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The Apollo Theater had a huge night during their annual Spring Benefit raising a record-breaking $3.7 million including a $500,000 gift from Tyler Perry who made the surprise announcement during his acceptance speech.

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The iconic late rapper Big L will be honored with a street being named after him in his Harlem neighborhood. The news was revealed through the social media account dedicated to a documentary about his life. The naming ceremony will take place on May 28th.

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Legendary R&B artist and music industry executive Michael Bivins is joining the upcoming Harlem Festival of Culture as its creative director. The BellBivDevoe and New Edition co-founder spoke about the role while filming a documentary covering his life and career.

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The 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival was the backdrop for Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson's Oscar-winning documentary, Summer of Soul, and a reimagining of the original format was announced this week. Titled the Harlem Festival of Culture, the annual event will kick off in 2023.

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A Harlem man has been arrested and charged for the murder of infamous drug kingpin Alberto "Alpo" Martinez.

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Alpo Martinez has been dead for months and his story continues to get more interesting. A new article explores his double life as a member of the witness protection program.

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Flock, real name Kevin Perez, allegedly shot Oscar Hernandez after arguing with him in the neck and back and authorities believe the shooting is connected to gang activity.

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According to published reports, Diddy's Capital Prep Harlem will move to the Church Of All Saints and School after the Bad Boy hitmaker decided he wanted to accept more students.

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Even in his afterlife, Alpo’s name continues to ring bells. A new article details his low profile life in Maine under an alias.

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More details about Alpo Martinez’s murder are now starting to come to the light. In an in-depth interview his son gives the public some more insight on his passing.

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Alpo Martinez, the infamous Harlem drug kingpin, was reportedly shot and killed on Saturday night, early Sunday morning (October 30).

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There is no street style without Harlem. A new exhibit details the iconic neighborhood’s contribution to American style and more.