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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 16, 2026

On This Day in 1925: B.B. King, the ‘King of the Blues,’ Was Born

(AURN News) — On Sept. 16, 1925, legendary blues musician Riley “B.B.” King was born on a cotton plantation near Itta Bena,…

September 15, 2026

Iconic Designer Bob Mackie Dies at 87

(AURN News) — Legendary costume and fashion designer Bob Mackie has died at 87, according to The New York Times. For more…

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…