What does Pittsburgh Courier do?

The New Pittsburgh Courier is a weekly African-American newspaper based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Established in 1907, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious Black newspapers in the United States. The newspaper gained national prominence under the leadership of Robert Lee Vann, becoming the largest and most influential Black newspaper in the nation with a circulation of 250,000. Currently owned by Real Times Media, the New Pittsburgh Courier publishes an award-winning edition every Wednesday. It provides local news and advertising services to the Pittsburgh community, serving as a trusted platform for Black expression and community engagement. The newspaper operates with a team of 21-50 employees and has an estimated annual revenue of nearly $2 million.