When it comes to being a Black music journalist, though, the responsibility to uphold the culture and give an honest take on the musicians representing us becomes all the more significant.

Even though a pair of former Norfolk State University roommates hadn't seen each other in 21 years, their brotherhood proved to stand the test of time after one provided a part of his liver to the other during a rare transplant surgery.

Seeing what pioneers like Dapper Dan started and successors like Kerby Jean-Raymond continue to do as designers in Black fashion today proves that we’re only beginning to see what our culture will do in the field moving forward.

Celebrity News

Wendy Williams Denies Mental Health Allegations   Wendy Williams is finally speaking out for the first time ever to address recent reports about her mental health. The 57-year-old’s funds were recently reportedly frozen at Wells Fargo bank. Wendy’s attorney has released a statement where he explains that, “Wendy ‘has employed holistic health professionals to help […]

Black History

Long before there was the “Houston Texas Baby” native, Beyoncé, there was a woman by the name of Anna Mae Bullock, born in the “Nutbush City Limits”, Tennessee. We would later call her Tina Turner, the Queen Of Rock ’N’ Roll. November 25, 1967 Turner became the first female and black artist to grace the […]

Beauty is a billion-dollar industry and with Black dollars at stake, these ladies are cashing in big time.

The NBA had shooters like Dale Ellis, Reggie Miller and Ray Allen - now Steph Curry reigns supreme.

Regardless of the field of endeavor – science, sports, business, politics – women have shattered long-held traditions, customs, and taken their rightful places in the world. From running companies to running countries. Gender equal leadership will lead to a more inclusive and effective society. 

Although history has taught us that former U.S. President Thomas Jefferson is the one who invented the American version of macaroni and cheese, we're here to inform you for Black History Month that it was actually created by Jefferson's enslaved Black chef, James Hemings.

Urban One is celebrating black history by saluting Future History Makers, people giving back to our community today to shape our tomorrow. Columbus Native and West High School Class of 2008 graduate Ralphiel Hughley has always had a passion for sports, especially football and Kids. During high school Ralphiel was a stellar athlete playing football, […]

From Leila Foley to Keisha Lance Bottoms, Black women have occupied high office in their cities.

You can't talk about the history of comedy without mentioning a few names. Richard Pryor and Bernie Mac are two comedians are considered legends in stand-up comedy. But who was the first black comedian? What about the black female comedians?