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This story was originally reported by Candice Norwood of The 19th. Meet Candice and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. As The 19th makes plans for 2026, we want to hear from you. Complete our annual survey to let us know your thoughts. Viola Fletcher, the oldest living survivor of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, has...

By Ray Porter Jr. for Urban Media Today                            CHICAGO, ILL–Prior to Sunday’s game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Chicago Bears, it was confirmed that the Steelers have a 1-13 record in their last 13 games vs. the Bears in Chicago with their only win coming in a...

By Gerren Keith Gaynor/Originally published by thegrio Several advocacy groups are banding together for a new campaign urging American consumers to participate in a boycott against the nation’s largest corporations, which they say have folded to President Donald Trump‘s “bigoted and anti-democratic attacks on our communities and our values.” The “We Ain’t Buying it” economic pressure campaign, led by Black Voters Matter, Until Freedom, and...

NEW YORK,NY--The Studio Museum in Harlem, the nexus for art by artists of African descent nationally and internationally, opened its new home to the public on Saturday, November 15, with a celebratory Community Day. Designed by Adjaye Associates with Cooper Robertson as executive architect, the seven-floor, 82,000-square-foot building is the first home in the Studio Museum’s fifty-seven-year history created...

 2025 Urban Media Today Black College Football Rankings (11-24-25)  Rank  School Last Week Wins Loss Last Game  #1 Albany State #2 11 1 Beat Valdosta State 35-30 #2 Johnson C. Smith #1 10 2 Lost 21-7 to Frostburg State #3 Jackson   State #3 9 2 Beat Alcorn State 27-21 #4 South Carolina St #4 9 3 Beat Delaware State  28-17 #5 Benedict #10 10 2 Beat Wingate 25-24 THE NEXT FIVE  Rank  School LW Wins Loss Last Game  #6 Alabama State #7 8 2 Beat Ark Pine-Bluff 44-13 #7 Prairie View A&M #9 9 3 Beat Miss Valley St  59-6 #8 Kentucky State #6 9 3 Lost 45-24 to Newberry #9 Virginia Union #8 9 3 Lost 27-24 to California (Pa) #10 Delaware State #5 8 4 Lost 28-17 to S. Carolina...

By Ray Porter Jr. for Urban Media Today ATLANTA, GA--One week after getting defeated by one of College Football’s best (Notre Dame) The Pitt Panthers had another daunting test in facing one of the Atlantic Coast Conference’s (ACC) best in the 16th ranked Georgia Tech Yellowjackets, who are in the midst of their greatest start since 1966.  No one gave the...

By Brandon Walker for Urban Media Today Anthony Reagan Jr. exploded for 115 rushing yards and three touchdowns, powering Howard to a commanding 44-15 victory over Norfolk State on Senior Day on Saturday afternoon at Audi Field. After Howard (5-7, 2-3 MEAC Conference) won the toss and deferred, Norfolk State (1-11, 0-5 MEAC) took the ball to start the game. They...

Six Democratic members of Congress released a video on Tuesday targeted to members of the military and intelligence communities, advising them to defy any orders they are given that are illegal. In response, Trump posted the following on Truth Social: "SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR, punishable by DEATH!" This prompted the lawmakers--U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Representatives Chris Deluzio (D-PA-17), Jason...

By Kay Wicker/Originally published by thegrio After a couple in Illinois claimed they were forced to deliver their baby in their car after being discharged from the hospital, they are speaking out with their attorney. On Wednesday, Nov. 19, Mercedes and Leon Wells sat down with ABC News, along with their newborn daughter, Alena, and their attorney, Cannon Lambert, to share more about their ordeal...

(Family Features) Take Taco Tuesday up a notch with these easy Taco Cups that save room on your plate for dips, salsa and sides. Whether you like them mild or spicy, lightly topped or fully loaded, they’re a perfect solution for weeknight family dinners or weekend get-togethers. Find more Cookin’ Savvy creations at Culinary.net. Taco Cups Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Servings:...