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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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Oklahoma Supreme Court Dismisses Tulsa Race Mas...
The Oklahoma Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the last living survivors of the 1921 Tulsa race massacre, dampening hopes for reparations.
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Senate Rejects IVF Protection Bill
The Senate has voted against a bill aimed at protecting access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), a move expected due to strong Republican opposition.
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This Day in History: Civil Rights Leader Medgar...
On June 12, 1963, civil rights leader Medgar W. Evers was assassinated by a white supremacist outside his home in Jackson, Mississippi, at the age of 37.
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Hunter Biden Found Guilty on All 3 Felony Gun C...
Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, has been found guilty on three felony gun charges by a 12-member jury.
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New Proposal to Eliminate Medical Debt from Cre...
In a major announcement that could bring relief to millions of Americans, Vice President Kamala Harris unveiled a new proposal to remove medical debt from credit reports.
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Hollywood Live: Will Smith and Martin Lawrence ...
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Civil Rights Icon Rev. James Lawson Jr. Passes ...
The world is mourning one of the greatest civil rights icons, Rev. James Lawson Jr. has died at the age of 95.
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This Day in History: Celebrating Charles Rangel...
Celebrating his 94th birthday today, Rangel’s legacy spans over five decades of dedicated public service.
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Blinken Arrives in Middle East to Broker Gaza C...
Blinken met with Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi in Cairo, emphasizing the need for Hamas to agree to President Joe Biden's ceasefire proposal.
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This Day in History: Marcus Garvey, Pan-African...
Born in St. Ann's Bay, Jamaica, on Aug. 17, 1887, Garvey credited his father, a stone mason, for instilling in him a passion for reading and a spirit of self-determination.
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This Day in History: Honoring Prince on What Wo...
On June 7, we celebrate what would have been the 66th birthday of Prince, a musical genius who transformed the landscape of popular music.
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Job Market Stays Strong with 272,000 New Jobs i...
Employers added 272,000 jobs in May, indicating that the job market remains strong despite inflation and higher interest rates.
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NAACP Urges Biden to Halt Weapons to Israel
The NAACP has called on President Joe Biden to halt all weapons deliveries to Israel indefinitely and push for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
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Georgia Election Interference Case Against Trum...
An appeals court has halted the Georgia election interference case against former President Donald Trump and others while it reviews the lower court judge’s ruling allowing Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to remain on the case.
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Hollywood Live: Alfonso Ribeiro doesn't want to...
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This Day in History: Celebrating Marian Wright ...
Children’s rights activist and trailblazing lawyer Marian Wright Edelman was born on June 6, 1939, in South Carolina.
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Georgia Court Pauses Trump Election Subversion ...
The Georgia Court of Appeals has put a halt to the election subversion conspiracy case, ensuring it will not take place before the 2024 presidential election.
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Fearless Fund Blocked: Legal Setback for Black ...
The court ruled that the fund's grant contest likely violates Title 42 of the U.S. Code, which prohibits racial discrimination in contracts.
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Outrage from Immigration Advocates Following Bi...
President Joe Biden spoke Tuesday at the White House before signing an executive order that would temporarily halt asylum requests at the U.S.-Mexico border once the daily arrival rate surpasses 2,500 migrants.
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Biden's Executive Order: A Drastic Move to Curb...
In a move to address the escalating migrant crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border, President Biden is preparing to sign an executive order that could suspend asylum requests if the daily arrival rates exceed 2,500 migrants.
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Appeals Court Blocks Grant Program for Black Wo...
A U.S. federal court of appeals panel has suspended a venture capital firm's grant program for Black women business owners, ruling that a conservative group is likely to prevail in its lawsuit claiming the program is discriminatory.
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Hollywood Live: Welcome to Black Music Month
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Hunter Biden Trial: Jury Selection Kicks Off in...
The trial follows closely after former President Donald Trump's conviction, heightening interest in the proceedings. Prosecutors are prepared to call numerous witnesses, including family members, to build their case against Hunter Biden.
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Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Announces Pancreatic Ca...
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee announced her diagnosis of pancreatic cancer and ongoing treatment, but assured she will continue to serve constituents.
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President Biden Responds to Trump's Assertion T...
President Biden spoke before the press in the State Room of the White House about the jury finding former President Donald Trump guilty on all 34 felony counts.
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