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While the Hip-Hop world awaits Kendrick Lamar's response to Drake's last few diss tracks, Kanye West has inserted himself into the battle by throwing an arrow at the King of the North on Future's "Like That" remix. Interestingly enough, Ye also took issue with J. Cole for removing himself from the drama and apologizing for even participating.

During a recent interview with Justin Laboy on The Download podcast, Justin mentioned J. Cole's now- famous apology to Kendrick Lamar for clapping back at him on "7 Minute Drill" which caused Kanye to immediately respond by saying, "F*ck all that p*ssy sh*t."... Read more

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A class at Little Flowers Early Childhood and Development Center located in the Sandtown-Winchester neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland, on January 11, 2021. | Source: The Washington Post / Getty

No family should be forced to compromise their child's safety and well-being because they do not have affordable care. And no employer should wonder whether their employees will show up due to gaps in the child care system. But it will take all of us to make these principles a reality.... Read more

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By Azhae'la Hanson, Reporter

More than 100 people gathered Tuesday evening to honor the late Sammy McDowell at Shiloh Temple International Ministries . The church hosted a balloon release and community picnic in his name.

McDowell operated Sammy's Avenue Eatery, a coffee and sandwich shop he opened in 2012 on West Broadway Avenue. He was a gentle soul known to help other entrepreneurs achieve success.

"If you loved Sammy, make some noise, everybody," encouraged a speaker.... Read more

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Taking some time off from trolling Diddy, aka The Diddler, 50 Cent continues to grow his Hollywood empire by launching his own studio.

On Thursday (April 18), 50 Cent took a page out of Tyler Perry's book by launching his G-Unit Studios in Shreveport, Louisiana.

The rapper/mogul also received the key to the city from Mayor Tom Arceneaux, and April 18 is officially known as 50 Cent Day in Shreveport.

The "Wanksta" crafter's music career is no longer his focal point.... Read more

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A Tribe Called Quest will officially go into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as part of this year's inductee class along with Mary J. Blige.

On Sunday evening (April 21), the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced their class of inductees for 2024 through their social media accounts. The legendary Hip-Hop group A Tribe Called Quest was among those to gain entry. The Queens, New York group of Q-Tip, the late Phife Dawg, Ali Shaheed Muhammad, and Jarobi White had been previously nominated for the last few years until this point.... Read more

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For many, owning a business is a symbol of the American dream. It can be exciting to imagine becoming your own boss, working for yourself and offering employment to others - all helping build financial security for your family and community.

Building a successful business requires a solid plan and lots of help along the way, however, and many budding entrepreneurs soon discover that having a great idea is just the beginning of their small business journey. ... Read more

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MINNEAPOLIS - The owner of a popular North Minneapolis sandwich shop died suddenly on Sunday.

Sammy McDowell, who owns Sammy's Avenue Eatery, died after collapsing during church service, family members told WCCO.

Loved ones gathered outside the sandwich shop Sunday evening as they mourned and honored the loss of a beloved community member.  

Sammy was the one that paid attention the most. He was the one that was always providing, walking me home from school," said McDowell's sister, Angela Michelle McDowell.... Read more

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MINNEAPOLIS - After one of the best seasons in franchise history, two Minnesota Timberwolves players and head coach Chris Finch are finalists for major NBA awards.

The league announced the finalists Sunday. Rudy Gobert is up for Defensive Player of the Year, Naz Reid is a candidate for Sixth Man of the Year and Finch is a finalist for Coach of the Year.

The Wolves' 56-26 regular season record is the second-best in franchise history, behind only the 2003 team that went to the Western Conference finals.... Read more

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 APRIL 20, 2024

Brian McKnight is not claiming his estranged biological kids. Now, as sad as that is, nothing is super surprising. Sadly, this happens. It's not right, but it happens. McKnight does not claim his children because he believes they are the "product of sin." Sin, folks. 

This revelation all went down during a recent Q&A session on Instagram, of all places. The famed R&B singer made a response to a fan who came to his defense for his controversial decision to no longer claim his oldest four biological children - Brian Jr.,... Read more

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