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Police Detain BigXthaPlug On Drunk Driving And Weapon Charges

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BigXthaPlug has been arrested again in Texas, this time for driving under the influence and possession of marijuana and a firearm. On August 21, he

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Jury Selection Begins In Trial Of Man Accused Of Killing Mo3

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The jury selection process has started for the trial of Kewon White, who is accused of being paid by Yella Beezy to murder rapper Mo3

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Famous Dex Arrested For Domestic Battery

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Famous Dex has been apprehended on charges related to domestic battery, and the individual reportedly affected by the incident has decided to speak up. As

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Eminem Reveals Touching Letter From Dolly Parton

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Although Eminem and Dolly Parton never crossed paths in person, they held a deep respect for each other’s artistic talents. After Parton’s passing on August

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Quality Control Co-Founder Hospitalized After Heart Attack

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Pierre “P” Thomas, the co-founder of Quality Control Music, has been hospitalized following an alarming heart attack at the age of 45. On August 21,

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Sada Baby Receives Six-Month Probation In Drug Case

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A Michigan drug case, initiated by a traffic stop last year, has concluded, sparing Sada Baby additional jail time. On August 20, the Detroit rapper

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Keefe D Claims Prosecutors Are Endangering His Family

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In the midst of the Tupac Shakur murder trial, a heated disagreement arose as Duane “Keefe D” Davis accused prosecutors of continuously revealing his family’s

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The Game Addresses Allegations Of Dissing Kendrick Lamar

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The Game has clarified that he didn’t target anyone in his latest project. The rapper from the West Coast recently released “The Documentary III”, his

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Lil Durk’s Father Issues Statement Ahead Of Murder-For-Hire Trial

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As Lil Durk‘s trial for murder-for-hire charges is set to begin with jury selection, it’s been nearly two years since he was taken into custody

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50 Cent Dismisses Diddy’s “The Reckoning” Lawsuit

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Before “Sean Combs: The Reckoning” had a chance to stream on Netflix, the accusations from Diddy have escalated into a legal battle. Diddy has accused

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Young Thug Files To Dismiss Lawsuit Over Lil Wayne Tour Bus Shooting

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Young Thug‘s legal team is attempting to have a lawsuit dismissed that was filed by a former driver for Lil Wayne due to a shooting

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Former Death Row Security Reggie Wright Jr. Called A “Rat” By Keefe D

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Duane ‘Keefe D‘ Davis seemingly referred to Reggie Wright Jr. as a “rat” following Wright’s testimony on the second day of the Tupac Shakur murder

NEWS

Post Malone Gets Engaged To Longtime Partner Christy Lee

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Post Malone and Christy Lee have announced their engagement following a short period apart. The happy news was shared on social media by Lee’s friend,

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Jury Selection Underway In Lil Durk Murder-For-Hire Trial

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Jury selection for Lil Durk‘s murder-for-hire trial has commenced, nearly two years after his arrest for an alleged plot targeting Quando Rondo, which resulted in

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Megan Thee Stallion Earns Multiple New RIAA Certifications

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Megan Thee Stallion will need to clear some space in her trophy room, as she recently received nine new certifications from the Recording Industry Association

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NBA YoungBoy Is Embracing Sobriety

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YoungBoy Never Broke Again has decided to embrace a sober lifestyle. The rapper from Louisiana recently shared on his Instagram Stories that he disposed of

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Blueface And Chrisean Rock Reportedly Involved In Shootout

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Blueface and Chrisean Rock captured headlines over the weekend during Nevaeh’s baby shower celebration. Without Blueface’s pregnant girlfriend knowing, Chrisean was invited, leading to a

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Officer Recalls 2Pac’s Refusal To Identify Shooter

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Nearly 30 years after the tragic shooting of Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas, the trial against the only suspect charged in his murder is finally

NEWS VIDEOS

Kanye West Unveils Bianca Censori-Directed Video For “OK” Ft. Don Toliver

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Kanye West has debuted the music video for “OK,” a track featuring Don Toliver from his latest album, “Bully”. Bianca Censori directed and creatively conceptualized

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Tupac Shakur Murder Trial Opens

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The murder trial of Tupac Shakur opened with multiple interviews featuring suspect Duane “Keefe D” Davis admitting involvement, though his defense claims he’s not credible.

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Nipsey Hussle And YG’s Unreleased Album Might Be In The Works

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On August 14, we were introduced to the first project released posthumously by Nipsey Hussle’s estate, a collaboration with Bino Rideaux called “Prolific”. This album

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Lil Durk Challenges Stalking Charge Ahead of Murder-For-Hire Trial

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Just days before the start of Lil Durk‘s murder-for-hire trial, his defense team is contesting one of the charges. The Chicago rapper’s lawyers have requested

GOSSIP NEWS

YoungBoy Never Broke Again Speaks Out On His Marriage Drama

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YoungBoy Never Broke Again may be suggesting a split from his wife. On August 17th, YB posted on his Instagram Story, hinting at a potential

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Court Announces Jury Composition For Tupac Shakur Murder Trial

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In the Tupac Shakur murder trial, a jury consisting of six men and ten women has been chosen. The trial, held in Las Vegas, revolves

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Megan Thee Stallion Signs Deal With Interscope For New Album

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Megan Thee Stallion has formed a new collaboration with Interscope Records, allowing her to retain authority over her music throughout the venture. On August 14,

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Teen Involved In Pop Smoke’s Murder Sentenced For Fentanyl Smuggling

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Deijae Jester, one of the individuals convicted for Pop Smoke‘s murder, has received a four-year prison sentence for smuggling fentanyl into a Los Angeles County

GOSSIP NEWS

Cardi B Denounces BIA’s Friend For Alleged Affair With Offset

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Cardi B has once again found herself at odds with BIA, and their renewed feud has brought some serious accusations to the forefront. During an

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Doja Cat Calls Tyga “A Penis” For AI Album

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Tyga’s return to music isn’t unfolding as planned. Inspired by Fenix Flexin’s “Rubberz,” which reportedly includes AI-generated content, Tyga also explored this innovative path with

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Lil Durk’s “Pissed Me Off” Cited As Evidence in Murder-For-Hire Trial

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Lil Durk‘s song “Pissed Me Off” is set to be introduced in a murder-for-hire trial, despite being released nearly a year before the shooting incident

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Tyga Responds To AI Criticism Concerning Latest Album

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The controversy around “$TARFACE” has shifted from questioning Tyga‘s use of artificial intelligence to debating the extent AI influences an album’s perception. Following Pitchfork’s rare