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.
Thousands attended Dr. Dorothy Height's funeral to remember the civil rights legend and National Council of Negro Women leader.
