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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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Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt was pressed at the White House after House Democrats released newly obtained Jeffrey Epstein emails. She dismissed the allegations, accused Democrats of political distraction, and declined to commit to releasing additional documents.
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Newly released emails from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate mention Donald Trump and discuss how to handle questions about their relationship.
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Michael Jackson’s iconic “Thriller” has returned to the Billboard Hot 100 top 10, driven by Halloween streaming spikes. The feat makes him the first artist with top-10 hits in six distinct decades.
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The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to block a Rhode Island judge’s order requiring full SNAP payments for November. The decision could impact 42 million Americans relying on food benefits as shutdown negotiations continue in Washington.
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Hundreds of veterans are taking to the streets this Veterans Day to protest what they call the Trump administration’s militarization of American life. From Washington, D.C., to Los Angeles, they’re saying no to ICE raids, no to federal cuts, and no to war at home.
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Lenny Wilkens, the Hall of Fame player and coach who defined excellence in basketball across five decades, has died at 88. A Brooklyn native, Wilkens was celebrated for both his playmaking and his championship coaching career.
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President Donald Trump issued 77 pardons, extending forgiveness to allies who pushed false claims of voter fraud in the 2020 election. The sweeping proclamation excludes state cases, which continue to move forward.
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The Senate makes its first move toward ending a 40-day government shutdown, advancing a temporary funding plan through January. Eight Democrats joined Republicans to move the bill forward despite objections from party leadership.
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In 1957, Charlie Sifford made history as the first African American to win a major golf tournament, capturing the Long Beach Open using a putter gifted by Joe Louis. His victory helped push the PGA of America to end its “Caucasian-only” clause in 1961 — a pivotal moment for racial equity in sports.
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Consumer sentiment has dropped amid ongoing concerns about the U.S. economy and a prolonged government shutdown.
We break down the latest data from the University of Michigan and what it reveals about widening economic divides.
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Cornell University reached a $60 million settlement with the Trump administration to restore more than $250 million in federal research funds frozen amid civil rights probes. The agreement ends investigations by multiple federal agencies and binds Cornell to strict reporting requirements under Title VI and the Affordable Care Act.
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On Nov. 7, 1972, Barbara Jordan of Texas and Andrew Young of Georgia made history as the first Black Southerners elected to Congress since Reconstruction. Their victories reshaped American politics and inspired generations of Black leaders, from John Lewis to Kamala Harris.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation plans a 10% reduction in airport capacity nationwide amid the ongoing government shutdown. Air traffic controllers remain on the job without pay, raising concerns about safety and morale.
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The FAA is cutting flight capacity by 10% nationwide to maintain safety as unpaid air traffic controllers face exhaustion amid the prolonged government shutdown. Airlines and the FAA are working to rebook passengers and protect operations, but travelers should expect widespread delays.
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After nearly 40 years in Congress, House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi is stepping away — but not before one last call for “moral courage.” In a heartfelt essay, Pelosi reflects on America’s enduring tests of liberty and justice.
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The White House confirmed it is drafting new executive orders aimed at strengthening U.S. elections and limiting potential fraud in mail-in voting. Press Secretary Caroline Levitt made the announcement shortly before President Trump denounced California’s Proposition 50 vote as “rigged,” promising a “legal and criminal review” of ballots.
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A new Associated Press survey finds that economic worries are front and center for voters in California, New Jersey, New York City, and Virginia. From taxes to health care, Americans are showing clear frustration with the country’s direction.
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Democrats swept key races from Virginia to New Jersey to Pennsylvania, flipping governorships, court seats, and mayoral offices. AURN News breaks down what the wins mean for Donald Trump and the GOP heading into the next cycle.
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