Crime

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Crime Tory Lanez's Lawyer Is "Confident" Rapper Will Win Megan Thee Stallion Case Tory Lanez's attorney believes the rapper will be "exonerated of all charges." By Aron A. December 07, 2022
TV "Cheer" College Sued For Covering Up Sexual Assault There is more controversy for school made famous by "Cheer". By Ben Mock April 28, 2023
Politics Carolyn Bryant, Emmett Till's Accuser, Dies The woman who caused Emmett Till's death has died. By Ben Mock April 27, 2023
Music Frenchie Sentenced To 12 Years In Prison For Botched Burglary Many might remember the Strong Island rapper for introducing Nicki Minaj to her former manager Debra Antney, helping her reach success. By Gabriel Bras Nevares April 07, 2023
Crime Pop Smoke Murder Suspect Pleads Guilty, Sentenced To 4 Years: Report The 20-year-old was sentenced to four months in a juvenile facility for his role in Pop Smoke's murder. By Aron A. April 07, 2023
Gossip Young Thug Associates Offered Deals To Boost D.A.'s Case: Report Gunna and others have taken plea deals, and its reported the D.A. will not be offering one to Thugger because they see him as the ringleader. By Erika Marie December 20, 2022
Music XXXTENTACION Killers Guilty: Twitter Reacts The three codefendants accused now face mandatory life sentences, yet an official sentencing hearing will come later. By Gabriel Bras Nevares March 20, 2023
Pop Culture Kim Kardashian Slams "SKKN" Trademark Lawsuit As A "Shakedown" The 41-year-old is no stranger to lawsuits over her beauty products. By Hayley Hynes June 28, 2022
Crime Akron Police Shoot Unarmed Jayland Walker 60+ Times, Protests Erupt: Report Police claim Walker had a gun & took them on a high-speed chase, but some activists contest that report. 8 officers have reportedly been placed on leave. By Erika Marie July 01, 2022
Music NBA YoungBoy's $540K Bail Revoked, Will Remain In Jail Until Trial: Report New court documents confirm the new developments in his federal case. By Madusa S. April 02, 2021
Crime 1 Dead, 1 Injured After Shooting At Breonna Taylor Protest One protester is dead and another is injured after a gunman opened fire on a crowd in Louisville, Kentucky. By Cole Blake June 28, 2020
Pop Culture R. Kelly Hires Bill Cosby’s Former Attorney To Help Challenge Racketeering Conviction: Report High-profile New York attorney Jennifer Bonjean helped get Bill Cosby out of prison earlier this year. By Hayley Hynes October 29, 2021