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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Mayorkas Impeached: Biden Calls Vote 'Petty Pol...
By a 214-213 vote, Mayorkas was the first cabinet official to be impeached since the 1870s. Mayorkas faced scrutiny from Republicans over his handling of the southern border.
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Majority Leader Schumer Urges House Speaker To ...
"It would be a betrayal of our partners and allies and an abandonment of our service members. It's up to the House to meet this moment, do the right thing, and save democracy as we know it."
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On this day in 1920, Andrew 'Rube' Foster Estab...
Known as the "Father of Black Baseball," Foster's vision led to the creation of the first professional baseball league exclusively for Black players.
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Fate of $95B Aid Package for Ukraine and Israel...
The Senate is moving forward with a $95 billion aid bill for Ukraine and Israel, but its fate in the House is uncertain.
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Trump's NATO Comments Spark Concern
Trump suggested that if re-elected, he would allow Russia to act freely against NATO members who fail to meet defense spending targets.
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Trump Back in Court Over Classified Documents
Former President Donald Trump is present at a legal proceeding today in Florida related to allegations of mishandling classified documents.
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On this day in 1909, the NAACP was officially e...
The formation of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) was spurred by the devastating race massacre in Springfield, Illinois, in August 1908.
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Alice Walker, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Novelist a...
Emerging from the segregated South, Walker's experiences profoundly shaped her writing, leading her to become a prominent voice in African American literature.
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Biden Calls Out Special Counsel Who Dropped Cha...
"I've seen the headlines since the report was released about my willful retention of documents. These assertions are not only misleading, they're just plain wrong."
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Biden Sends Advisors To Meet With Arab-American...
President Joe Biden is sending senior advisers to Michigan to meet with Arab-American and Muslim leaders over criticism that the White House is not doing enough to demand a ceasefire in the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
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On this day in 1986, Debi Thomas became the fir...
On Feb. 8, 1986, Debi Thomas made history by becoming the first African-American to win the Women's Singles title at the U.S. National Figure Skating Championship.
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Judges Rule Trump Is Not Immune to Prosecution ...
A three-judge federal appeals court made the decision in the criminal election interference case being prosecuted by special counsel Jack Smith.
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U.S. Consumer Debt Is Out of Control
A recent report from the New York Federal Reserve has revealed a staggering increase in household debt in the United States, prompting concerns about the financial stability of American households.
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'Show Some Spine': Biden Accuses Republicans of...
"Donald Trump thinks it's bad for him politically. Therefore, he doesn't, even though it helps the country, he's not for it," the president said.
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Hollywood Live: Jonathan Majors hearing has bee...
Mo'Nique up next on Club Shay Shay? | Jonathan Major's sentencing hearing has been delayed | Celebrating 25 years of the Super Bowl Soulful Celebration
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On this day in 1820, the first group of free Bl...
On February 6, 1820, a contingent of 88 free Black individuals embarked on a journey to the British colony of Sierra Leone aboard a vessel known as the Mayflower of Liberia.
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DHS Secretary Mayorkas Impeachment Vote Could C...
On Monday, the Republican-led House Rules Committee voted to send the measure to the full House for a vote after Committee Chairman Tom Cole of Oklahoma accused Mayorkas of refusing to uphold his oath of office by failing to enforce immigration laws.
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Trump Urges Immediate Debates With Biden
In a recent radio interview this week, former President Donald Trump expressed his eagerness for debates with President Joe Biden, emphasizing the urgency by stating he wants them "immediately."
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U.S. Central Command Gives Update on Success Ra...
U.S. Central Command is continuing its assessment of Friday's strike against more than 80 targets in Iraq and Syria.
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Hollywood Live: It was ladies' night at the Gra...
The 66th Grammys will definitely go down as ladies' night, with women winning literally all of the most important awards, including Song of the Year and Album of the Year.
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Hollywood Live: Where is Wendy Williams? | Wife...
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January Jobs Report Reveals Growth, But Persist...
Despite the overall positive trend, the data also sheds light on the persistent issue of racial disparities in unemployment rates, particularly among African Americans.
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New York Honors Black History Makers at State C...
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the "1964: New Yorkers Who Shaped History" exhibit in the Capitol building, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the passage of the Civil Rights Act.
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On this day in 2009, Eric Holder was confirmed ...
On February 2, 2009, Eric Holder secured his place in history as the first African-American U.S. attorney general after U.S. Senate confirmation.
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Biden Issues Executive Order Imposing Sanctions...
Citing intolerable levels of violence, property destruction, and forced displacement, Biden's order places sanctions on individuals contributing to the region's instability.
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