While the passing of Aretha Franklin sent shockwaves throughout the world, many were able to celebrate the life of the “Queen Of Soul.”

Today I join my community, my industry and the world in mourning the loss and celebrating the life of my dear sister, friend, and ally, Aretha Franklin.

Cathy Hughes is the Urban One/TV One founder and chair and is about to receive a special honor.

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Cathy Hughes' progeny and CEO of Radio One Alfred Liggins III imparted wisdom to graduates.

Radio One founder Cathy Hughes explains how Erica Campbell has impressed her throughout her successful career, and how she helped Cathy with her gospel symposium and other aspects of Radio One. She also muses about her love for GRIFF, reveals that she tries to book him any chance she gets, and even brings up one […]

Rickey Smiley got the opportunity to chat with Cathy Hughes, the founder of Radio One and the boss of literally everyone on the Rickey Smiley Morning Show. She celebrates ten years of the morning show and discusses why she loves Dish Nation and Rickey Smiley For Real. She also talks about being back on the […]

Hughes' naming ceremony will take place on October 23, according to WOL News Talk 1450 AM. Howard University has not made an official announcement.

Cathy Hughes, founder of Radio One (the parent company of this site), weighed in with some valuable words on the Black Lives Matter movement, which has often made headlines for its action in regards to efforts in Baltimore and Ferguson, and has spurred a national dialogue about race relations in America. Despite peaceful protests, circulating petitions, and […]