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Hosted by Corey with the Story, Hip-Hop News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping hip-hop—from new music releases and artist moves to culture, business, and industry trends. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—covering global culture in real time and keeping listeners connected. Hip-Hop News Today is your daily…
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Reed Dollaz Retires From Battle Rap | Hip-Hop News
Reed Dollaz, the battle rap legend who helped shape the culture for over 25 years, is officially retiring — not because he’s lost his fire, but because the pay…
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Rap Lyrics as Evidence in Court | Hip-Hop News
Bankroll Freddie’s appeal just got crushed — the Eighth Circuit ruled his rap lyrics prove he knew the lingo on weed and guns, sealing his 12.5-year sentence…
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Yiannopoulos Deported After Missing Court | Hip-Hop News
Milo Yiannopoulos, the controversial figure known for his inflammatory rhetoric and staunch support of aggressive immigration enforcement, is being deported…
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YoungBoy’s Resurfaced Violence Sparks Accountability Debate | Hip-Hop News
A shocking 2018 video resurfaces showing NBA YoungBoy violently dragging his then-girlfriend, leaving her with visible injuries — a stark contrast to the legal…
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Buddy Steps Into Acting With Artillery | Hip-Hop News
Buddy, the Compton-born artist and Nipsey Hussle protege known for his raw West Coast sound, is stepping boldly into television—playing Artillery in “The Drop…
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Ross Tour Canceled 50 Cent Fires Back | Hip-Hop News
Rick Ross’s 20th anniversary tour hit a major snag when two North Carolina shows were canceled with no explanation, sparking an instant feud with 50 Cent. 50…
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Chrisean Rock Makes Pro Boxing Debut | Hip-Hop News
Chrisean Rock is officially stepping into professional boxing, making her debut on September 19th in her hometown of Baltimore — no more celebrity bouts, just…
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Lil Nas X Grieves Mother’s Loss Amid Recovery | Hip-Hop News
Lil Nas X mourns the loss of his mother, Tameka Hill, calling her “the baddest ever” in a heartfelt tribute as he navigates grief amid his ongoing recovery…
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Wacko’s Legacy Lives On Through Nolia Clap | Hip-Hop News
Wacko, the visionary voice behind UTP’s breakout hit “Nolia Clap,” has passed away, leaving a gaping hole in hip-hop. That anthem, a raw celebration of New…
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Trump’s Space Academy Plan Unveiled | Hip-Hop News
President Trump just signed an executive order to launch a United States Space Academy — think West Point for space — designed to train the next generation of…
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Prince's Timeless Vault Revealed | Hip-Hop News
Prince’s legendary Vault drops a seismic new album, Timeless, featuring ten unreleased tracks spanning his entire career—from 1977 to 2016. It’s not just a…
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Lil Durk Trial Deepens with New Witness | Hip-Hop News
Lil Durk’s murder-for-hire trial heats up as key witness OTF Jam takes the stand, revealing chilling details of the August 2022 ambush that killed Saviay’a…
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Baseball Prospect’s Shocking Age Fraud | Hip-Hop News
A Dominican baseball prospect pulled off an audacious scam to fake his age and identity, creating a fictional younger brother complete with forged birth…
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J. Cole Sacramento Show Cancelled | Hip-Hop News
J. Cole’s Sacramento concert, set for August 27th, has been canceled after a tragic accident involving a tour truck carrying gear for The Fall-Off World Tour…
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Yiannopoulos Detained for Visa Overstay | Hip-Hop News
Milo Yiannopoulos, ex-Yeezy executive and Kanye West ally, is being deported after overstaying his visa, missing a court date, and getting detained at New…
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Keefe D’s 2009 Confession Resurfaces | Hip-Hop News
A retired detective dropped a bombshell in court, revealing he had enough evidence in 2009 to arrest Duane “Keefe D” Davis for Tupac’s murder — but legal…
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Yiannopoulos Arrested by ICE | Hip-Hop News
Milo Yiannopoulos, the British provocateur with ties to Kanye West’s 2020 presidential campaign, is being held by ICE after allegedly overstaying his visa — a…
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Chris Brown’s $13M Judgment Moves Forward | Hip-Hop News
Chris Brown’s court battle with former housekeeper Maria Avila heats up as a judge shuts down his attempts to hide financial records — she’s owed $13 million…
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Salt Drops Solo Album & Hits Tour | Hip-Hop News
Salt-N-Pepa’s Salt is going solo with her debut album Salty N Lit, dropping September 25th on her own label, and it’s deeply personal—inspired by Matthew 5:13…
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OTF Jam’s Shifting Story Under Fire | Hip-Hop News
Defense attorney Brian Steel turned up the heat on witness OTF Jam during Day Seven of Lil Durk’s federal trial, exposing contradictions in his testimony about…
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Meek Mill Wants City of God Producer for YN | Hip-Hop News
Meek Mill is aiming big for his upcoming film YN, boldly reaching out to the producer behind the Oscar-nominated masterpiece City of God to bring that same…
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Kanye Supports Lil Durk at Trial | Hip-Hop News
Kanye West made a powerful courtroom appearance at Lil Durk’s murder-for-hire trial, sitting with Durk’s family as key witness OTF Jam took the stand —…
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Trump Renames Lake Ontario to Lake America | Hip-Hop News
Trump’s bizarre move to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America after a fiery exchange with Canadian Premier Doug Ford has backfired spectacularly. Sparked by U.S…
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YSL Slime Language 3 Delayed | Hip-Hop News
Young Thug’s Slime Language 3 is delayed again, sparking fan frenzy over missing artists like Gunna and rumors tying the hold-up to Ian Connor’s involvement…
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Deputy of the Year Resigns Amid Scandal | Hip-Hop News
A Florida deputy crowned “Deputy of the Year” for saving a mother’s life just months later resigned after an ex-girlfriend exposed him in emails—photos of him…
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Fugees Reunite for The Score 30th | Hip-Hop News
Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean are finally reuniting for two one-night-only shows to celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Fugees’ game-changing album, The Score…
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Clayton Howard’s Victim Status Blocked | Hip-Hop News
A federal judge has blocked Clayton Howard from claiming victim status in his $20 million lawsuit against Netflix, ruling that whether he’s a true victim…
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DMX’s Final Scent Returns | Hip-Hop News
DMX’s legacy lives on in scent: his estate teams up with Black-owned fragrance brand Isidore Luxury to re-release the only perfume he ever officially endorsed…
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J Cole Tour Hit by Tragedy on Highway | Hip-Hop News
J. Cole’s Sacramento show was canceled after a tragic accident on I-5 where a tour truck carrying gear flipped, killing the driver — a sobering reminder of the…
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Black August: Honoring the Fight for Freedom | Hip-Hop News
Black August is a powerful month-long tribute to Black freedom fighters and political prisoners, rooted in the tragic deaths of George and Jonathan Jackson at…
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Lil Durk Trial Shakes Loyalty | Hip-Hop News
Lil Durk’s trial just got explosive as key witness OTF Jam drops damning testimony, claiming Durk ordered the murder of Saviay’a Robinson — aka Lul Pab — and…
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Keefe D Trial Heads to Verdict | Hip-Hop News
The defense wrapped up their case in the long-awaited trial of Duane “Keefe D” Davis, accused of orchestrating Tupac Shakur’s 1996 murder — without calling…
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Drake’s OVO Gets Major Brand Boost | Hip-Hop News
Drake’s OVO just got a major power boost as Authentic Brands Group snaps up a 51% stake in its IP, while Drake keeps creative control with his 44%. Partnering…
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NYC Crowned Wealthiest City | Hip-Hop News
New York City just dethroned itself as the world’s wealthiest city, boasting over 384,000 millionaires and 66 billionaires—amassing more than $3 trillion in…
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GTA VI World Revealed in New Trailer | Hip-Hop News
Rockstar Games just dropped a jaw-dropping 27-minute GTA VI trailer, revealing the sprawling, alive world of Leonida—three times bigger than RDR2 and twice the…
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Kevin Durant’s $60M AI Bet | Hip-Hop News
Nvidia’s rumored $13 billion bid to buy Hugging Face—AI’s open-source hub—could reshape the tech landscape, while Kevin Durant’s $250K early investment via…
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Trump Renames Lake Ontario to Lake America | Hip-Hop News
President Trump just renamed Lake Ontario to “Lake America” via executive order — the latest in a string of provocative geographic name changes, following his…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Beyond Music | Hip-Hop News
Dolly Parton’s legacy lives on in the hearts of music lovers worldwide as she passes at 80, leaving behind a profound impact beyond her iconic songs. Her bold…
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Drake’s OVO Gets Major Brand Boost | Hip-Hop News
Drake’s OVO brand just hit a major milestone with Authentic Brands Group acquiring a majority stake — but Drake’s still deeply involved, keeping creative…
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Rod Wave Drops New Album Don’t Look Down | Hip-Hop News
Rod Wave drops his highly anticipated new album Don’t Look Down, delivering raw emotion and minimal guest features—just Luv Von, Hazlett, and Aimee Carty. Fans…
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Kendrick Meets Romell Jr After Dog Attack | Hip-Hop News
A seven-year-old boy, Romell Frazier Jr., lost both his arms after a brutal dog attack—but his spirit? Unshakable. When Kendrick Lamar heard his story, he…
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Ye Joins Courtroom Rally for Durk | Hip-Hop News
Kanye West, aka Ye, made a dramatic courtroom appearance last Thursday to rally behind fellow Chicago rapper Lil Durk during his high-stakes murder-for-hire…
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Cyberleek’s Leak vs Rockstar’s Reveal | Hip-Hop News
Cyberleek thought he was the big leak king showing off GTA VI’s secrets for crypto, but Rockstar’s official reveal crushed his credibility—turning him into…
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Flash Flood Ravages Nepal-China Border | Hip-Hop News
A deadly flash flood has struck the Nepal-China border, claiming at least 17 lives as the Bhotekoshi River surged after an ice-rock avalanche created a…
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Camron Jones Cast as Tupac in Snoop Biopic | Hip-Hop News
Camron Jones is set to portray Tupac Shakur in the highly anticipated Universal Pictures biopic Snoop, diving deep into the legendary, turbulent friendship…
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Congresswoman Omar’s Son Arrested in Apartment Raid | Hip-Hop News
Minneapolis police raided the apartment of Adnan, son of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, seizing firearms and arresting his roommate Abdulrahman Abdi on weapons…
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Lil Durk Trial: Jam’s Testimony Rocks | Hip-Hop News
Lil Durk’s trial is escalating as key witness Jam takes the stand, admitting to violent crimes—including a fatal attack—and pointing directly at Durk for…
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UnitedMasters Sues Ex-Emps Over BigXThaPlug Album Royalties | Hip-Hop News
UnitedMasters is suing two ex-VPs, David Melhado and Michael Weiss, for secretly siphoning royalties from BigXThaPlug’s gold-certified album I Hope Youre…
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North West Under Pressure | Hip-Hop News
North West, Kanye and Kim’s 13-year-old daughter, is already a pop culture force—dropping albums, rocking blue hair, and making headlines—with Dr. Drew and…
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6ix9ine vs Yailin: Legal Battle Intensifies | Hip-Hop News
6ix9ine just scored a partial legal win in Florida, with 17 of 31 claims against him tossed out by a judge—but 14 serious allegations remain, including abuse…
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Rick Ross vs Hermès and the Luxury Delay | Hip-Hop News
Rick Ross dropped $12K on Hermès croc sandals, waited a year for them—then went live demanding his money back. Boom: Hermès refunded him fast. Turns out, when…
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GTA VI Trailer Drops Wild New Gameplay | Hip-Hop News
Rockstar Games just dropped a jaw-dropping 27-minute GTA VI trailer, and it’s pure chaos in Vice City. Meet Jason and Lucia as they party, shoot cops, and…
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OTF Jam Details Chaotic Gas Station Shootout | Hip-Hop News
OTF Jam took the stand to recount the chaotic, high-speed chase that ended in gunfire outside a Beverly Center gas station, revealing how he was tailing Quando…
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N.O.R.E. vs DJ Vlad Feud Explodes | Hip-Hop News
N.O.R.E. and DJ Vlad are locked in a fiery verbal showdown after Vlad canceled an interview with N.O.R.E., calling him out on his platform and questioning his…
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Lil Durk Trial: Kanye MGK Show Up | Hip-Hop News
Kanye West showed up in full black leather at Lil Durk’s high-stakes federal trial, joining a growing list of hip-hop heavyweights—including MGK and G…
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Superman Movie Wraps Production | Hip-Hop News
DC Universe’s hopes soar as principal photography for Superman: Man of Tomorrow officially wraps, with director James Gunn celebrating the joyful set…
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JAY-Z and Rick Rubin Reflect on 30 Years | Hip-Hop News
JAY-Z drops a groundbreaking new docuseries, JAY-Z IN 8, where he and legendary producer Rick Rubin dissect his iconic tracks—like “Can’t Knock the Hustle” and…
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Soldiers Walking Away in Record Numbers | Hip-Hop News
Military morale hits rock bottom as a record number of veteran soldiers—many with over a decade of service—seek honorable discharges citing conscientious…
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Kehlani Reschedules Shows After Hospital Visit | Hip-Hop News
Kehlani’s back on the road after a health scare that forced her to postpone shows in New Jersey and Maryland—she was hospitalized, couldn’t swallow, and…
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Xbox and IKEA Drop Gaming Furniture | Hip-Hop News
Xbox and IKEA just dropped a wild furniture line for gamers — nine pieces inspired by controllers, from D-pad platters to thumbstick stools that tilt with you…