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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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Immigrant Abrego Fights Deportation to Uganda
Immigrant Kilmar Abrego Garcia, mistakenly deported earlier this year, now faces possible removal to Uganda in a case lawyers call political retribution.
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Remembering Aaliyah’s Lasting Legacy
Twenty-four years after her death, Aaliyah’s music, films, and artistry continue to shape R&B and inspire today’s stars.
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FBI Raids Trump Critic John Bolton
The FBI raided John Bolton’s home and office in a classified documents investigation, fueling fears of Trump’s retribution.
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Judge Orders Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Shu...
A federal judge has ordered Florida’s controversial “Alligator Alcatraz” detention camp shut down within 60 days, citing rushed construction and environmental violations.
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Huey P. Newton: Black Panther Leader’s Life and...
Huey P. Newton, co-founder of the Black Panther Party, was killed in Oakland on Aug. 22, 1989. His life, work, and legacy continue to resonate in today’s movements for justice.
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Uganda Agrees to U.S. Deportation Deal
Uganda agrees to take in deportees from the U.S. under strict conditions, raising questions about America outsourcing its migrant dilemma.
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Texas GOP Pushes Trump-Backed Map in Redistrict...
Texas Republicans advanced a congressional map to give President Donald Trump an edge, as redistricting fights erupt nationwide.
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Texas GOP Pushes Controversial Redistricting Map
Texas Republicans pushed through a new congressional map to flip Democratic seats, prompting lawsuits and nationwide political backlash.
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Target CEO Brian Cornell to Step Down Amid Losses
Target CEO Brian Cornell is stepping down after 11 years as the retailer faces losses, backlash and stock declines. Michael Fiddelke will take over.
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Fed Flags Tariffs in Stalled Inflation Fight
The Federal Reserve warns that tariffs are fueling inflation pressures, stalling disinflation, and clouding the outlook for rate cuts.
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Backlash Mounts as Trump Orders Smithsonian Ove...
President Trump targets the Smithsonian’s African American museum in a sweeping review, raising fears of censorship and political interference.
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Trump Orders Review of Smithsonian Museums
President Trump confirmed a White House review of Smithsonian museums, criticizing their focus on slavery and calling them “out of control.”
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DC Leads Nation in Jobless Rate
The District of Columbia tops the nation in unemployment for the third straight month, fueled by federal layoffs and shrinking tourism.
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Slowest Housing Market in a Decade
The housing market is slowing at its fastest pace in 10 years, with buyers sidelined by high prices, mortgage rates, and limited supply.
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#OTD in 1958: Clara Luper’s First Sit-In Sparke...
Clara Luper and her students led a historic sit-in on Aug. 19, 1958, sparking a wave of protests that helped dismantle segregation.
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Trump, Texas and California Clash in Redistrict...
Trump-backed GOP redistricting plans in Texas and Democratic pushback in California set the stage for a high-stakes fight over control of Congress.
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Trump Vows to End Mail-In Voting During Zelensk...
During a meeting with President Zelenskyy, Trump vowed an executive order to end mail-in ballots, reviving false fraud claims.
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Trump’s Trade War Drives Prices Higher
Producer prices rise as Trump’s tariffs expand, stretching family budgets and fueling pressure on the Federal Reserve.
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Trump Vows to Eliminate Mail-In Voting by 2026
Trump pledges to eliminate mail-in voting with an executive order ahead of the 2026 midterms, reviving false fraud claims.
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Armed National Guard Patrols Begin in DC
For the first time, National Guard troops in DC are patrolling with firearms, sparking concerns of a federal takeover.
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Trump’s Crackdown Clears DC Homeless Encampments
Trump’s federal policing takeover extends to DC’s homeless encampments, sparking debate over resources and long-term solutions.
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Obama Call Fuels Zohran Mamdani Endorsement Buzz
Obama’s phone call with NYC mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani fuels speculation about an endorsement that could shift the race.
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D.C. Sues Trump Over Control of MPD
The District of Columbia has filed a federal lawsuit against President Trump, alleging an illegal takeover of the Metropolitan Police Department.
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Christian Menefee Surges in Texas 18th Congress...
Christian Menefee surges in the Texas 18th Congressional District race, vowing to protect voting rights and the district’s legacy in Washington.
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Protesters Clash With Federal Officers in DC
Protesters clashed with federal officers in DC’s U Street corridor as President Trump tightened control over the city’s policing.
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