Education is one of the most powerful tools you can have. So it’s no secret that in the history of the United States, there was a time when African-Americans were held back from educational opportunities because of the color of their skin. During slavery, slaves were killed because they knew how to read. After the […]

In 2008 if you were black and living in America you knew that you had a chance to make history and change the scope of the greatest country in the world by voting for Barack Obama.  There are no historical facts that minority voters come out simply to change history but the statistics of voter […]

In 2008 if you were black and living in America you knew that you had a chance to make history and change the scope of the greatest country in the world by voting for Barack Obama.  There are no historical facts that minority voters come out simply to change history but the statistics of voter […]

When it comes to making a little extra coin, a true hustler knows how to be creative and isn’t afraid to think outside of the box. However, diversifying one’s income is not just something for “regular folks” you may be surprised to see what some of the biggest Hip-Hop stars are working on when they’re […]

When it comes to making a little extra coin, a true hustler knows how to be creative and isn’t afraid to think outside of the box. However, diversifying one’s income is not just something for “regular folks” you may be surprised to see what some of the biggest Hip-Hop stars are working on when they’re […]

Black History Month

There are five issues of criminal justice reform that have long needed attention.

AARP and Radio One Cleveland presents Future History Makers 2021, recognizing those who are making history in the Cleveland community. Nominate the person you feel is making a difference in the lives of our youth.  The nomination and voting period begins January 4th and ends January 24th.   

Radio One is celebrating black history by saluting Future History Makers, people giving back to our community today to shape our tomorrow. Today we salute… Derrick Holifield, Principal of the Kenneth W. Clement Boys’ Leadership Academy. Mr. Holifield is currently the youngest Principal in the Cleveland Public Schools system. Since Mr. Holifield’s arrival, Clement Boys’ Leadership Academy has […]

Radio One is celebrating black history by saluting Future History Makers, people giving back to our community today to shape our tomorrow. Today we salute… Derrick Holifield, Principal of the Kenneth W. Clement Boys’ Leadership Academy. Mr. Holifield is currently the youngest Principal in the Cleveland Public Schools system. Since Mr. Holifield’s arrival, Clement Boys’ Leadership Academy has […]

A character guide to one of our featured Black History Month heroes, Sterling K. Brown.

All month we’ve been celebrating our achievers and dreamers and doers and thinkers and creators that prove the old adage that life begins at 40. If you’ve missed any honorees, check out the list so far: 40 – 30: Lucy McBath, Anthony Lynn, Broderick Johnson and more , 30 – 20: Chadwick Boseman, Kamala Harris, Regina King and […]