Clarence Williams III, who was a Black power icon in the 1960s and 1970s, has died.
Sylvia Woods, the founder of famed Sylvia's Soul Food Restaurant in Harlem, has died. She was 86.
Piri Thomas, the author known for the best-selling book "Down These Mean Streets" has died today (October 17, 2011). He was 83.
Murphy, 18, one of the top-rated basketball players in the country, was killed in Harlem's Grant Houses at about 4:10 a.m., police said.
Clarice Taylor, who played Dr. Cliff Huxatable's mother, passed away Monday at the age of 93.
Civil Rights Activist, Malcolm X, was assassinated 46 Years Ago today.
