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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Trump Administration Seeks to Bypass Migrant Du...
A Boston judge’s ruling grants deported migrants a hearing — the Trump administration wants the Supreme Court to overrule it.
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Poll: Most Americans Want AI Development Slowed
A new survey shows a strong majority of Americans are calling for a slower, more careful approach to building AI tools.
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Remembering Charles Rangel: Harlem Powerhouse a...
From battlefield hero to Capitol Hill giant, Charles Rangel shaped American policy and Black political power over five decades.
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Charles Rangel Remembered as Harlem Power Broke...
A look back at Charles Rangel’s legacy—from the battlefield to the House floor—and how he helped shape Black political power.
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Charleston’s 1865 Tribute: Memorial Day’s True ...
Discover how a forgotten 1865 tribute by freed Black Americans in Charleston is now recognized as Memorial Day’s origin.
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Remembering the Cost of Freedom on Memorial Day
This Memorial Day, we reflect on the ultimate sacrifice of more than 1.3 million U.S. service members and recommit to defending the democracy they died for.
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Trump Shifts Tone on Biden: From Sympathy to Ac...
Trump goes from wishing Biden well to accusing him of treason and enabling open borders.
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Pentagon Targets DEI Titles in Military Libraries
The Pentagon orders military libraries to review and potentially remove DEI-related books.
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Federal Court Blocks Trump’s Sweeping Layoffs Plan
A federal judge blocks Trump’s sweeping layoffs targeting 22 federal agencies.
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Harvard’s Foreign Student Ban Sparks National O...
A federal judge blocks Trump’s sweeping layoffs targeting 22 federal agencies.
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Trump Targets Education Department for Closure
President Trump moves to shut down the Education Department, citing state control and inefficiencies in federal oversight.
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DOJ Investigates Chicago for Alleged Race-Based...
The Justice Department is investigating whether Chicago’s hiring under Mayor Johnson favors Black candidates.
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Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Slammed by Cri...
A sweeping new bill backed by President Trump includes tax cuts, border funding, and harsh benefit rollbacks.
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Justice Department Ends Reform Deals in Two Cities
The Justice Department scraps federal oversight agreements with Minneapolis and Louisville police departments.
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Trump’s DOJ Ends Police Oversight in Cities Wit...
Just before the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s murder, Trump’s DOJ ends police reform agreements in multiple cities, including Louisville and Minneapolis.
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New Poll: AOC Leads in Democratic Party Identit...
A new Co/efficient poll shows Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez ranked highest as the face of the Democratic Party, topping Sanders, Crockett and Jeffries.
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Rep. Gerry Connolly Dies at 75 After Cancer Battle
Rep. Gerry Connolly of Virginia dies at 75 after revealing the return of esophageal cancer. His family says he passed peacefully at home.
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Rep. Gerry Connolly Dies at 75 After Battle Wit...
Virginia Rep. Gerry Connolly has died at age 75. His death comes hours after a midnight budget vote he likely would have opposed.
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Trump Limits COVID Vaccines to High-Risk Groups...
The Trump administration reverses course on COVID vaccines, restricting boosters to high-risk groups under FDA guidance backed by RFK Jr.
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Trump’s Spending Under Fire After U.S. Credit D...
Moody’s downgrades the U.S. credit rating, pointing to rising debt and deficits. Trump’s spending and tax cuts are drawing fresh scrutiny.
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Keisha Lance Bottoms Enters 2026 Georgia Govern...
Keisha Lance Bottoms launches 2026 Georgia governor bid, vowing to expand Medicaid and criticizing Trump and Musk for threats to public programs.
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Rep. LaMonica McIver Charged in ICE Clash, Clai...
Rep. McIver faces federal charges after a protest outside ICE detention. Democrats say it’s retaliation. She says she’s not backing down.
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Supreme Court Backs Trump Plan to Deport 300,00...
The Supreme Court allows Trump’s administration to end deportation protections for Venezuelans, igniting debate over immigration law and racial bias.
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Trump Blasts Walmart for Passing Tariff Costs t...
Trump lashes out at Walmart after it warns of price hikes due to tariffs, saying the retailer should absorb the costs—not pass them to consumers.
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Gov. Wes Moore Vetoes Reparations Study Bill, U...
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore vetoes a slavery reparations study bill, sparking backlash and calls for action to address racial wealth inequality.
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