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AURN News

Ebony McMorris, Jamie Jackson, Clay Cane

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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1:47

Trump and Musk Push for Massive Federal Job Cuts

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2025/02/12

President Donald Trump is doubling down on his effort to shrink the federal workforce—this time with billionaire Elon Musk by his side. On Tuesday, Trump signed an executive order to slash hiring and force agencies to eliminate or merge departments that aren't legally required. The plan allows for only one federal worker to be hired for every four who leave, with exceptions for immigration, law enforcement, and public safety positions. Musk, who is leading Trump’s newly created Department of

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1:46

Investigation Continues Into Reagan Airport Collision

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2025/02/11

(AURN News) — We’re learning more information about the fatal collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter conducting training exercises. The tragedy claimed 67 lives at Reagan Washington National Airport on January 30. As the investigation continues, last week, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed that preliminary data showed the helicopter was flying at more than 300 feet, exceeding its permitted altitude of 200 feet. This week, FBI

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1:47

Faith Groups Unite Against Trump’s Immigration Policy

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2025/02/11

In a bold move, over 27 religious organizations, including major Christian and Jewish groups, have come together to file a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration. The challenge targets a new policy that allows immigration agents more freedom to arrest individuals at houses of worship. The lawsuit submitted to a U.S. District Court in Washington argues that this policy is instilling fear among congregants, leading to decreased attendance at services and community programs. Religious

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1:35

Justice Department Drops Corruption Charges Against...

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2025/02/11

According to NBC News, Trump’s Department of Justice has ordered federal prosecutors in New York to drop corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams, a senior Justice Department official said Monday. The dismissal, without prejudice, allows charges to be refiled later. Prosecutors will file a formal dismissal request, subject to judicial review. Adams’ attorney, Alex Spiro, called the decision a victory, reiterating the mayor’s innocence. Adams, charged with bribery and wire fraud, pleaded not

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1:48

Trump Defies Court Orders, Keeps Freezing Federal Funds

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2025/02/10

The Trump administration is outright ignoring multiple court orders and continuing to block federal funding, putting critical services and programs at risk across the country. Despite judges ruling against Trump's funding freeze, agencies are still finding ways to delay or deny money Congress has already approved. U.S. District Judge John McConnell ruled that Trump's actions are likely unconstitutional and ordered the government to restore funding immediately. But the administration is still

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1:46

Fast-Food Sales Cool for McDonald's

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2025/02/10

(AURN News) — The Golden Arches hit a sales rough patch as McDonald's saw U.S. sales dip 1.4% in the fourth quarter, the company said in its latest earnings report. “Accelerating the Arches continues to be the right strategy as we focus on growing market share,” McDonald’s Chairman and CEO Chris Kempczinski said in a press release. “We’re playing to win, focusing on our customers with outstanding value, exciting menu innovation and culturally relevant marketing.” Global comparable sales rose 0.4% in

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2:12

#HollywoodLive: Kendrick Lamar Owns the Super Bowl...

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2025/02/10

The Kansas City Chiefs couldn’t make history with a three-peat, but Kendrick Lamar certainly did. The Grammy and Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper delivered a halftime show for the ages, calling out the current administration while featuring Samuel L. Jackson as Uncle Sam to narrate his bold performance. Lamar also brought out SZA and surprised fans with an appearance from Serena Williams, while Drake’s reported attempt to block the performance through Universal Music Group failed. The pre-show was a

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2:44

#HollywoodLive: Hip-Hop Mourns the Loss of Irv Gotti

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2025/02/10

Music producer and Murder Inc. founder Irv Gotti has passed away at 54. His family confirmed his passing but has not disclosed the cause of death. Gotti, known for producing hits for Ashanti, Ja Rule, DMX, and Jay-Z, leaves behind a lasting legacy in hip-hop. Meanwhile, the estate of Notorious B.I.G. is suing major retailers, including Target, Nordstrom, and Home Depot, for unauthorized use of the rapper’s “King of New York” photo. The lawsuit alleges that the image has been unlawfully reproduced

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1:47

Trump Slaps New Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum,...

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2025/02/10

President Donald Trump is reigniting his trade war, announcing new 25 percent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports—an escalation that could drive up costs for American manufacturers and consumers. "I'll be announcing probably Tuesday or Wednesday at a news conference, reciprocal tariffs. And very simply, it's if they charge us, we charge them," said Trump. "Any steel coming into the United States is going to have a 25 percent tariff. Aluminum too." Trump said the tariffs would take effect

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1:45

South African White Minority Groups Reject Trump’s...

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2025/02/10

According to the Associated Press, groups representing South Africa’s white minority rejected President Donald Trump’s offer of refugee status in the U.S., saying, “thanks, but no thanks.” Trump’s executive order, signed Friday, halted all aid to South Africa, citing “rights violations” against white citizens. His administration accused the government of permitting attacks on white Afrikaner farmers and passing a law that enables property seizures without compensation. South Africa denied these

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1:46

Attorney General Bondi Moves to Gut DEI, Targets...

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2025/02/07

The Trump administration’s war on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) just escalated. Attorney General Pam Bondi has issued sweeping directives aimed at eliminating DEI programs, not just within the Department of Justice (DOJ), but also in private companies, nonprofits, and universities that receive federal funding. Under Bondi’s orders, the DOJ will investigate, penalize, and potentially pursue criminal cases against DEI programs that it deems discriminatory. Internally, the DOJ will purge DEI

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1:46

Federal Judge Halts Trump's Resignation Deadline for...

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2025/02/07

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's deadline for federal employees to accept a controversial deferred-retirement offer. The decision comes just hours before workers were supposed to respond to the program, which would allow them to resign while still receiving full pay and benefits until September 30. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is now informing employees that the deadline has been paused while legal proceedings unfold. The program, aimed at over 2 million

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1:44

Federal Worker Buyouts Halted by Judge After 40,000...

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2025/02/06

(AURN News) — A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's buyout program for federal workers who decline to return to office work, just as officials report tens of thousands have already accepted the deal.White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Thursday morning that more than 40,000 federal employees had accepted buyout offers before the program was paused. "We expect that number to increase, and that alone, just the 40,000 again, we expect it to increase. It's

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1:47

50501 Movement: Thousands Call Out Trump & Vow To...

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2025/02/06

“I know some of y’all have been frustrated and you’ve been saying, ‘Where are the Democrats? Where are the leaders?’ Well, I’m here to tell you that we ain’t never left y’all,” Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett said outside the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday. “We are here. We are also going to make sure that they uphold the law. We are not going to sit around while you go ahead and desecrate our Constitution or look at the laws that have been passed and say, ‘Never mind, we’ll just ignore that.’ Instead, we

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1:59

USAID in Crisis: Mass Layoffs and Shutdown Loom As...

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2025/02/06

“It’s something that should have been done a long time ago,” President Donald Trump said as he signed an executive order aimed at shutting down the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Late Tuesday, a directive was issued ordering all direct-hire employees worldwide to go on leave by Friday night and return to the U.S. within 30 days. Contractors, who make up a significant portion of the agency’s workforce, have already been laid off. The move is part of Trump’s push to dismantle USAID

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1:39

Hank Aaron: A Legacy of Excellence, Perseverance, and...

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2025/02/05

On this day in 1934, Hank Aaron, one of baseball’s greatest players, was born in Mobile, AL. He began in the Negro Leagues before joining Major League Baseball in 1954. Over 23 seasons with the Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves, then the Milwaukee Brewers where he shattered records. Aaron also set all-time records for total bases, extra-base hits, and RBIs, cementing his legacy as one of the game’s most dominant hitters. His impact extended beyond baseball, as he endured racism with quiet strength while

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1:46

Military Black Hawk Reveals it was Above Max Altitude...

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2025/02/05

I'm Jamie Jackson in a significant development concerning last month's devastating aviation disaster. Federal investigators revealed this week that a military helicopter was operating well above its permitted altitude when it collided with a commercial airliner landing at Reagan National Airport.It resulted in 67 people losing their lives. According to National Transportation Safety Board officials. Preliminary air traffic control data from DCA indicates that the Black Hawk was flying at an

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1:37

February 6th 1820, marks the first organized Black...

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2025/02/05

On February 6, 1820, 88 free Black men and women set sail for Sierra Leone aboard the Mayflower of Liberia, marking the first organized Black migration to Africa. Funded by Congress and led by the American Colonization Society, the voyage was driven by the belief that African Americans could not fully integrate into American society. In 1821, a U.S. Navy mission sought land for a permanent settlement, leading to the establishment of Liberia in 1824. Over 40 years, up to 20,000 freed Blacks and

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Trump's Gaza Cleansing: Forced Exodus & a New...

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2025/02/05

During a joint press conference with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Donald Trump declared that he wants the U.S. to take over the Gaza Strip and force the relocation of millions of Palestinians, with wealthy neighboring countries footing the redevelopment bill."It should not go through a process of rebuilding and occupation by the same people that have really stood there and fought for it and lived there and died there and lived a miserable existence there," said Trump. His proposal

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1:46

U.S. Secures Canadian Border Deal Following Mexico Deal

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2025/02/05

(AURN News) — President Donald Trump announced a major border security agreement with Canada on Tuesday, his second major deal this week, following earlier threats of substantial tariffs against both our neighbors to the north and Mexico.The Canadian agreement, which includes a $1.3 billion border security investment, comes just days after Mexico committed to deploying 10,000 soldiers along its southern border with the United States. Both deals prompted Trump to pause proposed tariffs for 30 days

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