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The Atlanta police killing of Rayshard Brooks is the latest instance in a disturbing series of cops openly disrespecting their victims in the moments after using lethal force in situations that didn't call for it.

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Should we expect new music from Wale on Juneteenth? I guess we will have to keep an eye on our favorite streaming platforms to find out. 

Rapper, movie star, and over all entertainer Ludacris “Chris” Bridges checked into the Quick Silva Show with Dominique Da Diva to talk about everything he’s got going on. Luda talked about his Verzuz battle against Nelly and bragged his cataloger.  The “Move” rapper talked about the current climate in his hometown of Atlanta and the […]

National

If convicted, Rolfe faces life in prison or the death penalty.

National

The North Carolina rapper releases a track supposedly aimed at Chicago spitter Noname.

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When Governor Mike DeWine was elected he was a republican, however in the year 2020 the Ohio Governor has proved that he is a human being first, politician second, as he was out in front when it was time to shut Ohio down amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, then he is trying to slow roll things […]

Hip Hop News

Governor Ralph Northam tapped Pharrell to help roll out the announcement that the state of Virginia plans to officially recognize Juneteenth. On Tuesday (Jun 16), Pharrell joined Gov. Northam for his press conference in Richmond where he unveiled plans that Virginia will recognize Juneteenth as a paid state holiday. "[Juneteenth] matters now because it says to the black community, this is not just your history, this is everyone’s shared history, and we recognize it together," Gov. Northam said per the Daily Press. "This symbol, this holiday, is one step toward reconciliation."

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A video posted onto a social media shows a Clayton Country police officer pulling and pointing a gun on a group of teenagers who appeared to be walking down the street.

National

A viral video draws attention to police issues in Clayton County, Georgia.

What was born out of emancipation in Texas has become a global celebration of Black freedom.

National

Mayor Kenney has officially made an executive order in making Juneteenth a holiday in the city of Philadelphia.

J. Cole stands by the lyrics on "Snow On Tha Bluff," while also acknowledging his faults too.