Michael Wright, ‘The Five Heartbeats’ Actor, Dies at 70
Clay Cane
August 24, 2026
(AURN News) — Actor Michael Wright, known for his role as Eddie King Jr. in the 1991 musical drama “The Five Heartbeats,” has died at
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Primary Day: Wisconsin’s Socialist Bid, Alabama’s Redrawn Map and Graham’s Open Seat
Ebony McMorris
August 11, 2026
(AURN News) — Voters in three states are heading to the polls today, with one of the biggest contests in Wisconsin. Democrats there are deciding
Gas Prices Climb as Iran War Continues
Jamie Jackson
July 20, 2026
(AURN News) — Gas prices started the week much higher as the United States and Iran reengage in a war that has seen the cost
Businesses, Consumers Still Feeling Tariff Pain
Jamie Jackson
July 10, 2026
(AURN News) — The headlines may have gotten quieter when it comes to tariffs, but the impact is still being felt by businesses and consumers.
On This Day in 1947: Octavia E. Butler Was Born
Clay Cane
June 22, 2026
(AURN News) — On June 22, 1947, award-winning science fiction writer Octavia E. Butler was born in Pasadena, California. Widely considered one of the most
On This Day in 1991: Michael Jordan Wins First NBA Championship
Clay Cane
June 12, 2026
(AURN News) — On June 12, 1991, Michael Jordan led the Chicago Bulls to their first NBA championship. The Bulls defeated the Los Angeles Lakers
Trump Walks Out on Meet the Press; Calls Welker ‘Crooked or Stupid’
Ebony McMorris
June 9, 2026
(AURN News) — President Donald Trump cut short a “Meet the Press” interview after clashing with host Kristen Welker over questions about the 2020 election
On This Day in 1973: Tom Bradley Elected Los Angeles Mayor
Clay Cane
May 29, 2026
(AURN News) — On May 29, 1973, Tom Bradley made history by becoming the first African American mayor of Los Angeles, defeating incumbent Mayor Sam
Gas Prices Feel Historic — But They Are Not
Jamie Jackson
May 20, 2026
(AURN News) — Are Americans paying the highest gas prices in history? Although it may feel like it, the answer is no. Believe it or
Jason Collins, First Openly Gay NBA Player, Dies at 47
Clay Cane
May 13, 2026
(AURN News) — Jason Collins, the first openly gay player in NBA history, died at 47 after battling brain cancer, according to People. Collins’ family
National Average Gas Price Climbs to $4.55
Jamie Jackson
May 8, 2026
(AURN News) — Gas prices are surging again with no clear sign of relief ahead of the busy summer travel season. According to AAA, the
White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting Suspect Arraigned
Ebony McMorris
April 27, 2026
WASHINGTON (AURN News) — Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old teacher from Torrance, California, accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday
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