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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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1:17

Morgan State Gets $103M From MacKenzie Scott

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2025/10/17

Morgan State University has received a $63 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, the ex-wife of billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. The gift — her second to the HBCU — brings her total contributions to $103 million. University President David K. Wilson calls the gift a “partnership in progress” that will help strengthen the school’s endowment and student success programs.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled

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Chamber Sues Trump Over $100K Visa Fee

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2025/10/17

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has filed suit against the Trump administration after it imposed a $100,000 fee on companies hiring foreign workers through the H-1B visa program. The Chamber says the policy is unlawful and hurts small businesses and startups. Executive Vice President Neil Bradley says the group is ready to work with Congress and the administration on common-sense immigration reforms. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned &

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Lerone Bennett Jr. — The Historian Who Reframed Black...

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2025/10/17

On Oct. 13, 1928, historian and journalist Lerone Bennett Jr. was born in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Over decades at Ebony magazine, he shaped how America understands Black history and identity. His book “Forced Into Glory” challenged myths about Abraham Lincoln and sparked national debate. 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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1:17

Judge Orders ICE to Wear Body Cameras

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2025/10/16

U.S. District Judge Sara L. Ellis has ordered ICE officers in Chicago to begin wearing body cameras after videos surfaced showing agents using tear gas and other forceful tactics against protesters. The ruling follows concerns that previous limits on riot control weapons were being ignored. Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker praised the order, while a Cook County judge separately barred ICE from courthouse arrests. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading

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Anti-Fascism Scholar Fleeing U.S. After Death Threats

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2025/10/16

Rutgers University history professor Mark Bray tells AURN News he fled the U.S. for Spain after violent threats connected to his academic work on anti-fascism. Bray, author of “Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Handbook,” says online campaigns and doxxing forced his family to leave their home. 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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Judge Blocks Trump Administration Layoffs During...

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2025/10/16

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s plan to lay off thousands of federal employees during the ongoing government shutdown. The ruling, issued by Judge Susan Y. Illston of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, calls the layoffs illegal and beyond executive authority. 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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U.S. Passport Falls to No. 12 Worldwide

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2025/10/15

The U.S. passport isn’t what it used to be. For the first time, America has slipped out of the top 10 in global travel rankings — landing at No. 12, tied with Malaysia and just ahead of Romania. The latest Henley & Partners Passport Index shows a continued decline from the days when the U.S. held the top spot. 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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First Black Equestrian Museum Opens in Connecticut

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2025/10/15

The Mary Fields Horse & Heritage Museum in Connecticut is now open — the nation’s first museum dedicated to Black equestrian history. Named after “Stagecoach Mary” Fields, the first Black woman to work for the U.S. Postal Service, the museum highlights her fearless legacy and the long-overlooked contributions of Black cowboys and horse culture in America. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:

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1:17

SCOTUS Hears Landmark Louisiana Voting Rights Case

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2025/10/15

The U.S. Supreme Court hears Louisiana v. Callais, a major case challenging Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. At stake is the future of Black voter representation and fair redistricting. 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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Dozens of Media Outlets Reject Pentagon Press Rules

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2025/10/14

More than 30 media outlets, including Fox News, CNN, The Associated Press, and The New York Times, are rejecting the Pentagon’s new press rules. The policy allows the Defense Department to revoke credentials for publishing information not cleared for release — even if unclassified. Journalists say it threatens the First Amendment and government transparency. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:

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Poll: Americans Lose Faith as Shutdown Drags On

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2025/10/14

A new Economist/YouGov poll finds that most Americans believe the nation is heading in the wrong direction as the government shutdown stretches into its third week. Majorities of white, Black, and Hispanic respondents say they’re dissatisfied with how President Donald Trump and Congress have handled the 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 choices. Visit

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Trump Administration Layoffs Hit Education Department...

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2025/10/14

The Trump administration’s mass firings have hit the Education Department hard — leaving millions of students with disabilities at risk as oversight and enforcement stall. Advocates warn the move could cripple the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the landmark law protecting every child’s right to a free, appropriate education. 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

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Remembering Miss Major Griffin-Gracy

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2025/10/14

Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a Black transgender woman and revolutionary LGBTQ+ leader, has died at 78. Over five decades, she fought for the rights and survival of trans people — especially Black trans women, incarcerated trans women, and those facing police brutality. Her legacy shaped the modern LGBTQ+ movement and inspired generations to follow. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn

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Shutdown Reaches Day 13 With No End in Sight

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2025/10/13

The government shutdown reaches Day 13 with no end in sight. Speaker Mike Johnson stands firm against negotiations over health care funding as thousands of federal workers face furloughs and firings. Vice President J.D. Vance calls the cuts painful but necessary, while Democrats push to protect Affordable Care Act subsidies. 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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The Black Church’s Answer to Christian Nationalism

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2025/10/13

As Christian nationalism grows under President Donald Trump’s second term, Rev. Quardricos Driskell of Beulah Baptist Church says the Black church must amplify its moral and social voice. He calls for new strategies to engage younger generations and confront injustice both online and in the streets. 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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Hostages Freed as Gaza Ceasefire Takes Hold

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2025/10/13

Hamas released the final 20 hostages and Israel freed more than 1,900 Palestinian prisoners in a deal brokered by the U.S. President Donald Trump attended a Summit for Peace, earning Israel’s highest civilian honor for his role in securing the ceasefire. 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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Remembering Rev. Jesse L. Douglas Sr.

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2025/10/13

Rev. Jesse L. Douglas Sr., a trusted aide to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and key figure in the Selma-to-Montgomery voting rights marches, has died at 90. Douglas helped lead logistics and movement spirituals that inspired thousands across the civil rights era. 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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Trump’s Shutdown Firings Draw Bipartisan Criticism

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2025/10/10

Ten days into the government shutdown, the Trump administration has begun reducing the federal workforce in a move never seen before during a closure. OMB Director Russell Vought confirmed reductions in force across key agencies, prompting legal and political backlash from both parties.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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1:47

Why Tariffs Aren’t Fixing the Federal Budget

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2025/10/10

Wall Street Journal reporter Richard Rubin explains why record tariff revenue can’t close the nation’s growing budget deficit. From the Department of Government Efficiency to rising entitlement costs, Rubin outlines why the U.S. fiscal situation remains unsustainable — even as America’s economy stays strong. 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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1:31

Hazel Johnson-Brown: A Trailblazer in the U.S. Army

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2025/10/10

On Oct. 10, 1927, Hazel Johnson-Brown was born in West Chester, Pennsylvania. She made history in 1979 as the first Black woman promoted to U.S. Army general and led more than 7,000 nurses in the Army Nurse Corps. Twice named Army Nurse of the Year, Johnson-Brown paved the way for generations of women and Black military leaders. 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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