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Displaying all articles tagged:
Craigslist
awful things
Feb. 8, 2022
This Is the Worst Roommate Story You’ll Ever Read
One scheming, sinister man. A dozen unsuspecting victims. The ultimate Craigslist nightmare.
By
William Brennan
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Mar. 23, 2018
Craigslist’s Legendary Personals Section Shuts Down
A bill focused on sex-trafficking online left the site little choice.
By
Brian Feldman
select all
Jan. 22, 2018
Buy HQ Scott’s Old Mattress on Craigslist for $600
“The pillow top is dope.”
By
Madison Malone Kircher
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Mar. 13, 2017
A Blizzard Is Coming, So Naturally the Craigslist Dick Pics Are Coming, Too
New Yorkers are preparing for Winter Storm Stella with Craigslist personal ads for blizzard buddies.
By
Madison Malone Kircher
Oct. 3, 2016
Facebook Rolls Out Craigslist Competitor
The new feature is called Marketplace and will be available everywhere in the U.S. this week.
By
Madison Malone Kircher
July 27, 2016
Did You Send This Man on Craigslist a Butt Picture for a Radiohead Ticket?
Ah, Craigslist.
By
Madison Malone Kircher
Nov. 12, 2015
What You Can Learn From 10,000 Craigslist Missed Connections
The lesson: It’s not gonna happen.
By
Brian Feldman
very sad and scary things
July 22, 2014
Absolutely Horrifying Craigslist Murder Leaves Pregnant Teen, Boyfriend Dead
The shocking case in Michigan has the grisliest details imaginable.
By
Joe Coscarelli
crimes and misdemeanors
Mar. 18, 2014
Craigslist Naked-Photo Extortion Plot Busted
A man was extorted via Craigslist.
By
Katie Van Syckle
real estate
Feb. 14, 2014
Rent Now, Get a Free TV: The Strangest Apartment Perks Offered This Winter
Landlords are giving away gym memberships, Kindles, and even gift cards.
By
S. Jhoanna Robledo
real estate
Dec. 6, 2013
Who Stayed at This Craigslist ‘Celebrity Loft’?
This is like “Washington slept here,” but more impressive.
By
S. Jhoanna Robledo
the internet
Nov. 18, 2013
‘Most Beautiful Missed Connection Ever’ or Not?
Another emotional Craigslist post wins the Internet and is probably fake.
By
Joe Coscarelli
craigslist of the day
Sept. 30, 2013
Government Shutdown Has D.C. Looking for Casual Sex on Craigslist
It begins.
By
Joe Coscarelli
where are they now
Aug. 13, 2013
Craigslist Wedding Bros Signed Book, Movie Deals
The brothers have made the most of their viral fame.
By
Dan Amira
crimes and misdemeanors
Aug. 5, 2013
You Can’t Sell a Baby on Craigslist for $100, Especially If It’s Not Yours
It’s against the law.
By
Joe Coscarelli
funny things
Apr. 30, 2013
Sotheby’s Could Really Use an Administrative Assistant [Updated]
A clumsy Craigslist ad makes this clear.
By
Adam Martin
crimes and misdemeanors
Nov. 7, 2012
Craigslist Subpoenaed Over Black Market Gas
Attorney general wants to know about price gougers.
By
Adam Martin
crimes and misdemeanors
Oct. 11, 2012
NYPD Reminder: Selling Drugs on Craigslist Is Illegal
The police have busted 21 online dealers since December.
By
Joe Coscarelli
unhappy partnerships
Sept. 14, 2011
The Justice Department Is Investigating eBay Employees for Alleged Craigslist Theft
eBay says the claims are “without merit.”
By
Caroline Bankoff
early and awkward
Feb. 16, 2011
Ex-Congressman Chris Lee Sent Those Topless Craigslist Photos During a Republican Retreat
This is why you shouldn’t business sext during a conference lecture.
By
Nitasha Tiku
early and awkward
Feb. 11, 2011
Woman Who Flirted Online With Chris Lee Is Revealed
That was fast.
By
Chris Rovzar
early and awkward
Feb. 10, 2011
Woman Who Caught Rep. Chris Lee Trolling Craigslist Says He Was ‘Dumb’ to Get Caught
“People cheat everyday, but only dumb people get caught.”
By
Nitasha Tiku
paladinosaur
Feb. 10, 2011
Carl Paladino Being Eyed by Upstate Republicans to Replace Quitting Rep. Chris Lee
Brilliant.
By
Chris Rovzar
early and awkward
Feb. 9, 2011
Chris Lee Warned Teens Against People Like Chris Lee
Cue the Alanis Morissette song.
By
Julie Gerstein
early and awkward
Feb. 9, 2011
New York Representative Chris Lee Resigns After Trolling for Booty on Craigslist [Updated]
Chris Lee claimed he was hacked. Then resigned.
By
Dan Amira
stupid crime of the day
Jan. 4, 2011
Man Has Car Stolen, Regains It, All in One Week on Craigslist
Jewish Justice!
By
Chris Rovzar
whore presents!
Dec. 29, 2010
For Prostitutes, Nothing Is Quite the Same As Craigslist Was
Where to advertise now?
By
Chris Rovzar
missed connections
Dec. 22, 2010
Craigslist Leaves Global Pervs in Limbo, Shuts Down ‘Adults Services’ Worldwide
Sorry, pervs.
By
Nitasha Tiku
adult services
Sept. 21, 2010
21 States Call for Village Voice Media to Shut Down Backpage.com’s Adult Services
But not everyone on Backpage.com has bad intentions.
By
Nitasha Tiku
missed connections
Sept. 15, 2010
Craigslist Confirms Discontinuation of ‘Adult Services’ Section
“Censored” label appeared over Labor Day weekend.
By
Josh Duboff
missed connections
Sept. 4, 2010
Is Craigslist Shuttering Its Adult Services Section?
But fear not: Casual Encounters seems to be unaffected.
By
Mike Vilensky
stand clear of the closing doors
June 28, 2010
L Train Has More Missed Connections Than Any Other
This should not be a surprise to people who take it around 9 in the morning.
By
Chris Rovzar
phone sex
June 27, 2010
The Inevitable iPhone Video Sex Chat Services Begin
On Craigslist, of course.
By
Mike Vilensky
whiskey dicks
Feb. 10, 2010
Commuters Grateful to Snowstorm for Keeping Them Away From Stifling Suburban Lives
Expect an uptick in “Get warm on a cold night” ads in Casual Encounters.
By
Jessica Pressler
this is probably fake
Dec. 9, 2009
Straight Men Like Gasmasters, Too
This is exactly as gross as it sounds.
By
Chris Rovzar
neighborhood news
Aug. 19, 2009
In Which Neighborhood Does This Person Want a Roommate?
“So what if you are vegan, or vegan friendly, or an animal lover, or a professional, or an aspiring artist, these are the cliche and redundancy of humanity.”
By
Chris Rovzar
this is probably fake
July 1, 2009
There Is Some Gay Dude Roaming the City With a Stranger Fetish We Don’t Even Understand
And we understand a LOT of stranger fetishes.
By
Chris Rovzar
the girl with kaleidoscope eyes
June 29, 2009
‘Sometimes Life Here Can Feel Kaleidoscopic, Like a Bad Acid Trip of Human Personalities’
A plea from a woman searching for friends on Craigslist.
By
Jessica Pressler
roomate wanted
June 23, 2009
‘I’m Very Domesticated & PLUS a Worldly Sophisticate!!!’
Anyone looking for a roommate?
By
Jessica Pressler
the boner buster
May 20, 2009
The Boner Buster Strikes Again
Cuomo breaks up a prostitution ring that operated through Craigslist.
By
Dan Amira
big mistake. big. huge.
May 14, 2009
Craigslist’s Erotic Services Are Now Simply ‘Adult’
Apparently they think this will keep the working girls from peddling their wares.
By
Jessica Coen
getting their hands dirty
Apr. 20, 2009
Craigslist ‘Casual Encounters’ Not So Casual Anymore
Once the ‘Times’ takes on something fun and filthy, you know the party’s over.
By
Chris Rovzar
please tell us this isn’t real
Apr. 2, 2009
‘Hit Me Up, Gasmaster.’
From the annals of Craigslist Missed Connection.
By
Chris Rovzar
crazytown
Mar. 20, 2009
Anybody Want a Life-size Killer Whale?
That’s what one Craigslist poster recently wanted to know.
By
Carol Vinzant
hipster mating
Jan. 5, 2009
Garlic-Breath Guy Asks: Wanna Make Out?
Not really, but thanks!
By
Tim Murphy
thanksgiving
Nov. 26, 2008
Craigslist Offers Plump, Organic Bird This Thanksgiving
(We are using bird in the British way.)
By
Jessica Pressler
opportunities
Nov. 10, 2008
Honors Grad With Six-Pack Abs Seeks ‘6 x 3 Corner’
Will run errands, cook, teach languages in exchange for “three lined-up cushion chairs.”
By
Tim Murphy
Oct. 9, 2008
We Are Not the Only Ones Obsessed With Neel Kashkari
The Craigslist fantasies are already awaiting your fulfillment, Neel.
By
Chris Rovzar
this is probably fake
Sept. 11, 2008
Hey, Mr. Perfect, Your Miss Neurotic Is Out There Waiting for You!
A lovely-seeming young woman in New York just wants a guy who meets a few specific qualifications, okay?
By
Mark Byrne
in other news
Aug. 28, 2008
Upper East Side Housewife Craves Nanny, Book Deal
Rebecca Land Soodak’s Craigslist post got her a nanny — will it bring her more?
By
Jessica Pressler
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