The Columbia Urban Broadcast Network (CUBN) is a bold, independent voice dedicated to truth, empowerment, and progress. As a proud member of the South Carolina Press Association, we amplify underrepresented voices and deliver unfiltered news, powerful analysis, and stories that matter most to our community. Guided by integrity and a passion for justice, we confront tough issues, celebrate local achievements, and stand firm against censorship and misinformation. At CUBN, we’re building more than media—we’re fostering a well-informed, resilient, and vibrant community.
WE ARE THE CUBN
Closing the information gap since 2022
The Columbia Urban Broadcast Network (CUBN) owes its inception to the generous support of City of Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and Richland County Councilman Derrek Pugh, who sponsored Hospitality Tax contributions in 2019 to promote tourism, local artists, performers, and the rich natural beauty and history of Columbia and Richland County, especially its people.
The Broad River Business Alliance played a crucial role in creating a small business network of information that has impacted policy at local and state levels. This network has also supported programs aimed at reducing poverty and crime in communities of color.
Over the past three years, under the leadership of founder and Editor Javar Juarez, CUBN has evolved into a canonical community news platform. Mr. Juarez has been dedicated to ensuring marginalized communities receive in-depth coverage and stay informed about core stories behind the news.
CUBN has amassed over 5,000 daily readers and has grown to more than 50,000 subscribers.
In mid-2023, Mr. Juarez discovered that social media algorithms were censoring much of the network’s content, including political coverage. This challenge led him to rebuild the network’s infrastructure twice to overcome the throttling of progressive-themed videos and coverage of complex social issues within Black communities in South Carolina.
Despite these setbacks and without additional government support, CUBN has continued to close the information gap in the Midlands. Quality journalism and in-depth analysis are often hidden behind paywalls, making it difficult for low-wage and poor individuals to access the truth. CUBN stands against the tide of propaganda prevalent in local news media, which often supports agendas of white supremacy, hatred, xenophobia, bigotry, misogyny, racism, and discrimination.
CUBN is committed to truth, integrity, and moral excellence. Our associates, contractors, vendors, and partners are all dedicated to providing uncensored, data-backed information. We pledge to always seek and represent the truth impartially.
Thank you for your continued support of community news and for amplifying community voices. Good governance and charity start at home.
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