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The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture is officially launching a new exhibit that highlights the deep archival collections of historically Black colleges and universities. Titled “At the Vanguard: Making and Saving History at HBCUs,” the exhibition opened Friday, January 16, and is scheduled to run through July 19. Visitors have the […]
Virginia’s redistricting effort is somewhat of a Hail Mary, considering it has to pass twice through the Grand Assembly and be put to a public vote.
Former D.C. Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie announced his campaign for mayor this week, joining a growing field of candidates in an open race after Mayor Muriel Bowser announced in November that she would not seek a fourth term. McDuffie shared the news in a video posted to Instagram, filmed in Stronghold, the Northeast D.C. neighborhood where […]
The Baltimore Ravens’ 2026 opponents are officially set, featuring AFC North rivals, the AFC and NFC South, and tough road games against the Bills and Cowboys.
D.C. Celebrates 50 Years of Go-Go at the 2026 Go-Go Awards Washington, D.C.’s signature sound took center stage at the 2026 Go-Go Awards, as the city celebrated 50 years of go-go music at the historic Lincoln Theatre. The annual ceremony honored the artists, bands, and culture shapers who continue to preserve and evolve the genre […]
Go-Go music, D.C.'s official sound, celebrated at 2026 awards honoring legends and next gen preservers.
After 10 years as mayor, Muriel Bowser says leadership is about results, resilience, and telling people the truth. In a recent interview with Radio One DC’s Tanisha Nichole, Bowser discussed her decision not to seek reelection and the lessons she hopes future leaders take with them. Bowser described her tenure as one focused on delivering […]
This story offers a rare glimpse into how a few students are thinking about AI, not as a shortcut, but as a tool they are actively negotiating.
Many students are still bracing for what could be a difficult season of stretching meals and relying on campus pantries to fill the gaps left by inconsistent federal support.
From glimmering light displays along the waterfront to festive public art, outdoor markets, and iconic trees that draw visitors from across the country, the D.C. region transforms into a winter playground this time of year. Whether you’re looking for a cozy stroll through Old Town, a dazzling nighttime photo walk by the monuments, or family-friendly […]
Over 50 years ago, Cathy Hughes, the founder and chairperson of Urban One, was one of the very first faculty members of the School of Communications at Howard University.
The Bison One Newsroom, a collaboration between Howard University and NewsOne, serves as a lighthouse for the future of diverse, timely, community-oriented journalism.