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Marc Morial Warns of Black Jobs Crisis

National Urban League President and CEO Marc Morial is sounding the alarm over rising Black unemployment, which he says has climbed significantly over the past two years. Morial argues that federal workforce cuts and anti-DEI policies have contributed to growing economic challenges facing Black Americans. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter [https://aurn.com/newsletter] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#OTD in 1991: Michael Jordan Wins First NBA Title

On June 12, 1991, Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls captured their first NBA championship by defeating the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Finals. The victory marked the beginning of a dynasty that would produce six titles in the 1990s and cement Jordan’s legacy as one of the greatest athletes of all time. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter [https://aurn.com/newsletter] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Americans Face Another Inflation Surge

Inflation hit a three-year high as energy, gasoline and food prices continued to rise, according to new Department of Labor data. The latest numbers underscore the financial pressures many Americans face as the cost of everyday necessities remains elevated. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter [https://aurn.com/newsletter] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Floyd Norman to Receive Honorary Oscar

Floyd Norman, Disney’s first Black animator, will receive an Honorary Oscar at the 2026 Governors Awards. Over a 65-year career, Norman helped shape some of animation’s most beloved films while opening doors for generations of Black artists in the industry. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter [https://aurn.com/newsletter] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#OTD in History: Marcus Garvey Dies at 52

Marcus Garvey, one of the most influential figures in Black history and the founder of the Universal Negro Improvement Association, died on June 10, 1940, at age 52. His message of Black pride, economic empowerment and global African solidarity would go on to inspire generations of activists, religious leaders and civil rights advocates. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter [https://aurn.com/newsletter] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.