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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was expected to be a centerpiece of President Donald Trump's America 250 celebration. Now, amid peeling paint and algae problems, Trump says vandalism may be to blame after previously pointing the finger at former President Barack Obama. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: http...

A new report from Morgan Stanley finds that housing affordability is unlikely to return to the levels many Americans enjoyed before 2022. The findings suggest that aspiring homebuyers waiting for prices to fall may face a very different housing market than in years past. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https:/...

A U.S. district judge has thrown out six grand jury subpoenas issued by the Trump Justice Department against top Minnesota officials, including Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison. In a strongly worded opinion, the judge said the subpoenas were issued to harass political opponents and lacked a legitimate investigative purpose. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the late...

The latest round of U.S.-Iran negotiations has concluded in Switzerland, with Vice President JD Vance calling the talks a foundation for a final agreement. Despite progress, negotiators still face major challenges involving Iran's nuclear program, the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing regional conflicts. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & cont...

Award-winning science fiction writer Octavia E. Butler was born on June 22, 1947, in Pasadena, California. Through novels such as "Kindred" and "Parable of the Sower," Butler expanded the boundaries of science fiction and became one of the most influential Black writers in American literature. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled...

National Urban League President and CEO Marc Morial says rising costs are being driven by policy decisions in Washington, including tariffs and the conflict involving Iran. In an interview with AURN News, Morial argues that voters should pay closer attention to how political decisions affect their economic well-being. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading...

The Obama Presidential Center is opening to the public on Chicago's South Side after more than a decade of planning and construction. The opening coincides with Juneteenth, adding deeper historical significance to the debut of the campus dedicated to the legacy of President Barack Obama. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media...

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has pardoned 43 people convicted under a 19th-century law that made it a crime to help enslaved people escape. The order recognizes individuals including Elijah Anderson and Gillette Miles, whose efforts to aid enslaved people led to imprisonment and, ultimately, death behind bars. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-own...

The Obama Presidential Center is officially opening after years of planning and construction on Chicago's South Side. The campus features a museum, library branch, community spaces and exhibits dedicated to the legacy of President Barack Obama. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted...

Higher gasoline and diesel prices cost Americans an additional $44.8 billion during the Iran conflict, according to a New York Times analysis. The report found consumers took more bus rides, spent less on essentials and faced higher prices on everyday goods as fuel costs climbed. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company...

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore Black history exhibits and other historical content removed from national parks. The ruling cites exhibits related to slavery, civil rights, Indigenous communities and climate science and gives the administration 21 days to comply. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlle...

Fast-food prices have climbed sharply in recent years, and where you live can make a major difference in how much you spend. A new WalletHub report identifies the states that devote the highest and lowest percentage of their income to fast food purchases. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsle...

Former San Francisco 49ers All-Pro Aldon Smith has died at age 36. According to The New York Times, Smith spent the final morning of his life helping deliver pizzas to a Bay Area homeless charity, a final act of service that is drawing attention as friends and fans remember his life and career. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlle...

A new political era may be taking shape in the nation's capital after voters selected Janeese Lewis George as the Democratic nominee for mayor and Robert White as the Democratic nominee for D.C. delegate to Congress. Their victories come as the city faces major budget challenges and an ongoing fight for statehood. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Bla...

Vice President JD Vance sparred with "The View" co-hosts Whoopi Goldberg and Sunny Hostin over claims that Black history is being removed from public spaces. The debate comes days after a federal judge ordered the Trump administration to restore slavery and civil rights exhibits at several historic sites. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned...

Bitcoin posted gains this week as markets responded to reports of a possible agreement between the United States and Iran. Investors appear encouraged by signs that tensions could ease, helping drive the cryptocurrency above $66,000. While Bitcoin remains below its record high, the latest rally reflects renewed optimism as markets watch developments in the region. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...

On this day in 1966, Stokely Carmichael changed the course of the civil rights movement with two words: “Black Power.” Speaking during the March Against Fear in Mississippi after James Meredith was shot, Carmichael called for a new approach centered on self-determination, pride and political power. The phrase would become one of the most influential rallying cries in modern American history.   Hos...

A new Emerson College poll offers a snapshot of Black political sentiment heading into the 2026 midterm elections. Rising unemployment, workforce declines among Black women and concerns about inflation are fueling frustration, while many voters continue to closely watch developments surrounding voting rights and the economy. The question now is whether that frustration will translate into turnout...

Voters in Washington, D.C., are choosing a new mayor for the first time in more than a decade, but the election has taken on national significance. President Trump has warned that a victory by progressive candidate Janeese Lewis George could prompt efforts to place the city under greater federal control. Legal experts say dismantling D.C.'s home rule would require congressional action, but the iss...

President Donald Trump declared that the war with Iran is over following the announcement of a new peace framework. While negotiators are preparing for a formal signing ceremony, officials on both sides say critical issues — including Iran's nuclear program — remain unresolved. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:...

Henry Ossian Flipper made history on June 14, 1877, when he became the first African American to graduate from the United States Military Academy at West Point. His achievement came despite years of isolation and racism and remains a powerful symbol of perseverance and breaking barriers. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media...

Heavyweight fighter Josh Hokit is facing backlash after making a false claim about former first lady Michelle Obama during a post-fight interview at UFC Freedom 250 on the White House lawn. Critics, including former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III, condemned the remarks, while UFC CEO Dana White said he opposed the comments. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from...

National Urban League President and CEO Marc Morial is sounding the alarm over rising Black unemployment, which he says has climbed significantly over the past two years. Morial argues that federal workforce cuts and anti-DEI policies have contributed to growing economic challenges facing Black Americans. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned...

On June 12, 1991, Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls captured their first NBA championship by defeating the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Finals. The victory marked the beginning of a dynasty that would produce six titles in the 1990s and cement Jordan’s legacy as one of the greatest athletes of all time. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owne...

Inflation hit a three-year high as energy, gasoline and food prices continued to rise, according to new Department of Labor data. The latest numbers underscore the financial pressures many Americans face as the cost of everyday necessities remains elevated. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/news...