The trailblazing actress who was born in Harlem Cicely Tyson has died at 96, died on Thursday afternoon, January 28th, 2021. Continue Reading →
Category Archives: Death
Like Nationwide Trends, Overdose Deaths Rise In NYC In First Quarter Of 2020
The Health Department today released new data on drug overdose deaths from East Harlem to Hollis. Continue Reading →
David Norman Dinkins, A Legacy Of Leadership And Love The Dinkins Family
The Dinkins family wishes to express their appreciation to everyone who has reached out with condolences, respect, and love. Continue Reading →
Touro College Remembers The Legendary David Dinkins NY’s First And Only Black Mayor
David Dinkins, New York’s first, and to date, only Black mayor, died yesterday. The American politician, lawyer, and author served as the 106th Mayor of New York City from 1990 to 1993. Continue Reading →
Police Athletic League Mourns The Passing Of David N. Dinkins
The Police Athletic League mourns the passing of David N. Dinkins who was a remarkable public servant. Continue Reading →
My Sister Who Practiced Her Calling In Harlem Died Needlessly Of COVID-19
Dr. Sheila Butler
As I write this, over 210,000 Americans have died from COVID-19. My sister is one of them. Continue Reading →