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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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1901
Reckoning in Mississippi: Ex-Deputy Sentenced f...
Former Mississippi Rankin County Sheriff’s Deputy Hunter Elward has been handed down a 20-year sentence for his part in a chilling ordeal that's shaken people to the core.
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1902
Government Shutdown Looms Affecting Thousands o...
As the clock ticks closer to a potential government shutdown at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Congress and the White House scramble to finalize spending legislation.
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1903
Bonding Woes: Trump Scrambles As Insurers Shy A...
Donald Trump faces a new hurdle. This time, securing an insurance bond to cover a $464 million judgment in a civil fraud case, and it's seemingly impossible.
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1904
National Kidney Month: Black Health in Crisis
According to the National Kidney Foundation, Black individuals face a staggering fourfold increased risk of developing kidney failure compared to other racial groups.
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1905
Usher, 'Abbott Elementary,' and More Shine at 2...
The 2024 NAACP Image Awards were broadcast on Saturday, March 16, with Queen Latifah as the host.
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1906
Health Horizons: President Biden's Bold Move fo...
Rooted in his State of the Union vision, Biden has proposed a transformative $12 billion investment to establish a fund for Women's Health Research at NIH.
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1907
Legal Love Tangle: The D.A., the Prosecutor, an...
Despite the controversy, the judge emphasized that Willis' removal was not warranted, suggesting Wade's withdrawal could mitigate concerns about the prosecution's integrity.
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1908
Sen. Schumer Says PM Netanyahu Has 'Lost His Wa...
"At this critical juncture, I believe a new election is the only way to allow for a healthy and open decision-making process about the future of Israel."
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1909
Judge Rules Partial Recusal in Georgia Election...
The judge overseeing the Georgia election interference case involving former President Donald Trump and his co-defendants has decided against outright disqualifying Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. However, the judge ruled that either she or prosecutor Nathan Wade must recuse themselves from the case.
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1910
Young Americans Lose Hope Amid Housing Crisis
A recent poll conducted by Harris reveals a disheartening truth: 59% of Gen Z and millennials believe that splitting housing expenses is their sole pathway to tackling the escalating financial burdens.
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1911
Gas Prices Surge, Hitting Wallets Harder
If you need gas, you may want to fill up sooner rather than later as gas prices continue to increase across the country. According to the American Auto Association, the national average price of gas now sits at $3.41. A month ago it was $3.25.
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1912
Classified Clash: Trump's Courtroom Battle Over...
In Fort Pierce, Florida, former President Donald Trump was in a courtroom as his legal team contended that the federal case against him for mishandling classified documents should be dismissed.
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1913
On this day in 1933, Quincy Jones was born in C...
Quincy Jones was born on March 14, 1933, in Chicago. With an impressive tally of 28 Grammy Awards, Jones rose to prominence in the 1950s as a trumpeter in Lionel Hampton's band.
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1914
Law & Disorder: Georgia's Battle Over Prosecuto...
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has activated a new law allowing a state panel to discipline or even oust prosecutors.
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1915
On this day in 1932, the Atlanta Daily World ne...
Covering a wide array of pressing issues, the Daily World fearlessly reported on topics such as lynchings, police brutality, the Scottsboro Boys trial, discrimination within the federal government, and school segregation.
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1916
Bridging Divides: Biden's $3.3 Billion Boost fo...
Under the Reconnecting Communities Pilot and Neighborhood Access and Equity Grant Program, President Joe Biden has announced $3.3 billion in funding initiatives aimed at revitalizing over 130 communities across 41 states and Washington, D.C.
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1917
Inflation Surges: U.S. Economic Woes Continue
Data released Tuesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals that inflation continues its upward trajectory, maintaining a persistent grip on the nation's financial landscape.
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1918
Study Reveals Disturbing Link Between Marijuana...
A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association sheds light on a concerning association between marijuana use and an elevated risk of heart attack and stroke.
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1919
On this day in 1897, Langston University was es...
Established on March 12, 1897, in Langston, Oklahoma, Langston University stands as Oklahoma's sole historically Black college or university.
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1920
Special Counsel Hur To Testify in Biden Classif...
Special counsel Robert Hur is testifying today before a Republican-led House panel. He was tasked with investigating President Joe Biden's handling of classified documents, but ultimately declined to bring criminal charges.
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1921
Fudge's Farewell: A Beacon of Hope Bids Adieu t...
Marcia Fudge, the 18th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, has announced her resignation, effective March 22, marking the end of an impactful three-year tenure.
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1922
Immigration Lawsuit Puts Texas Back in the Spot...
Texas' tough-on-immigration law, which allows local cops to arrest anybody they think crossed the border illegally, is back in the spotlight.
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1923
Michelle Obama Declines Presidential Run, Affir...
Despite calls for Michelle Obama to consider running for president, her office stated to NBC News that she will not pursue a presidential candidacy.
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1924
Hollywood Live: Black Women in Hollywood Awards
For the past 17 years, Essence has presented their Black Women in Hollywood Awards during Oscar week. Well, they showed up and showed out again this year.
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1925
On this day in 1964, Malcolm X announced his se...
On March 8, 1964, activist Malcolm X announced his separation from the Nation of Islam, a religious sector advocating for Black self-determination.
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