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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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Brooklyn Honors ODB With Street Naming | Hip-Hop News
Brooklyn just honored a hip-hop legend by renaming a street in Bed-Stuy “ODB Jones Way” — a powerful tribute to Ol’ Dirty Bastard, founding Wu-Tang Clan member…
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Netanyahu vs Mamdani Escalates | Hip-Hop News
Netanyahu lashes out at NYC Mayor Mamdani, calling him a hate-fomenter after Mamdani labeled him a “war criminal” in a viral video, while Netanyahu ties the…
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Ice Spice Misses Summer Jam | Hip-Hop News
Ice Spice missed Hot 97’s Summer Jam due to unfinished paperwork, despite being heavily promoted as a headliner — and she apologized, promising to make it up…
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Keyshia Cole Sparks New Rumors with Skrilla | Hip-Hop News
Keyshia Cole Sparks New Rumors with Skrilla | Hip-Hop News
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New Testimony Links YG to Drakeo’s Death | Hip-Hop News
New testimony in Drakeo the Ruler’s civil case claims YG and two others pulled knives during the backstage altercation that led to his fatal stabbing—adding a…
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David Jonsson Steps Into Black Panther | Hip-Hop News
Marvel’s Black Panther is getting a major reboot with David Jonsson stepping into the iconic role as T’Challa’s adult son — and the casting was pure magic…
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Mia Jaye Honors Dolph on His 41st Birthday | Hip-Hop News
Mia Jaye pays a heartfelt tribute on Instagram for Young Dolph’s 41st birthday, sharing a family photo with their kids and reflecting on the life they lost—her…
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ODB’s Legacy Lives on a Brooklyn Street | Hip-Hop News
Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s legacy just got a permanent street sign in Brooklyn — ODB Jones Way, right on the block where his grandmother still lives, turning his…
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Guerrilla Warfare Changed Southern Rap | Hip-Hop News
Twenty-seven years ago, on July 27, 1999, the Hot Boys dropped Guerrilla Warfare—a seismic Southern rap masterpiece that launched Cash Money Records into the…
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Trump Jokes About Shooting, Praises Nicki Minaj | Hip-Hop News
President Trump turned heads at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner with a wild joke about a recent shooting attempt — comparing it to Nicki Minaj twerking…
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Remembering DJ Polo's Legacy | Hip-Hop News
Two years since the loss of DJ Polo, the legendary turntablist behind the iconic duo Kool G Rap and DJ Polo, whose groundbreaking synergy redefined Hip Hop’s…
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Thirty Eight Spesh Drops Heat on Legends | Hip-Hop News
Thirty Eight Spesh Drops Heat on Legends | Hip-Hop News
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21 Savage’s Nephew Dies in Tragic Gun Incident | Hip-Hop News
21 Savage’s nephew, 14-year-old Seven Shirley, died by suicide after accidentally shooting his 12-year-old sister — a heartbreaking tragedy that underscores…
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Coogler’s Secret Pick for Black Panther 3 | Hip-Hop News
Ryan Coogler reportedly locked in David Jonsson as the next Black Panther before official casting even began—meeting him in secret and declaring him “the one”…
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Fat Joe's Raw Bronx Debut | Hip-Hop News
Twenty-six years ago, Fat Joe dropped his debut album Represent—a raw, unfiltered Bronx anthem that launched his rise from D.I.T.C. rookie to Hip Hop legend…
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NFL Star Deported After Visa Expiry | Hip-Hop News
Former Colts linebacker Daniel Adongo, the first Kenyan-born player in NFL history, is now deported after his visa expired in 2016 — a move that sparked…
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Charleston White Claims Shooting in Houston | Hip-Hop News
Charleston White says he was shot in Houston after refusing to apologize for his fiery criticisms of J. Prince and Mob Ties, posting video as proof—but police…
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Black Panther 3 Confirmed with New King | Hip-Hop News
Wakanda’s future is roaring back to life — Ryan Coogler is returning to direct Black Panther 3, hitting theaters December 15, 2028, with David Jonsson stepping…
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Goodie Mob’s Final Chapter? | Hip-Hop News
Goodie Mob’s legendary run may be ending—CeeLo Green confirms their 30th anniversary tour will be their final one, saying they won’t force music if it’s not…
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D4vd in Court and Hacked | Hip-Hop News
D4vd’s legal nightmare just got wilder—facing murder charges over Celeste Rivas’ death while his hacked YouTube account leaked a chilling track titled “I DID…
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Drake Channel Hit With Unauthorized Uploads | Hip-Hop News
Drake’s YouTube channel got hacked—two unauthorized uploads appeared, including Kendrick Lamar’s viral diss track “Not Like Us,” sparking chaos and confusion…
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DiJonai Accuses NaLyssa of Cheating | Hip-Hop News
DiJonai Carrington dropped explosive accusations on Threads, claiming ex NaLyssa Smith cheated on her with other WNBA players — including Deja Kelly and…
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AI Makes Healthy Habits Stick | Hip-Hop News
AI is quietly revolutionizing how we build healthier habits—not by dictating change, but by making wellness fit seamlessly into our chaotic lives. It crafts…
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Building Legacy Beyond Music | Hip-Hop News
PUSHPLAY isn’t just making music—he’s building a movement rooted in legacy, fatherhood, and ownership. Turning his life’s highs and lows into a blueprint for…
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From Artist to Media Mogul | Hip-Hop News
From hip-hop artist to media mogul, Chedda Blanco turned his firsthand experience in the trenches of the music industry into a powerhouse platform—Texas Buzz…
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R&B Icon and Drill Artist Spark Romance Rumors | Hip-Hop News
R&B legend Cole, 44, and drill artist Skrilla, 27, are sparking romance rumors after a string of Instagram clues—mirror selfies, club nights, and a boat ride…
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Murda Challenges Bleek to Financial Showdown | Hip-Hop News
Uncle Murda just dropped a mic: he’s challenging Memphis Bleek to a real-money showdown, demanding proof of his financial independence with bank statements and…
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Rapper Turned Witness Leaks Case Files | Hip-Hop News
A Baltimore rapper turned federal informant, YNE Sosa (real name Keith Ambush), is now in the crosshairs after confidential court docs from his murder-for-hire…
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Diddy Trafficking Case Moves Forward | Hip-Hop News
A federal judge has greenlit Clayton Howard’s $20 million trafficking lawsuit against Diddy, allowing claims that Diddy trafficked him across state lines since…
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Boosie Badazz Faces Legal Fire | Hip-Hop News
Boosie Badazz’s legal troubles just got a whole lot hotter as he faces a lawsuit from a Houston nightclub security guard who claims Boosie assaulted him with a…
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Gipp Calls Out CeeLo on Goodie Mob Drama | Hip-Hop News
Big Gipp’s firing back at CeeLo Green with a no-nonsense message: the Goodie Mob isn’t the problem — it’s CeeLo’s own issues. After years of on-again…
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Nicki Minaj and the Chucky Controversy | Hip-Hop News
Nicki Minaj’s latest social media stunt—posting a wild Chucky doll with a presidential jab—has reignited firestorms over her political alignment and ties to…
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21 Savage Asks for Baby #2 | Hip-Hop News
21 Savage is already asking Latto for another baby—right after their daughter’s birth—posting a heart-eye emoji and “Can we have another 1 pleaseeeeeeeeee”…
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Ari Fletcher Faces Online Storm | Hip-Hop News
Ari Fletcher’s engagement to Moneybagg Yo is under fire as an alleged explicit video of her circulates online—just weeks after she shared her ring and wedding…
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38 Spesh vs Jadakiss Beef Escalates | Hip-Hop News
38 Spesh drops a fiery new verse directly targeting Jadakiss, claiming he outshone both Jadakiss and Benny the Butcher on “The Aroma” and accusing Jadakiss of…
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Tyla on Being Honest in the Spotlight | Hip-Hop News
Tyla’s facing online backlash for being called a “mean girl,” but she’s standing firm—her blunt honesty is just how she speaks, not an attack. She’s navigating…
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Nicki Minaj’s Chucky Response to Trump | Hip-Hop News
Trump dropped a wild joke at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner about Nicki Minaj twerking — calling her the only one who “got” the cue to get down. Nicki…
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Latto’s Baby Blues in the Spotlight | Hip-Hop News
Latto’s global fame comes with a heavy price: even simple moments with her baby feel impossible, as security and constant attention turn everyday walks into…
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D4vd Faces Brutal Murder Charges | Hip-Hop News
D4vd faces chilling first-degree murder charges after allegedly luring 14-year-old Celeste Rivas to his Hollywood Hills home, stabbing her multiple times, and…
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AI in Music: Evolution or Threat | Hip-Hop News
Herbie Hancock sees AI in music as an exciting evolution, not a threat—joking he might even duet with an AI someday. While hip-hop is split, with Timbaland…
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Kurupt and Roscoe Almost Were on Area Codes | Hip-Hop News
Kurupt spills the tea on how he and his brother Roscoe were almost on Ludacris’s iconic “Area Codes” — the track that made Nate Dogg immortal — but got left…
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Trump Jokes About Nicki Minaj at Dinner | Hip-Hop News
Trump dropped a wild joke at the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner about Nicki Minaj “twerking” after hearing gunshots — even though she wasn’t…
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Wack 100 Sued Over $10K Channel Takedown | Hip-Hop News
Wack 100 is facing a major civil lawsuit after allegedly spending $10,000 to have a YouTuber’s channel deleted—claiming he hired a crew called “the Xposers” to…
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The Detective Who Listened to Hip-Hop | Hip-Hop News
Derrick Parker, the NYPD detective who pioneered the hip-hop intelligence unit, has died. For two decades, he built bridges within the rap world—attending…
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YG Linked to Drakeo Case via Security Testimony | Hip-Hop News
New testimony from Drakeo the Ruler’s security guard, Alrick Cooper, alleges YG was seen wielding a prison shank backstage at a festival—swinging it amid…
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Charleston White vs J Prince Escalates | Hip-Hop News
Charleston White dropped explosive dashcam footage from Houston showing a chaotic confrontation where a crew of 30 demanded he apologize to J. Prince—something…
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Pilot’s Testimony Shakes Lil Wayne Lawsuit | Hip-Hop News
Lil Wayne’s legal battle with ex-assistant Andrew Williams just got a major twist — the pilot claims his story about being punched on a private jet doesn’t…
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Trump Calls LeBron Racist Over Personal Dislike | Hip-Hop News
Trump drops fiery personal attack on LeBron James, calling him “maybe a racist” for not liking him — a move that reignites their long-standing feud, which…
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YG Detained Ahead of Verzuz Battle | Hip-Hop News
YG faces mounting legal pressure hours before a highly anticipated Verzuz battle, as new testimony alleges he was seen wielding a knife during a chaotic…
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MC Sha-Rock Honored by Sigma Gamma Rho | Hip-Hop News
MC Sha-Rock, the first female MC in Hip-Hop and a true trailblazer, has been honored with an honorary membership in Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. as part of…
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Tyla Redefines African Pop | Hip-Hop News
Tyla’s new album APOP isn’t just a catchy title—it’s a bold declaration of African Pop’s global potential. She’s rewriting the rules of what an African pop…
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Soto’s Calf Injury Threatens Mets Season | Hip-Hop News
Juan Soto’s Mets season hit another snag as the star outfielder exited Friday’s game due to lingering left calf pain, forcing the team to prioritize his health…
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Moneybagg Yo Back With New Heat | Hip-Hop News
Moneybagg Yo drops his first solo single in two years, “I See Why,” a bass-heavy anthem aimed straight at doubters, backed by a video that reveals his intense…
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Bootsy Collins Drops Metal Health | Hip-Hop News
Bootsy Collins drops his electrifying new album Metal Health, a funk-rock-metal fusion collab with Buckethead, Robert Trujillo, Victor Wooten, and even Samuel…
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2 Live Crew Changed Hip Hop Forever | Hip-Hop News
Forty years ago, 2 Live Crew shook the rap world with their explosive debut album, setting the stage for Miami bass and sparking a landmark First Amendment…
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50 Cent Drops Pac & Eminem Track | Hip-Hop News
50 Cent just dropped a seismic music bomb: his new Street Fighter track features Eminem and unreleased 2Pac vocals — real, vault recordings, not AI. This…
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Judge Orders White to Trial First | Hip-Hop News
Dallas judge sides with prosecutors to try alleged shooter Kewon Dontrell White first in Mo3’s murder case — a strategic move that could dramatically shape…
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LeBron’s Final Chapter in Philly | Hip-Hop News
LeBron James is officially signing a two-year deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, marking his “last decision” in free agency at age 41 — and setting the stage…
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LeBron Joins Sixers for Final Shot | Hip-Hop News
LeBron James is making his final move — signing a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia Sixers, complete with a player option — driven not by money…
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Tony Romo Charged with Wisconsin OWI | Hip-Hop News
Tony Romo’s DUI arrest in Wisconsin has the sports world buzzing — the former Cowboys QB was pulled over on I-43 after failing field sobriety tests, facing an…