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AURN News

AURN | Hosts: Ebony McMorris, Clay Cane, Jamie Jackson, Tanya Hart

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

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Activists Say Target Boycott Hurting Stores

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2025/08/28

Activists behind a national Target boycott claim the campaign has cut foot traffic at nearly 2,000 stores since January. The protest began after Target scaled back its diversity, equity and inclusion commitments pledged in 2020 after George Floyd’s murder. Civil rights leaders, including the Rev. Al Sharpton, have urged Target to keep its promises. The boycott coincides with a planned leadership transition as longtime CEO Brian Cornell prepares to step down in 2026. Subscribe to our newsletter to

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Study Links Low Hydration to Higher Stress

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2025/08/28

A new study in the Journal of Applied Physiology links hydration to stress response. Researchers found adults who drank fewer fluids had higher cortisol levels when tested under stressful conditions. The findings suggest that staying hydrated may help blunt stress reactions. Carrying a water bottle could be a simple step toward better stress management.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:

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1:39

#OTD: Emmett Till’s Murder Sparked Civil Rights Movement

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2025/08/28

On Aug. 28, 1955, 14-year-old Emmett Till was kidnapped and murdered in Mississippi after being accused of whistling at a white woman. Till’s brutal killing and the acquittal of his killers galvanized the civil rights movement. Carolyn Bryant Donham, who made the accusation, died in 2023 at the age of 88. 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

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1:47

2 Children Dead, 17 Wounded in Minnesota School Shooting

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2025/08/27

A gunman opened fire at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, killing two children, ages 8 and 10, and wounding 17 others. The shooter, 23-year-old Robin Westman, died after turning his weapon on himself. President Donald Trump ordered flags to half-staff, and Gov. Tim Walz said, “Minnesota is heartbroken.” The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops called for healing as the nation again confronts its gun crisis. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading

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1:47

Study: Billionaires Pay Lower Tax Rates

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2025/08/27

A UC Berkeley study finds billionaires pay an average effective tax rate of just 23.8%, lower than the 30% for most Americans and far below the 45% paid by top wage earners. Researchers say the gap stems from how billionaires report far less taxable income relative to economic income. The study also shows billionaire wealth has surged, rising from 0.9% of household wealth in 1982 to 4.1% in 2025. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned &

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1:47

Norton Pushes Body Cameras for National Guard

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2025/08/27

With more than 2,200 National Guard troops deployed in Washington, D.C., Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton has introduced legislation requiring body cameras for all federal forces. Norton says the measure would protect residents and troops, ensure transparency, and counter what she calls a raw assertion of power under President Trump’s law-and-order agenda. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:

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Trump Pushes Death Penalty in DC

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2025/08/26

President Donald Trump has called for the death penalty in Washington, D.C., as part of his aggressive approach to crime in the capital. But the District hasn’t had the death penalty for more than four decades, following a 1972 Supreme Court ruling, repeal by the D.C. Council in 1981, and voter rejection in 1992. Trump’s push also comes as crime in D.C. continues to trend down.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:

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1:47

Howard, Google Project Tackles Bias in AI

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2025/08/26

Howard University and Google have launched Project Elevate Black Voices, an effort to make speech recognition technology more inclusive. The team has collected 600 hours of voice data from Black speakers across 32 states to build a dataset of African American English. Howard will retain ownership and ensure its use benefits Black communities, with initial access limited to HBCUs. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:

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Trump Tries to Fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook in...

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2025/08/26

President Donald Trump has announced he is firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, the first Black woman to serve on the board. Legal experts say he lacks the authority, and attorney Abbe David Lowell has vowed to fight the move in court. The Congressional Black Caucus called Trump’s actions “a racist, misogynistic, and unlawful attack.” The dispute is now headed toward the courts and could reach the Supreme Court. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading

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1:40

Remembering the 1874 Trenton Massacre

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2025/08/26

On Aug. 26, 1874 — 151 years ago — 16 Black men were dragged from a Tennessee jail by a white mob. Five were killed outright, others wounded, and a few escaped. Despite national headlines, intimidation in court led to acquittals and no convictions. The Trenton Massacre remains a stark reminder of how fragile Black freedom was in the Reconstruction South. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:

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Trump Signs Orders on DC Policing, Cashless Bail

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2025/08/25

President Donald Trump signed two executive orders targeting crime. One threatens to strip federal funding from states using cashless bail, while another expands federal and military roles in Washington, D.C., policing, including deputizing the National Guard and directing federal agencies to probe local housing and transit. Critics say the orders raise constitutional questions and may not reduce crime. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned &

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Pew: Black Voters Largely Disapprove of Trump

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2025/08/25

President Donald Trump is escalating attacks on ABC and NBC, calling for license revocations and steep penalties over their coverage. At the same time, Pew Research polling shows cracks in his base, with approval among younger voters and Black Americans slipping sharply. 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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Immigrant Abrego Fights Deportation to Uganda

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2025/08/25

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an immigrant at the center of Trump’s immigration crackdown, was arrested again in Baltimore and now faces possible deportation to Uganda—a country where he has no ties. His lawyers argue the administration is pursuing retribution after he refused a plea deal, and they are fighting the case in federal court. 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

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1:37

Remembering Aaliyah’s Lasting Legacy

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2025/08/25

On this day in 2001, Aaliyah’s life was tragically cut short in a plane crash at just 22. Known as the “Princess of R&B,” she left behind timeless music, groundbreaking film roles, and an influence that still echoes in today’s artists. Her legacy continues to shine as a symbol of talent, vision, and grace. 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

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FBI Raids Trump Critic John Bolton

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2025/08/22

The FBI has raided the home and office of former Trump national security adviser John Bolton in a classified documents probe. Bolton, long a fierce Trump critic, was not charged, but the raid is raising alarms. Kash Patel, Trump’s FBI director, cheered the operation online, saying “no one is above the law.”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

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Judge Orders Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Shut Down

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2025/08/22

Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz” detention camp in the Everglades has been ordered to shut down by a federal judge. Judge Kathleen M. Williams cited rushed construction, ignored environmental protections, and reports of inhumane conditions. Environmental groups and the Muscogee tribe called the ruling a victory, while Gov. Ron DeSantis’ spokesman Alex Lanfranconi dismissed it, saying, “The deportations will continue until morale improves.” Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest

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Uganda Agrees to U.S. Deportation Deal

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2025/08/21

Uganda has agreed to take in deportees from the U.S., but only under strict conditions — no unaccompanied minors, no criminal records, and a preference for those of African descent. The deal comes as America also sends deportees to Eswatini and South Sudan, sparking criticism that the U.S. is outsourcing its deportation crisis.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

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Texas GOP Pushes Trump-Backed Map in Redistricting...

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2025/08/21

Texas Republicans have passed a new congressional map in the state House, crafted to give President Donald Trump a partisan advantage by flipping Democratic seats. The plan now heads to the state senate before reaching Gov. Greg Abbott. With Democrats in states like California, New York and Illinois pushing their own maps, the national battle over redistricting is intensifying ahead of 2026. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled

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Texas GOP Pushes Controversial Redistricting Map

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2025/08/21

Texas Republicans have passed a controversial new congressional map designed to flip five Democratic seats. Democrats accuse Republicans of cheating under Trump’s direction, while Gov. Greg Abbott vows to sign the plan. With lawsuits looming, California Gov. Gavin Newsom has already fired back online. 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

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Target CEO Brian Cornell to Step Down Amid Losses

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2025/08/20

Target’s longtime CEO Brian Cornell will step down in February, transitioning to an executive chair role. Chief Operating Officer Michael Fiddelke will succeed him as the company faces mounting losses, consumer backlash, and stock declines.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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