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Columbia Urban Broadcast Network



South Carolina Expands Paid Parental Leave for State Workers, but Most Families Will Still Be Left Behind
South Carolina expands paid parental leave for state workers, recognizing stillbirth and broadening benefits under Sen. Darrell Jackson’s bill.
CUBNSC
5 hours ago5 min read


WE REVERSE ENGINEERED THE YOUTH TAKEOVER MOVEMENT
Juneteenth ended early in Columbia, SC. CUBN investigated the ecosystem that produced it: gangs, grief, three wounded generations & no plan.
Javar Juarez
3 days ago19 min read


CHAOS OR COMMUNITY The 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Fest at Finlay Park Ends in Shutdown — and a Reckoning Columbia Cannot Afford to Avoid
When Juneteenth ended early at Finlay Park, the real question became not who fought, but what failed our community.
Javar Juarez
5 days ago11 min read


“Forever 25”: Community Mourns Ty’Shon Vogt as Richland County Shuts Down Jerk Hut
Family and friends honor Ty’Shon Vogt at a balloon release as Richland County shuts down The Jerk Hut after the fatal shooting.
Javar Juarez
7 days ago6 min read


Jasmine Crockett Calls Out Democrats at SC NAACP: "We Just Can't Be the Lesser of Two Evils"
Jasmine Crockett tells Democrats they can’t be the “lesser of two evils” and expect Black voters to keep showing up unquestioned.
Javar Juarez
Jun 148 min read


A New SC Dream Team: The Political Machine the Establishment Never Saw Coming
How Jermaine Johnson and the New SC slate defeated money, insiders, and expectations in South Carolina’s 2026 primary.
Javar Juarez
Jun 1314 min read


Aging In Place in Columbia: AARP Brings the Village to Busby Street
AARP brings health, aging-in-place resources, and community support to Columbia seniors at Busby Street Community Center.
Javar Juarez
Jun 119 min read


Jermaine Johnson Becomes South Carolina's Democratic Nominee for Governor
Jermaine Johnson wins South Carolina’s Democratic gubernatorial nomination, defeating millionaire rivals with a decisive grassroots victory.
Javar Juarez
Jun 109 min read


“This Fight Isn’t Over”: Family Vows Civil Lawsuit as Protesters and Civil Rights Leaders Challenge Rick Chow Verdict
“Let Cyrus Be the Last One”: Civil Rights Leaders, Family, and Protesters Launch New Fight After Verdict in Cyrus Carmack-Belton Killing
Javar Juarez
Jun 36 min read
Local Black History Feature:
Goodwill Plantation
17.5 Million Dollar estate built on the backs of the enslaved in Richland County

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