May 20 - A 48-year-old male driver in Queens suffered a head injury after losing consciousness behind the wheel. The sedan struck an object frontally while traveling south on Parsons Boulevard. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious post-crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Parsons Boulevard in Queens at 14:50. The 48-year-old male driver, operating a 2014 Volkswagen sedan, was traveling straight ahead when the vehicle sustained center front end damage from the impact. The report cites 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Illness' as contributing factors to the crash. The driver suffered a head injury classified as contusion or bruise and was injured but conscious after the collision. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The data indicates the crash was caused by the driver losing consciousness, highlighting a systemic danger related to medical conditions affecting vehicle control.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4726304 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

May 16 - A 74-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg injuries after an SUV struck her at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The driver, making a left turn, was inattentive and distracted. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when the impact occurred.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:26 in Queens near 68-20 147 Street. A 2021 Jeep SUV, traveling north and making a left turn, struck a 74-year-old female pedestrian at a marked crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal and sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors on her part. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. Vehicle damage was noted at the center front end, confirming the collision dynamics.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4725130 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.

On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.

• Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins, nypost.com, Published 2024-05-16

May 16 - Queens lawmakers demand more express buses before the $15 congestion toll hits. They say MTA left Queens behind. Riders in transit deserts face long, costly trips. Lawmakers call the exclusion unacceptable. They want fair service before new fees begin.

On May 16, 2024, ten Queens lawmakers, including Julia Salazar (District 18), urged the MTA to expand express bus service to Queens before the $15 Manhattan congestion toll starts. The group wrote to MTA chairman Janno Lieber, stating, "Express buses play a vital role in Queens’ public transit network and only stand to become even more pivotal in the near and distant future." They criticized the MTA for boosting express bus service in Brooklyn and Staten Island but not Queens, calling the exclusion "unacceptable." The lawmakers stressed that many southeast and northeast Queens residents lack subway access and rely on express buses to reach Midtown. They argued the 10 percent LIRR discount is no substitute for robust bus service. Salazar and her colleagues support congestion pricing but insist its success depends on expanded, equitable transit for all vulnerable riders.

• Queens lawmakers demand more MTA bus service to Manhattan before $15 congestion toll begins, nypost.com, Published 2024-05-16

Apr 18 - Council moves to hike fines for illegal ATVs and dirt bikes. First offense: $375–$750. Repeat: $750–$1,500. Law aims at reckless riders who menace city streets and endanger lives.

Bill Int 0856-2024 sits in the Committee on Public Safety. Introduced April 18, 2024, it seeks to amend city code to raise fines for unlawful ATV and dirt bike use. The bill states: 'The first offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 375 dollars and up to 750 dollars. Any subsequent offense would be punishable by a fine and/or a civil penalty of at least 750 dollars and up to 1500 dollars.' Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa leads as primary sponsor, joined by Salamanca Jr., Gennaro, Brannan, Louis, Ung, Restler, and Farías. The bill was referred to committee the same day. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File Int 0856-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-18

Apr 18 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned and unplated cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. Police target vehicles with missing or fake plates. Fewer hazards for those on foot and bike.

Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on April 18, 2024. The bill states: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation.' Sponsored by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers (primary) and co-sponsored by over a dozen council members, it forces the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours and empowers NYPD to tow cars with missing or obscured plates or stickers. The law aims to clear street hazards fast, reducing risks for pedestrians and cyclists.

• File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-18

Apr 15 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.

• File S 4647, Open States, Published 2024-04-15

Apr 11 - Council targets hidden plates. Bill makes it a crime to park, stop, or drive with covered tags. Fines reach $1,000. Jail time possible. Committee weighs action. Streets demand accountability.

Int 0766-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on April 11, 2024. The bill reads: “prohibiting the parking, standing, stopping, or operation of a motor vehicle with obscured or defaced license plates.” Council Member Oswald Feliz leads, joined by Holden, Bottcher, Gennaro, Marte, Restler, Ung, and Paladino. The bill sets fines up to $1,000 and possible jail for violators. Each offense is a misdemeanor. The council aims to strip cover for reckless drivers, making it harder to dodge tickets and accountability. No safety analyst note yet, but the intent is clear: end the shield for lawless driving.

• File Int 0766-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-04-11

Apr 8 - A 23-year-old woman suffered neck contusions and shock after an SUV struck her at an intersection. The vehicle, making a right turn, hit the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. Driver failure to yield caused the collision and injury.

According to the police report, a 2019 SUV traveling east on 71 Avenue was making a right turn when it struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The impact occurred at the vehicle's right front bumper, causing contusions and neck injury to the pedestrian, who was left in shock. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper. This crash highlights the danger posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4715502 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Apr 2 - A sedan traveling north struck a westbound pick-up truck on Main Street. The pick-up truck driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed. The collision caused front and rear vehicle damage.

According to the police report, at 9:25 AM on Main Street, a sedan traveling north collided with the rear of a westbound pick-up truck. The pick-up truck driver, a 51-year-old female occupant, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of the pick-up truck and the center back end of the sedan, resulting in damage to both vehicles. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers of rear-end impacts in vehicle interactions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4714293 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Mar 27 - Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

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

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-03-27

Mar 27 - Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

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

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-03-27

Mar 21 - A sedan traveling west hit a moped rider going north on 79 Avenue in Queens. The moped passenger, hanging on outside, was partially ejected and suffered full-body injuries. Driver inexperience was cited as a contributing factor in the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 79 Avenue in Queens around 18:50. A sedan traveling west struck a moped traveling north. The moped passenger, a 27-year-old male riding or hanging on the outside, was partially ejected and sustained injuries to his entire body, described as internal and severe. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor to the crash. The sedan's point of impact was its left rear quarter panel, while the moped's damage was at the center front end. The moped driver was unlicensed, and the sedan driver was licensed. The passenger's position outside the vehicle increased injury severity, but no victim fault or behavior was listed as contributing. The collision highlights risks from driver error and vulnerable passenger positioning.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4711500 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Mar 20 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

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

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2024-03-20

Mar 20 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

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

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2024-03-20

Mar 19 - Council wants bold signs at every school entrance. Paint on pavement. Metal overhead. The aim: warn drivers, shield kids. The bill sits in committee. Streets wait. Danger does not.

Bill Int 0714-2024, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced March 19, 2024. The bill reads: 'installing safety signs near schools.' Council Member Susan Zhuang leads, joined by Rivera, Gennaro, Won, Hanif, Gutiérrez, Louis, Cabán, Restler, Farías, Banks, Riley, and Feliz. The bill orders the Department of Transportation to paint and hang school safety signs on every street with a school entrance. The goal: alert drivers to children and pedestrians. The bill awaits further action. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File Int 0714-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-19

Mar 19 - Council bill orders DOT to repair broken curbs during street resurfacing. Hazardous curbs trip, trap, and injure. The fix is overdue. Pedestrians need solid ground. Council moves to force action.

Int 0724-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced March 19, 2024, the bill commands DOT to repair broken curbs that pose safety hazards during any resurfacing project. The matter title reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... requiring that the department of transportation repair broken curbs as part of resurfacing projects.' Council Members Schulman, Gennaro (primary), Gutiérrez, Louis, Brewer, and Avilés sponsor the measure. The bill targets a simple danger: shattered curbs that trip and injure. If passed, DOT must fix these hazards as routine, not afterthought. The law would take effect 120 days after enactment.

• File Int 0724-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-19

Mar 12 - Two sedans collided head-on on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers, conscious but injured, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. The crash involved failure to yield and driver distraction. Damage centered on the front ends of both vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:15 on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. Two sedans traveling west and south collided, impacting each other's front ends. Both drivers, male and licensed in New York, were injured with whiplash and bodily injuries affecting their entire bodies. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for both drivers. Neither occupant was ejected, and both used lap belts and harnesses. The point of impact was the right front bumper of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other, causing center front end damage to both sedans. The data highlights driver errors as the cause of this collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4709107 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Mar 7 - Council wants every e-bike and scooter tagged and tracked. Plates on wheels. Riders face new rules. Lawmakers say it’s about order. The bill sits in committee. Streets wait.

Int 0606-2024 was introduced on March 7, 2024, in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...requiring that every bicycle with electric assist, electric scooter and other legal motorized vehicle be licensed and registered," would force all e-bikes, e-scooters, and similar vehicles not covered by DMV rules to register with DOT and display visible plates. Council Member Inna Vernikov is the primary sponsor, joined by 26 co-sponsors including Holden, Farías, Riley, and others. The bill was laid over in committee and has not advanced. No safety analysis for vulnerable road users was provided.

• File Int 0606-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-03-07

Mar 6 - A 63-year-old man suffered abrasions and elbow injuries after a BMW sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing at a marked crosswalk without signal. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.

According to the police report, a 63-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on Kissena Boulevard near 72 Road. The driver of a 2013 BMW sedan was making a left turn northwestbound when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the driver's part. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not list this as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle with two occupants onboard.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4707661 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18