Alabama Voting Rights Fight Returns to Court

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.

Is the American Dream Still Within Reach?

A new CNBC survey found that 51% of Americans believe the American Dream is no longer achievable. Financial stability, homeownership and happiness remain key components of that dream, but many Americans say rising costs and economic pressures are making it harder to reach. 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.

Judge Blocks Trump’s $100K H-1B Visa Fee

A federal judge in Boston ruled that the Trump administration lacked the authority to impose a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas, finding that only Congress can levy such a tax. The decision could have major implications for technology companies, hospitals and universities that rely on highly skilled foreign workers. 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.