The comeback begins with the “DMV” colorway, one of the shoe’s most requested looks. This pair first released back in December 2012 and never returned since. The design pulls inspiration from Kevin Durant’s roots in the DMV region.

That area covers Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, where Durant grew up. Nike used a bright red upper as a nod to mambo sauce, a local favorite. Black and volt accents help balance out the bold red base.

The KD 5 originally launched as a performance shoe built for serious playtime. It featured Nike Zoom cushioning along with a taller, more supportive upper. That higher cut set it apart from Durant’s later, lower-cut signature models.

Durant also wore this shoe during his historic 50/40/90 shooting season. That stretch remains one of the most efficient seasons in NBA history. Nike hasn’t confirmed exact release plans beyond the Summer 2027 timeline yet.

Along with the KD 5, Nike plans to bring back the KD 6 “Seat Pleasant.” That colorway also connects to Durant’s hometown roots. Together, these releases mark a deeper look back at Durant’s early Nike years. Fans have waited a long time for these specific colorways to resurface. This retro run gives longtime supporters a real reason to pay attention again.

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Nike KD 5 Returning

The “DMV” colorway leans on symbolism tied to Durant’s hometown throughout its design. Nike built the story around the number five in several small ways. Five represents the players on a basketball court during regulation play. It also nods to the Pentagon, a well known D.C. landmark nearby.

Additionally, five points make up a star, another detail woven into the concept. Construction-wise, the shoe uses Nike’s Hyperfuse build from the original 2012 release. That method fuses three synthetic layers together for a lighter, durable upper.

Zoom Air cushioning sits in the forefoot for game-ready responsiveness underfoot. The mid-cut silhouette offers more ankle support than Durant’s newer, lower models. Altogether, these details helped the KD 5 stand out during its original run.

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“No, I’m not. I don’t practice anymore,” she said. “And—this was my way of thinking, too. I posted a video, like a year ago, where I said—it got like, 20 million views. I was talking about I had to wear cornrows to ft in a hijab. And I’m no longer in interested in shrinking myself. My logic was that was me explaining, like, okay, I’m not doing this anymore.”

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Renner Is On A New Path

Further, Renner recognized that there are plenty of Muslims who do not wear hijabs. She added that there were other issues she didn’t “feel like explaining…all the way” because she experienced things during that time that made her question whether this was the religious practice for her.

“I was Muslim for like, ten months,” Renner said. She added that she was “married” for 52 days, using air quotes to describe the relationship. “I actually got baptized in March, I really needed that structure in rebuilding my life. I needed that protection. Even with wearing a hijab, I felt like it cloaked me. I felt almost invisible.”

Renner first revealed she had converted to Islam in 2024. Later, she confirmed her relationship with rapper Kevin Gates, whose own spiritual beliefs became part of the public conversation surrounding the couple. Questions surrounding the pair intensified after Renner revealed they had married. Neither she nor Gates publicly disclosed what led to the split, but the breakup quickly became a topic of discussion online as fans noticed Renner’s public image beginning to shift once again.

Despite the criticism and pushback about her choices, Renner has consistently framed her decisions as personal rather than performative. Check out the video below.

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The event celebrated the shoe’s release, which lands on July 18th. This colorway first appeared in 1988 as one of four original AJ3 designs. Unlike the others, it skipped the usual Chicago Bulls color scheme entirely.

Michael Jordan actually never wore this pair during an NBA game. He wore it once during an Olympic trials exhibition game that same year. The “True Blue” has returned several times since its original release.

Past retros dropped in 2001, 2009, 2011, and 2016 with small design tweaks. This marks the sneaker’s first return in about a decade. The 2026 version leans closer to the original 1988 shape and detailing.

It features a white leather upper with grey elephant print overlays. Blue accents show up on the midsole, collar, and heel tab. A slightly lighter shade of blue sets this version apart from past retros. Fans outside World of Flight Philly got an early look before the official launch.

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Air Jordan 3 “True Blue”

This “True Blue” pairs a clean white base with classic elephant print texture. Jordan Brand placed that print across the toe box and heel counter. The blue tones appear on the sock liner, midsole, and Nike Air heel tab.

Red shows up too, mainly through the Jumpman logo on the tongue. Compared to the 2016 version, this pair uses a thinner elephant print application. The change addresses some complaints collectors have made about past retros feeling too bulky.

The shape also sits closer to the original 1988 silhouette than recent releases did. Nike Air branding returns as well, matching what collectors expect from OG-style retros. Altogether, these details explain why this drop feels different from earlier True Blue pairs. It blends nostalgia with small updates that longtime fans should notice right away.

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Blake was sentenced to 15 years to life earlier this year after being convicted of second-degree murder in the 2022 fatal shooting of Julio Moises Cardoza Jr. in Downey, California. Although the trial is over, Quik said the family’s legal fight is continuing through the appeals process, adding that his son’s attorney has remained diligent in pursuing the case.

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Quik Gives An Update On How His Son Is Doing

Quik also maintained his belief that Blake was treated unfairly during the trial. “Lil Dave is hanging in there,” he said. “I like to say that he’s built for it and he knows he’s been put in a position to where he was scapegoated. If y’all would’ve been in the court with us while we were watching this trial play out, it was a lot of madness.”

The California Rap icon added, “I’m a little bit too emotional to be in public because when people ask me about it in public, I don’t respond with [kindness],” he admitted. “And I’m not going to apologize for that. Stop asking me about my son in public… David has already accepted what’s happened. He accepted his role in it, and he’s like, ‘Whatever it’s gonna be is gonna be.’ If they gave him 25 years, he’s gonna do it. That’s the kinda person he is. That’s the kinda person he’s built to be. Like everybody else, he made a mistake. Just like the judge said, she said, ‘I commend you for going 27 years without having no police interaction, period.’ He was raised right. He just made a mistake.”

Rather than revisiting every detail of the trial, Quik’s interview centered on something much more personal. Some chapters of life continue long after a verdict is read, and for him, that includes deciding which conversations he no longer wants to have with strangers, even if they are fans.

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Several sneaker accounts shared the image without checking its source first. It turns out the photo was AI generated, not a real Nike campaign. The footwear site Nice Kicks confirmed the picture was fake earlier this week.

Nike’s actual marketing push has featured Drake alongside Durant in several ads. Those ads also included a jab at Minnesota’s Anthony Edwards.

Durant debuted the “Candy Apple” colorway in a game against the Lakers back in March. The timing worked well since the shoe’s red tone matched Houston’s team colors. Nike has already released other bright colorways in this same signature line. Those include “Purple Stuff,” “Orange Crush,” and “Bubble Gum Bounce” versions of the KD19.

The fake apple photo spread quickly because it looked believable at first glance. Once people looked closer, though, the image raised obvious red flags. AI-generated content has become more common across social media lately. Overall this incident shows how easily fake images can pass as real marketing.

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Kevin Durant Says Viral Image Is AI

The fake photo showed Durant eating a candy apple in front of a red backdrop. Its lighting and skin texture looked slightly off once people paid closer attention. Nice Kicks flagged several inconsistencies before confirming the image wasn’t real.

Durant’s actual promotional material for the KD19 looks nothing like the viral photo. Nike leaned into a car culture theme for this shoe’s rollout instead. That campaign included a Houston event and appearances from Drake in short video spots.

The real KD19 “Candy Apple” uses a shiny red coating across most of the upper. A small green detail sits on the insole as the only real contrast. Nike also gave the shoe a redesigned shell that fits closer to the foot. This colorway kicks off a new run of bright, monochrome KD19 releases.

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The Roc-A-Fella veteran reflected on the historic concerts during a recent appearance on The Breakfast Club, where he discussed reuniting with Jay-Z to perform “Coming of Age.” During the conversation, DJ Envy pointed out that Foxy and Sauce Money were both absent from the performances despite their ties to Reasonable Doubt. Bleek admitted he couldn’t confirm exactly what happened, but shared what he had heard.

“Yo I heard through the grape vine that, I don’t know how true it is. It’s just what I heard,” Bleek said. “They said Fox was there and she got cold feet or something.”

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Foxy Brown & Jay-Z Have A Long History

Foxy Brown’s absence stood out because many fans expected the Brooklyn rapper to appear during the anniversary celebration. Speculation intensified after she cleared her Instagram page and left Jay-Z as the only account she followed, leading some to believe a reunion was in the works. Jay-Z did perform “Ain’t No N*gga” during the concerts, though Foxy never joined him onstage.

Bleek also stated that Jay reached out to Sauce Money well before the shows, but never received a response. Meanwhile, there were appearances by longtime collaborators such as Pharrell Williams, Alicia Keys, Beanie Sigel, Eminem, Rihanna, Jadakiss, and Nas. Brown has not publicly addressed Bleek’s comments or explained why she did not perform during the Yankee Stadium run.

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Known professionally as Judy World and Play Girl Judy, Krystal Jordan built a name for herself in Houston’s local Hip Hop scene, where independent artists continue to shape one of Rap’s most influential cities. Following news of her death, supporters filled her Instagram page with messages of heartbreak. Additionally, a GoFundMe created by her sister quickly drew thousands of dollars in donations to help cover funeral expenses.

In a message shared on the fundraiser, Jordan’s sister, Keiara Walker, also said the family’s world has been “shattered” by the tragedy and described the profound loss her daughter now faces. As the community continues to mourn, authorities have filed criminal charges in connection with Jordan’s death.

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A Suspect Has Been Arrested

According to Harris County court records, per the Houston Chronicle, 28-year-old Kayla Wynita Rodgers has been charged with manslaughter in the fatal stabbing. The charge stems from an incident on July 11 at a residence in the 11900 block of Bat Sheva Lane.

Police said officers responded to the home after reports of a stabbing and found a bystander performing first aid on Jordan. She was transported to a nearby hospital by the Houston Fire Department, where she was later pronounced dead. Meanwhile, Rodgers was arrested at the scene without incident and booked into the Harris County Jail. Court records show her bond has been set at $100,000. An attorney for Rodgers was not listed in court records as of this writing.

Houston police have not released additional details about what led to the stabbing, and the investigation remains ongoing.

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The documents, obtained by TMZ, surfaced as part of Williams’ civil lawsuit against the New Orleans rapper over an alleged altercation aboard a private jet in 2022. Williams claims Wayne assaulted him after he attempted to intervene during a dispute between the rapper and the aircraft’s pilot. Wayne has denied the allegations and argues any force he used was in self-defense.

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Weezy Allegedly Runs A Tight Ship

According to the court documents, Williams’ responsibilities extended well beyond traditional assistant duties. He was allegedly expected to remain on call 24 hours a day, travel wherever Wayne traveled, pack luggage, run errands, handle purchases, and keep the rapper informed about spending. The position also required complete discretion regarding Wayne’s personal affairs and included signing a non-disclosure agreement.

Some of the expectations reflected Wayne’s personal routine. The documents state assistants were responsible for waking him on time, keeping pre-rolls readily available, and restocking his preferred rolling wraps before supplies ran out.

The filing also describes a role that demanded constant accessibility. Assistants allegedly needed to keep their phones charged at all times, work well under pressure, maintain a positive attitude, and feel comfortable around children and dogs. Wayne’s team also reportedly sought someone with “pleasant personal hygiene,” enough physical strength to carry bags during travel, and the ability to keep up with the rapper’s fast-paced lifestyle without becoming personally involved in it.

Williams’ lawsuit remains ongoing. Wayne continues to deny the assault allegations, and the claims made by both sides have yet to be resolved in court.

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David Bravo and Jean Albert Renaud wrote the song “Skatin” for Deodato in 1980, and claim Jazze Pha used it as a sample in the songs “I Wanna Thank Ya” by Stone and Snoop, as well as “Nasty Girl” by Biggie, Nelly, and Diddy. According to Billboard, the two songwriters found out about the existence of these samples just two years ago. Now, they are seeking the publishing that they believe is rightfully theirs.

“This case embodies a classic ‘David versus Goliath’ struggle,” the lawsuit states. “Plaintiffs are independent, everyday creators seeking to recover their rightful compensation that has been unlawfully diverted to billion-dollar record labels, global music publishers, and international recording artists, producers and songwriters.”

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Nasty Girl & I Wanna Thank Ya Under The Microscope

The two songwriters had originally sold the publishing rights to the song to Sony 45 years ago. When they asked Sony to make things right a couple of years ago, they allege they were “stonewalled.” They believe Sony’s interests in both songs are why they have yet to receive a fair deal.

“Choosing to protect its highly lucrative clients at the direct expense of its duties to plaintiffs, Sony Publishing acted in bad faith and deliberately aligned itself with the infringers,” the lawsuit continues. “Sony Publishing’s refusal to advocate for the creators of the foundational backing track has forced plaintiffs to drain their life savings to bring this action themselves.”

The defendants in the copyright case have yet to respond. Stay tuned to HNHH for updates.

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Griffith claims that in 2023, Diggs took out his private parts after allegedly drugging Griffith. When Griffith refused to do anything sexual, Diggs allegedly had his brother and some friends jump him.

Diggs sued Griffith for defamation, which eventually led to a countersuit from Griffith himself. It is here where he claimed Diggs sexually assaulted him and then had him beaten up. Griffith says he experienced emotional distress from the event and still carries that with him to this day.

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Stefon Diggs Responds

According to TMZ, Diggs responded to these allegations in court today, stating that the story is “fabricated.” Furthermore, Diggs’ legal team submitted a transcript from a deposition Griffith participated in. They believe Griffith’s answers prove he didn’t suffer any emotional distress and that his allegations are unreliable, as a result.

In the deposition, Griffith was asked: “Why would you want to try to get back on track with someone who tried to drug you and then take advantage of you?”

“I don’t deem — I don’t think that the story had to end that way,” Griffith said. “I, at least, just wanted to let him know that, you know, who you are sexually is who you are sexually, and I respect that. I just ask that you respect who I am sexually and not overstep my boundaries.”

This remains a developing story.

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