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The Black Orchestral Network has released a letter urging American orchestras to invest more heavily in Black classical musicians and rethink fellowship and career development programs. The organization says stronger support systems and greater representation are critical to the future of classical music. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned...

"Abbott Elementary" creator and Emmy winner Quinta Brunson is set to develop and star in a new feature film about the legendary animated icon Betty Boop, Variety reports. The film will delve into Betty Boop's origins and evolution, highlighting the creative and commercial pressures behind one of animation's first global icons. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from...

The Democratic National Committee has released a sweeping after-action report examining the party’s losses in the 2024 election cycle. The document points to campaign strategy failures, demographic shifts and organizational shortcomings while raising broader questions about the party’s future direction. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned &...

As summer travel season approaches, many Americans are rethinking vacation plans because of rising gas prices and higher overall costs. A new WalletHub survey found many travelers expect to spend less this summer, while others say they are willing to go into debt for a vacation. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:...

The NAACP and Congressional Black Caucus have launched a new campaign called “Out of Bounds,” urging Black athletes to boycott public universities in states accused of weakening voting rights protections after the Supreme Court’s Louisiana v. Callais ruling. Civil rights leaders say the movement is aimed at challenging efforts they believe dilute Black political power. Subscribe to our newsletter...

Civil rights pioneer Brenda Travis has died at 81 after a lifetime tied to the struggle for racial justice in Mississippi. Arrested at just 15 years old for protesting segregation, Travis later became an educator, author and keeper of Mississippi’s civil rights history. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://...

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has secured the Democratic nomination for governor of Georgia after avoiding a runoff in Tuesday’s primary election. If elected in November, Bottoms could become Georgia’s first Black woman governor and the nation’s first Black woman elected governor. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled...

Treasury yields are reaching levels not seen since before the 2008 financial crisis, raising concerns about borrowing costs and affordability for Americans. Economists warn that rising yields could make loans for homes, cars and credit cards even more expensive. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com...

Gas prices are climbing again nationwide, with the national average now sitting at $4.55 a gallon. While prices may feel historic for consumers, they still remain below the record national average reached during the summer of 2022. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecas...

Primary elections across several states are revealing the continued influence President Donald Trump holds inside the Republican Party, while major races in Georgia and Pennsylvania could shape the political landscape heading into the general election. The contests also underscore the continued importance of Black voter turnout in battleground states. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed w...

Former Massachusetts Congressman Barney Frank has died at 86. Frank became one of the nation’s most visible liberal lawmakers, helped reshape Wall Street after the 2008 financial crisis and made history as the first sitting member of Congress to voluntarily come out as gay. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: http...

Vice President JD Vance faced tough questions during a White House briefing over the Trump administration’s newly created “ Anti-Weaponization Fund ,” a nearly $1.8 billion taxpayer-funded program critics say could benefit Trump allies. The exchange also renewed debate over Medicaid cuts and their potential impact on rural hospitals. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest new...

The Grammy Museum’s upcoming exhibit, “Tower of Song: Iconic Songwriters & Recordings,” will spotlight memorabilia connected to legendary Black artists including Prince, Janet Jackson, Miles Davis, Earth, Wind & Fire and Bill Withers. The exhibit opens May 28 and celebrates the lasting impact of Black music on American culture. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from...

Voters are heading to the polls across several states as legal battles over redistricting and Black political representation intensify following a major Supreme Court ruling weakening the Voting Rights Act. Civil rights groups and lawmakers say districts represented by Black members of Congress are increasingly under threat. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a...

President Donald Trump dropped his lawsuit against the IRS over leaked tax returns just before the Justice Department announced a nearly $2 billion taxpayer-funded settlement fund tied to the case. Critics are raising constitutional concerns over the newly created “Anti-Weaponization Fund” and how it was established without a congressional vote. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with th...

Kevin Warsh will be sworn in this week as the new chair of the Federal Reserve, marking a major leadership transition at the central bank. Warsh takes over as the country continues to face inflation, high gas prices and uncertainty tied to the war with Iran. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/new...

A new New York Times/Siena College poll shows President Donald Trump facing growing backlash over the war with Iran, with voters increasingly concerned about rising gas prices and the broader economy. The poll also highlights continuing dissatisfaction with both major political parties ahead of the midterm elections. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading...

Clarence Carter, the Southern soul singer and guitarist known for hits like “Slip Away,” “Back Door Santa” and “Patches,” has died at 90. Blind from childhood, Carter built a decades-long career that left a lasting mark on Southern soul and rhythm and blues music. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.c...

Thousands of protesters are expected to gather in Selma and Montgomery for a national day of action following a Supreme Court ruling critics say weakened the Voting Rights Act. Organizers say the demonstrations are part of a renewed push to protect Black political power and voting rights across the South. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned...

The Supreme Court handed abortion rights advocates a major victory by indefinitely blocking restrictions on mifepristone, the abortion pill central to post-Roe abortion access in America. The ruling preserves telehealth abortion access nationwide as legal and political battles over reproductive rights continue. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-...

On this day in 1970, police opened fire at Jackson State College in Mississippi, killing Phillip Lafayette Gibbs and James Earl Green and injuring 12 others. The shooting came just days after the Kent State tragedy and remains a painful chapter in the history of racial injustice and protest in America. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & c...

New Consumer Price Index data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows inflation pressures continue to impact Americans through higher food and electricity prices. The latest report adds to concerns about affordability and the broader economy. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted...

New data from WalletHub shows credit card interest rates on new offers are falling, but annual fees and consumer complaints are continuing to climb. Billing-related complaints filed with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau also saw a sharp increase during the first quarter of 2026. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media...

The housing market saw a slight increase in existing-home sales in April, but economic uncertainty, inflation and rising inventory continue to create challenges for buyers and sellers. New data from the National Association of Realtors also showed home prices continuing to climb. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company...

Congressional Republicans are signaling another reconciliation package focused on affordability and spending cuts, raising concerns among advocates about additional reductions to SNAP and health care programs. A new analysis warns millions of Americans could lose critical benefits if the cuts move forward. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned...