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Every Wednesday night in February, Channel Pittsburgh is dedicating its programming to celebrating the accomplishments and contributions of African Americans for Black History Month. Channel Pittsburgh is a non-profit streaming television station available for free to anyone with a Roku-enabled television set. This programming includes rare “race films” --- movies specifically made about African Americans for an African American audience --- that were largely produced outside...

By Ed Hill, Jr., retired Howard Sports Information Director   WASHINGTON (January 19, 2026) --- Senior guard Ose Okojie (Brampton, Canada) scored a career-high 21 points and junior guard Cedric Taylor III (Atlanta) and sophomore forward Travelle Bryson (Anderson, S.C.) had 16 points and 12 points, respectively, but it was some clutch free throw shooting and a strong defensive stand down the stretch that propelled the Howard University...

PITTSBURGH – With the University of Pittsburgh’s 2026 spring academic term underway and the transfer portal closed, Pitt Football and Head Coach Pat Narduzzi announced the enrollment of 16 transfer student-athletes who have joined the Panthers. The transfer class adds experience and depth across multiple position groups, including two tight ends, two offensive linemen, one running back, one wide receiver, one quarterback, two...

By Brandon Walker for Urban Media Today Diggy Coit scored an XFINITY Center record 43 points as Maryland won its first conference game of the season by defeating Penn State 96-73 on Sunday afternoon. Coit’s scoring output was one point shy of Maryland’s school record set by Ernie Graham (44 points) on December 20, 1978, against North Carolina State. Penn State...

By Paula Span Let’s be clear: The primary reason to be vaccinated against shingles is that two shots provide at least 90% protection against a painful, blistering disease that a third of Americans will suffer in their lifetimes, one that can cause lingering nerve pain and other nasty long-term consequences. The most important reason for older adults to be vaccinated against...

Did you know that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s famous, “I Have a Dream” speech was partially improvised and that the iconic phrase was left out of the original draft? While King had used the line in several speeches in the months prior to the March on Washington on August 28, 1963, a few of his advisors questioned its use...

By Ron Pitts for Urban Media Today Head Coach Brad Brownell and the #22 Clemson Tigers (15-3), undefeated in the ACC, put up their 9-0 home record up against head coach Jai Lucas and the Miami Hurricanes (15-2). The Hurricanes are also undefeated in ACC play and 3-0 on the road. Something had to give in this matchup between two ACC...

By Ebony JJ Curry This story was originally reported by Ebony JJ Curry of The 19th. Meet Ebony and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. Detroit was the first place Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered an early version of what would become his “I Have a Dream” speech. He recited it on June 23, 1963,...

By Brandon Walker for Urban Media Today Ranked showdowns in women's college basketball not only capture national spotlight but also have the power to reshape conference dynamics, and Sunday's clash was no different. Jolani Cambridge scored 28 points, grabbed nine rebounds, and recorded eight assists as No. 19 Ohio State scored a huge conference road win over No. 8 Maryland...

(Family Features) If you’re feeling pressure to plan the perfect Valentine’s Day date, it may be time to veer away from tradition. While flowers, chocolates and dinner for two is a classic, thinking outside the box can make for just as romantic of an experience. Consider these simple date ideas to reduce stress and make your day extra special. Take a...