AURN News
American Urban Radio Networks has been telling stories of Black America since 1973. AURN is the only Black-owned network with a bureau in the White House. Journalists Ebony McMorris, Clay Cane, Jamie Jackson, and Tanya Hart deliver stories of interest to our community. AURN News encapsulates updates from Capitol Hill, as well as This Day in History, health & wellness, finance, education, technology, and entertainment.
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Ohio Woman Regrets Viral Post Falsely Blaming H...
Erika Lee, a resident of Springfield, Ohio, regrets a Facebook post she made that falsely suggested Haitian immigrants were responsible for local pets disappearing and eating them.
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Trump Survives Second Assassination Attempt in ...
The suspect, identified as Ryan Wesley Routh, is in custody. Authorities say he was concealed in a nearby shrubbery about 400 yards away.
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Harris Campaign Sees Slight Surge in Support, E...
With a 47% to 42% lead over former President Donald Trump in a two-day Reuters/Ipsos poll that closed Thursday, Harris is capitalizing on her momentum, challenging Trump to a second debate and rallying supporters in key battleground states.
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This Day in History: Remembering Jesse Owens on...
Jesse Owens gained international fame at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, where he won four gold medals, defying Nazi racial ideology.
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Gov. Walz Hits Battleground States, Spreading a...
From September 12-14, following the first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, Walz will visit key battleground states with fewer than 60 days until Election Day.
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Hollywood Live: We Have Lost Another Great Ente...
anya Hart pays tribute to another entertainment legend we’ve lost—Frankie Beverly, the lead singer and songwriter of the iconic soul and funk band Maze.
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Biden Highlights Economic Gains in Response to ...
President Joe Biden seized on newly released Census reports on Income, Poverty, and Health Insurance Coverage to paint a picture of economic progress under his administration, while simultaneously calling for more aggressive measures to support the middle class and reduce poverty.
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Taylor Swift Endorses Kamala Harris for Preside...
Shortly after the presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, pop superstar Taylor Swift made headlines by endorsing Harris for president.
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Hurricane Francine Nears Gulf Coast, Prompts Ev...
The category one hurricane, currently churning in the Gulf of Mexico, is expected to make landfall later today.
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Trump Scrambles, Harris Shines: Debate Night Sh...
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump took to the stage for their first presidential debate. It was a battle from the start.
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Hollywood Live: A Voice That Echoes Forever; Re...
Tanya Hart pays tribute to the legendary James Earl Jones, who passed away this week at the age of 93.
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CBC Urges Companies To Strengthen DEI Policies ...
The report offers guidelines for companies to follow, emphasizing the legality of DEI programs, despite recent challenges from conservative lawmakers and activists.
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This Day in History: "The Fresh Prince of Bel-A...
On this day in 1990, "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" premiered on NBC, marking the start of six seasons and 148 episodes of unforgettable family entertainment.
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Who Will Prevail in Tonight's Presidential Debate?
The debate stage in Philadelphia is set for Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. It goes down tonight at 9 p.m. Eastern on ABC.
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Military Leaders Slam Trump, Endorse Harris As ...
In a statement, the military leaders declared Harris "the best—and only—presidential candidate in this race who is fit to serve as our commander-in-chief."
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Hollywood Live: Emmy Awards Preview & Tyrese Gi...
Tanya Hart gives the scoop on the star-studded lineup for the 76th Emmy Awards, hosted by the comedic duo Eugene Levy and his son, Dan Levy.
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New Way Forward: Harris-Walz To Blitz Battlegro...
The first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is set for Tuesday on ABC at 9:00 p.m. ET. Two days later, Harris and her running mate, Gov. Tim Walz, are launching the "New Way Forward" tour across key battleground states.
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Kendrick Lamar To Headline Apple Music Super Bo...
The NFL, Apple Music, and Roc Nation announced Sunday that Lamar will take the stage at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on February 9.
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Unemployment Disparity Continues for Black America
The U.S. labor market showed mixed signals in August, with a slight decrease in unemployment offset by slower job growth, according to the latest report from the Labor Department released Friday.
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Job Cuts See Big Increase
In a major development that underscores growing economic concerns, U.S. job cuts surged dramatically in August, according to a new report released this week by outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
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The Rules Are Set, the Stage Is Ready: Harris v...
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are set to square off in the first and only scheduled debate this Tuesday, Sept. 10, in Philadelphia.
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Judge Orders Trump Campaign to Stop Using “Hold...
A federal judge in Atlanta ruled Tuesday that Donald Trump and his campaign must stop using the song “Hold On, I’m Coming” while the family of co-writer Isaac Hayes Jr. pursues a lawsuit.
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Job Growth Slows in August
U.S. private sector employment growth continued to cool in August, adding only 99,000 jobs as the labor market shows signs of normalizing after two years of robust post-pandemic growth.
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Harris Surges in Battleground States
In a dramatic shift, Vice President Kamala Harris has made significant gains against former President Donald Trump in crucial battleground states, according to a new CNN/SSRS poll.
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Internship Welcomes Black Students to Ireland
The program, now in its second year, offers a transformative opportunity for 12 American college students from diverse backgrounds to immerse themselves in Irish culture while gaining valuable professional experience.
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