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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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D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser Announces She Will Not Seek...

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2025/11/26

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has announced she will not seek a fourth term, bringing her decade-long leadership of the nation’s capital to a close in 2027. In a letter to residents, Bowser reflected on her tenure, expressing gratitude for city workers and describing the role as the honor of her life. Bowser, the first Black woman elected mayor of D.C., previously served on the D.C. Council before taking office in 2015.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading

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Emmett Till Site to Be Preserved as a Sacred Memorial

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2025/11/26

The Emmett Till Interpretive Center has purchased the long-hidden Mississippi Delta barn where 14-year-old Emmett Till was tortured and murdered in 1955. With a $1.5 million gift from television producer Shonda Rhimes, the site will be preserved as a sacred space dedicated to truth-telling and historical remembrance. The memorial is expected to open by Till’s 75th anniversary in 2030 as part of a larger preservation effort honoring his legacy. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the

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States Sue Over Cuts to Homelessness Funding

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2025/11/25

Twenty states and the District of Columbia have filed a federal lawsuit accusing HUD of stripping more than $3 billion in homelessness funding and pushing people out of permanent housing programs. State attorneys general say the administration’s changes violate federal law and threaten access to housing, child care, job training and mental health services for thousands.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media

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U.S. Consumer Confidence Falls Ahead of Holidays

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2025/11/25

Consumer confidence in the U.S. has fallen sharply, with Americans reporting growing pessimism about business conditions, labor markets and household incomes. As inflation and job losses weigh heavily on workers, spending expectations for major purchases are declining even as the holiday shopping season ramps up. 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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Remembering Mother Fletcher: Tulsa Survivor Dies at 111

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2025/11/25

Mother Fletcher, the oldest living survivor of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, has died at 111. A lifelong advocate for justice, she spent her later years testifying before Congress and fighting for recognition of Greenwood’s destruction. Her passing leaves just one remaining known survivor of the massacre. 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 Dismisses Case Against Comey and Letitia James

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2025/11/24

A federal judge has dismissed all Department of Justice charges against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, ruling that prosecutors failed to present adequate evidence. Both issued short statements expressing relief and recommitting to public service. Legal analysts say the ruling may influence future oversight cases and raise questions about prosecutorial limits. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned

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Two Texas Men Charged in Alleged Plot to Seize...

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2025/11/24

Two Texas men have been charged with plotting a violent takeover of a Haitian island, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas. Prosecutors say the men planned to kill the island’s male residents and enslave women and children, while taking steps to prepare for an armed invasion. The charges include conspiracy to murder, maim or kidnap in a foreign country and production of child pornography. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a

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Greene Resigns as GOP Tensions Deepen

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2025/11/24

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced she will resign from Congress next year, marking a major shake-up inside the GOP. Her exit follows weeks of public clashes with former ally President Donald Trump. Republicans now face a narrower majority and growing internal tensions heading into the midterms. 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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Celebrating Music Pioneer Terry Lewis at 69

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2025/11/24

On Nov. 24, 1956, Terry Lewis was born in Omaha, Nebraska. Decades later, he would become one half of Jam & Lewis, the iconic production duo behind era-defining music from Janet Jackson, Boyz II Men, Sounds of Blackness and more. From a football scholarship at Notre Dame to shaping the sound of Black popular music, Lewis’s journey shows how a detour can redefine destiny.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media

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Trump Meets NYC Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani

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2025/11/22

President Donald Trump and New York City’s incoming mayor, Zohran Mamdani, held a closely watched Oval Office meeting following months of political clashes. Their conversation focused on homelessness, rising rents, economic equity and funding concerns that could shape the city’s direction. Analysts say the meeting may define the tone of federal–city cooperation as Mamdani pursues an ambitious policy agenda.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned &

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Study Shows Gen Z and Millennials Are Outpacing Older...

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2025/11/22

A new study from Vanguard offers good news for younger workers: Gen Z and millennials are more likely to be on track for retirement compared with Gen X and baby boomers. Expanded access to defined-contribution plans and improved plan features are helping younger employees build long-term financial security — even as debt remains a major challenge.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletterLearn

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1:14

Ella Fitzgerald’s 1934 Apollo Debut

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2025/11/21

On this day in 1934, a 17-year-old Ella Fitzgerald took the stage at Amateur Night at the Apollo Theater — a last-minute switch from dancing to singing that captivated the crowd and launched her legendary career. The “First Lady of Song” went on to become one of the most celebrated voices in music history, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media

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Death Threats and Defiance in Washington

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2025/11/21

President Donald Trump calls Democratic lawmakers’ actions “seditious behavior,” escalating tensions in Washington. The lawmakers — all military veterans — respond forcefully in a new video, reaffirming their commitment to the Constitution over any individual leader. 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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Jobs Report Shows Sharp Economic Strain for Black Women

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2025/11/20

The newest jobs report, released after a seven-week delay caused by the shutdown, highlights a sharp rise in unemployment among Black women — now at 7.5%, the highest in years. Economists warn Black women often serve as an early economic indicator, and other labor trends in the report show similar strain. Federal job cuts and tariff-hit industries like transportation and warehousing are worsening the outlook.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned

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Democrats Hold Early Edge in 2026 Midterm Polling

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2025/11/20

A fresh NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll gives Democrats a notable early advantage heading into the 2026 midterm elections, with 55% of registered voters favoring a Democratic congressional candidate. Independents — often a decisive bloc — lean heavily Democratic as well. The poll also reveals how voters assign blame for the recent government shutdown.Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletterLearn

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Appeals Court Blocks Limits on Immigration Agents’...

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2025/11/20

A federal appeals court has halted a sweeping order from a lower-court judge who found that federal immigration officers used tactics that “shocked the conscience” during a Trump-era crackdown in Chicago. While the appeals court blocked the restrictions for now, it also left open the possibility of a narrower injunction as the case moves forward.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Border Patrol’s Secret Surveillance Network

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2025/11/20

A new AP investigation finds that Border Patrol is quietly tracking more than 100 million American drivers through a hidden surveillance network that stretches far beyond the border. The system feeds police “Whisper Intel” and triggers “wall stops,” raising urgent questions about privacy and civil liberties. 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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Justice Department Agrees to Release Jeffrey Epstein...

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2025/11/19

The Justice Department has agreed to release its Jeffrey Epstein investigative files within 30 days, following pressure from Congress. But exemptions in the new law mean the DOJ can still withhold major portions of the records.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Xavier University of Louisiana Receives $38 Million...

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2025/11/19

Xavier University of Louisiana is the latest HBCU to benefit from MacKenzie Scott’s transformative philanthropy. The billionaire author and philanthropist has donated $38 million to the university, boosting student support, academic services, and affordability programs. Scott has given more than $740 million to HBCUs this year alone. 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

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Judge Blocks Texas Gerrymandering Plan

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2025/11/19

A federal court has blocked Texas’ 2025 congressional map, ruling that the redistricting plan unlawfully weakens voting power for Black and Latino communities. Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton have appealed to the Supreme Court, but tight election deadlines loom. 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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