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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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The Pentagon says a ceasefire with Iran remains intact as the U.S. launches a military escort operation through the Strait of Hormuz, raising new concerns about oil prices and global shipping security.
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Oil prices climbed sharply above $114 a barrel after Iran claimed it struck a naval vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, adding fresh pressure to the U.S. economy and global markets.
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Tennessee Republicans are moving forward with a redistricting plan that critics say could eliminate the state’s only majority-Black congressional district as lawmakers prepare for a special legislative session.
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A new Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll shows President Donald Trump’s disapproval rating has climbed to its highest point as concerns over the economy and the Iran war weigh on voters ahead of the midterm elections.
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Ronald Smothers, a veteran journalist who spent 35 years at The New York Times covering protest, politics and racial change, has died at age 79.
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President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on cars and trucks imported from the European Union, escalating trade tensions and raising concerns about higher prices for consumers.
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A federal judge has ordered the Justice Department to explain why it seized election records from Fulton County, Georgia, the same jurisdiction that indicted Donald Trump in 2023.
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On May 1, 1950, Gwendolyn Brooks made history by becoming the first Black American awarded a Pulitzer Prize for her poetry collection “Annie Allen.”
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Louisiana has suspended its congressional primaries following a sweeping Supreme Court ruling tied to voting rights and redistricting. Critics warn the decision could reshape Black political representation nationwide.
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Jill Darden, founder of Fort Worth Black News and a respected journalism pioneer, has passed away. Community members and local organizations are remembering her lasting impact on journalism and advocacy.
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On April 30, 1863, Sarah J. Garnet made history as the first Black principal in the New York City public school system. Beyond education, she became a leading advocate for women’s suffrage and civil rights.
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Members of the Congressional Black Caucus are warning that a recent Supreme Court voting rights ruling could reshape congressional representation and weaken protections for Black and minority voters.
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A new Supreme Court decision targeting Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act is raising alarm among civil rights advocates. The ruling could reshape congressional maps and shift political power for years to come.
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A new report reveals updated U.S. passports featuring President Donald Trump are being rolled out in Washington, D.C., tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary. The move is drawing attention and criticism from historians who say it breaks long-standing global norms.
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On April 29, 1992, the acquittal of officers in the Rodney King beating sparked the Los Angeles riots. The unrest lasted six days, leaving dozens dead, thousands injured and causing more than $1 billion in damage.
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Republicans are moving quickly to fund a $400 million White House ballroom following the WHCD shooting, but the proposal has sparked internal GOP divisions and criticism from Democrats and watchdog groups.
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Home sales are falling apart across the U.S. as more buyers back out of deals. New data shows cancellations rising and a growing imbalance between sellers and buyers in the housing market.
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A political firestorm erupted after House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries sharply criticized White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt for blaming Democrats following the White House Correspondents’ Dinner attack.
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On April 28, 1967, Muhammad Ali was stripped of his heavyweight title after refusing induction into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. His stance led to conviction, a boxing ban and a landmark Supreme Court victory that reshaped his legacy.
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