Soon, social media was flooded with videos and posts of Ortiz talking about the singer, issuing threats and nonsensical tirades. Ortiz was later charged with 10 counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm and three counts of shooting at an occupied vehicle or dwelling. Now, the Associated Press reports that a judge has paused prosecution so Ortiz can undergo a mental health evaluation.

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Ortiz Denies She Was Trying To Murder Rihanna

In a private meeting in Judge Shannon K. Cooley’s chambers, questions arose regarding Ortiz’s mental competence. The judge “temporarily transferred the case to a Hollywood mental health court that specializes in determining whether defendants can understand the proceedings and go through a trial.”

Deputy Public Defender Derek Dillman said, “It is the ethical obligation of counsel and the court to ensure that Ms. Ortiz’s rights are protected, including being able to assist counsel in conducting a defense in a rational manner.”

Meanwhile, Ortiz has denied that she was trying to murder Rihanna and has pleaded not guilty to the charges against her. If she is found incompetent to stand trial, the 35-year-old, who has no previous criminal record, could be held “indefinitely in a state hospital,” reports AP. Her next court date is June 2.

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The title references Mac Dre’s “Too Hard for the F—in’ Radio,” an anthem from one of Northern California’s most revered Rap icons. Invoking him is never casual, especially in Hip Hop, where authenticity still matters deeply. Still, Drake’s embrace of the West Coast sound wasn’t well received by everyone, including a social media user who called him out.

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“Prior to this record, Aubrey has not done ANYTHING for the Bay,” the person wrote. “Besides putting E-40 and FAB in the background for ‘The Motto’ video. He has done NADA.” People were quick to point out several tracks in Drake’s catalog, including YG’s track “Why You Always Hatin?” from 2016. The song featured Drake and Bay Area rapper Kamaiyah, and the latter didn’t hesitate to defend the 6 God.

She issued a reply to social media user’s claims by writing, “My double platinum plaque strongly disagrees.” In addition to working with Kamaiyah and YG, Drake has long paid homage to Mac Dre, even bringing the late rapper’s mother onstage during his Summer Sixteen tour stop in Oakland. It’s clear that some critics are attempting to rewrite Drake’s history, but his music speaks for itself. Revisit “Why You Always Hatin?” above.

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According to Romania-Insider and Digi24, Romanian police have placed Wiz Khalifa on the list of wanted persons in the country. This relates to his nine-month prison sentence for drug possession after a controversial incident took place at a music festival. The incident in question surrounds a performance in Romania where Wiz lit a joint on stage. Romanian police later discovered 18 grams of weed in his possession and arrested him.

Wiz was ultimately found guilty of possession of risk drugs for personal use, leading to a nine-month sentence. In February, the rapper tried to get his sentence suspended, but the Constanța Court of Appeal rejected his appeal for annulment.

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Why Is There A Warrant For Wiz Khalifa’s Arrest?

Because of the current situation, the Romanian police said Wiz Khalifa is now wanted with a warrant issued for his arrest for “drug-related offenses,” specifically, the “possession of risk drugs without authorization for personal consumption.”

At this point, it’s unclear whether authorities in Romania will seek to extradite Wiz Khalifa from his residence in America. After the performance, Wiz offered an apology on X. 

“Last night’s show was amazing,” he wrote on X. “I didn’t mean any disrespect to the country of Romania by lighting up on stage. They were respectful and let me go. I’ll be back soon. But without a big ass joint next time.”

Considering that there’s an arrest warrant now, it seems like he won’t even have an option to light up a joint on stage if he ever returns. We’ll keep you posted on any further updates. What are your thoughts on Wiz Khalifa’s situation? Let us know in the comments below.

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“I hate @BET ..,” he wrote in one tweet. “5 Grammy nominations[.] 0 BET nominations/acknowledgment nothing.. n***az remix the same people every years at the BET awards.”

In 2025, JID expressed how earning a BET nomination was something on his bucket list in an interview with XXL. 

Frankly, JID is certainly not the only rapper to feel this way. Freddie Gibbs previously expressed his issues with BET on “Vice Lord Poetry.”

Unfortunately, JID’s grievances extended well beyond just the institution that is BET. J. Cole, the co-founder of Dreamville, the label JID is signed to, shouted out JID on Birthday Blizzard ‘26.  In “99 Build Freestyle,” Cole gave J.I.D a solid shout out when he rapped, “If hip-hop is back, JID should chart platinum/ Anything less than that, it means y’all cappin’.”

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What Did JID Say About J. Cole?

Most people would recognize that shout-out as a compliment, but according to a since-deleted tweet captured by @kurrco, that wasn’t how JID felt. When one user noted how “J Cole said it best,” JID quoted the tweet, replying, “N***as ain’t say shit. I been overly platinum that bar was ass.”

It’s been a rough week for J. Cole. Before JID, it was Drake who reflected on their fall-out in the midst of the Kendrick Lamar beef. On ICEMAN, he noticeably took some subtle shots regarding Cole’s decision to wave the white flag, while Drizzy also declared that it’s “f*ck the Big 3.” Will we get a response from J. Cole? Hopefully not. Check out JID’s comments above. Do you think there’s tension in the Dreamville camp? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.

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This morning, Nike dropped a new ad featuring Drake and Kevin Durant ahead of the upcoming NOCTA x Nike KD 19 collaboration. The ad shows KD showing Drake a series of different shoes while Drake reacts to each one. There are cowboy boot/basketball shoes that Drake says are “transcending the game” before KD says it’s a joke. Then, the Houston Rockets star presents a pair of fuzzy sneakers that Drake seems to be overly enthusiastic about.

“Wow, this guy’s the abominable snowman. Those are hard. Guy’s trying to dominate the Alaskan market. You got to keep the ankles warm,” he said before KD shot him down.

“Yo, what’s wrong with you? You think that I would wear these?” KD asks. “Are you even a real friend, bro?”

“I thought you were taking it somewhere else on some fashion…” Drake replies.

“Are you a yes man, bro?” KD says to which Drake replies, “No, I’m just supporting my brother.”

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When Does The NOCTA x Nike KD 19 Collaboration Drop?

The ad ends with Kevin Durant presenting a blue colorway of his actual NOCTA x Nike KD 19 sneaker, which will also drop in an array of other colorways. The shoes are reportedly priced at $155 and are slated to drop on June 17th. How do you feel about the KD 19 collaboration sneaker with NOCTA? Let us know in the comments below, and check out the ad above. 

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X user @theboyillinois sparked debate across the social media platform when he pointed out how Drake needs to put an end to the ominous gangster persona that has made many people weary of his recent catalog. “I think Drake is a dope ass rapper, but that fake tough mob boss shit has to stop,” the user wrote.

The responses varied from some who defended Drake and others who believed it’s something he puts on before he leaves the house. “I’m sorry, but I know people from there and he really is on that,” another user wrote in response. 

“every time Drake acts tough somebody suddenly knows a cousin and childhood friend from Toronto y’all got the deepest intelligence network on earth,” @Dr_Elon1 added.

Someone even brought up some of Drake’s past and how that undercuts the perception people have of him. “Drake has been robbed, slapped, and pissed on. That’s the holy trinity of a n***a not being on that ,” @Trigg3100 wrote. 

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X Debates Drake’s Mob Persona

Drake might not be a mob boss, but it’s clear that he has some serious pull in the city of Toronto. One of the music videos in the ICEMAN rollout included Drake recording inside City Hall, specifically inside the Mayor’s office, while wearing the Chain of Office. So, maybe the tough guy talk might not translate to a broader audience outside of his core fanbase. However, his influence clearly goes well beyond just music and entertainment. 

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“Look, after Big, Jay, and Nas, you can put me on that mothf*cker right after that,” said Max. “[That’s how] I feel about it after that. I can prove it.” He added, “After them, you can’t really…put ’em up.” Wallo wanted to clarify that Max B really believed he stood with the legends in the game.

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Is Max B A Top NY Rapper In The Game?

“So, after Big, Jay, Nas, Rakim, Big Daddy Kane…” Wallo began before being interrupted. Gillie added LL Cool J to the mix. Max added, “When it comes to creativity, or just consistent songwriting, I just don’t think anybody got the catalog to match me. Look at my catalog! Look at my tapes! Look at my domains!… Look at the Coke Wave!”

French interjected as well, saying that some artists have a one- or two-year run. Wallo countered by expressing that Kane has continued his run for decades. Max wasn’t impressed. “Kane? I ain’t seen Kane? When’s the last time you seen Big Daddy Kane? N*gga, I just did 18 years, I ain’t seen Kane—he wasn’t even on the kiosk! Big Daddy Kane?!”

Do you agree that Max B’s run places him above these other New York emcees? Check out his clip below.

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Lil Poppa, an artist who was signed to Collective Music Group, headed by Yo Gotti, died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. It was on February 25 when the Florida rapper was found in the passenger seat of a vehicle. TMZ reports that Hapeville Chief of Police Bruce Hedley revealed that “Poppa was in a single-car accident on Interstate 85” not long “after his manager came to meet him … and that is when he shot himself.” Toxicology tests are pending.

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An Investigation Is Still Ongoing

Complex added that during the conversation between Lil Poppa and his manager, the rapper agreed to meet at a nearby hotel. The encounter reportedly took place, albeit with Poppa speaking only “through the window of his car.” What they discussed remains unknown at this time. After the talk, Lil Poppa shot himself and was rushed to a hospital.

A service was held back in February, where chaos only continued to erupt. Gunfire shut down the memorial, and four people were said to have been injured. Meanwhile, Toie Roberts, the mother of Lil Poppa’s child, penned a message online following his passing.

“Nothing could EVER describe the pain, the thoughts, the constant heartbreak of it all,” she said. “Our reality changing before my eyes.. i’ve been wondering how could you be so in a rush to leave us so suddenly & torturing.. for us to go on without you in life..but deep down, i know you didn’t mean to & you didn’t mean to hurt us. ESPECIALLY NOT KOFI.. at least NOT LIKE THAT!!!”

We’ll keep you updated on this case and on any further information shared by the authorities.

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Never those who mince words, rappers Cam’ron and Mase had a few things to say about Cardi and her escapades. While chatting on the It Is What It Is podcast, they spoke about Cardi and Diggs, the father of her fourth child, whom she welcomed in the Fall of last year. Recently, a video surfaced of the Bronx hitmaker reportedly getting into a heated altercation with Diggs. Cam and Mase took the opportunity to say that it showed why they don’t date women from New York.

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Cam’ron & Mase Joke About Cardi & Diggs

The rappers-turned-podcast hosts suggested that women from the Big Apple are a bit too aggressive. “To be totally honest with you…and Cardi B is dope, sexy, personality, everything. But this is why I don’t deal with women from New York. I just don’t,” said Cam as Mase laughed.

“I was gon’ bring that up, but I didn’t want to line step,” added Mase. “Guys from New York don’t date girls from New York. They just don’t, ’cause they know what they about to say is not gonna be good. Girls from New York will punch you in your mouth as a guy.”

Cam continued, “And want you to hit them back.” He quickly corrected to say that he’s not promoting any domestic violence or a man fighting with his woman. Meanwhile, Cardi’s relationship with Diggs remains a mystery. Some say that he cheated and she’s done with him, while others point to their recent rendezvous, speculating that the two have reconciled or never broke up in the first place. Check out Cam’ron and Mase talking about women from New York below.

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Marlon and Shawn Wayans are two of a legacy of comedy greats, and they added their two cents regarding the conversation. “There’s gonna be casualties. Unfortunately, some of the jokes didn’t land the way that they possibly could have,” said Marlon. “The consequences in the quietness laugh—,” then, Shawn interjected. “Every time somebody tells a joke, we’re killing our own culture. It’s not good,” added Shawn.

Wayans Brothers Say It Isn’t Cut And Dry

“But, it’s two part,” Marlon continued. “One part comedian, one part Black man. So, the other part of it is, if you’re gonna go there, make sure that joke is really worth it.” Marlon said that, as comedians, they have to sift through the darkness to find the light for the audience. “There were things in [the latest Scary Movie film] that we decided not to put in because we felt like it hurt the temperature of the movie. We’re trying to do a movie to make everybody feel good. So, something, if it’s going to make people go, ‘Uggggh,’ that ‘uggh’ stays with you. I don’t want that.”

Obviously, comedy is a place where people can push the envelope, but not every joke will hit the way it’s intended. Check out Marlon and Shawn Wayans speaking about the Kevin Hart roast controversy below.

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