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March Madness and the men’s and women’s National Invitational Tournaments allow for post-season college basketball. Many local teams, including University of Maryland men’s and women’s basketball teams, are vying to win big in the national competitions. (Jonae Guest/The Washington Informer)

Local Teams Gear Up for March Madness

by Ed Hill March 19, 2025March 19, 2025

Members of Howard University women’s basketball team pose with April D. Taylor (center), CEO of The SVE Firm, and head coach Ty Grace (far right) at the "100 Women for Howard: A Legacy in Motion" brunch reception on March 6. Team players include (from left) Vannesa Blake, Ty Walker, Sa&’lah Hemmingway, Destiny Howell and Saniyah King. (Jonae Guest/The Washington Informer)

Howard University Women’s Basketball Unveils Groundbreaking ‘100 Women For Howard: A Legacy In Motion’ NIL Initiative

by Skylar Nelson March 19, 2025March 19, 2025

Howard guard Saniyah King was named the 2025 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Rookie of the Year on Tuesday after averaging 12 points and 4.7 assists per game during the regular season. (Courtesy of Howard University Athletics)

Saniyah King’s Desire for a MEAC Title is Rooted in Passion and Purpose

by Joshua Heron March 12, 2025March 14, 2025

Anthony Anderson, recipient of the 2025 UNCF President’s Award, speaks about his journey in academia and philanthropy and the importance of giving back at the UNCF “A Mind is…” Gala on March 6, held at The Westin in downtown D.C. (Jacques Benovil/The Washington Informer)

UNCF ‘A Mind Is…’ Gala Emphasizes Critical Value of Supporting HBCUs

by Micha Green March 7, 2025March 7, 2025

Virginia State men's basketball team is the 2025 victor of the men's basketball CIAA championship, defeating Bluefield State 71-64. (Courtesy of CIAA)

Virginia State Men, Fayetteville State Women Capture CIAA Crowns

by Ed Hill March 4, 2025March 4, 2025

The Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley presents a check to Dr. Forrest E. Harris, president of American Baptist College on Sunday, Feb. 9. (Courtesy photo)

Faith

The Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley Touts Value of HBCUs

by Hamil R. Harris February 18, 2025February 18, 2025

Howard University pharmacy students provide screening services to D.C. residents at Mcpherson Square in September 2023. (Courtesy photo)

Howard Makes History as Top-Tier Research University

by WI Web Staff February 13, 2025February 13, 2025

Howard University freshman Blake Harper is making waves and turning heads locally and on the national scene. (Courtesy of Howard University Athletics)

Howard University Finds Diamond in the Rough in Blake Harper

by Ed Hill February 12, 2025February 13, 2025

Abraham Mitchell, affectionately known as "Mr. CIAA" for his long-standing practice of sporting custom-made, flamboyant attire at the annual Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) tournaments, died on Jan. 7 at the age of 95. (Courtesy of HBCU Game Day via X)

HBCU Sports Community Mourns the Death of Basketball Conference Legend Abraham Mitchell, ‘Mr. CIAA’

by Jada Ingleton January 8, 2025January 8, 2025

**FILE** Howard University’s 100th homecoming celebration continues through Oct. 20, exemplifying the institution’s cultural contributions and legacy, and highlighting the week of programming as a place for African Americans to reflect, collaborate and foster the next generation of Black leaders. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

CHAVIS: We Must Work Together to Support the Sustainability of HBCUs in America

by Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis November 26, 2024December 11, 2024