head injury, reported as a contusion, and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. The driver traveled north and made a right turn; the cyclist moved west, straight ahead. The driver was licensed in Florida, and the truck carried Maryland registration. The truck had no reported damage. The bike showed impact at the front. No other serious injuries were recorded.
8
Paladino Backs Safety‑Boosting Flood Signage for Unfamiliar Drivers▸Aug 8 - Flash floods swamped Cross Island Parkway. Leaders demanded flood signage and storm fixes. Signs may warn drivers but do little for pedestrians and cyclists. Only real infrastructure will cut the risks they face.
Action: infrastructure request (no bill number). Status: public call on August 8, 2025; not advanced to committee or vote. The matter was described as a "call for flood-related street signage and storm mitigation efforts." Queens Borough President Donovan J. Richards called signage a "small step" and "low-hanging fruit." Council Member Vickie Paladino urged signs to warn drivers unfamiliar with the area. State Sen. John Liu pressed city, state and federal agencies and criticized federal funding cuts. Safety analyst note: "Flood warning signage may help alert motorists but does little to address the underlying risks to pedestrians and cyclists... only comprehensive infrastructure improvements would yield significant safety benefits for vulnerable road users."
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Queens leaders call for flood signage and infrastructure in Bay Terrace,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
5
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens▸Aug 5 - Police car struck at Beach 35th and Rockaway. Three hurt. Sirens cut through Edgemere. Cause unknown. Streets stained. Investigation begins.
CBS New York reported on August 5, 2025, that an NYPD cruiser crashed at Beach 35th Street and Rockaway Freeway in Edgemere, Queens. Three people were injured. The article states, 'Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash.' No details on driver actions or contributing factors were released. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the need for thorough investigation when emergency vehicles are involved.
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NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Driver Falls Asleep, Strikes Parked Car▸Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Aug 22 - Two SUVs hit. A parked sedan takes the blow. A woman driver suffers crush injuries to her arm. Northbound on 121st Street at 20th Avenue in Queens. Steel meets steel. The street absorbs it. People pay.
Two SUVs traveling north on 121st Street at 20th Avenue in Queens struck a parked sedan. One female driver, 33, sustained crush injuries to her arm. Others were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the parked vehicle was impacted at the center back end, while the SUVs showed front-end damage. The report lists contributing factors as “Unspecified.” Driver errors were not detailed in the data, but moving vehicles striking a parked car show impact from drivers in motion. No factors related to the injured woman’s equipment or signaling were recorded.
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino Backs Misguided Removal of Protected Lane Definitions and Benchmarks▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips ‘protected’ bus and bicycle lane definitions and drops lane quotas from the Streets Master Plan. It tears out accountability. Transit priority and safe cycling face rollback. Pedestrians and riders lose clear targets.
"The definitions of protected bicycle lane and protected bus lane as set forth in subdivision a of section 19-199.1 of the administrative code of the city of New York are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025 was introduced and sponsored by Council Member Vickie Paladino on August 14, 2025, and is in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Paladino is the sponsor. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. Safety analysts say eliminating these definitions and quotas weakens commitments to high‑quality, traffic‑calming, mode‑shift infrastructure and is likely to reduce cycling uptake and bus priority, undermining safety‑in‑numbers and street equity. Status: in committee; no vote yet.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino Backs Misguided Repeal of Bus and Bike Benchmarks▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips protected bus and bike lane definitions and benchmarks. It removes firm targets and accountability. Safety analysts warn this will likely slow mode shift and increase crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians.
"The definitions of protected bicycle lane and protected bus lane ... are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025, introduced August 14, 2025, was sent to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and reached the Council vote stage. The matter is described as "removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan." Council Member Vickie Paladino pushed the change and backed removal of the definitions and quotas. The Council vote failed at the full body stage. Safety analysts note the bill "eliminates clear targets and accountability for building a connected, low-stress network and bus priority," and warn it will likely slow mode shift and raise crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians despite retention of other upgrades.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino Backs Misguided Repeal of Protected Lane Definitions▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips protected bus and bicycle lane definitions and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. It rips out clear targets. Cyclists and pedestrians lose accountability as exposure and crash risk rise.
"The definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" ... are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025 was introduced on August 14, 2025 and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is described as "removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions." Sponsored and advanced by Council Member Vickie Paladino, the bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" in Admin Code §19-199.1 and strips lane quotas from the master plan. Removing definitions and benchmarks eliminates clear targets and accountability for building a connected, low-stress network and bus priority. That likely slows mode shift and safety-in-numbers gains, increasing crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians despite other upgrades.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill removing bike and bus benchmarks, increasing crash risk.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips ‘protected’ bus and bicycle lane definitions and drops lane quotas from the Streets Master Plan. It tears out accountability. Transit priority and safe cycling face rollback. Pedestrians and riders lose clear targets.
Int 1362-2025 was introduced and sponsored by Council Member Vickie Paladino on August 14, 2025, and is in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Paladino is the sponsor. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. Safety analysts say eliminating these definitions and quotas weakens commitments to high‑quality, traffic‑calming, mode‑shift infrastructure and is likely to reduce cycling uptake and bus priority, undermining safety‑in‑numbers and street equity. Status: in committee; no vote yet.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill removing bus and bike benchmarks from streets master plan.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 repeals the definitions of “protected bicycle lane” and “protected bus lane” and strips explicit benchmarks for protected lanes from the streets master plan. It preserves signal and pedestrian targets but weakens commitments to physical protection, threatening safety and equity.
Bill Int 1362-2025. Status: Sponsorship, introduced Aug 14, 2025. Referred to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The measure, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto," repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes related benchmarks in the master plan (master plan dates referenced include Dec. 1, 2021 and Dec. 1, 2026). Primary sponsor: Robert F. Holden. Co-sponsors: Inna Vernikov, Joann Ariola, Chris Banks, Vickie Paladino. Safety analysts warn: "Removing explicit benchmarks and definitions for protected bus and bicycle lanes weakens commitments to physically protected infrastructure... likely reducing mode shift to walking and cycling and worsening equity and safety-in-numbers; the retained measures focus on signals and pedestrian amenities but do not replace the protective effect of designated protected lanes."
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 strips definitions for protected bus and bike lanes and removes benchmarks from the streets master plan. It guts measurable targets. Safe space for pedestrians and cyclists is at risk. The city could slow needed separated infrastructure.
Bill: Int. No. 1362 (Int 1362-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Event date: 2025-08-14. The matter reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Joann Ariola and Vickie Paladino are co-sponsors. The draft repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes explicit benchmarks tied to transit signal priority, bus stop upgrades, accessible pedestrian signals and intersection redesigns. Removing those benchmarks weakens commitments to high‑quality separated infrastructure and measurable mode‑shift targets, likely slowing deployment of safe space for pedestrians and cyclists and undermining equitable street redesigns.
-
File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int. No. 1362 strips city definitions and benchmarks for protected bicycle lanes and protected bus lanes. It removes targets and accountability. The change will slow deployment of separated bike and bus infrastructure and erode safety and equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Int. No. 1362 (filed Aug. 14, 2025; stage: SPONSORSHIP) was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Co-sponsors are Vickie Paladino, Joann Ariola, and Inna Vernikov. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes benchmark requirements from the streets master plan. Safety analysts note that removing explicit benchmarks and definitions weakens accountability for building separated cycling and bus infrastructure, likely decreasing street equity and safety-in-numbers for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
9
Truck Driver Turns, Hits Cyclist on 14 Avenue▸Aug 9 - A truck driver turned right on 14 Avenue and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider took a head blow and stayed conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a tractor truck turned right at 14 Avenue and WHITESTONE EXPRESSWAY NB ET 16 in Queens and hit a 34-year-old cyclist traveling straight west. The crash occurred at 1:41 a.m. The cyclist suffered a head injury, reported as a contusion, and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. The driver traveled north and made a right turn; the cyclist moved west, straight ahead. The driver was licensed in Florida, and the truck carried Maryland registration. The truck had no reported damage. The bike showed impact at the front. No other serious injuries were recorded.
8
Paladino Backs Safety‑Boosting Flood Signage for Unfamiliar Drivers▸Aug 8 - Flash floods swamped Cross Island Parkway. Leaders demanded flood signage and storm fixes. Signs may warn drivers but do little for pedestrians and cyclists. Only real infrastructure will cut the risks they face.
Action: infrastructure request (no bill number). Status: public call on August 8, 2025; not advanced to committee or vote. The matter was described as a "call for flood-related street signage and storm mitigation efforts." Queens Borough President Donovan J. Richards called signage a "small step" and "low-hanging fruit." Council Member Vickie Paladino urged signs to warn drivers unfamiliar with the area. State Sen. John Liu pressed city, state and federal agencies and criticized federal funding cuts. Safety analyst note: "Flood warning signage may help alert motorists but does little to address the underlying risks to pedestrians and cyclists... only comprehensive infrastructure improvements would yield significant safety benefits for vulnerable road users."
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Queens leaders call for flood signage and infrastructure in Bay Terrace,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
5
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens▸Aug 5 - Police car struck at Beach 35th and Rockaway. Three hurt. Sirens cut through Edgemere. Cause unknown. Streets stained. Investigation begins.
CBS New York reported on August 5, 2025, that an NYPD cruiser crashed at Beach 35th Street and Rockaway Freeway in Edgemere, Queens. Three people were injured. The article states, 'Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash.' No details on driver actions or contributing factors were released. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the need for thorough investigation when emergency vehicles are involved.
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NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Driver Falls Asleep, Strikes Parked Car▸Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips ‘protected’ bus and bicycle lane definitions and drops lane quotas from the Streets Master Plan. It tears out accountability. Transit priority and safe cycling face rollback. Pedestrians and riders lose clear targets.
"The definitions of protected bicycle lane and protected bus lane as set forth in subdivision a of section 19-199.1 of the administrative code of the city of New York are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025 was introduced and sponsored by Council Member Vickie Paladino on August 14, 2025, and is in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Paladino is the sponsor. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. Safety analysts say eliminating these definitions and quotas weakens commitments to high‑quality, traffic‑calming, mode‑shift infrastructure and is likely to reduce cycling uptake and bus priority, undermining safety‑in‑numbers and street equity. Status: in committee; no vote yet.
- File Int 1362-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino Backs Misguided Repeal of Bus and Bike Benchmarks▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips protected bus and bike lane definitions and benchmarks. It removes firm targets and accountability. Safety analysts warn this will likely slow mode shift and increase crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians.
"The definitions of protected bicycle lane and protected bus lane ... are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025, introduced August 14, 2025, was sent to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and reached the Council vote stage. The matter is described as "removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan." Council Member Vickie Paladino pushed the change and backed removal of the definitions and quotas. The Council vote failed at the full body stage. Safety analysts note the bill "eliminates clear targets and accountability for building a connected, low-stress network and bus priority," and warn it will likely slow mode shift and raise crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians despite retention of other upgrades.
-
File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino Backs Misguided Repeal of Protected Lane Definitions▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips protected bus and bicycle lane definitions and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. It rips out clear targets. Cyclists and pedestrians lose accountability as exposure and crash risk rise.
"The definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" ... are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025 was introduced on August 14, 2025 and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is described as "removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions." Sponsored and advanced by Council Member Vickie Paladino, the bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" in Admin Code §19-199.1 and strips lane quotas from the master plan. Removing definitions and benchmarks eliminates clear targets and accountability for building a connected, low-stress network and bus priority. That likely slows mode shift and safety-in-numbers gains, increasing crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians despite other upgrades.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill removing bike and bus benchmarks, increasing crash risk.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips ‘protected’ bus and bicycle lane definitions and drops lane quotas from the Streets Master Plan. It tears out accountability. Transit priority and safe cycling face rollback. Pedestrians and riders lose clear targets.
Int 1362-2025 was introduced and sponsored by Council Member Vickie Paladino on August 14, 2025, and is in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Paladino is the sponsor. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. Safety analysts say eliminating these definitions and quotas weakens commitments to high‑quality, traffic‑calming, mode‑shift infrastructure and is likely to reduce cycling uptake and bus priority, undermining safety‑in‑numbers and street equity. Status: in committee; no vote yet.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill removing bus and bike benchmarks from streets master plan.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 repeals the definitions of “protected bicycle lane” and “protected bus lane” and strips explicit benchmarks for protected lanes from the streets master plan. It preserves signal and pedestrian targets but weakens commitments to physical protection, threatening safety and equity.
Bill Int 1362-2025. Status: Sponsorship, introduced Aug 14, 2025. Referred to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The measure, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto," repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes related benchmarks in the master plan (master plan dates referenced include Dec. 1, 2021 and Dec. 1, 2026). Primary sponsor: Robert F. Holden. Co-sponsors: Inna Vernikov, Joann Ariola, Chris Banks, Vickie Paladino. Safety analysts warn: "Removing explicit benchmarks and definitions for protected bus and bicycle lanes weakens commitments to physically protected infrastructure... likely reducing mode shift to walking and cycling and worsening equity and safety-in-numbers; the retained measures focus on signals and pedestrian amenities but do not replace the protective effect of designated protected lanes."
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 strips definitions for protected bus and bike lanes and removes benchmarks from the streets master plan. It guts measurable targets. Safe space for pedestrians and cyclists is at risk. The city could slow needed separated infrastructure.
Bill: Int. No. 1362 (Int 1362-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Event date: 2025-08-14. The matter reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Joann Ariola and Vickie Paladino are co-sponsors. The draft repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes explicit benchmarks tied to transit signal priority, bus stop upgrades, accessible pedestrian signals and intersection redesigns. Removing those benchmarks weakens commitments to high‑quality separated infrastructure and measurable mode‑shift targets, likely slowing deployment of safe space for pedestrians and cyclists and undermining equitable street redesigns.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int. No. 1362 strips city definitions and benchmarks for protected bicycle lanes and protected bus lanes. It removes targets and accountability. The change will slow deployment of separated bike and bus infrastructure and erode safety and equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Int. No. 1362 (filed Aug. 14, 2025; stage: SPONSORSHIP) was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Co-sponsors are Vickie Paladino, Joann Ariola, and Inna Vernikov. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes benchmark requirements from the streets master plan. Safety analysts note that removing explicit benchmarks and definitions weakens accountability for building separated cycling and bus infrastructure, likely decreasing street equity and safety-in-numbers for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
9
Truck Driver Turns, Hits Cyclist on 14 Avenue▸Aug 9 - A truck driver turned right on 14 Avenue and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider took a head blow and stayed conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a tractor truck turned right at 14 Avenue and WHITESTONE EXPRESSWAY NB ET 16 in Queens and hit a 34-year-old cyclist traveling straight west. The crash occurred at 1:41 a.m. The cyclist suffered a head injury, reported as a contusion, and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. The driver traveled north and made a right turn; the cyclist moved west, straight ahead. The driver was licensed in Florida, and the truck carried Maryland registration. The truck had no reported damage. The bike showed impact at the front. No other serious injuries were recorded.
8
Paladino Backs Safety‑Boosting Flood Signage for Unfamiliar Drivers▸Aug 8 - Flash floods swamped Cross Island Parkway. Leaders demanded flood signage and storm fixes. Signs may warn drivers but do little for pedestrians and cyclists. Only real infrastructure will cut the risks they face.
Action: infrastructure request (no bill number). Status: public call on August 8, 2025; not advanced to committee or vote. The matter was described as a "call for flood-related street signage and storm mitigation efforts." Queens Borough President Donovan J. Richards called signage a "small step" and "low-hanging fruit." Council Member Vickie Paladino urged signs to warn drivers unfamiliar with the area. State Sen. John Liu pressed city, state and federal agencies and criticized federal funding cuts. Safety analyst note: "Flood warning signage may help alert motorists but does little to address the underlying risks to pedestrians and cyclists... only comprehensive infrastructure improvements would yield significant safety benefits for vulnerable road users."
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Queens leaders call for flood signage and infrastructure in Bay Terrace,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
5
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens▸Aug 5 - Police car struck at Beach 35th and Rockaway. Three hurt. Sirens cut through Edgemere. Cause unknown. Streets stained. Investigation begins.
CBS New York reported on August 5, 2025, that an NYPD cruiser crashed at Beach 35th Street and Rockaway Freeway in Edgemere, Queens. Three people were injured. The article states, 'Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash.' No details on driver actions or contributing factors were released. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the need for thorough investigation when emergency vehicles are involved.
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NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Driver Falls Asleep, Strikes Parked Car▸Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips protected bus and bike lane definitions and benchmarks. It removes firm targets and accountability. Safety analysts warn this will likely slow mode shift and increase crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians.
"The definitions of protected bicycle lane and protected bus lane ... are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025, introduced August 14, 2025, was sent to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and reached the Council vote stage. The matter is described as "removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan." Council Member Vickie Paladino pushed the change and backed removal of the definitions and quotas. The Council vote failed at the full body stage. Safety analysts note the bill "eliminates clear targets and accountability for building a connected, low-stress network and bus priority," and warn it will likely slow mode shift and raise crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians despite retention of other upgrades.
- File Int 1362-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino Backs Misguided Repeal of Protected Lane Definitions▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips protected bus and bicycle lane definitions and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. It rips out clear targets. Cyclists and pedestrians lose accountability as exposure and crash risk rise.
"The definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" ... are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025 was introduced on August 14, 2025 and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is described as "removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions." Sponsored and advanced by Council Member Vickie Paladino, the bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" in Admin Code §19-199.1 and strips lane quotas from the master plan. Removing definitions and benchmarks eliminates clear targets and accountability for building a connected, low-stress network and bus priority. That likely slows mode shift and safety-in-numbers gains, increasing crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians despite other upgrades.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill removing bike and bus benchmarks, increasing crash risk.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips ‘protected’ bus and bicycle lane definitions and drops lane quotas from the Streets Master Plan. It tears out accountability. Transit priority and safe cycling face rollback. Pedestrians and riders lose clear targets.
Int 1362-2025 was introduced and sponsored by Council Member Vickie Paladino on August 14, 2025, and is in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Paladino is the sponsor. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. Safety analysts say eliminating these definitions and quotas weakens commitments to high‑quality, traffic‑calming, mode‑shift infrastructure and is likely to reduce cycling uptake and bus priority, undermining safety‑in‑numbers and street equity. Status: in committee; no vote yet.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill removing bus and bike benchmarks from streets master plan.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 repeals the definitions of “protected bicycle lane” and “protected bus lane” and strips explicit benchmarks for protected lanes from the streets master plan. It preserves signal and pedestrian targets but weakens commitments to physical protection, threatening safety and equity.
Bill Int 1362-2025. Status: Sponsorship, introduced Aug 14, 2025. Referred to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The measure, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto," repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes related benchmarks in the master plan (master plan dates referenced include Dec. 1, 2021 and Dec. 1, 2026). Primary sponsor: Robert F. Holden. Co-sponsors: Inna Vernikov, Joann Ariola, Chris Banks, Vickie Paladino. Safety analysts warn: "Removing explicit benchmarks and definitions for protected bus and bicycle lanes weakens commitments to physically protected infrastructure... likely reducing mode shift to walking and cycling and worsening equity and safety-in-numbers; the retained measures focus on signals and pedestrian amenities but do not replace the protective effect of designated protected lanes."
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 strips definitions for protected bus and bike lanes and removes benchmarks from the streets master plan. It guts measurable targets. Safe space for pedestrians and cyclists is at risk. The city could slow needed separated infrastructure.
Bill: Int. No. 1362 (Int 1362-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Event date: 2025-08-14. The matter reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Joann Ariola and Vickie Paladino are co-sponsors. The draft repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes explicit benchmarks tied to transit signal priority, bus stop upgrades, accessible pedestrian signals and intersection redesigns. Removing those benchmarks weakens commitments to high‑quality separated infrastructure and measurable mode‑shift targets, likely slowing deployment of safe space for pedestrians and cyclists and undermining equitable street redesigns.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int. No. 1362 strips city definitions and benchmarks for protected bicycle lanes and protected bus lanes. It removes targets and accountability. The change will slow deployment of separated bike and bus infrastructure and erode safety and equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Int. No. 1362 (filed Aug. 14, 2025; stage: SPONSORSHIP) was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Co-sponsors are Vickie Paladino, Joann Ariola, and Inna Vernikov. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes benchmark requirements from the streets master plan. Safety analysts note that removing explicit benchmarks and definitions weakens accountability for building separated cycling and bus infrastructure, likely decreasing street equity and safety-in-numbers for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
9
Truck Driver Turns, Hits Cyclist on 14 Avenue▸Aug 9 - A truck driver turned right on 14 Avenue and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider took a head blow and stayed conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a tractor truck turned right at 14 Avenue and WHITESTONE EXPRESSWAY NB ET 16 in Queens and hit a 34-year-old cyclist traveling straight west. The crash occurred at 1:41 a.m. The cyclist suffered a head injury, reported as a contusion, and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. The driver traveled north and made a right turn; the cyclist moved west, straight ahead. The driver was licensed in Florida, and the truck carried Maryland registration. The truck had no reported damage. The bike showed impact at the front. No other serious injuries were recorded.
8
Paladino Backs Safety‑Boosting Flood Signage for Unfamiliar Drivers▸Aug 8 - Flash floods swamped Cross Island Parkway. Leaders demanded flood signage and storm fixes. Signs may warn drivers but do little for pedestrians and cyclists. Only real infrastructure will cut the risks they face.
Action: infrastructure request (no bill number). Status: public call on August 8, 2025; not advanced to committee or vote. The matter was described as a "call for flood-related street signage and storm mitigation efforts." Queens Borough President Donovan J. Richards called signage a "small step" and "low-hanging fruit." Council Member Vickie Paladino urged signs to warn drivers unfamiliar with the area. State Sen. John Liu pressed city, state and federal agencies and criticized federal funding cuts. Safety analyst note: "Flood warning signage may help alert motorists but does little to address the underlying risks to pedestrians and cyclists... only comprehensive infrastructure improvements would yield significant safety benefits for vulnerable road users."
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Queens leaders call for flood signage and infrastructure in Bay Terrace,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
5
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens▸Aug 5 - Police car struck at Beach 35th and Rockaway. Three hurt. Sirens cut through Edgemere. Cause unknown. Streets stained. Investigation begins.
CBS New York reported on August 5, 2025, that an NYPD cruiser crashed at Beach 35th Street and Rockaway Freeway in Edgemere, Queens. Three people were injured. The article states, 'Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash.' No details on driver actions or contributing factors were released. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the need for thorough investigation when emergency vehicles are involved.
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NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Driver Falls Asleep, Strikes Parked Car▸Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips protected bus and bicycle lane definitions and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. It rips out clear targets. Cyclists and pedestrians lose accountability as exposure and crash risk rise.
"The definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" ... are REPEALED." -- Vickie Paladino
Int 1362-2025 was introduced on August 14, 2025 and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is described as "removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions." Sponsored and advanced by Council Member Vickie Paladino, the bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" in Admin Code §19-199.1 and strips lane quotas from the master plan. Removing definitions and benchmarks eliminates clear targets and accountability for building a connected, low-stress network and bus priority. That likely slows mode shift and safety-in-numbers gains, increasing crash exposure for cyclists and pedestrians despite other upgrades.
- File Int 1362-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill removing bike and bus benchmarks, increasing crash risk.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips ‘protected’ bus and bicycle lane definitions and drops lane quotas from the Streets Master Plan. It tears out accountability. Transit priority and safe cycling face rollback. Pedestrians and riders lose clear targets.
Int 1362-2025 was introduced and sponsored by Council Member Vickie Paladino on August 14, 2025, and is in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Paladino is the sponsor. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. Safety analysts say eliminating these definitions and quotas weakens commitments to high‑quality, traffic‑calming, mode‑shift infrastructure and is likely to reduce cycling uptake and bus priority, undermining safety‑in‑numbers and street equity. Status: in committee; no vote yet.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill removing bus and bike benchmarks from streets master plan.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 repeals the definitions of “protected bicycle lane” and “protected bus lane” and strips explicit benchmarks for protected lanes from the streets master plan. It preserves signal and pedestrian targets but weakens commitments to physical protection, threatening safety and equity.
Bill Int 1362-2025. Status: Sponsorship, introduced Aug 14, 2025. Referred to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The measure, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto," repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes related benchmarks in the master plan (master plan dates referenced include Dec. 1, 2021 and Dec. 1, 2026). Primary sponsor: Robert F. Holden. Co-sponsors: Inna Vernikov, Joann Ariola, Chris Banks, Vickie Paladino. Safety analysts warn: "Removing explicit benchmarks and definitions for protected bus and bicycle lanes weakens commitments to physically protected infrastructure... likely reducing mode shift to walking and cycling and worsening equity and safety-in-numbers; the retained measures focus on signals and pedestrian amenities but do not replace the protective effect of designated protected lanes."
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 strips definitions for protected bus and bike lanes and removes benchmarks from the streets master plan. It guts measurable targets. Safe space for pedestrians and cyclists is at risk. The city could slow needed separated infrastructure.
Bill: Int. No. 1362 (Int 1362-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Event date: 2025-08-14. The matter reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Joann Ariola and Vickie Paladino are co-sponsors. The draft repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes explicit benchmarks tied to transit signal priority, bus stop upgrades, accessible pedestrian signals and intersection redesigns. Removing those benchmarks weakens commitments to high‑quality separated infrastructure and measurable mode‑shift targets, likely slowing deployment of safe space for pedestrians and cyclists and undermining equitable street redesigns.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int. No. 1362 strips city definitions and benchmarks for protected bicycle lanes and protected bus lanes. It removes targets and accountability. The change will slow deployment of separated bike and bus infrastructure and erode safety and equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Int. No. 1362 (filed Aug. 14, 2025; stage: SPONSORSHIP) was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Co-sponsors are Vickie Paladino, Joann Ariola, and Inna Vernikov. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes benchmark requirements from the streets master plan. Safety analysts note that removing explicit benchmarks and definitions weakens accountability for building separated cycling and bus infrastructure, likely decreasing street equity and safety-in-numbers for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
9
Truck Driver Turns, Hits Cyclist on 14 Avenue▸Aug 9 - A truck driver turned right on 14 Avenue and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider took a head blow and stayed conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a tractor truck turned right at 14 Avenue and WHITESTONE EXPRESSWAY NB ET 16 in Queens and hit a 34-year-old cyclist traveling straight west. The crash occurred at 1:41 a.m. The cyclist suffered a head injury, reported as a contusion, and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. The driver traveled north and made a right turn; the cyclist moved west, straight ahead. The driver was licensed in Florida, and the truck carried Maryland registration. The truck had no reported damage. The bike showed impact at the front. No other serious injuries were recorded.
8
Paladino Backs Safety‑Boosting Flood Signage for Unfamiliar Drivers▸Aug 8 - Flash floods swamped Cross Island Parkway. Leaders demanded flood signage and storm fixes. Signs may warn drivers but do little for pedestrians and cyclists. Only real infrastructure will cut the risks they face.
Action: infrastructure request (no bill number). Status: public call on August 8, 2025; not advanced to committee or vote. The matter was described as a "call for flood-related street signage and storm mitigation efforts." Queens Borough President Donovan J. Richards called signage a "small step" and "low-hanging fruit." Council Member Vickie Paladino urged signs to warn drivers unfamiliar with the area. State Sen. John Liu pressed city, state and federal agencies and criticized federal funding cuts. Safety analyst note: "Flood warning signage may help alert motorists but does little to address the underlying risks to pedestrians and cyclists... only comprehensive infrastructure improvements would yield significant safety benefits for vulnerable road users."
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Queens leaders call for flood signage and infrastructure in Bay Terrace,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
5
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens▸Aug 5 - Police car struck at Beach 35th and Rockaway. Three hurt. Sirens cut through Edgemere. Cause unknown. Streets stained. Investigation begins.
CBS New York reported on August 5, 2025, that an NYPD cruiser crashed at Beach 35th Street and Rockaway Freeway in Edgemere, Queens. Three people were injured. The article states, 'Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash.' No details on driver actions or contributing factors were released. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the need for thorough investigation when emergency vehicles are involved.
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NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Driver Falls Asleep, Strikes Parked Car▸Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Aug 14 - Int 1362-2025 strips ‘protected’ bus and bicycle lane definitions and drops lane quotas from the Streets Master Plan. It tears out accountability. Transit priority and safe cycling face rollback. Pedestrians and riders lose clear targets.
Int 1362-2025 was introduced and sponsored by Council Member Vickie Paladino on August 14, 2025, and is in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Paladino is the sponsor. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes lane benchmarks from the Streets Master Plan. Safety analysts say eliminating these definitions and quotas weakens commitments to high‑quality, traffic‑calming, mode‑shift infrastructure and is likely to reduce cycling uptake and bus priority, undermining safety‑in‑numbers and street equity. Status: in committee; no vote yet.
- File Int 1362-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill removing bus and bike benchmarks from streets master plan.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 repeals the definitions of “protected bicycle lane” and “protected bus lane” and strips explicit benchmarks for protected lanes from the streets master plan. It preserves signal and pedestrian targets but weakens commitments to physical protection, threatening safety and equity.
Bill Int 1362-2025. Status: Sponsorship, introduced Aug 14, 2025. Referred to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The measure, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto," repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes related benchmarks in the master plan (master plan dates referenced include Dec. 1, 2021 and Dec. 1, 2026). Primary sponsor: Robert F. Holden. Co-sponsors: Inna Vernikov, Joann Ariola, Chris Banks, Vickie Paladino. Safety analysts warn: "Removing explicit benchmarks and definitions for protected bus and bicycle lanes weakens commitments to physically protected infrastructure... likely reducing mode shift to walking and cycling and worsening equity and safety-in-numbers; the retained measures focus on signals and pedestrian amenities but do not replace the protective effect of designated protected lanes."
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 strips definitions for protected bus and bike lanes and removes benchmarks from the streets master plan. It guts measurable targets. Safe space for pedestrians and cyclists is at risk. The city could slow needed separated infrastructure.
Bill: Int. No. 1362 (Int 1362-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Event date: 2025-08-14. The matter reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Joann Ariola and Vickie Paladino are co-sponsors. The draft repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes explicit benchmarks tied to transit signal priority, bus stop upgrades, accessible pedestrian signals and intersection redesigns. Removing those benchmarks weakens commitments to high‑quality separated infrastructure and measurable mode‑shift targets, likely slowing deployment of safe space for pedestrians and cyclists and undermining equitable street redesigns.
-
File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int. No. 1362 strips city definitions and benchmarks for protected bicycle lanes and protected bus lanes. It removes targets and accountability. The change will slow deployment of separated bike and bus infrastructure and erode safety and equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Int. No. 1362 (filed Aug. 14, 2025; stage: SPONSORSHIP) was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Co-sponsors are Vickie Paladino, Joann Ariola, and Inna Vernikov. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes benchmark requirements from the streets master plan. Safety analysts note that removing explicit benchmarks and definitions weakens accountability for building separated cycling and bus infrastructure, likely decreasing street equity and safety-in-numbers for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
9
Truck Driver Turns, Hits Cyclist on 14 Avenue▸Aug 9 - A truck driver turned right on 14 Avenue and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider took a head blow and stayed conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a tractor truck turned right at 14 Avenue and WHITESTONE EXPRESSWAY NB ET 16 in Queens and hit a 34-year-old cyclist traveling straight west. The crash occurred at 1:41 a.m. The cyclist suffered a head injury, reported as a contusion, and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. The driver traveled north and made a right turn; the cyclist moved west, straight ahead. The driver was licensed in Florida, and the truck carried Maryland registration. The truck had no reported damage. The bike showed impact at the front. No other serious injuries were recorded.
8
Paladino Backs Safety‑Boosting Flood Signage for Unfamiliar Drivers▸Aug 8 - Flash floods swamped Cross Island Parkway. Leaders demanded flood signage and storm fixes. Signs may warn drivers but do little for pedestrians and cyclists. Only real infrastructure will cut the risks they face.
Action: infrastructure request (no bill number). Status: public call on August 8, 2025; not advanced to committee or vote. The matter was described as a "call for flood-related street signage and storm mitigation efforts." Queens Borough President Donovan J. Richards called signage a "small step" and "low-hanging fruit." Council Member Vickie Paladino urged signs to warn drivers unfamiliar with the area. State Sen. John Liu pressed city, state and federal agencies and criticized federal funding cuts. Safety analyst note: "Flood warning signage may help alert motorists but does little to address the underlying risks to pedestrians and cyclists... only comprehensive infrastructure improvements would yield significant safety benefits for vulnerable road users."
-
Queens leaders call for flood signage and infrastructure in Bay Terrace,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
5
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens▸Aug 5 - Police car struck at Beach 35th and Rockaway. Three hurt. Sirens cut through Edgemere. Cause unknown. Streets stained. Investigation begins.
CBS New York reported on August 5, 2025, that an NYPD cruiser crashed at Beach 35th Street and Rockaway Freeway in Edgemere, Queens. Three people were injured. The article states, 'Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash.' No details on driver actions or contributing factors were released. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the need for thorough investigation when emergency vehicles are involved.
-
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Driver Falls Asleep, Strikes Parked Car▸Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Aug 14 - Int 1362 repeals the definitions of “protected bicycle lane” and “protected bus lane” and strips explicit benchmarks for protected lanes from the streets master plan. It preserves signal and pedestrian targets but weakens commitments to physical protection, threatening safety and equity.
Bill Int 1362-2025. Status: Sponsorship, introduced Aug 14, 2025. Referred to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The measure, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto," repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes related benchmarks in the master plan (master plan dates referenced include Dec. 1, 2021 and Dec. 1, 2026). Primary sponsor: Robert F. Holden. Co-sponsors: Inna Vernikov, Joann Ariola, Chris Banks, Vickie Paladino. Safety analysts warn: "Removing explicit benchmarks and definitions for protected bus and bicycle lanes weakens commitments to physically protected infrastructure... likely reducing mode shift to walking and cycling and worsening equity and safety-in-numbers; the retained measures focus on signals and pedestrian amenities but do not replace the protective effect of designated protected lanes."
- File Int 1362-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int 1362 strips definitions for protected bus and bike lanes and removes benchmarks from the streets master plan. It guts measurable targets. Safe space for pedestrians and cyclists is at risk. The city could slow needed separated infrastructure.
Bill: Int. No. 1362 (Int 1362-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Event date: 2025-08-14. The matter reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Joann Ariola and Vickie Paladino are co-sponsors. The draft repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes explicit benchmarks tied to transit signal priority, bus stop upgrades, accessible pedestrian signals and intersection redesigns. Removing those benchmarks weakens commitments to high‑quality separated infrastructure and measurable mode‑shift targets, likely slowing deployment of safe space for pedestrians and cyclists and undermining equitable street redesigns.
-
File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int. No. 1362 strips city definitions and benchmarks for protected bicycle lanes and protected bus lanes. It removes targets and accountability. The change will slow deployment of separated bike and bus infrastructure and erode safety and equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Int. No. 1362 (filed Aug. 14, 2025; stage: SPONSORSHIP) was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Co-sponsors are Vickie Paladino, Joann Ariola, and Inna Vernikov. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes benchmark requirements from the streets master plan. Safety analysts note that removing explicit benchmarks and definitions weakens accountability for building separated cycling and bus infrastructure, likely decreasing street equity and safety-in-numbers for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
9
Truck Driver Turns, Hits Cyclist on 14 Avenue▸Aug 9 - A truck driver turned right on 14 Avenue and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider took a head blow and stayed conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a tractor truck turned right at 14 Avenue and WHITESTONE EXPRESSWAY NB ET 16 in Queens and hit a 34-year-old cyclist traveling straight west. The crash occurred at 1:41 a.m. The cyclist suffered a head injury, reported as a contusion, and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. The driver traveled north and made a right turn; the cyclist moved west, straight ahead. The driver was licensed in Florida, and the truck carried Maryland registration. The truck had no reported damage. The bike showed impact at the front. No other serious injuries were recorded.
8
Paladino Backs Safety‑Boosting Flood Signage for Unfamiliar Drivers▸Aug 8 - Flash floods swamped Cross Island Parkway. Leaders demanded flood signage and storm fixes. Signs may warn drivers but do little for pedestrians and cyclists. Only real infrastructure will cut the risks they face.
Action: infrastructure request (no bill number). Status: public call on August 8, 2025; not advanced to committee or vote. The matter was described as a "call for flood-related street signage and storm mitigation efforts." Queens Borough President Donovan J. Richards called signage a "small step" and "low-hanging fruit." Council Member Vickie Paladino urged signs to warn drivers unfamiliar with the area. State Sen. John Liu pressed city, state and federal agencies and criticized federal funding cuts. Safety analyst note: "Flood warning signage may help alert motorists but does little to address the underlying risks to pedestrians and cyclists... only comprehensive infrastructure improvements would yield significant safety benefits for vulnerable road users."
-
Queens leaders call for flood signage and infrastructure in Bay Terrace,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
5
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens▸Aug 5 - Police car struck at Beach 35th and Rockaway. Three hurt. Sirens cut through Edgemere. Cause unknown. Streets stained. Investigation begins.
CBS New York reported on August 5, 2025, that an NYPD cruiser crashed at Beach 35th Street and Rockaway Freeway in Edgemere, Queens. Three people were injured. The article states, 'Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash.' No details on driver actions or contributing factors were released. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the need for thorough investigation when emergency vehicles are involved.
-
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Driver Falls Asleep, Strikes Parked Car▸Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Aug 14 - Int 1362 strips definitions for protected bus and bike lanes and removes benchmarks from the streets master plan. It guts measurable targets. Safe space for pedestrians and cyclists is at risk. The city could slow needed separated infrastructure.
Bill: Int. No. 1362 (Int 1362-2025). Status: SPONSORSHIP. Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Event date: 2025-08-14. The matter reads: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes from the streets master plan and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Joann Ariola and Vickie Paladino are co-sponsors. The draft repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes explicit benchmarks tied to transit signal priority, bus stop upgrades, accessible pedestrian signals and intersection redesigns. Removing those benchmarks weakens commitments to high‑quality separated infrastructure and measurable mode‑shift targets, likely slowing deployment of safe space for pedestrians and cyclists and undermining equitable street redesigns.
- File Int 1362-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1362-2025
Paladino co-sponsors bill to remove bus and bike lane benchmarks, no safety impact.▸Aug 14 - Int. No. 1362 strips city definitions and benchmarks for protected bicycle lanes and protected bus lanes. It removes targets and accountability. The change will slow deployment of separated bike and bus infrastructure and erode safety and equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Int. No. 1362 (filed Aug. 14, 2025; stage: SPONSORSHIP) was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Co-sponsors are Vickie Paladino, Joann Ariola, and Inna Vernikov. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes benchmark requirements from the streets master plan. Safety analysts note that removing explicit benchmarks and definitions weakens accountability for building separated cycling and bus infrastructure, likely decreasing street equity and safety-in-numbers for pedestrians and cyclists.
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File Int 1362-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
9
Truck Driver Turns, Hits Cyclist on 14 Avenue▸Aug 9 - A truck driver turned right on 14 Avenue and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider took a head blow and stayed conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a tractor truck turned right at 14 Avenue and WHITESTONE EXPRESSWAY NB ET 16 in Queens and hit a 34-year-old cyclist traveling straight west. The crash occurred at 1:41 a.m. The cyclist suffered a head injury, reported as a contusion, and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. The driver traveled north and made a right turn; the cyclist moved west, straight ahead. The driver was licensed in Florida, and the truck carried Maryland registration. The truck had no reported damage. The bike showed impact at the front. No other serious injuries were recorded.
8
Paladino Backs Safety‑Boosting Flood Signage for Unfamiliar Drivers▸Aug 8 - Flash floods swamped Cross Island Parkway. Leaders demanded flood signage and storm fixes. Signs may warn drivers but do little for pedestrians and cyclists. Only real infrastructure will cut the risks they face.
Action: infrastructure request (no bill number). Status: public call on August 8, 2025; not advanced to committee or vote. The matter was described as a "call for flood-related street signage and storm mitigation efforts." Queens Borough President Donovan J. Richards called signage a "small step" and "low-hanging fruit." Council Member Vickie Paladino urged signs to warn drivers unfamiliar with the area. State Sen. John Liu pressed city, state and federal agencies and criticized federal funding cuts. Safety analyst note: "Flood warning signage may help alert motorists but does little to address the underlying risks to pedestrians and cyclists... only comprehensive infrastructure improvements would yield significant safety benefits for vulnerable road users."
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Queens leaders call for flood signage and infrastructure in Bay Terrace,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
5
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens▸Aug 5 - Police car struck at Beach 35th and Rockaway. Three hurt. Sirens cut through Edgemere. Cause unknown. Streets stained. Investigation begins.
CBS New York reported on August 5, 2025, that an NYPD cruiser crashed at Beach 35th Street and Rockaway Freeway in Edgemere, Queens. Three people were injured. The article states, 'Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash.' No details on driver actions or contributing factors were released. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the need for thorough investigation when emergency vehicles are involved.
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NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Driver Falls Asleep, Strikes Parked Car▸Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Aug 14 - Int. No. 1362 strips city definitions and benchmarks for protected bicycle lanes and protected bus lanes. It removes targets and accountability. The change will slow deployment of separated bike and bus infrastructure and erode safety and equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
Int. No. 1362 (filed Aug. 14, 2025; stage: SPONSORSHIP) was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The matter is titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing benchmarks for bus lanes and bicycle lanes and repealing certain definitions in relation thereto." Council Member Robert F. Holden is the primary sponsor. Co-sponsors are Vickie Paladino, Joann Ariola, and Inna Vernikov. The bill repeals the definitions of "protected bicycle lane" and "protected bus lane" and removes benchmark requirements from the streets master plan. Safety analysts note that removing explicit benchmarks and definitions weakens accountability for building separated cycling and bus infrastructure, likely decreasing street equity and safety-in-numbers for pedestrians and cyclists.
- File Int 1362-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
9
Truck Driver Turns, Hits Cyclist on 14 Avenue▸Aug 9 - A truck driver turned right on 14 Avenue and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider took a head blow and stayed conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a tractor truck turned right at 14 Avenue and WHITESTONE EXPRESSWAY NB ET 16 in Queens and hit a 34-year-old cyclist traveling straight west. The crash occurred at 1:41 a.m. The cyclist suffered a head injury, reported as a contusion, and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. The driver traveled north and made a right turn; the cyclist moved west, straight ahead. The driver was licensed in Florida, and the truck carried Maryland registration. The truck had no reported damage. The bike showed impact at the front. No other serious injuries were recorded.
8
Paladino Backs Safety‑Boosting Flood Signage for Unfamiliar Drivers▸Aug 8 - Flash floods swamped Cross Island Parkway. Leaders demanded flood signage and storm fixes. Signs may warn drivers but do little for pedestrians and cyclists. Only real infrastructure will cut the risks they face.
Action: infrastructure request (no bill number). Status: public call on August 8, 2025; not advanced to committee or vote. The matter was described as a "call for flood-related street signage and storm mitigation efforts." Queens Borough President Donovan J. Richards called signage a "small step" and "low-hanging fruit." Council Member Vickie Paladino urged signs to warn drivers unfamiliar with the area. State Sen. John Liu pressed city, state and federal agencies and criticized federal funding cuts. Safety analyst note: "Flood warning signage may help alert motorists but does little to address the underlying risks to pedestrians and cyclists... only comprehensive infrastructure improvements would yield significant safety benefits for vulnerable road users."
-
Queens leaders call for flood signage and infrastructure in Bay Terrace,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
5
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens▸Aug 5 - Police car struck at Beach 35th and Rockaway. Three hurt. Sirens cut through Edgemere. Cause unknown. Streets stained. Investigation begins.
CBS New York reported on August 5, 2025, that an NYPD cruiser crashed at Beach 35th Street and Rockaway Freeway in Edgemere, Queens. Three people were injured. The article states, 'Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash.' No details on driver actions or contributing factors were released. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the need for thorough investigation when emergency vehicles are involved.
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NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Driver Falls Asleep, Strikes Parked Car▸Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Aug 9 - A truck driver turned right on 14 Avenue and hit a cyclist riding straight. The rider took a head blow and stayed conscious. Police recorded driver inattention.
A driver in a tractor truck turned right at 14 Avenue and WHITESTONE EXPRESSWAY NB ET 16 in Queens and hit a 34-year-old cyclist traveling straight west. The crash occurred at 1:41 a.m. The cyclist suffered a head injury, reported as a contusion, and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the crash. The driver traveled north and made a right turn; the cyclist moved west, straight ahead. The driver was licensed in Florida, and the truck carried Maryland registration. The truck had no reported damage. The bike showed impact at the front. No other serious injuries were recorded.
8
Paladino Backs Safety‑Boosting Flood Signage for Unfamiliar Drivers▸Aug 8 - Flash floods swamped Cross Island Parkway. Leaders demanded flood signage and storm fixes. Signs may warn drivers but do little for pedestrians and cyclists. Only real infrastructure will cut the risks they face.
Action: infrastructure request (no bill number). Status: public call on August 8, 2025; not advanced to committee or vote. The matter was described as a "call for flood-related street signage and storm mitigation efforts." Queens Borough President Donovan J. Richards called signage a "small step" and "low-hanging fruit." Council Member Vickie Paladino urged signs to warn drivers unfamiliar with the area. State Sen. John Liu pressed city, state and federal agencies and criticized federal funding cuts. Safety analyst note: "Flood warning signage may help alert motorists but does little to address the underlying risks to pedestrians and cyclists... only comprehensive infrastructure improvements would yield significant safety benefits for vulnerable road users."
-
Queens leaders call for flood signage and infrastructure in Bay Terrace,
AMNY,
Published 2025-08-08
5
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens▸Aug 5 - Police car struck at Beach 35th and Rockaway. Three hurt. Sirens cut through Edgemere. Cause unknown. Streets stained. Investigation begins.
CBS New York reported on August 5, 2025, that an NYPD cruiser crashed at Beach 35th Street and Rockaway Freeway in Edgemere, Queens. Three people were injured. The article states, 'Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash.' No details on driver actions or contributing factors were released. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the need for thorough investigation when emergency vehicles are involved.
-
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Driver Falls Asleep, Strikes Parked Car▸Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
-
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Aug 8 - Flash floods swamped Cross Island Parkway. Leaders demanded flood signage and storm fixes. Signs may warn drivers but do little for pedestrians and cyclists. Only real infrastructure will cut the risks they face.
Action: infrastructure request (no bill number). Status: public call on August 8, 2025; not advanced to committee or vote. The matter was described as a "call for flood-related street signage and storm mitigation efforts." Queens Borough President Donovan J. Richards called signage a "small step" and "low-hanging fruit." Council Member Vickie Paladino urged signs to warn drivers unfamiliar with the area. State Sen. John Liu pressed city, state and federal agencies and criticized federal funding cuts. Safety analyst note: "Flood warning signage may help alert motorists but does little to address the underlying risks to pedestrians and cyclists... only comprehensive infrastructure improvements would yield significant safety benefits for vulnerable road users."
- Queens leaders call for flood signage and infrastructure in Bay Terrace, AMNY, Published 2025-08-08
5
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens▸Aug 5 - Police car struck at Beach 35th and Rockaway. Three hurt. Sirens cut through Edgemere. Cause unknown. Streets stained. Investigation begins.
CBS New York reported on August 5, 2025, that an NYPD cruiser crashed at Beach 35th Street and Rockaway Freeway in Edgemere, Queens. Three people were injured. The article states, 'Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash.' No details on driver actions or contributing factors were released. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the need for thorough investigation when emergency vehicles are involved.
-
NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Driver Falls Asleep, Strikes Parked Car▸Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
-
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Aug 5 - Police car struck at Beach 35th and Rockaway. Three hurt. Sirens cut through Edgemere. Cause unknown. Streets stained. Investigation begins.
CBS New York reported on August 5, 2025, that an NYPD cruiser crashed at Beach 35th Street and Rockaway Freeway in Edgemere, Queens. Three people were injured. The article states, 'Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash.' No details on driver actions or contributing factors were released. The incident highlights risks at busy intersections and the need for thorough investigation when emergency vehicles are involved.
- NYPD Cruiser Crash Injures Three In Queens, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-05
3
Driver Falls Asleep, Strikes Parked Car▸Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
-
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Aug 3 - A driver fell asleep and hit a parked sedan on 126th Street in Queens. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. The front of her car was crushed; the parked sedan’s left rear and side were damaged.
A 27-year-old woman driving west on 126th Street in Queens struck a parked sedan after falling asleep. She was the only person injured. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the driver 'fell asleep' before the collision. Police recorded 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. The driver's sedan sustained center front-end damage. The parked sedan was struck on its left rear bumper and left side doors. No other contributing factors or injuries were listed in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
-
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
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
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
-
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
- Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-08
7
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Car in Queens▸Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Jul 7 - SUVs collided near 124th Street. A 62-year-old man, working on a car, took the hit. He suffered a bruised leg. The street stayed quiet. Metal and flesh met hard reality.
A crash involving two SUVs on 124th Street in Queens left a 62-year-old pedestrian injured. According to the police report, the man was pushing or working on a car when he was struck, suffering a contusion to his lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The police report notes the pedestrian was conscious at the scene.
5
SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Injures Passenger▸Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
24
Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Jul 5 - SUV slammed center front at 119th Street. Driver lost consciousness. Passenger and infant inside. One injured, others status unclear. Metal, glass, blood. Streets unforgiving.
A station wagon/SUV crashed at 12-14 119th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness and struck the center front end. One occupant, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a knee, lower leg, and foot abrasion. Another adult and an infant were also in the vehicle; their injuries were unspecified. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
- Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car, The New York Times, Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Paladino votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30
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Sedan Strikes on College Point Blvd, Driver Hurt▸Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.
Jun 24 - A sedan hit hard on College Point Blvd. The driver, a 36-year-old woman, suffered injuries. Police cite illness as a factor. The right front bumper took the blow.
A sedan traveling north on College Point Blvd at 25 Rd crashed, injuring the 36-year-old female driver. According to the police report, 'Illness' was listed as the contributing factor. The right front bumper was damaged, and the driver was described as incoherent with injuries to her entire body. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other driver errors were cited in the report.