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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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One Year of War: Calls for Ceasefire Amidst Dev...
Today, President Joe Biden and the First Lady will mark one year since Hamas' brutal Oct. 7 terrorist attack when militants killed 1,200 people in Israel during a music festival.
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Kamala Harris Embarks on Media Blitz As Early V...
Vice President Kamala Harris is set to make a major media push this week as early voting kicks off, with a series of high-profile interviews before heading to the West Coast.
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Hollywood Live: Taylor Swift’s Surge After Harr...
Tanya also explores the controversy surrounding Beyoncé’s country album, Cowboy Carter, which recently made history on Billboard’s Top Country Album Charts but was snubbed by the Country Music Awards.
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Black Excellence Shines: Dave Steward Ranks Amo...
The latest Forbes 400 list of the nation's wealthiest individuals features Steward as the richest Black man in America, with a remarkable net worth of $11.4 billion.
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Haitian American Congresswoman Advocates for Ha...
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, the only Haitian-American in Congress, is championing policies to support Haiti and strengthen U.S. trade relations with Caribbean nations.
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A Break Down of the Latino Vote
A new NBC/Telemundo poll reveals a breakdown of Latino voting patterns as the 2024 presidential election approaches.
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Job Market Shows Strength in September
The U.S. economy added 254,000 jobs in September, with the unemployment rate holding steady at 4.1%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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New Court Ruling Blocks Biden's Student Loan Fo...
Just yesterday, a federal judge in Georgia dismissed the state's lawsuit, saying they didn't have enough standing to sue. But then the case moved to Missouri, where a judge appointed by Trump issued a new injunction temporarily stopping the plan from moving forward.
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Student Loan Relief Back on Track: What It Means
The ruling allowed a restraining order that had previously blocked the plan to expire, marking a major victory for the Biden administration after months of legal challenges.
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Hollywood Live: RIP John Amos
Best known for his role as the stern yet loving patriarch on Good Times, America’s first sitcom to feature a two-parent Black family, Amos also starred in the groundbreaking series Roots, which captivated audiences in the late 1970s.
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Bombshell Filing Reveals Trump Campaign's Elect...
The document lays out new evidence, including notes from former Vice President Mike Pence, that link Trump directly to the conspiracy to overturn the results in several key states.
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1K Troops Deployed to Hurricane Helene Zone
With more than 160 lives lost across six states, the administration has prioritized getting resources to isolated communities.
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This Day in History: Celebrating Chubby Checker...
Born on Oct. 3, 1941, as Ernest Evans in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Checker is best known for his iconic song "The Twist."
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Who Won? Civility, Fact-Checking, and a 'Damnin...
Who won last night's debate between Sen. J.D. Vance and Gov. Tim Walz?
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John Amos, Star of "Good Times" and "Roots," Di...
John Amos, the beloved star of "Good Times" and "Roots," passed away on Aug. 21 in Los Angeles at the age of 84, his representative confirmed on Oct. 1.
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Hurricane Helene Disrupts NC Voting Plans
The aftermath of the storm has left state officials scrambling as early voting is set to begin on Oct. 17. Severe flooding, road closures, and power outages have damaged many planned voting sites across two dozen counties, leaving uncertainty about whether voting can start on time.
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Harris-Walz Campaign Launches HBCU Homecoming T...
With less than 40 days until election day, the Harris-Walz campaign has launched an HBCU homecoming tour focusing on key battleground states.
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Hollywood Live: Rap superstar Fat Joe hosts a n...
Tanya Hart sits down with rap legend Fat Joe, whose career has spanned four decades, making him a hip-hop heavyweight with numerous multi-platinum and gold records to his name.
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NBA Legend Dikembe Mutombo Dies at 58 After Bat...
Dikembe Mutombo, the Hall of Fame center known for his iconic finger wag and humanitarian efforts, passed away at the age of 58 due to brain cancer.
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This Day in History: Celebrating the 100th Birt...
Today, Oct. 1, marks the 100th birthday of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter. Carter, who served as the 39th President from 1977 to 1981, and is widely remembered for his dedication to peace, diplomacy, and human rights.
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Hollywood Live: Beyoncé's whiskey venture
Beyoncé joins the spirits business with the launch of her American whiskey brand, Sir Davis, in partnership with Moet Hennessy.
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Helene's Wrath: Lives Lost, Power Out, and Bide...
At least 102 people have died across six states due to Hurricane Helene, with North Carolina having the heaviest death toll. Millions of people are still without power and recovery efforts are underway.
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Good News for the GOP?
A new Gallup analysis of polling data suggests Republicans have a favorable environment heading into the 2024 presidential election, despite Vice President Kamala Harris leading in various national and state polls.
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Helene Unleashes Historic Floods
Hurricane Helene, a monster category 4 storm, continues to wreak havoc across the southeastern United States, leaving a trail of historic flooding and destruction in its wake.
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Hollywood Live: Mary J Blige has a new love, wh...
In this episode of Hollywood Live, Tanya Hart spills the latest scoop as Mary J. Blige kicks off the new season of The Sherri Show, hinting at a new love in her life.
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