N.Y. Today: Penny Trial Defense Shifts Focus From Choke to Sickle Cell and Drug Use

Daniel Penny's lawyers called an expert who argued that a mix of factors led to Mr. Neely's death.

View in browser|nytimes.com November 23, 2024 Jefferson Siegel for The New York Times Penny Trial Defense Shifts Focus From Choke to Sickle Cell and Drug Use Lawyers for Daniel Penny, who is accused of choking Jordan Neely to death, called an expert who argued that a combination of factors led to Mr. Neely's death. By Hurubie Meko and Anusha Bayya New York's Soccer Clubs Meet in a Playoff, and the Loathing Is Mutual The Red Bulls and the New York City Football Club face one another on Saturday. Much of the metro area is blasé, but the fan bases are frothing. By David Waldstein Trump's Sentencing in New York Is Officially on Hold The judge in the case confirmed that the former and future president, who was convicted on 34 felony counts, would not receive his punishment next week. By Ben Protess Congestion Pricing Plan Set to Come to New York City on Jan. 5 The Federal Highway Administration approved the program on Friday, though it could still be stopped by lawsuits. President-elect Donald Trump is also opposed to the plan. By Ana Ley New N.Y.P.D. Boss Takes Over a Department With 'Phenomenal Problems' Jessica Tisch will oversee top officials who have behaved questionably in public and private. Her supporters say she does not put up with posturing or incompetence. By Maria Cramer and Hurubie Meko 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. 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