Crime
Explore the latest crime stories in hip-hop and pop culture on HotNewHipHop. Stay informed on arrests, legal battles, and high-profile controversies.
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Crime Ralfy The Plug speaks out.
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Music AllStar JR's attorney John M. Helms reportedly asked the court for more time to prepare his client's defense.
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Music Wiz Khalifa was believed to be appealing this decision in December 2025 and sure enough, him and his legal team did, but to no avail.
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Music A DJ claims Timbaland cost him a $120K Missy Elliott tour job, then failed to honor a settlement. Timbaland disputes the lawsuit.
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Music A crew member on set of Travis Scott and Tyla's video shoot was reportedly threatened by a man who allegedly had a knife in his hand.
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Music Kay Flock will receive his sentence for his RICO, firearm, and assault convictions on July 16, almost four years after he entered custody.
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Sports Authorities arrested Gilbert Arenas in Southern California on Wednesday for his alleged involvement in an illegal gambling business.
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Music R. Kelly was convicted on very similar charges to those that Diddy faces.
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Music The rappers were arrested in Queens.
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Music Rick Ross has reportedly been arrested by Miami-Dade County police and subsequently charged with two forms of battery.
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Music Lil Durk is being accused in federal court of ordering, organizing, and financing an attack on Quando Rondo in 2022 that took Lul Pab's life.
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Original Content The Big U case has reignited debate around “checking in” culture in Hip Hop. Is it about respect, or a system built on fear and exploitation?
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Erika Marie
