N.Y. Today: Ex-Manager Says R. Kelly Thought Aaliyah, 15, Was Pregnant With His Baby

The third day of Mr. Kelly's trial focused on his 1994 marriage to Aaliyah.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story August 21, 2021 Jim Cooper/Associated Press Ex-Manager Says R. Kelly Thought Aaliyah, 15, Was Pregnant With His Baby The third day of Mr. Kelly's trial focused on his 1994 marriage to the singer, which prompted early scrutiny of his dealings with underage girls. By Troy Closson and Emily Palmer Cuomo Continues to Challenge His Accusers as Moving Trucks Are Loaded With Gov. Andrew Cuomo set to leave office in a few days, his lawyer again challenged the credibility of the inquiry that led to his departure. By Luis Ferré-Sadurní Kathy Hochul Is Looking in New York City for a Second-in-Command Ms. Hochul, New York's governor-in-waiting, plans to pick a No. 2 who is a downstate lawmaker and a person of color, to give her a balanced ticket in the 2022 primary. By Luis Ferré-Sadurní and Jeffery C. Mays The Harlem Hellfighters Were War Heroes. Then They Came Home to Racism. An exceptional unit of Black soldiers who fought in World War I will receive the Congressional Gold Medal. By Precious Fondren Catholic Officials on Edge After Reports of Priests Using Grindr A conservative Catholic media organization, The Pillar, has published several reports claiming the use of dating apps at several churches and the Vatican. By Liam Stack What to Know About Evictions and Rent Relief in New York After the Supreme Court blocked the central component of New York's eviction moratorium, pressure is building on the state to dole out pandemic rent relief. By Mihir Zaveri 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. Subscribe Today We hope you've enjoyed this newsletter, which is made possible through subscriber support. Subscribe to The New York Times with this special offer. Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT 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