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A Nov. 7 trial date has been set for the $21 million lawsuit against White Plains, N.Y. in the death of Kenneth Chamberlain Sr.

height=343] Headkrack‘s esteemed guest for this hip-hop spot just happened to be the legendary hypeman to Busta Rhymes and incredible artist in his own right, Spliff Star. They cover a whole range of topics, including the hidden major responsibility of the hypeman, and how frequently rappers seem to be getting into trouble nowadays, from as […]

A little twerk never hurt nobody. Or maybe it did?

The opening of the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington is just days away and it still needs your help.

Young Thug is constantly under scrutiny for his fashion choices, which often fall outside the well-established rules of masculinity in hip-hop culture. For this reason, he simultaneously praised by some of hip-hops more progressive fans. When he revealed a brand new album cover featuring him decked out in an elaborate lilac dress, more criticisms and […]

On Monday, hundreds of people representing educators, civil rights and voting rights groups, labor, and environmental activists gathered at 30 state capitals across the country to demand change during the "Higher Ground Moral Day of Action" demonstrations.

Colin Kaepernick has gained a lot of support when it comes to his controversial protest of the National Anthem – but he's also gained a few haters.

On Monday, lawyers for the family of Korryn Gaines notified the Baltimore County Police Department of their intent to sue for $4 million, according to The Baltimore Sun.

From the creators of 'Crazy, Stupid, Love,' 'This Is Us' follows a group of unique people who share the same birthday, as their paths cross and lives unexpectedly intertwine.

The actress is ready to get her joy back by opening up about some of the darkest times in her life.