About this episode
24-year-old Daniel Penny, responsible for the fatal choking of Jordan Neely, is now in police custody, freshman Representative George Santos evades prosecution in Brazil, a proposed bill by state regulators may soon allow Long Islanders access to pot bars, and in sports, the Carolina Panthers have ousted the New Jersey Devils in Game 5, with the Knicks playing Miami tonight in Game 6. Also, as the MTA's 'congestion pricing' plan draws near, the agency has released an updated report on the program to charge drivers a fee to enter Manhattan below 60th Street. WNYC's Michael Hill sits with transportation reporter Stephen Nessen to discuss the changes. Finally, the Netflix hit series “Bridgerton,” which captures a 19th century British family during high society’s social season ,is inspiring a new immersive experience in New York City, bringing fans of the show together. WNYC’s culture and arts reporter Precious Fondren has more.