N.Y. Today: How a Sweeping New Proposal Would Limit Police Use of Force in N.Y.

State's attorney general seeks to create a "last resort" rule for officers' use of physical force.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story May 22, 2021 Libby March for The New York Times How a Sweeping New Proposal Would Limit Police Use of Force in N.Y. The state's attorney general seeks to create a "last resort" rule for officers' use of physical force, and to impose new criminal penalties for those who break it. By Luis Ferré-Sadurní and Ali Watkins Dozens Arrested After Conflict in Gaza Leads to Clashes in Times Square At least 27 people were arrested after demonstrations in Times Square and the Diamond District in Midtown Manhattan. Several lawmakers have denounced the clashes. By Troy Closson Jail Guards Charged in Epstein Suicide Could Avoid Prosecution Two jail guards accused of browsing the internet and napping while Jeffrey Epstein killed himself reached a deal with prosecutors. By Ed Shanahan How Andrew Yang Won Over Ultra-Orthodox Brooklyn A slew of influential Jewish leaders endorsed Mr. Yang, motivated by one overriding issue: "Yeshivas, yeshivas, yeshivas." By Liam Stack New York City Lost 900,000 Jobs. Here's How Many Have Come Back. With restaurants leading the way, the New York job market is beginning to recover, but the pace is modest. By Patrick McGeehan New York City Unveils First Memorial for Victims of Covid-19 The Sanitation Department unveiled a statue dedicated to the essential workers it lost during the pandemic. It is likely to be the first of many such memorials. By Corey Kilgannon It's 'Showtime' Again on the New York Subway Our photographer has been riding the subway all year, talking to train conductors, students, tourists and more to see how New Yorkers are living their lives underground. By Ali Kate Cherkis 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. Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT SUBSCRIBE TODAY This newsletter is free, and highlights a small portion of New York Times journalism. To access all of it, consider becoming a subscriber with this special offer. Continue reading the main story 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 these emails, unsubscribe or manage your email preferences. 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