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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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Hurricane Milton Wreaks Havoc Across Florida

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2024/10/10

Hurricane Milton slammed into Florida Wednesday night, causing widespread devastation before heading into the Atlantic, making landfall as a category 3 storm. Meteorologists thought it would be a category 5. The destruction left at least four people dead and knocked out power to more than 3 million homes and businesses. While Tampa avoided a direct hit, the storm still brought intense rain, flooding, and a storm surge of up to 10 feet in some areas. Officials warn the danger isn't over, with

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This Day in History: Frank Robinson Becomes MLB's...

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2024/10/09

Frank Robinson, after an illustrious career as an outfielder and base runner with 586 home runs, made history on Oct. 9, 1974, by becoming Major League Baseball's first African-American field manager with the Cleveland Indians. On Oct. 10, Robinson would throw out the ceremonial first pitch at the first playoff game at Nationals Park. In June 2012, at age 76, he was appointed Major League Baseball's executive vice president of player development. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1982,

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Hollywood Live: Cissy Houston, an iconic gospel...

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2024/10/09

In this heartfelt episode of Hollywood Live, Tanya Hart honors the life and legacy of gospel icon Cissy Houston, the mother of the late Whitney Houston, who passed away at the age of 91 in her New Jersey home. Surrounded by family, Cissy had been in hospice care for Alzheimer’s disease. Known not only as Whitney’s mother but as a remarkable singer in her own right, Cissy Houston’s career spanned decades. She was an aunt to Dionne and Dee Dee Warwick and a cousin of opera singer Leontyne Price. Tanya

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Tornado Threat Intensifies As Hurricane Milton Nears...

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2024/10/09

(AURN News) — As Hurricane Milton bears down on Florida's west coast, the NOAA National Weather Service National Hurricane Center is warning of an elevated tornado threat across much of central and southern Florida. The National Hurricane Center reports that the tornado risk associated with Milton is greater than typically seen with most landfalling hurricanes. A tornado watch has been issued through 9 p.m. EDT Wednesday, covering a large area from Orlando south to Lake Okeechobee and extending

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Historic Hurricane Milton Approaches Florida's West...

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2024/10/09

(AURN News) — Hurricane Milton, the powerful category 4 storm with maximum sustained winds of 145 mph, is rapidly approaching Florida's west coast, prompting urgent warnings from the NOAA National Weather Service Hurricane Center. As of 11 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, Milton was located approximately 190 miles southwest of Tampa, moving northeast at 17 mph. The National Hurricane Center reports that multiple life-threatening hazards are expected to impact much of Florida from Wednesday afternoon through

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White House Braces for Dual Hurricanes Amid Funding...

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2024/10/09

Florida is bracing for the catastrophic Hurricane Milton, expected to hit landfall as a category 5 storm with winds of over 160 miles per hour and a storm surge of up to 12 feet. The White House is in full response mode. President Joe Biden declared Florida a disaster area, mobilizing Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) resources, including food, water, and rescue teams. Meanwhile, FEMA is still assisting with the recovery from Hurricane Helene, which devastated multiple southern states just

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HUD's $420M Push To Remove Lead Hazards Aims To...

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2024/10/08

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced over $420 million in funding to eliminate lead hazards from homes across 32 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico. The goal is to protect low-income families, particularly children, from the dangers of lead exposure, which can cause severe health issues. The funding includes $395 million to support local governments in reducing lead-based paint hazards and $10 million for research on improving safety and cost-effectiveness in

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Cissy Houston, Grammy-Winning Gospel Legend and...

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2024/10/08

Cissy Houston, a two-time Grammy-winning gospel and soul singer who performed alongside legends like Aretha Franklin, has died at 91, according to The Associated Press. Houston passed away Monday morning at her home in New Jersey, under hospice care for Alzheimer’s disease, her daughter-in-law Pat Houston confirmed. Known for her deep faith and conviction, Houston was a towering figure in the music industry for over seven decades. From her early days with The Sweet Inspirations to her successful

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Harris Slams Trump For False Claims on Hurricane...

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2024/10/08

"It's going to be very, very serious. And I urge you to please just grab whatever you need. Listen to the orders you're getting from your local officials. They know what they're telling you," Vice President Kamala Harris said. She was giving an update on Hurricane Milton, which is expected to hit the Tampa Bay, Florida, area as a Category 5 storm. During remarks, she also rebuked former President Donald Trump for what she says are lies he's been spreading about the U.S. Federal Emergency Management

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Hollywood Live: Bronny James’ Sweet Shoutout & Donald...

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2024/10/08

In this heartwarming episode of Hollywood Live, Tanya Hart shares the cutest story of the week: Bronny James and his girlfriend Parker Whitfield celebrating National Boyfriend Day. Parker, the 19-year-old daughter of “All My Children” star DeAndre Whitfield and actress-director Sally Richardson Whitfield, gave a sweet shoutout to Bronny on Instagram. She posted an adorable photo of the two with Mickey Mouse at Disneyland, captioning it, “BF Day, I love you, Bronny.” The couple, who met in high

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Hurricane Milton Now Threatens Florida's West and...

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2024/10/08

(AURN News) — Hurricane Milton is now prompting officials to issue hurricane and storm surge warnings for nearly the entire state of Florida. The Category 4 storm is now threatening both the east and west coasts of the Sunshine State, with the west coast already under a hurricane warning. The storm was a category 5 on Monday and is expected to return to that level later on Tuesday. The National Hurricane Center has expanded its warnings, urging residents across Florida to either prepare for the

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Hurricane Milton Leads to Evacuations

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2024/10/08

(AURN News) — Florida's Gulf Coast is preparing for another potentially catastrophic hurricane, just weeks after Hurricane Helene battered the state's Big Bend region. Hurricane Milton has rapidly intensified into a Category 5 storm. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Hurricane Center reports that Milton now boasts maximum sustained winds of 175 mph. Officials also predict life-threatening storm surge of up to 12 feet along Florida's Gulf Coast. Some counties have already

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Hurricane Milton Threatens Florida's Coastline

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2024/10/07

Hurricane Milton is now a Category 5 storm heading toward Florida’s Gulf Coast, with the Tampa Bay area expected to take the brunt of the hit by Wednesday. The Biden administration is mobilizing federal resources, including U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) teams, ambulances, and millions of meals and water supplies to assist in preparation and recovery. President Biden approved Florida’s emergency declaration to ensure federal support is available for evacuations, search and rescue,

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One Year of War: Calls for Ceasefire Amidst Devastation

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2024/10/07

Today, President Joe Biden and the First Lady will mark one year since Hamas' brutal Oct. 7 terrorist attack when militants killed 1,200 people in Israel during a music festival. They'll be joined by a rabbi and participate in a candle-lighting ceremony. In a statement, Biden reaffirmed U.S. support for Israel's right to defend itself and condemned the rise in anti-Semitism. He noted the war's toll on Palestinians, with over 41,000 deaths, many of them women and children, and said efforts for a

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Kamala Harris Embarks on Media Blitz As Early Voting...

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2024/10/07

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to make a major media push this week as early voting kicks off, with a series of high-profile interviews before heading to the West Coast. According to a senior campaign official, Harris will appear on "The Howard Stern Show," "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," and "The View." This media tour also includes a previously announced "60 Minutes" interview airing on Monday, as well as a feature on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast, releasing on Sunday. Later in the week,

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Hollywood Live: Taylor Swift’s Surge After Harris...

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2024/10/05

In this episode of Hollywood Live, Tanya Hart dives into Taylor Swift’s surging popularity following her endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris. Despite Donald Trump’s prediction that Swift would “pay a price” for the endorsement, the opposite has happened. Taylor has seen a spike in followers, gaining 1 million on Spotify and increasing her Instagram count by 260,000, bringing her to 280.3 million followers. It seems Kamala Harris is good for business, which might be why Bruce Springsteen has

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Black Excellence Shines: Dave Steward Ranks Among...

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2024/10/05

(AURN News) — In a powerful testament to Black entrepreneurship and perseverance, Dave Steward has secured his place among America's financial elite. The latest Forbes 400 list of the nation's wealthiest individuals features Steward as the richest Black man in America, with a remarkable net worth of $11.4 billion.At 73 years old, Steward's journey from humble beginnings to the pinnacle of business success is nothing short of inspirational. Born in Chicago and raised in Clinton, Missouri, he broke

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Haitian American Congresswoman Advocates for Haiti,...

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2024/10/04

(AURN News) — Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, the only Haitian-American in Congress, is championing policies to support Haiti and strengthen U.S. trade relations with Caribbean nations. Representing Florida's 20th congressional district, Cherfilus-McCormick views her role as pivotal in shaping Haiti policy. "This fight for Haiti is really a fight that I'm passionate about, it's very personal," she said. "I remember growing up and always having the narrative and the turmoil of Haiti being told by

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A Break Down of the Latino Vote

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2024/10/04

(AURN News) — A new NBC/Telemundo poll reveals a breakdown of Latino voting patterns as the 2024 presidential election approaches. The survey of 1,000 registered Latino voters offers a complex picture of political leanings and priorities within what many consider to be a crucial voting bloc. The poll shows 49% of Latino voters identify as Democrats or lean Democratic, compared to 37% who align with or lean towards the Republican party. When asked about racial identity, a majority of respondents

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Job Market Shows Strength in September

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2024/10/04

(AURN News) — The U.S. economy added 254,000 jobs in September with the unemployment rate holding steady at 4.1%, although it is higher than last year, according to the latest report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Restaurants and bars led the way in hiring, adding 69,000 jobs last month. This surge far outpaced the industry's average monthly gain of 14,000 over the past year. Healthcare also saw significant growth, with 45,000 new positions, particularly in home health care, hospitals, and

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