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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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2026
On this day in 1947, Sylvester James was born
Rising to prominence in the disco era of the 1970s and 1980s, Sylvester crafted a unique and unforgettable sound that resonated with audiences worldwide.
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2027
Hollywood Live: Wednesday - September 6, 2023
No bathrooms, no food, just mud at Burning Man | Beyoncé's star-studded birthday bash | Diddy returns Bad Boy Publishing rights to artists.
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2028
Black Alabamians Gain Ground: Judges Reject Sta...
This now marks the second time that Alabama's redistricting efforts have been legally challenged and tossed out, despite a prior Supreme Court mandate.
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2029
Dollar General Pledges $2.5M to Aid Jacksonvill...
Dollar General will donate more than $2.5 million to nonprofit organizations and other efforts to heal the traumatized community where a white supremacist fatally shot three Black people on Aug. 26, at its Jacksonville, Fla., store.
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2030
Two New Polls Indicate Challenging 2024 Re-Elec...
Recent polls conducted by the Wall Street Journal have raised concerns for President Joe Biden in his 2024 re-election bid. The surveys, which gauged public opinion on his job performance and the possible 2024 presidential election match up with former President Donald Trump, paint a challenging picture for the incumbent president.
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2031
Redrawing the Lines: Black Voting Power at Stak...
Redistricting drama is unfolding in Georgia and Florida, two GOP-led states, as courts grapple with allegations that new maps suppress minority voters.
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2032
Office Bound: 1M Americans Heading Back Post-La...
The return back to work after Labor Day could look different for nearly 1 million Americans. Over a million American workers, including employees of FedEx, Zoom Communications, and Lyft, are set to leave their home offices behind after Labor Day.
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2033
Missouri Judge Orders Trial for 84-Year-Old Who...
A Missouri judge ruled Thursday that an elderly white man must stand trial for shooting and seriously injuring unarmed Black teenager Ralph Yarl in April when the high school honor student mistakenly rang his doorbell in Kansas City, the Associated Press reports.
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2034
Cash, Care, & Combat: Biden's Triple-C Attack o...
The Biden administration is pouring in more than $450 million to prevent drug misuse, treat those affected, and bring traffickers to justice.
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2035
Giuliani's Grand Misstep: Race, Reputation, and...
In a striking decision from Washington D.C., former Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani lost a defamation suit to Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss.
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2036
Déjà Vu for Elder: Left Out Again or Just a Rep...
Elder cried foul on digital platform X, formerly known as Twitter, asserting the Republican National Committee's snub felt all too familiar.
1 min
2037
On this day in 1900, Booker T. Washington found...
The pioneering organization emerged as African Americans were striving to secure economic independence and social equality in the face of deep-seated racism and discrimination.
1 min
2038
Arkansas' Crackdown on African American Studies...
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and her administration have demanded that every K-12 school in a six-district radius turn over educational materials for inspection, citing concerns about indoctrinating students.
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2039
Biden's Approval Remains at 40% Amidst Complex ...
As President Joe Biden approaches the milestone of nearly 1,000 days in office, polling data from Gallup reveals his approval rating standing at 40%, drawing comparisons to his predecessor Donald Trump, whose first-term average approval rating around this point in his term averaged 42% in July 2019.
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2040
GOP Hopefuls Square Off Without Trump: Milwauke...
aking center stage in Milwaukee at 9:00 PM on Fox News, the debate is set to spotlight the party's top contenders, yet it is making headlines for who won't be there: the GOP front-runner and former president Donald Trump.
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2041
First Trump Co-Conspirator Surrenders in Georgi...
In a major development, Scott Hall, a bail bondsman from Atlanta, has become the first of Donald Trump's 18 co-conspirators to surrender to Fulton County Jail over alleged involvement in Georgia's election system breach.
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2042
On this day in 1989, Huey P. Newton was shot an...
On August 22, 1989, at the age of 47, Hey P. Newton was tragically shot and killed in West Oakland.
1 min
2043
Memphis Officers Face Repercussions: The Unfold...
ABC24 News reported that Shelby County District Attorney's office has dismissed 30-40 cases linked to the officers charged in Nichols' death.
1 min
2044
Pressure Mounts on Biden Ahead of Maui Visit: W...
As President Joe Biden readies for a visit to wildfire-ravaged Maui, there's a growing urgency in calls for him to declare a climate emergency.
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2045
On this day in 1904, William "Count" Basie was ...
Legendary bandleader, composer and jazz pianist William "Count" Basie was born in Red Bank, New Jersey, on Aug. 21, 1904.
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2046
Speculation Mounts Over Trump's Attendance at F...
As the stage is set for the first Republican presidential primary debate on August 23rd, all eyes are fixed on the looming question of whether former President Donald Trump will make a dramatic appearance amidst his ongoing legal challenges.
1 min
2047
Uncharted Waters: Trump's Booking Dilemma in Fu...
While Fulton County officials, including Sheriff Patrick Labat, insist that Trump and his associates will be processed like any other defendant, the security requirements for a former president are unprecedented.
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2048
Tim Scott Unveils New Video With Debate Days Away
As anticipation builds for next week’s GOP Presidential debate, South Carolina Senator Tim Scott has released a new video called “It’s Game Time,” showcasing highlights of his campaign's initial months.
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2049
Grand Jurors in Trump's Georgia Indictment Face...
Grand jurors who voted to indict former President Trump and 18 co-defendants on a combined 41 charges under the state's RICO Act are now under siege after their names were publicly listed in the indictment as required by Georgia Law.
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2050
Unity at Camp David: U.S., South Korea, and Jap...
Key commitments are expected to emerge from the summit, including a "duty to consult" crisis hotline between the three nations. The hotline, official stress, is a measure of preparation, not a signal of aggression.
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