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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. Join journalists Ebony McMorris, Clay Cane, Jamie Jackson, and Tanya Hart for in-depth reporting, historic insights, and daily updates that inform and empower. Stay connected at aurn.com and follow @aurnonline on all social media platforms.

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January 24, 2026 1 min
Born on Jan. 23, 1915, in St. Lucia, William Arthur Lewis became one of the most influential economists of the 20th century, advising newly independent nations and redefining development economics. His work earned him the Nobel Prize in Economics in 1979 and left a lasting global legacy. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newslet...
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Labor unions, faith leaders and community groups across Minnesota are urging residents to stop working, skip school and avoid shopping in protest of a surge in federal immigration enforcement. The statewide strike follows weeks of unrest after a fatal shooting involving an ICE officer and highlights growing fears within immigrant communities. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-own...
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Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the arrests of two people connected to a disruptive ICE protest inside a St. Paul church during a worship service. Federal officials say the protest crossed legal lines, while local leaders continue to dispute the circumstances surrounding the ICE shooting that sparked the demonstration. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled med...
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An internal memo obtained by The Associated Press reveals a major shift in how ICE officers are authorized to operate — including forcing entry into homes without a judge’s warrant. The report raises serious constitutional questions and concerns among immigrant communities about long-standing legal protections. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: ...
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A major milestone for the fight against racial injustice. Fifty new attorneys trained through the Legal Defense Fund’s Marshall-Motley Scholars Program are entering the field, ready to advance civil rights and justice across the South. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...
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Dr. Gladys West, a pioneering mathematician whose work helped lay the foundation for the Global Positioning System, has died at 95. Her career broke barriers and reshaped how the world navigates every day. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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January 20, 2026 1 min
The Transportation Security Administration says travelers who arrive at airport checkpoints without a REAL ID-compliant license or another acceptable form of identification will soon face a $45 fee. Starting Feb. 1, passengers without proper ID will still be allowed to fly after completing an additional identity verification process and paying the fee. The policy follows years of delayed enforcement of the REAL ID Act, which was pa...
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Journalist Don Lemon is pushing back after rapper Nicki Minaj attacked him with a homophobic slur over his coverage of an ICE-related protest that disrupted a church service in Minnesota. Lemon, reporting from Minneapolis, said Minaj doesn’t understand journalism and criticized her social media post. The controversy unfolds amid rising tensions around Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions following the killing of Renee Nicole...
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Dr. Bernice King used her Martin Luther King Jr. Day address at Ebenezer Baptist Church to directly challenge President Donald Trump’s false claims about the Civil Rights Act, framing the moment as a moral crisis for the nation. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...
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President Donald Trump has unveiled what he calls the “Great Healthcare Plan,” promising to lower health care costs and make coverage more affordable. However, the proposal offers few specifics on eligibility, insurance subsidies, protections for people with preexisting conditions, or how many Americans would remain uninsured. The lack of detail has raised questions about what would actually change for families facing illness, job ...
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Former Nickelodeon child star Kianna Underwood has died at 33 following a hit-and-run incident in Brooklyn, according to People. Police say Underwood was struck by two vehicles in the Brownsville neighborhood, and both drivers fled the scene. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:https://aurn....
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As Donald Trump marks one year into his second term, a new poll from CNN shows widespread dissatisfaction among Americans. The survey finds majority disapproval across key issues including health care, immigration and tariffs, with many respondents citing Trump’s temperament and personal behavior. The poll also shows majority disapproval of Vice President JD Vance. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news ...
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Civil rights leaders are using Martin Luther King Jr. Day to draw parallels between Dr. King’s fight for justice and modern-day concerns over aggressive immigration enforcement. Speaking in Harlem, the Rev. Al Sharpton and elected officials warn that ICE operations and civil rights rollbacks are disproportionately impacting Black and immigrant communities. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a lea...
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The Trump administration has removed Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth from the National Park Service’s list of fee-free days, ending a long-standing tradition that allowed free access to national parks during key civil rights observances. The changes come as Donald Trump continues to roll back diversity initiatives while adding his own birthday to the list of fee-free park days. Data cited by federal agencies shows racial ...
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The U.S. Postal Service is honoring boxing legend Muhammad Ali with a commemorative Forever Stamp, marking the first time the global icon has appeared on U.S. postage. Featuring a classic 1974 Associated Press photo and imagery highlighting his life beyond boxing, the stamp celebrates Ali’s cultural, political, and humanitarian impact. A first-day-of-issue ceremony is set for his hometown of Louisville, with 22 million stamps print...
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Illinois Rep. Robin Kelly announced articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, accusing her of obstruction of Congress, abuse of public trust and self-dealing. While the effort is largely symbolic and unlikely to advance in the Senate, it underscores growing Democratic opposition to federal immigration enforcement actions tied to Chicago. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest new...
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President Donald Trump says he may invoke the Insurrection Act as protests continue in Minneapolis over federal immigration enforcement. The rarely used law allows presidents to deploy troops or federalize the National Guard over a governor’s objections and has been invoked only a handful of times in U.S. history. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company...
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The U.S. State Department has paused the issuance of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries at consulates worldwide. While applications and interviews will continue, visas will not be issued during the pause, including for already approved cases. The move disproportionately affects Black and brown nations and is tied to a broader administrative review. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a...
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January 15, 2026 1 min
President Donald Trump is threatening to invoke the Insurrection Act following two shootings involving federal immigration enforcement agents in Minneapolis, including the fatal shooting of Renee Good. The rarely used law allows a president to deploy U.S. military forces domestically and has drawn scrutiny over its broad authority and limited oversight. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leadi...
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Civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin has died at 86. Arrested at just 15 for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Colvin later became a key plaintiff in the lawsuit that ended bus segregation, laying legal groundwork for the modern civil rights movement. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:https://aurn.com/newsletter Lea...
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