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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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1:51

What to Expect in the First Presidential Debate

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2024/06/24

(AURN NEWS) — The political world is buzzing with anticipation as preparations continue for the first presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. Scheduled for Thursday night in Atlanta, the high-stakes event, hosted by CNN, is poised to be a pivotal moment in the extremely close 2024 presidential race. It also comes much earlier on the calendar than we would typically see a presidential debate. The format will mark significant changes from previous debates

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1:47

On Second Anniversary of Dobbs Decision, VP Harris...

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2024/06/24

"We have to trust women." On the two-year anniversary of Roe v. Wade being struck down, Vice President Kamala Harris posted a message on her X, formerly Twitter, page detailing the repercussions of that decision. "Two years ago today. The highest court in our land, the United States Supreme Court, took a constitutional right that had been recognized from the people of America, from the women of America. And thereafter, in state after state, laws have been proposed and passed that will criminalize

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1:45

Biden Administration Marks Two Years Since Roe v....

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2024/06/24

The Biden-Harris administration is commemorating the second anniversary of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, an issue central to Biden's reelection campaign. The Biden team is hosting over 50 events nationwide to mark the anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision, which ended the federal legal right to abortion. First Lady Jill Biden will attend events in Pennsylvania, while Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff will hold

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1:45

This Day in History: Celebrating NBA Legend Samuel...

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2024/06/24

NBA legend Samuel Jones was born June 24, 1933. Selected by the Boston Celtics in the 1957 NBA Draft, he spent his entire 12-season professional career with the team, winning the second-highest number of NBA championships ever, second only to teammate Bill Russell. Jones was a five-time NBA All-Star and 10-time NBA champion, known for his perfect jump shot form and clutch shooting, earning him the nickname "The Shooter." After retiring in 1969, Jones coached at Federal City College, North Carolina

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1:52

World Mourns Legend of the Diamond, Willie Mays,...

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2024/06/21

"I gave everything I had." And that he did. That was the voice of Willie Mays, who died Tuesday at 93. He was one of the greatest baseball players of all time. During last night's game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the San Francisco Giants at Rickwood Field, it was a special night of tributes. "Please join us in a moment of silence as we remember the great Willie Mays." Willie "Say Hey Kid" Mays was one of the last living players of the Negro League that started in 1948 with the Birmingham

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1:45

Biden Takes Lead in New Poll

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2024/06/21

(AURN NEWS) — A new Fox News poll suggests a major shift in the 2024 presidential race, with President Joe Biden now leading former President Donald Trump for the first time in months. The survey, released Wednesday, shows Biden ahead of Trump by a narrow margin of 50% to 48% in a hypothetical head-to-head matchup. This marks the first time since October 2023 that Biden has surpassed Trump in the network's polling. When third-party candidates are included, the race tightens, but Biden maintains a

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Louisiana Mandates Ten Commandments Displays in...

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2024/06/21

Louisiana has become the first state to mandate the display of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom, a move supported by the Republican-controlled Legislature under a new conservative governor. The law, signed by Republican Governor Jeff Landry, requires a poster-sized display of the Ten Commandments in large, easily readable font across all public classrooms, from kindergarten through state-funded universities. Governor Landry asserted that "to respect the rule of law, you’ve got

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1:45

Former Kentucky Sheriff's Deputy Sentenced for...

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2024/06/20

A Kentucky sheriff’s deputy has been sentenced to 110 months in prison for violating the constitutional rights of multiple individuals he arrested during his time as a law enforcement officer.Former Boyle County Sheriff’s Deputy Tanner M. Abbott, 31, was convicted of five felonies and one misdemeanor, including excessive use of force, illegal searches, and writing false police reports. Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke emphasized that this sentence sends a clear message that law enforcement

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1:45

Cost of Living Surge Puts Pressure on American...

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2024/06/20

(AURN News) - A comprehensive new study has revealed the escalating financial pressures facing American families as the cost of living continues to rise across the United States. The analysis, conducted by financial technology company SmartAsset using data from MIT's Living Wage Calculator, offers surprising news regarding the income required to meet basic needs in various states. Massachusetts emerged as the most financially demanding state for working parents. Single parents there need an annual

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1:45

VP Harris Hosts Reproductive Rights Discussion with...

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2024/06/20

Vice President Kamala Harris will host a White House event featuring reproductive advocates, impacted patients, and providers in a conversation moderated by Chrissy Teigen. The event marks the anniversary of the Supreme Court's June 24, 2022, Dobbs decision, which overturned Roe v. Wade, and aims to highlight the ongoing battle for reproductive rights. The vice president and Chrissy Teigen will discuss the fallout from the Dobbs decision, emphasizing how extremists have enacted abortion bans that

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1:45

Baseball Legend Willie Mays Dies at 93, Leaving...

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2024/06/20

Willie Mays, the electrifying "Say Hey Kid" whose talent made him one of baseball’s greatest and most beloved players, has passed away at 93. The announcement came from Mays' family and the San Francisco Giants, revealing he died peacefully in the Bay Area on June 18. Mays, who started his professional career in the Negro Leagues in 1948 and was baseball’s oldest living Hall of Famer, was inducted in his first year of eligibility in 1979. A superstar known for his joyous play and exceptional skills

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Biden Marks Juneteenth with Special Proclamation

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2024/06/19

WASHINGTON (AURN News) - President Joe Biden issued a special proclamation this week commemorating the anniversary of Juneteenth, praising the date as marking both the end of slavery in America and the unfulfilled work of making the nation's promise of equality real for all. In the proclamation, Biden highlighted the events of June 19, 1865, when the Army arrived in Texas to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing the last remaining enslaved people in the former Confederacy over two years

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Trump Courts Black Voters

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2024/06/18

(AURN News) - Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump continued his outreach to Black American voters this weekend, holding a roundtable discussion at a Black church in Detroit where he touted his record and took aim at President Joe Biden. Speaking at the 180 Church last weekend, Mr. Trump referenced accomplishments from his term that he claims had a positive impact on the Black community. He also name-dropped Republican Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, whose name has been floated

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President Biden Announces Sweeping Relief for...

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2024/06/18

President Biden has announced new executive actions to provide relief for long-term undocumented immigrants, aiming to keep families together and ease the visa process for U.S. college graduates, including DREAMers.The initiative will allow certain noncitizen spouses and children of U.S. citizens to apply for lawful permanent residence without leaving the country, benefiting approximately 550,000 people. María Teresa Kumar, President of Voto Latino, praised the move, saying this relief will calm

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1:45

Major Heat Wave Grips Nation

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2024/06/18

A severe heat wave is descending on large swaths of the United States this week, with excessive temperatures expected to break daily records in some areas, forecasters warned. The National Weather Service cautioned that "the first significant heat wave of the season" will bring above-average temperatures to the Midwest, Great Lakes, Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions over the next several days. "A heat wave is quickly emerging ahead of a low pressure system from the central Plains, upper Midwest,

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New Report Reveals Impact of Anti-Voter Laws Since 2020

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2024/06/18

A new report from the Movement Advance Project (MAP) highlights the rise in anti-voter laws, making it harder to vote since 2020. Despite the high turnout in the 2020 election, 24 states have implemented restrictive policies, such as strict voter ID laws and withdrawing from the Electronic Registration Information Center. Brian Hinkle, a senior voting policy researcher at MAP, warned that these changes could lead to voter confusion and disenfranchisement, especially among marginalized groups. The

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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Issues Historic 175,000...

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2024/06/18

Maryland Governor Wes Moore has issued over 175,000 pardons for marijuana convictions, marking the most extensive state-level pardon in the country. The executive order aims to mitigate the past injustices of the war on drugs, specifically targeting misdemeanors that have affected tens of thousands of Maryland residents. Advocates see the executive order as a significant step toward eliminating barriers to housing, employment, and education for individuals convicted of now-legal activities. Gov

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MD Governor Pardons Over 175K Marijuana Convictions

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2024/06/17

"With deep pride and soberness, I will pardon over 175,000 convictions. All convictions related to the possession of cannabis and cannabis paraphernalia." That was Maryland Governor Wes Moore on Monday morning announcing the pardoning of over 175,000 marijuana convictions aimed to rectify past injustices. The action includes more than 150,000 misdemeanor convictions for simple cannabis possessions and over 18,000 for related paraphernalia. The governor emphasized that this initiative aligns with

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New Biden Ad Campaign Targets Trump Convictions

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2024/06/17

"He's been convicted of 34 felonies, found liable for sexual assault, and he committed financial fraud. Meanwhile, Joe Biden's been working." That is a new campaign ad put out by the Biden administration going directly after presidential candidate Donald Trump. The $50 million ad blitz focuses on Trump's felonies and will air in key battleground states starting today. The 30-second "Character Matters" ad looks at Biden's commitment to families juxtaposed with Trump's legal troubles. Trump was

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1:40

On this day in 1972: Security Guard's Alert Uncovered...

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2024/06/17

On June 17, 1972, security guard Frank Wills exposed the Watergate break-in. Although President Richard M. Nixon and Washington Post star reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein are most closely associated with the infamous Watergate scandal that led to Nixon's resignation, Frank Wills, a security guard at the Democratic National Committee headquarters, is often overlooked. During his routine patrol, Wills noticed that the basement door had been taped open. He promptly alerted his supervisor and

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