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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.

May 25, 2026

On This Day: Six Years Since George Floyd’s Death

(AURN News) — Today, May 25, 2026, marks six years since George Floyd was killed. H3 was 46 years old. On May…

May 22, 2026

Quinta Brunson to Bring Betty Boop Back to the Big Screen

(AURN News) — Quinta Brunson is bringing Betty Boop back to the big screen, Variety reported. The “Abbott Elementary” creator and Emmy…

May 21, 2026

Civil Rights Pioneer Brenda Travis Dies at 81

(AURN News) — Civil rights pioneer Brenda Travis has died at 81, according to Mississippi Today, leaving behind a legacy that began…

May 20, 2026

Former Congressman Barney Frank Dies at 86

(AURN News) — Former Massachusetts Congressman Barney Frank has died at 86, according to The New York Times. Elected to Congress in…

May 19, 2026

Grammy Museum Exhibit Honors Black Music Icons

(AURN News) — According to Billboard, the Grammy Museum’s new exhibit, “Tower of Song: Iconic Songwriters & Recordings,” will spotlight artifacts tied…

May 18, 2026

Southern Soul Singer Clarence Carter Dies at 90

(AURN News) — According to The New York Times, Clarence Carter, the Southern soul singer and guitarist known for lust-filled hits like…

May 15, 2026

On This Day in 1970: Two Young Black Men Were Killed at Jackson State

(AURN News) — On May 15, 1970, a horrific tragedy unfolded at Jackson State College in Mississippi. Just 10 days after the…

May 14, 2026

George Floyd’s Brother Criticizes Tony Hinchcliffe Joke During Netflix Roast

(AURN News) — Terrence Floyd, the brother of George Floyd, criticized comedian Tony Hinchcliffe for using George Floyd’s name as a punchline…

May 13, 2026

Jason Collins, First Openly Gay NBA Player, Dies at 47

(AURN News) — Jason Collins, the first openly gay player in NBA history, died at 47 after battling brain cancer, according to…

May 12, 2026

Gerald Talbot, Maine’s First Black Legislator, Dies at 94

(AURN News) — Gerald Talbot, a civil rights trailblazer and the first Black person elected to the Maine Legislature, died May 9…

May 11, 2026

On This Day: Remembering Bob Marley 45 Years After His Death

(AURN News) — On this day 45 years ago, May 11, 1981, singer-songwriter Robert Nesta “Bob” Marley died from skin cancer at…

May 8, 2026

Michael Jackson Sets Streaming Records After ‘Michael’ Biopic Release

(AURN News) — Michael Jackson made history after the release of the “Michael” biopic, with his solo catalog earning 137.5 million official…