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Clay Cane

Clay Cane is an award-winning journalist, writer, radio host, and political commentator. A graduate of Rutgers University with a degree in African-American Studies, his work on race, culture, and politics have appeared in national publications, including the Washington Post, CNN, and The Grio. Clay is a regular political commentator on MSNBC.

September 14, 2026

Atlanta Nightlife Pioneer James L. ‘Mr. V’ Virgil Dies at 85

(AURN News) — James L. “Mr. V” Virgil, a well-known Atlanta entrepreneur and nightlife pioneer, died Sept. 7, 2026, at age 85,…

September 11, 2026

On This Day in 2001: 9/11 Attacks Change America Forever

(AURN News) — On this day 25 years ago, the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks devastated the United States. On Sept. 11, 2001,…

September 10, 2026

On This Day in 1968: Big Daddy Kane Is Born

(AURN News) — On Sept. 10, 1968, Antonio Hardy, better known as Big Daddy Kane, was born in Brooklyn, New York. Today,…

September 9, 2026

On This Day in 1739: Stono Rebellion Begins in South Carolina

(AURN News) — On Sept. 9, 1739, the Stono Rebellion began near the Stono River in South Carolina. Led by an enslaved…

September 8, 2026

‘Moonlight’ Returns to Theaters for 10th Anniversary

(AURN News) — The movie “Moonlight” is returning to theaters for its 10th anniversary, according to Deadline. A24 will re-release Barry Jenkins’…

September 8, 2026

Dorothy Dandridge Remembered 61 Years After Her Death

(AURN News) — On Sept. 8, 1965, the world lost Dorothy Dandridge, a groundbreaking actress, singer and dancer who helped change the…

September 4, 2026

On This Day in 1981: Beyoncé Is Born in Houston

(AURN News) — On Sept. 4, 1981, Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter was born in Houston, Texas. Today, the global superstar celebrates her 45th…

September 3, 2026

Grammy-Winning Jazz Singer Cassandra Wilson Dies at 70

(AURN News) — Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Cassandra Wilson, a native of Jackson, Mississippi, has died at 70, according to WLBT. Jackson Mayor…

September 2, 2026

Harrison Barnes Invests $25 Million to Buy Iowa Community Bank

(AURN News) — San Antonio Spurs veteran Harrison Barnes has invested $25 million of his own money to purchase Community State Bank…

September 1, 2026

Duane Keith Davis Convicted in Tupac Shakur Murder

(AURN News) — Duane Keith Davis, 63, was found guilty of first-degree murder for orchestrating the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur in…

August 31, 2026

Colin Kaepernick to Receive Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award

(AURN News) — Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick will receive the Muhammad Ali Center’s Humanitarian of the Year award at a Nov.…

August 28, 2026

Colleges Scale Back Black Studies Programs Across the U.S.

(AURN News) — Colleges are cutting Black studies programs, majors, classes and staff, The Washington Post reported. At least 12 schools have…