The Chicago artist had gone inside a gas station convenience store prior to the shooting. According to the woman who was in the car with him at the time, men approached her in the vehicle, saying, “This is gonna be your man’s last night alive.” This is according to an account given to the Chicago Sun-Times.

On Instagram, the woman who was allegedly in the car made another statement, this time putting partial blame on BloodHound Q50’s Tesla. As she explains, the Tesla allegedly wouldn’t go into drive as the artist didn’t have his seat belt on. The safety feature activated and kept him in park as the men ran up on him.

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BloodHound Q50 Murder Under Investigation

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“I am the girl that was in the passenger seat yall don’t know what the fck happened i didnt set sht up when he got in the car I told him to hurry up and pull off because when he was in the store dudes were walking around the car looking suspicious,” she wrote. “The car would not put off because of thr seat belt while he was trying to get the car in drive, I was looking out the back window and seen them running up after soon as I seen them and heard shots, I got out fast as I could and ran screaming for help. That was my homie my lover and my unborn baby father put some f*ckn respect on me and his life.”

The BloodHound Q50 murder remains under investigation. It is a developing story, so stay tuned to HNHH for ongoing updates.

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Release Date: September 11, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: Westside Whimsy

Quotable Lyrics from Love Bomb

I ain’t even like you, put you in the friendzone
You stood on your ten toes, now you in the endzone
That wasn’t the end goal, I had to respect that
Startin’ to regret that, damn

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Speaking of ICEMAN, the album remains one of the best of the year so far. If the year were to end right now, there are plenty of fans who would put ICEMAN at the very top of their lists. It makes sense. After all, the album had a number one hit in “Janice STFU.” Furthermore, the project features some of Drake’s best beats, melodies, and raps in quite some time.

During the ICEMAN rollout, we got music videos for the vast majority of the songs, and we also got four different highly-produced livestreams. As DJ Akademiks confirms, this did not come cheap. In fact, it is believed that Drake spent upwards of $12 million on the ICEMAN rollout, and it all came out of his own pocket.

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Drake’s ICEMAN Rollout Cost A Pretty Penny

Ultimately, the ICEMAN rollout was money well spent considering it shifted the narrative around Drake. After his battle with Kendrick Lamar, many fans had counted him out. Now, it remains clear that on a commercial basis, Drake remains at the top of the rap game.

With this latest “FOMO” rollout, we will see just how ambitious Drake is right now. Whether or not this short film is setting up a new tour or a new album remains to be seen.

Either way, we will be covering the “FOMO” livestream tonight, so stay tuned to HNHH and hang out with us as we experience the film together.

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Given the fact that this is going to be shown via YouTube, we imagine that it could be over an hour, although that has not been confirmed. What we do know is that Drake has been doing a lot of filming as of late, and it appears as though the footage was for this new film.

Going into “FOMO,” there were some fans out there who thought that Drake could be preparing some kind of new album. However, that is not the case; or at least it doesn’t seem that way.

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Drake Is Giving Fans “FOMO”

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So what do we know about the livestream? Well, we know that it is going to be live on Drake’s YouTube page as of tonight, September 15, at 9 PM EST. That is 6 PM for those who are living on the West Coast. You will also be able to watch on Spotify and Apple.

When Drake was dropping his ICEMAN livestreams, he racked up a ton of views. One has to assume that the same will happen here for the “FOMO” stream. At the end of the day, Drake remains one of the biggest artists in the entire world. That hasn’t changed, even after taking an L to Kendrick Lamar in 2024.

Whenever Drake does something or releases something, there is a large level of intrigue from both his fans and his haters. That said, “FOMO” is shaping up to be another massive event from the Canadian megastar.

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The style code is IQ5494-001. It skips the usual orange and black Halloween formula entirely. Instead, this pair goes with a black, green, and anthracite color scheme.

Black nubuck and leather cover most of the upper here. Green trim outlines the panel edges, creating contrast around the toe box, eyestays, and heel. That same green shade also shows up in the “XXIII” stitching near the toe.

The real Halloween touch sits under the foot. A glow-in-the-dark outsole lights up once the lights go down, giving the shoe its clearest tie to the spooky time. Everything else stays pretty restrained for a holiday-themed release.

This pair joins a packed lineup of Halloween drops across Nike Basketball and Jordan Brand this year, including the Book 2 “Halloween,” Ja 4 “Halloween,” Air Jordan 5 “Halloween,” and Nike’s Air Force 1 “Scream.”

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Air Jordan 1 Low “Halloween”

Halloween sneakers usually lean into orange, purple, or full-on costume graphics. This one goes a different route entirely. The black and green combo reads more like an everyday colorway than anything built specifically for the holiday.

Some longtime fans have already compared this look to the Air Jordan 1’s old “Altitude” colorway. That resemblance gives the shoe a bit of nostalgia on top of the seasonal angle. It’s proof that a Halloween release doesn’t need to scream costume to still fit the vibe.

Nike and Jordan Brand have clearly planned further ahead for spooky season this year compared to past releases. Stacking multiple Halloween drops across basketball and lifestyle lines shows real intention behind the timing. This Air Jordan 1 Low fits right into that broader push without overdoing the theme.

For anyone who wants something Halloween-like without the full costume look, this one threads that needle well.

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Patrik Xavier Clark stands accused of firing the shots that killed Takeoff. He is set to stand trial on November 5, and according to TMZ, he is going to great lengths to prepare his legal defense.

As the publication reported last night, Clark is requesting to examine the bullets that were used the night of Takeoff’s passing. These bullets are currently in the Houston Police Department’s possession. Clark is hoping that an independent expert can examine the evidence. The findings would supposedly be used to help build Clark’s defense.

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Takeoff Murder Trial To Begin In November

Since being arrested, Clark has denied any wrongdoing in Takeoff’s death. If you remember, the man was arrested, charged with murder, and subsequently released on a $1 million bond. His legal team has stated that Clark has a “valid and meritorious claim for self-defense.”

Following his release, Clark was put under house arrest. During this time, he has had to avoid anyone involved in the investigation, and he has also been fitted with a GPS tracking device.

With the trial less than two months away, there is quite a bit of anticipation. It has been almost four years since Takeoff’s tragic passing, and family and friends are hoping for closure.

Stay tuned to HNHH for updates throughout the trial of Patrick Xavier Clark.

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In the aftermath of the murder-for-hire verdict, Durk has been doing a whole lot of reflecting. So much so that he took to social media on Monday night with a special message for the youth. As you will read, he wrote about becoming a product of his environment, and how it is never too late to grow into a better person.

“To the youth, I need y’all to hear me,” Durk began. “There were times in my life when I felt lost and couldn’t see beyond what was right in front of me. I know how deeply your environment and surroundings can influence the way you think, the choices you make, and what you believe is possible for your life, but they don’t have to determine who you become. Growth is real, and it’s never too late to choose a different direction.”

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Lil Durk Speaks

Furthermore, Durk stated that he wants to use his platform to inspire the next generation. Overall, it is a noble cause, and one that Durk seems motivated to stay with. He finished off the message by urging the youth to move “forward with purpose.”

“My responsibility is to use my voice and my platform to build, motivate, and create more opportunities for the next generation,” Durk continued. “That work didn’t start today, and it won’t stop here. Choose your future. Choose your family. Choose growth. I’m standing with y’all. We’re moving forward with purpose.”

Although Durk secured a not guilty verdict, he remains in jail. It is expected that his legal team will file for bond this week. Furthermore, there is an expectation that the defense will attempt to get the VICAR charge dismissed given the recent not guilty verdict.

This remains a developing story, so stay tuned to HNHH for updates.

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The announcement expands on a teaser Drake shared Saturday (Sept. 12). As Variety reported, the 25-second preview shows him driving a neon-green speedboat as a woman narrates a choice between avoiding risk and fully participating in life. Drake previously said the film was “directed and scored by the family.” No official runtime or cast has been announced.

His latest post gives the film a more personal mission statement. “Nobody is coming to save you,” Drake wrote, urging people to figure out who they love and trust and move forward with them. He framed FOMO as motivation to make decisions people keep postponing, whether that means taking a trip, releasing music, starting a business, or changing a relationship.

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Drake Says He Still Believes Music Videos Matter

The post also turned into a defense of ambitious visuals at a time when Drake believes the industry has started questioning their value. “They keep saying our genre is dying,” he wrote. “Videos don’t matter. Nobody is watching nobody is listening. I still care. As much as I did on the set of Best I Ever Had.”

Moreover, the mystery surrounding FOMO began in August, when Drake posted old family photos with the caption “FOMO 2026.” He later shared an image resembling a CD jewel case bearing the full title Fear of Missing Out, leading fans to speculate about another album or tour. Complex reported that the clues also included filming around Toronto’s Canadian National Exhibition before Drake finally identified the project as a film.

Whether FOMO includes unreleased music remains unclear. Drake has confirmed that the project has a score, but he has not announced a soundtrack or new single tied to Tuesday’s release.

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According to TMZ, the records cover Davis’ time at the Clark County Detention Center beginning with his September 2023 arrest. They describe several disciplinary problems that were separate from the jailhouse fight for which he was eventually prosecuted and convicted in 2025.

One confrontation allegedly happened in March 2024 after Davis learned he had lost his recreation time for the day. Jail records say he argued with a corrections officer and threatened to punch him in the face before being taken to disciplinary housing. Months later, another dispute over recreation time reportedly ended with Davis kicking his cell door and insulting officers after becoming upset that he could not make a phone call concerning his bail.

Another August 2024 incident began when officers attempted to remove an unauthorized second mattress from his cell. According to the records obtained by TMZ, Davis resisted and was eventually handcuffed. One officer reported suffering a scratch to his knuckle during the struggle.

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Keefe D Already Faced A Separate Jailhouse Conviction

Some of Davis’ problems behind bars went beyond internal discipline. In December 2024, he fought inmate Rochlon Hamilton in a common area at the detention center. A Nevada jury later convicted Davis of battery by a prisoner and challenges to fight. He maintained that he had acted in self-defense. Courthouse News Service reported that a judge sentenced him in May 2025 to 16 to 40 months in prison with credit for time served. The punishment was separate from the Tupac murder case that had originally placed him in custody.

The newly released records describe another fight roughly a year later. In December 2025, Davis was allegedly returning from a visit when he and another inmate began fighting in a dayroom. The records describe the encounter as mutual combat, with both men grappling and throwing punches before an officer used pepper spray to break it up.

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Of course, these disciplinary records are not part of the evidence that led to Davis’ conviction in Tupac’s killing. Prosecutors instead built their murder case around his years of interviews and recorded statements about the September 1996 shooting, arguing that he helped organize the retaliation and supplied the gun used in the attack. Davis’ attorneys maintained that those accounts were exaggerated for attention and money.

A Las Vegas jury rejected that defense on Aug. 31, finding Davis guilty of first-degree murder with use of a deadly weapon and intent to promote, further, or assist a criminal gang. Prosecutors did not accuse him of firing the shots that killed Tupac. They argued that Nevada law made him criminally responsible for helping set the attack in motion. Davis continues to maintain his innocence and has said he intends to appeal. His sentencing in the Tupac case is scheduled for Oct. 13.

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“My baby was my baby,” Dudley wrote in a new message addressing the criticism. She did not pretend Q50 was above provoking people, acknowledging that he had made comments about the dead himself. Still, she thanked the fans who reached out with genuine support and pushed back on people reducing her son to his online reputation.

“Y’all didn’t know the boy I knew,” she wrote. The statement follows an emotional post Dudley shared shortly after her son was killed Sunday. According to Complex, she warned people celebrating his death that they would now “have to fear his mother.” The comments drew backlash of their own, with critics arguing that Q50’s public behavior had contributed to the harsh response surrounding his killing.

The rapper, born Mikquale Cooper, was 22. Chicago police said a man was sitting in the driver’s seat of a vehicle in Fuller Park early Sunday when two vehicles pulled alongside him and multiple people opened fire. Cooper was struck in the chest and shoulder and pronounced dead at the scene. The Cook County Medical Examiner later confirmed his identity, according to reports citing the office. No arrests have been announced.

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BloodHound Q50’s Mother Says Fans Didn’t Know The Son She Raised

Dudley also used her latest post to fill in parts of her son’s life that did not make it into drill records or viral clips. She described him as caring and said he made sure his siblings and family knew that he loved them. Further, she rejected assumptions about his upbringing. Dudley said Q50 was “raised right no matter the background me or his family had” and noted that he graduated early with additional credits.

“He was very smart,” she stated. Dudley admitted she did not agree with every decision her son made, but said that never changed her responsibility to support him. She also corrected people who apparently believed the family was from Indiana, insisting that narrative was false.

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Her grief became angrier as the message continued. Dudley warned that she was prepared to defend her children regardless of how people judged her response, writing, “I’ll die for mines” and “I’ll kill for them.” She described herself as a mother who had changed for her children but said Q50’s death had awakened the person she used to be. “Y’all gone feel a mother wrath.”

Q50 had released Get Back or Die Trying in August, shortly after turning 22. The project included an appearance from his late collaborator BloodHound Lil Jeff, who was killed in 2024. Chicago police continue investigating Q50’s killing. No motive has been publicly shared.

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