“If I can help a few thousand people, then I know that my work has not been in vain.” – Cathy Hughes, 1985 The Radio one legacy begins with the flagship station WOL. In those days what we now know as Radio One was “Almic Broadcasting”; named after the sons of Catherine L Hughes and […]

Cathy Hughes Radio One 30th Anniversary from BlackPlanet.com on Vimeo. WOL 30 Days Of Giving Back October Event Time Location 1 October 1st: 11:00-1:00p.m. Keys to Life Foundation, mentoring youth ages 13-16 11a-1p 7611 South Osborne Road Upper Marlboro 2 5k AIDS Walk with the Whitman Walker Clinic 7a- 1p Freedom Plaza , Pennsylvania AVE […]

The Radio Hall of Fame Will Induct Ms. Hughes in November, bestowing its Emerson Award to the founder of Radio One. Hughes is being recognized for her influence and lasting impact on the world of broadcasting. The annual Radio Hall of Fame ceremony will take place November 6, 2010 in Chicago. Here are a few […]

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