Urban One, Inc.

Urban One, Inc. is a diversified media company primarily targeting African American and urban consumers in the United States. Founded in 1980 by Cathy Hughes, the company's mission is to be the largest distributor of urban content, providing culturally relevant and integrated media experiences. Its headquarters are located in Silver Spring, Maryland.

The company operates across several key segments, including Radio Broadcasting (under the Radio One brand), Cable Television (through TV One and CLEO TV), Reach Media (syndicated radio programming), and Digital (via iOne Digital, which includes websites like Bossip, MadameNoire, and NewsOne). Urban One owns and/or operates numerous broadcast radio stations in major urban markets and its television networks reach millions of households, offering a broad range of original and licensed content.

Urban One is recognized as the largest African-American-owned broadcasting and diversified media company in the U.S., reaching a significant portion of Black America. Leadership includes Founder and Chairperson Cathy Hughes and President & CEO Alfred C. Liggins III. In recent news, as of May 1, 2026, Urban One announced agreements to acquire Dallas radio stations KKDA and KRNB while divesting KZMJ, a strategic move aimed at consolidating operations and expanding its footprint in high-growth markets. The company also announced a reverse stock split in January 2026.