Harlem Fave “The Black Godfather,” Clarence Alexander Avant, 1931-
Clarence Alexander Avant, born February 25, 1931, is an American music executive, entrepreneur, and film producer, who also goes by the name of “The Black Godfather”.
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Harlem’s Leslie Uggams, Lynn Whitfield And Others Are Blue At The Apollo Theater
Today, producers Brian Moreland, Ron Simons, Eric Falkenstein, Mike Jackson and singer John Legend announced complete casting for Blue.
Senate Majority Takes Major Steps To Combat The Opioid Crisis From Harlem To The Hudson
The Senate Majority today advanced bills to combat substance misuse and protect New York communities from the scourge of opioid addiction.
Dining With Miss Lil: Harlem EatUp, Humana And Melba’s Host Healthy Eats for Seniors
By Lil Nickelson Harlem EatUp Foundation (“Harlem EatUp”), Humana (“Humana”) and Melba’s Restaurant (“Melba’s”) joined forces on Wednesday, June 26th, 2019 to present a two-hour private cooking demonstration of healthy dishes to Harlem seniors.
Congress Member John Lewis Lauds The Legendary Links And Dr. Kimberly Jeffries Leonard
Noted civil rights icon Congressmember and Harlem fave John Lewis closed out Women’s HERstory Month recognizing The Links, Incorporated as a distinguished organization of outstanding community service and influence.
Stephanie’s World: Black Refractions, Highlights From The Studio Museum In Harlem
By Stephanie Woods The Studio Museum in Harlem and AFA -American Federation of Arts, have begun a national tour.
Harlem Hellfighters, Harlem, NY 1913 (Photographs)
The 369th Infantry Regiment, formerly known as the 15th New York National Guard Regiment, was an infantry regiment of the United States Army that saw action in World War I and World War II.
Aretha Franklin, “The Queen Of Soul,” 1942 – 2018 (Video)
Aretha Louise Franklin (March 25, 1942 – August 16, 2018) was an American singer and songwriter.
The Radicalization Of Ray Richardson: Suspicion Still Surrounds Death of Black Activist TV Producer
(This artical was originally posted on November 3, 2013.) By Jeffrey B. Perry and Charles V. Richardson In January, 1971, the young producer of Boston public television’s groundbreaking program Say Brother, was found dead in a Mexican resort, along with his fiancé.
East Harlem’s Vito Anthony Marcantonio, Seven-Term U.S. Congressman (Video)
Vito Anthony Marcantonio, December 10, 1902 – August 9, 1954, was an Italian-American lawyer and communist politician.
Harlem/Havana Music & Cultural Festival 2017 From Harlem To The W Hotel
This week, the Harlem/Havana Music & Cultural Festival – an international visual and performing arts, fashion, education and culinary exchange kicks in.
Attend The 2017 Arthur Ashe Kids Day Kick Off (Update)
Today, the United States Tennis Association (USTA) announced a star-studded lineup for the 2017 Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day powered by Net Generation.
Harlem Presbyterian Church, Harlem, NY,1890-1915
The Harlem Presbyterian Church, East 125th Street and Madison Avenue, Harlem, New York, undated, 1890-1915.
East Harlem’s Vito “I Vote My Conscience” Marcantonio (Video)
Harlem’s Vito Anthony Marcantonio, December 10, 1902 – August 9, 1954, was an Italian-American lawyer and democratic socialist politician. Originally a member of the Republican Party and a supporter of Fiorello LaGuardia, he switched to the American Labor Party.
Virginia Man Gets Life For Killing Harlem Dad
A Manhattan judge threw the book at a Virginia man Wednesday for the “monstrous” murder of a Harlem father who died in his elderly mother’s arms.