The NYPD says two men are facing murder charges in the death of a Bronx fruit vendor earlier this month. Meanwhile, a new report shows two Brooklyn communities are thriving economically, despite the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, the New York City Department of Education has expanded its Black Studies program, making it part of the Citywide Public School Curriculum this year. WNYC’s Michael Hill speaks with Joe Schmidt and Brian Carlin from the Department of Education to learn more about teaching Black history in the city. Finally, 21 schools in New York, including 16 in the city, are being recognized as National Blue Ribbon Schools for their academic excellence.