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R. Kelly Taken to Brooklyn Detention Center From Chicago To Await Federal Trial

R. Kelly Taken to Brooklyn Detention Center From Chicago To Await Federal Trial

The embattled singer’s federal trial is set to begin in August. After two years awaiting trial in a Chicago jail on federal child pornography, obstruction of justice, and racketeering charges, embattled R&B singer R. Kelly has been moved to New York to face a jury. The Chicago Sun-Times reports that Kelly, 54, has been moved…MORE

IN POOR TASTE: KODAK BLACK CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY WITH A KOBE-INSPIRED HELICOPTER

IN POOR TASTE: KODAK BLACK CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY WITH A KOBE-INSPIRED HELICOPTER

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was one of the most liked and well-respected basketball players in the world. And after his unfortunate death early last year, fans and friends alike continued to mourn his life. So, it comes as no surprise that when a young rapper, Kodak Black, celebrated his birthday with a Kobe…MORE

Motown icon Marvin Gaye had a street named after him in Detroit (VIDEO)

Motown icon Marvin Gaye had a street named after him in Detroit (VIDEO)

More than one hundred people gathered for the unveiling during an event hosted by Motown Museum and Detroit City Councilman Roy McCalister, Variety reported. According to The Detroit News, a portion of Outer Drive at Monica Street on the city’s northwest side was renamed Marvin Gaye Drive. The intersection is near the home Gaye shared…MORE

The Isley Brothers Will Have Two Street-Naming Ceremonies On The Same Day

The Isley Brothers Will Have Two Street-Naming Ceremonies On The Same Day

Teaneck and Englewood, NJ are going to honor the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers for their rooted connections. Did you know that the Isley Brothers have roots in New Jersey? Although originally from and billed as being Cincinnati, Ohio’s finest (and funkiest) band in all of the land, the Isleys will be honored by…MORE

Safaree Says He’s Ready For Change: “Starting My Skin Bleaching Process”

Safaree Says He’s Ready For Change: “Starting My Skin Bleaching Process”

Safaree says it’s “time for change” and announces he’s going to start bleaching his skin. Safaree Samuels hasn’t been having the best month after his estranged wife Erica Mena filed for divorce days after they announced they were expecting another baby. The rumor mill started picking up in activity as fans suggested that Safaree got…MORE

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AKON’S CITY IS A BUST

AKON’S CITY IS A BUST

Akon’s futuristic city in Senegal is not happening. The country has taken back the land for the multi-billion-dollar project, which was going to be called Akon City.Senegal will use the land for a resort built with private funding.Last year, Akon was given two weeks to start construction. After there was no movement, and Akon missed…

CRAIG ROBINSON LEAVING COMEDY

CRAIG ROBINSON LEAVING COMEDY

Craig Robinson is leaving comedy.In a recent post on Instagram, The Office actor shared that he’s giving up comedy to focus on “something bigger.”“Life update: I’m officially quitting comedy to focus on my true calling. Stay tuned. I’m working on something huge,” he wrote in the video caption.He teased what his next venture might be in a follow-up…

ANOTHER RECORD FOR SZA AND KENDRICK

ANOTHER RECORD FOR SZA AND KENDRICK

Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s Grand National Tour brought in some serious cash. Billboard reports that Grand National is the highest-grossing co-headlining tour ever. The outing has grossed $254.6 million with 1.1 million tickets sold from 23 shows. By comparison, JAY-Z and Beyoncé‘s On the Run II Tour is the only other joint tour to hit…

LEBRON JAMES IS NOT RETIRING

LEBRON JAMES IS NOT RETIRING

LeBron James, 40, isn’t ready to retire yet. King James is staying with the Los Angeles Lakers for another season and he’s set to head into his 23rd NBA season. He’s been playing for the Lakers since 2018 and he won an NBA Championship with the team in 2020. Now, he’s hoping for another one…