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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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Do ‘Good Christians’ Have to Back Trump? Most S...
A new Pew survey finds most Christians say being a “good Christian” doesn’t mean backing Trump, with religion playing less of a role in U.S. elections.
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Teena Marie’s Daughter Announces Book and Biopic
Alia Rose confirms both a book and biopic are in the works to honor her late mother, Teena Marie, the “Ivory Queen of Soul.”
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Trump Threatens to Federalize DC Police Again
Trump threatens to federalize D.C.’s police after Bowser rejects ICE cooperation, raising fresh questions about Home Rule in the nation’s capital.
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Trump Ends Federal Funding for HBCU and Minorit...
The Trump administration has ended federal funding for key HBCU and Minority-Serving Institution programs, cutting nearly $350 million in grants.
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Health Care Fight Risks Sept. 30 Government Shu...
Democrats say a Sept. 30 shutdown is likely unless Affordable Care Act tax credits are extended, while Republicans accuse them of picking a fight.
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Tramell Tillman Makes Emmy History With Drama Win
Tramell Tillman makes Emmy history as the first Black man to win supporting actor in a drama series for his role in Apple TV+’s “Severance.”
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Charlie Kirk Assassination Suspect Arrested
Authorities say Tyler Robinson, 22, has been arrested in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University.
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These U.S. Cities Are Hit Hardest by Inflation
A new WalletHub report ranks which U.S. metro areas are being hit hardest by inflation, with Tampa leading the list.
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#OTD: Remembering Barry White, Born in 1944
On Sept. 12, 1944, Barry White was born in Texas. The Grammy-winning soul legend became a disco pioneer and one of the most iconic voices in music history.
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Trump Says Suspect in Charlie Kirk Killing in C...
President Trump said a suspect is in custody in the killing of Charlie Kirk, who was shot during a Utah Valley University event.
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Inflation Rises in August on Food and Rent
Inflation rose 0.4% in August, led by higher food and rent prices, with fresh produce seeing the sharpest gains.
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Threats Force Multiple HBCUs Into Lockdown
Six HBCUs were forced into lockdown after receiving threats, with Alabama officials calling them “terroristic threats.”
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Colorado School Shooting Leaves Two Injured
Two teenagers were shot at Evergreen High School near Denver in the latest Colorado school shooting, leaving one student in critical condition.
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Educators, Faith Leaders Sue Trump Over Immigra...
National teacher unions and faith leaders filed a lawsuit against Trump’s immigration policies, citing arrests near schools and churches.
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Charlie Kirk Shot at Utah Valley University Event
Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was shot at Utah Valley University, prompting bipartisan condemnation.
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Bank of America: Housing Costs Stall U.S. Moves
Bank of America reports U.S. relocations are down 20%, with affordability and high mortgage rates stalling moves nationwide.
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Missouri GOP Redistricting Plan Targets Cleaver...
Missouri Republicans approved a new map that targets Rep. Emanuel Cleaver’s seat, joining a broader GOP redistricting strategy ahead of the midterms.
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DC’s Fight for Home Rule Isn’t Over
Trump’s emergency order over Washington expires, but Congress is weighing bills that could further limit D.C.’s Home Rule.
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Congress Moves to Weaken D.C. Home Rule
Congress is weighing 14 bills that could roll back D.C.’s Home Rule just as Trump’s 30-day crime emergency order is set to expire.
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Fed Survey: Americans Losing Faith in Job Market
A new survey from the New York Fed shows Americans are losing confidence in the job market, with job security plunging to its lowest since 2013.
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Trump Letter Emerges in Epstein Investigation
Democrats unveil a letter allegedly signed by President Trump in Epstein’s birthday album, sparking lawsuits and a new political firestorm.
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Chicago Pushes Back Against Trump’s Immigration...
Chicago leaders push back against Trump’s threat of expanded immigration raids, reaffirming sanctuary policies amid rising tensions.
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Supreme Court Upholds Immigration Raids Using R...
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to allow immigration raids using racial profiling, drawing sharp criticism from civil rights groups.
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Gallup Poll Shows Declining Support for Capitalism
A new Gallup poll finds declining support for capitalism and big business, with only 54% of Americans viewing capitalism favorably.
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Trump Orders Pentagon Rebranded as Department o...
President Donald Trump signed an order rebranding the Pentagon as the Department of War, drawing backlash from Pentagon officials and lawmakers.
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