N.Y. Today: Hope Hicks Takes the Stand: 5 Takeaways From Trump’s Criminal Trial

In a riveted courtroom, Ms. Hicks testified.

View in browser|nytimes.com May 4, 2024 Doug Mills/The New York Times Hope Hicks Takes the Stand: 5 Takeaways From Trump's Criminal Trial In a riveted courtroom, Ms. Hicks, the former spokeswoman for Donald J. Trump, testified how she and her former boss managed one scandal after another. By Jesse McKinley and Kate Christobek Police Clear Tents and Arrest N.Y.U. and New School Protesters Protesters had been camped out for days, demanding that their schools end financial ties with Israel. By Maia Coleman, Olivia Bensimon and Bernard Mokam 15-Year-Old Girl Charged With Murder in Stabbing Death of Bronx Teenager The victim, identified by the police as Emery Mizell, 17, was attacked at an apartment building in the Soundview neighborhood of the Bronx. By Lola Fadulu and Troy Closson N.Y.P.D. Social Media Attacks Prompt City Council to Seek Investigation The Council speaker requested an investigation of police officials' use of social media to attack critics. The mayor's office asked for an inquiry into a councilman's behavior. By Jeffery C. Mays How a 'Hidden' $1.4 Billion Tax Will Make N.Y.C. Water Bills Rise Mayor Eric Adams is resurrecting a budget gimmick and charging rent to the city's Water Board, which will pass on the costs to ratepayers. By Dana Rubinstein Want more news? Check out our full coverage. The Mini Crossword: Here is today's puzzle. New York Today is published weekdays around 6 a.m. You can also find it at nytoday.com. ADVERTISEMENT Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for New York Today from The New York Times. To stop receiving New York Today, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018