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Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Sep 25

Via @afarmedia.bsky.social, travelers ranked mega (33 million passengers) airports based on "how easy it is to travel through the airport; the level of traveler trust; terminal facilities; airport staff; airport departure experience food, beverage, and retail offerings; and arrival experience."

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ProPublica @propublica.org · Sep 25

Black women in America are more than twice as likely as white women to have a stillbirth.

Getting physicians to take their concerns seriously is one reason for this disparity, they say: “If you’re a Black woman, you get dismissed.”

(Published Dec. 2022)

She Says Doctors Ignored Her Concerns About Her Pregnancy. For Many Black Women, It’s a Familiar Story.

Black women in America are more than twice as likely as white women to have a stillbirth. Getting physicians to take their concerns seriously is one reason for this disparity, they say: “If you’re a B...

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Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Sep 22

Urban Media Today Black College Football Rankings

WEEK 3: Jackson State, Benedict, South Carolina State remain in the top 3 this week, while Howard and Virginia Union climb back up to the top 5.

CLICK THE LINK IN OUR BIO FOR WEEK 3 FULL RANKINGS

#hbcufootball #siac #meac #swac #ciaa #ovc

Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Sep 22

In addition to their 5 turnovers (including a forced-fumble by Holcomb), the @pittsburghsteeler.bsky.social sacked @patriots.bsky.social QB Derrick Moye 5 times (led by 2 from LB TJ Watt and 1 by Harmon).

#steelers #steelersnation #patriots #nflweek3 #urbanmediatoday #urbanmediatodaytalkssports

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ProPublica @propublica.org · Sep 18

“They want to get Christians in office to change the ordinances, laws, rules and regulations to fit the Bible,” said one GOP activist who knows the Wilks family personally.

(Published Oct. 2024)

A Pair of Billionaire Preachers Built the Most Powerful Political Machine in Texas. That’s Just the Start.

Tim Dunn and Farris Wilks are poised to take their Christian nationalist agenda nationwide.

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Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Sep 18

🚨WE'RE BACK! 🚨

Urban Media Today Black College Football Rankings

#hbcusports #hbcufootball #siac #meac #swac #ciaa #ovc #blackcollegefootballrankings #urbanmediatodaysports

Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Sep 8

“I can’t say enough about Bos (K Chris Boswell). Our kicker is a serial killer, he’s got a low pulse rate, he can’t wait to deliver,” said @pittsburghsteeler.bsky.social Coach Mike Tomlin.

CLICK THE LINK IN OUR BIO to read UMT game coverage and analysis.

#steelers #steelersnation #herewego

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Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Aug 29

We recently had a long weekend in Ohio, and the best part was visiting some of the great vineyards. Ashtabula County has eighteen extant covered bridges. Of these, nine were constructed prior to 1900.

#travel #visitohio #vineyard #winery #ashtabulacounty #urbanmediatodaytravel

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Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Aug 25

Pitt Head Coach Pat Narduzzi announced the team captains for the 2025 season: OL Lyndon Cooper, LB Kyle Louis, DB Javon McIntyre, TE Jake Overman, and RB Desmond Reid.

#h2p #pittpanthers #pittfootball
#ncaafootball #collegefootball #accfootball #urbanmediatodaysports

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Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Aug 25

Three different Eagles had rushing touchdowns Saturday evening, and the @nccueagle.bsky.social football team opened the 2025 season with a 31-14 win over Southern University in the Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kick-Off at Center Parc Stadium.

#hbcusports #hbcufootball #ncaafootball

Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Aug 17

UMT Senior sports reporter Ray Porter Jr. asks @pittsburghsteeler.bsky.social rookie DE Yahya Black on his perspective of playing with team veterans.

#steelers #pittsburghsteelers #herewego #herewegosteelers #yahyablack #nfl #nflpreseason #urbanmediatodaysports

Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Aug 14

The WAMO: The Sound of The Steel City documentary is guaranteed to bring back many more cherished memories!

HELP US MAKE IT HAPPEN:

1. Donate to our Gofundme campaign! (LINK IN BIO)

2. Buy our LIMITED EDITION T-shirts! (LINK IN BIO)

3. Share our videos with your friends and family!

Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Aug 14

The defending HBCUAC postseason champion Dillard University finished atop the rankings with 155 points and 10 of 13 first-place votes. Conference newcomers Paul Quinn College and Huston Tillotson finished fifth and sixth, respectively.

#hbcu #hbcusports #hbcuvolleyball #urbanmediatodaysports

Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Jun 29

@mlb.com and @pirates.com icon Dave 'The Cobra" Parker has passed at the age of 74. In 1979, Parker helped the Pirates win the World Series and became the 2nd athlete to earn $1 million per year.

UMT's @rayporterjr details Parker's storied career. CLICK THE LINK IN BIO TO READ MORE.

#daveparker

Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Jun 17

With the 2025 season just around the corner, the University of Pittsburgh and Head Coach Pat Narduzzi have announced 19 student-athletes who have been added to the football roster.

#h2p #pitt #pittpanthers #ncaafootball #acc #urbanmediatodaysports

Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Jun 15

“Dads are most ordinary men turned into heroes, adventurers, and storytellers.” — Pam Brown

Happy Father's Day from UMT!

Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Jun 13

The 2025 Pitt football season will begin with Pittsburgh Day on Saturday, Aug. 30 vs. Duquesne and Kids Day on Saturday, Sept. 6 vs. Central Michigan.

CLICK THE LINK IN OUR BIO TO READ MORE

#h2p #pittfootball #pittpanthers #ncaafootball #urbanmediatodaysports

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Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Jun 11

New @pittsburghsteeler.bsky.social QB Aaron Rodgers: “There’s a few iconic franchises in the NFL. I played for one of them for 18 years. This is another one of those. There’s something special about this area.”

CLICK THE LINK IN OUR BIO TO READ MORE
#steelers #steelersnation #urbanmediatodaysports

Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Jun 6

UMT's Ray Porter, Jr.: "Rodgers comes to a Steelers team that has proven that they are ‘all-in’ with not only winning their 1st playoff game since the 2016 season, but to also cement themselves as a legitimate contender."

CLICK THE LINK IN OUR BIO TO READ THE FULL STORY

#steelers #aaronrodgers

Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Jun 5

Pitt Volleyball opens the season at home with the Blue/Gold exhibition at the Fitzgerald Field House on Aug. 16 and is free for all fans.

CLICK THE LINK IN BIO for full schedule

#ncaavolleyball #pittvolleyball #h2p #urbanmediatodaysports

Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Jun 5

Urban Media Today sends prayers and well wishes to @jayharrisespn.bsky.social as he has publicly disclosed his prostate cancer diagnosis. The beloved ESPN host was a former morning news anchor at WAMO-FM.

www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/vid...

'SportsCenter' host Jay Harris makes announcement

ESPN "SportsCenter" anchor Jay Harris shares a personal update that he hopes will inspire men, especially Black men, to take a closer look at their health.

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Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Jun 4

Via @pittsburghsteeler.bsky.social : The upcoming season will be jam-packed with fun entertainment, family-friendly activities, and events that benefit the southwestern Pennsylvania community.

CLICK THE LINK IN OUR BIO FOR FULL EVENT LISTING

#steelers #steelersnation #urbanmediatodaysports

Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · Jun 2

Celebrate Black Music Month! Our history is indelibly tied to our music—consider donating to help preserve the legacy of Pittsburgh’s historic Black radio station!

www.gofundme.com/f/support-th...

#blackmusicmonth #blackhistory #blackhistorymatters #urbanradio #blackradio #pittsburgh #donate

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Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · May 29

@meacsports will hold its 2025 Football Media Day on Tuesday, July 22, at M&T Bank Stadium, home of the National Football League’s (NFL) Baltimore Ravens, in Baltimore, Maryland.

#hbcu #hbcupride #hbcusports #ncaafootball #meac #baltimoreravens #urbanmediatodaysports
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Urban Media Today @urbanmediatoday.bsky.social · May 19

"I'm truly blessed and excited to be here at Benedict College. This is a special place with a proud legacy, and I'm ready to get to work," Jackson said

#hbcu #hbcusports #ncaabasketball #benedictcollege #TheBESTofBC#urbanmediatodaysports
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