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Biggie Smalls Mural Painted Over By Dispensary | Top NYC Stories

Catch up with the news making headlines today in New York City.

Catch up with the news making headlines today in New York City.
Catch up with the news making headlines today in New York City. (Google Maps)

Good evening, New York City Patch readers! We've assembled some of the most share-worthy stories from the city for today, just for you.

Here are the top five stories around New York City:

1. Remote learning for New York City's public school students during the snowstorm got off to a slippery, frustrating start as school officials confirmed widespread login issues for students. Read more.

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2. A web of anti-bird netting recently installed around long-standing scaffolding outside of a massive 320-unit Yorkville building is a literal death trap to the many birds who have already made the scaffolding their home. Read more.

3. A body found inside a burning vehicle on Monday night in Brooklyn has sparked an investigation, authorities said. Read more.

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4. New York City public school leaders have a message for parents and students frustrated by remote learning glitches during Tuesday's snowstorm: blame IBM, not us. Read more.

5. The recent cover-up of a mural serving as a tribute to Brooklyn native The Notorious B.I.G. has brought backlash to a new cannabis dispensary in Brooklyn. Read more.

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