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AURN News brings you the stories that matter to Black America. Since 1973, American Urban Radio Networks has amplified Black voices and covered the issues that shape our lives. As the only Black-owned media network with a White House bureau, AURN delivers trusted, timely news from Capitol Hill, as well as This Day in History, health & wellness, finance, education, technology, and entertainment.
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Trump Threatens 35% Tariff on Canada Over Fenta...
Trump threatens a sweeping 35% tariff on Canadian imports, blaming fentanyl concerns, as Canadian leaders push back.
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North Carolina Gov. Stein Vetoes DEI Rollback B...
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein vetoes three bills targeting diversity, equity and inclusion programs — even as Trump dismantles DEI at the federal level.
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Judge Blocks Trump Order Ending Birthright Citi...
A federal judge halts Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship, calling it unconstitutional and harmful to children.
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Michigan’s Abortion Access: Legal But Out of Re...
Abortion is legal in Michigan, but Medicaid funding restrictions keep access out of reach for many low-income residents.
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#OTD in 1943: Arthur Ashe Born
Born on this day in 1943, Arthur Ashe was a champion on the tennis court and a powerful advocate for civil rights and global health.
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Poll Finds Voters Reject Trump Budget, Support ...
A new poll finds growing opposition to Trump’s budget plan — and strong bipartisan support for key social programs like Social Security and Medicare.
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Trump Administration Sanctions U.N. Investigato...
The Trump administration imposes sanctions on U.N. human rights investigator Francesca Albanese — a move critics say chills accountability over Israel’s war in Gaza.
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IRS Clears Churches to Endorse Candidates, Spar...
The IRS quietly signals a shift that could allow churches to endorse candidates — and critics say it threatens the line between church and state.
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Will This HBCU Train the Next Generation of AI ...
Clark Atlanta University is teaming up with IBM to ensure HBCU students don’t just learn AI — they help build it, too.
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Supreme Court Backs Trump’s Plan to Reshape Fed...
The Supreme Court’s ruling clears the path for President Trump’s sweeping changes to the federal workforce — and critics are sounding the alarm.
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#OTD: Dr. Daniel Hale Williams’ Groundbreaking ...
On July 9, 1893, Dr. Daniel Hale Williams changed medicine forever with the first successful open-heart surgery — defying racial norms and medical odds.
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Trump’s PSLF Crackdown Could Deny Forgiveness b...
Trump’s Department of Education may tie loan forgiveness to ideology — denying PSLF relief to workers in immigrant or LGBTQ-supportive organizations.
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Tariff Pause or Trade Strategy? Trump Delays Re...
Trump delays new tariffs on billions in goods — but the economic fallout is already hitting wallets and global allies.
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Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick: Trump’s Law Is ‘Devas...
Trump’s sweeping new law slashes Medicaid, food aid, and student benefits — with the deepest cuts delayed until after 2026.
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Preserving Rustin: A Digital Archive for a Quee...
A new digital archive celebrates Bayard Rustin’s role in the civil rights and LGBTQ movements, featuring rare footage and personal collections.
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Underrepresentation Persists: Black Staffers on...
Despite gains in diversity across Congress, Black top staffers remain underrepresented in House offices.
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Musk Launches ‘America Party’ Amid Feud With Trump
Elon Musk enters electoral politics with a new “America Party,” escalating tensions with President Trump.
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Devastation in Texas: 80 Dead as Floods Ravage ...
A devastating flash flood kills at least 80 in Texas, including 27 at a summer camp. More rain is on the way.
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Layoffs Surge Despite Trump’s Job Growth Claims
New data shows rising layoffs in key sectors like retail and tech, challenging claims of a strong economy under President Trump.
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Court Clears South Sudanese Deportations Amid T...
A 6‑3 Supreme Court decision paves the way for deporting South Sudanese men despite warnings of torture; dissenters charge political motives.
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#OTD in 1881: Booker T. Washington’s Tuskegee L...
On this day in 1881, Booker T. Washington founded Tuskegee Institute — now Tuskegee University — launching a legacy of Black educational excellence.
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Black Unemployment Rose in June Despite Job Gains
The latest U.S. jobs report shows rising Black unemployment and widening racial gaps — despite overall growth in the labor market.
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Jeffries Uses “Magic Minute” to Stall GOP Megabill
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries launches a marathon speech to protest GOP Medicaid cuts, spotlighting voices from across America.
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Diddy Denied Bail After Sex Crimes Verdict
Sean “Diddy” Combs remains behind bars after being found guilty under the Mann Act. Prosecutors call him a continued threat.
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Judge Strikes Down Trump’s Asylum Ban
A federal judge ruled that Trump overstepped his authority in trying to deny asylum to migrants crossing outside official ports.
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