WHUR-FM (Washington, DC)

WHUR-FM, broadcasting at 96.3 FM, is a radio station focused on urban adult contemporary music. It is licensed in Washington D.C. and caters to the Metro D.C. region. Owned and run by Howard University, it stands out as one of the few commercial radio stations in the U.S. that is managed by a college or university. Additionally, it is the only independent, locally-owned radio station in Washington, D.C. The station’s staff also provides guidance and mentorship to students from the university's school of communications. Its studios are situated on the university's campus in the Lower Quad area, while the transmitter tower is located in Tenleytown. WHUR-FM is co-owned with WHUT-TV, which is one of the PBS affiliates in D.C.

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#502356

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#106507

Arts and Entertainment/Music

#1340

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DMV CAR CLUBS: CORVETTE CONVERSATIONS

1 week ago | whur.com | Harold Fisher

Corvette Affair, Fostercare, Golfing for Vets, HIV Testing Day and more Inside Community’s ChoiceRed Dress Gala, Corvette Club Affair, and More In Community’s ChoiceWHUR Fam Going All The Way Back To 1973A Boost of Hope: 5 Must See Acts of Kindness
DC CRIME: PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS

1 week ago | whur.com | Harold Fisher

THE JOURNEY: “ASB – To the World With Love”
HOW TO BE AN EFFECTIVE CO-PARENT

1 week ago | whur.com | Harold Fisher

What To Do With Your Children When Shut In By COVID-19Should You Be Friends With Your Ex? How To Tell Your Children “No” During The HolidaysA Conversation with 13-Year Old Author and Filmmaker, Miguel Coppedge
BUFFALO SOLDIERS IN MARYLAND: HISTORY AND COMMUNITY IMPACT

2 weeks ago | whur.com | Harold Fisher

WHUR Fam Going All The Way Back To 1973And This Is How You Build A Heritage Radio Station!A Boost of Hope: 5 Must See Acts of Kindness
UNITED WAY NAT’L CAPITAL AREA RELEASES NEW “ALICE” REPORT ADDRESSING DMV POVERTY

2 weeks ago | whur.com | Harold Fisher

Children, Poverty and the District of ColumbiaCreating The Next Generation of Leaders Through MentoringUnited Way NCA, Do More 24Help For The DMV’s Working PoorDo More 24…All For The Community
THE NAACP SPEAKS ABOUT AMERICA, FIVE YEARS AFTER THE MURDER OF GEORGE FLOYD.

2 weeks ago | whur.com | Harold Fisher

THE NAACP SPEAKS ABOUT AMERICA, FIVE YEARS AFTER THE MURDER OF GEORGE FLOYD.
A Party With A Purpose

2 weeks ago | whur.com | Bobby Gailes

It’s a party with a purpose fundraiser coming up to help our youth in DC. Richard Wright Public Charter Schools is hosting a Sundress, Sneakers, and Stogies affair and now is the time to get your ticket to get in on the fun. My guest this morning is Dr. Marco Clark – Founder and CEO of The Richard Wright Schools in DC Richard Wright Public Charter Schools Sundress, Sneakers and Stogies Affair is Friday, June 13th @ 7pm at North Hall at Eastern Market – 225 7th Street, SE Washington, DC 20003.
COPING WITH TRIGGERS FROM THE SEAN “DIDDY” COMBS TRIAL

2 weeks ago | whur.com | Harold Fisher

COPING WITH TRIGGERS FROM THE SEAN “DIDDY” COMBS TRIAL
Walk For Women’s Health

2 weeks ago | whur.com | Bobby Gailes

A chance this morning to lace up your sneakers for an important walk to raise awareness and funding about a disorder impacting Black pregnant women at a disproportionate rate. It’s the DC Promise Walk for Preeclampsia. My guest is Ebony Ford – Chair of the 2025 DC Promise Walk for PreeclampsiaThe DC Promise Walk for Preeclampsia is Saturday, May 24th at 9am on the National Mall.
***BREAKING NEWS*** FORMER PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN DIAGNOSED WITH PROSTATE CANCER

2 weeks ago | whur.com | Harold Fisher

***BREAKING NEWS*** FORMER PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN DIAGNOSED WITH PROSTATE CANCER Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, his office said Sunday. Biden was seen by doctors last week after urinary symptoms and a prostate nodule were found. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer on Friday, with the cancer cells having spread to the bone.