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Graphic designer Milton Glaser's original 1976 sketch for the "I ❤ NY" logo is held at the Museum of Modern Art

Source: The Museum of Modern Art

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Wednesday, July 31 — 9:05pm

Protesters interrupt de Blasio at Democratic debate with calls to fire NYPD officer Pantaleo, who placed Eric Garner in a chokehold

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Monday, July 29 — 11:28am

Another bicyclist struck and killed in Sunset Park this morning, bringing the total number of deaths to 18 this year

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Marijuana legislation takes a tiny step forward in New York with new law downgrading possession to a fine

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How the Opioid Crisis Arrived at New York’s Commuter Hubs

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