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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Three Ex-Memphis Officers Acquitted in State Tr...
A jury acquitted three ex-officers in the state trial over Tyre Nichols’ death. Critics say it reflects deep flaws in how police are held accountable.
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From Texas to Tripoli: Trump’s Deportation Pipe...
Trump’s aggressive deportation policy now targets Libya, raising human rights alarms as conflict and chaos continue there.
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Fed Hits Pause as Trump’s Tariff War Shakes Eco...
The Federal Reserve pauses rate hikes while Trump’s tariff war fuels fears of inflation and stagnation.
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Musk’s Mega Database Big Brother Just Got a Brain
Musk’s mega database effort faces backlash as experts warn of cybersecurity and civil rights risks.
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Ban First, Ask Questions Never
Trump’s transgender ban faces backlash as the Supreme Court allows it to take effect.
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UW Trailblazer Dick Crews, First Black Men’s Ba...
Dick Crews, UW’s first Black men’s basketball player, has died at 89. His courage broke barriers and shaped future generations of athletes.
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Black Teens Push Back on Stay-at-Home Parenting
Black teens are leading the way in challenging traditional family roles. A new Pew study finds they are the most likely to say kids can thrive with two working parents.
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Exporting Injustice: Trump’s Global Prison Pipe...
Trump’s controversial plan to reopen Alcatraz and deport U.S. detainees abroad tests constitutional and human rights limits.
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#OTD: Adam Clayton Powell Sr. Born in 1865
Remembering Adam Clayton Powell Sr., born in 1865, who built America’s largest Black church and stood against injustice.
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DHS Offers $1,000 to Self-Deport
A new DHS program encourages undocumented immigrants to self-deport with a $1,000 stipend and free flight home. Officials say it will reduce costs and improve safety, but critics worry about its message.
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Trump Administration Cancels Black Community Va...
Trump abruptly cancels a vaccine study aimed at building trust in Black communities.
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Trump Says He Might Not Follow the Constitution...
Trump signals disregard for constitutional norms and embraces economic chaos in new interview.
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Trump’s Federal Job Purge Faces Major Legal Sho...
A sweeping coalition of unions, cities and nonprofits is asking a judge to block Trump’s sweeping government layoffs, calling them illegal and dangerous to critical public services and vulnerable communities.
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Jobs Rise, Wages Climb, but Racial Disparities ...
U.S. job growth continues, but Black unemployment remains highest. As Trump touts economic strength, concerns grow over tariffs, inflation and wage gaps.
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Judge to Trump: You Can’t Wage War on Migrants
A federal judge has halted Trump’s attempt to use wartime powers to deport migrants under the Alien Enemies Act. The ruling says the U.S. is not at war with Venezuela and blocks fast-track deportations in South Texas.
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Trump to PBS & NPR: No Tax Dollars for 'Woke News'
President Trump has signed an executive order slashing all federal funding to PBS and NPR, claiming they push “radical woke propaganda.” Critics warn the move threatens independent journalism and vital public media services across the U.S.
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Clarence O. Smith, Essence Co-Founder and Marke...
Clarence O. Smith, co-founder of Essence and marketing visionary, has passed away at 92. He helped launch the magazine and shaped it into a cultural and business powerhouse that celebrated and centered Black women.
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Acclaimed Jazz Vocalist Andy Bey Dies at 85
Jazz vocalist and pianist Andy Bey has passed away at 85. Renowned for his four-octave range and emotive performances, Bey’s career spanned collaborations with jazz greats and acclaimed solo projects.
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Kamala Harris Breaks Silence: Sounds the Alarm ...
Kamala Harris is speaking out, warning Americans about Trump’s second-term agenda. From tariffs to Project 2025, she says the nation faces an urgent threat to its democracy and economy.
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Trump Order Raises Alarms Over Militarization o...
Trump’s latest executive order calls for more military resources and training for local police. Critics warn it could lead to further militarization and erode civil liberties.
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President’s Media War Heats Up—Could NYT Be Pul...
Trump is taking aim at 60 Minutes and The New York Times, accusing the media giants of election interference. As legal threats grow, media and political tensions escalate.
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Dear Congress: Do Your Job
State treasurers are sounding the alarm—urging Congress to act as economic warning signs flash. With markets plunging and consumer confidence cratering, they say the clock is ticking.
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Tariff Tag Team: Trump Slams Amazon, Then Prais...
Trump lashed out at Amazon over a report linking product prices to tariffs—then quickly reversed course and praised Jeff Bezos. But behind the chaos, experts say tariffs are quietly driving up prices.
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#OTD: Final Episode of “The Cosby Show” Airs in...
On April 30, 1992, the NBC sitcom "The Cosby Show" aired its final episode. The groundbreaking show centered on an upper-middle-class Black family living in Brooklyn, New York.
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They Didn’t Quit Justice. Justice Quit Them
Over 100 attorneys have left the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division, saying they can’t support the Trump administration’s new priorities. As civil rights enforcement is gutted, critics ask: Who will defend justice now?
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