August Marks National Black Business Month
(AURN News) — Did you know that August is National Black Business Month? Here are the numbers behind the impact of Black-owned businesses in America. With more than 3 million Black-owned businesses in the country, those businesses generate an estimated $200 billion in combined annual revenue. Established in 2004 by John William Templeton and Frederick […]
Blanche’s Attorney General Nomination Stalls in Senate Committee
WASHINGTON (AURN News) — Todd Blanche’s nomination to become attorney general has stalled after the Senate Judiciary Committee postponed a vote on advancing his confirmation. The vote was called off Wednesday night after two Republicans on the panel declined to say whether they would support him. At issue are the concerns of Sen. John Cornyn, […]
Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’ Musical Headed to Broadway in 2027
(AURN News) — According to a recent press release, Prince’s “Purple Rain” is coming to Broadway next spring at the Majestic Theatre. Previews begin March 12, 2027, with opening night set for April 12. Tickets go on sale in September, while casting will be announced later. The musical is based on Prince’s Grammy-winning album and […]
Black Arts Movement Icon Betye Saar Dies at 99
(AURN News) — According to CNN, artist Betye Saar, whose work explored Black identity, culture and spirituality, has died at 99. A leading figure in the Black Arts Movement, Saar transformed found objects and racist memorabilia into symbols of resistance and liberation. Her 1972 work, “The Liberation of Aunt Jemima,” recast the stereotypical mammy figure […]
Airfare Could Be the Next Price Shock for Americans
(AURN News) — Will airfare prices rise? And how will the up and down of prices and the economy affect the midterm elections, now less than 100 days away? Oil prices will for sure come into play. Crude oil remains on a roller coaster ride as a result of U.S.-Iran tensions, where the constant stop […]
Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment at Senate Hearing on COVID-19 Origins
WASHINGTON (AURN News) — Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right and refused to answer lawmakers’ questions this morning during a high-stakes Senate hearing into the origins of COVID-19. The former top infectious disease official appeared before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, chaired by Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., a longtime Fauci […]
More Than 155 Scientists Rally Behind Fauci Ahead of Senate Hearing
WASHINGTON (AURN News) — On the eve of another high-profile Senate hearing, more than 155 scientists, physicians and public health advocates are publicly defending Dr. Anthony Fauci, accusing the Trump administration and its allies in Congress of waging what they call a political campaign against science. In a letter released today, the group urged lawmakers […]
Affordability Emerges as Top Issue in Texas Senate Race
DALLAS (AURN News) — The Texas Senate race continues to make national headlines and draw national attention. The matchup between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton remains close, but a new poll shows Talarico gaining ground. Texas Public Opinion Research found that Talarico now leads Paxton 45% to 40%. The polling firm said that […]
On This Day in 1917: Silent March Through Harlem Marked a Turning Point in Civil Rights
(AURN News) — On July 28, 1917, thousands of Black Americans marched silently through Harlem to protest racial terror, lynching and the massacre in East St. Louis, Illinois. Organized by the NAACP along with Black civic and religious organizations, the Silent Parade drew as many as 8,000 people down Fifth Avenue, accompanied only by the […]
Sen. Lindsey Graham Laid to Rest
WASHINGTON (AURN News) — Funeral services for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., begin today. An arrival ceremony took place this morning at the U.S. Capitol, where an Armed Forces body bearer team carried his remains into the Rotunda, honoring his service in the Air Force. A private ceremony followed before the casket moved to […]