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Waka Flocka recently got people talking after he posted a pic on Instagram Threads of his face looking beat up. He said he got jumped by 10 people and added, “Can’t believe nobody helped me fight ten nixxas off but I’m still standing ten toes mark.” His followers started freaking out, thinking he really got attacked. But a few hours later, Waka flipped the script. He posted a video on his Instagram Story, laughing like crazy, saying there’s no way anyone would believe he actually got jumped. It was clear he was trolling.
Implying that he was just messing with his fans and the internet, making it seem like he got hurt when really, it was all a joke.
In non-getting beat-up news, it is rumored Waka Flocka Flame is set to attend the newly re-elected President Of The United States Donald Trump’s Legacy Of Freedom Ball hosted by the Black Conservative Federation later this month. SMH…
Waka Flocka caught heat online for supporting Donald Trump and trolls online suggested to have MAGA fans help him next time he gets jumped. Flame tweeted “TRUMP2024,” which stirred up major reactions, especially from the Hip-Hop community. Earlier in 2024, Flocka told all Joe Biden supporters to leave one of his concerts, and that definitely sparked some serious backlash.
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Footage Released Showing New Orleans Killer Violently Turning Truck Onto Bourbon Street
A horrifying act of violence unfolded early New Year’s Day in New Orleans when a pickup truck, bearing a visible ISIS flag, plowed into a crowd of revelers on Bourbon Street.
The attack, carried out by Shamsud Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old U.S. citizen and Army veteran from Texas, claimed the lives of at least 10 people and left 35 others injured.
The FBI has labeled the incident an act of terrorism, intensifying the investigation into the events and possible connections Jabbar may have had to extremist organizations.
Surveillance video captured the white Ford pickup truck, reportedly a rental, turning aggressively from Canal Street onto the iconic Bourbon Street.
It accelerated past barricades and into a densely packed crowd celebrating the New Year. The carnage didn’t end there—authorities revealed that after the crash, Jabbar exited the vehicle wearing full military gear and opened fire on the responding officers.
Law enforcement quickly returned fire, fatally wounding him at the chaotic scene.
Inside the truck, investigators found an arsenal including firearms, explosives, and the ISIS flag, now a chilling centerpiece of the attack.
Authorities believe Jabbar intended to cause mass casualties, describing his actions as both “premeditated” and “calculated.”
Jabbar’s motives remain under investigation, though his past provides a troubling backdrop.
Once a member of the U.S. Army, he served as an information technology and human resources specialist before receiving an honorable discharge in 2015.
He had recently been living in north Houston, Texas, where he apparently led an unremarkable life until this week’s tragic events.
The FBI is exploring the possibility that Jabbar acted in coordination with others.
While no accomplices have been identified, agents have not ruled out the involvement of a larger network.
The discovery of his ISIS flag and explosives has fueled concerns about the extent of his radicalization and potential ties to extremist groups.
This devastating attack has left New Orleans in mourning.
Bourbon Street, typically a vibrant epicenter of music and celebration, is now a scene of heartache and loss.
City leaders and law enforcement are working diligently to support victims’ families and ensure enhanced security measures as the city moves forward.
The FBI has urged communities to remain vigilant, emphasizing how dangerous individuals can leverage common tools for mass violence.
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New Orleans, La — The Sugar Bowl between Georgia and Notre Dame, scheduled for January 1, 2025, has been postponed to January 2 following a terror attack in New Orleans that killed 15 people and injured 35 others early on New Year’s Day.
RELATED | New Orleans Attack: Suspect Identified; Explosives Found
Thousands of Hoosiers in the city for the game are now in the wake of the tragedy.
It’s unclear if any Indiana residents were among the victims, though local officials believe most of the casualties are from New Orleans.
In response to the attack, the University of Notre Dame canceled the 2:30 p.m. Bayou Bash and the 4 p.m. President’s Pre-Game Celebration “for the safety of everyone involved” and to offer solidarity with those impacted.
The FBI says it’s investigating the event as an act of terrorism.
A truck plowed into a group of people celebrating New Year’s in the French Quarter this morning just after 3:15 a.m., and then the driver got out and started firing a weapon, with police returning fire.
The suspect is dead and has been identified as Shamsud Din Jabbar.
New Orleans Police Superintendent Ann Kirkpatrick said two officers were shot but are in stable condition.
The FBI is in charge of the investigation and are also looking into possible explosives found at the scene.
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What in the pump it up is going on? Joe Budden is being charged after getting caught in 4K (literally) on a neighbor’s Ring camera butt naked outside. Court docs obtained by TMZ show Budden was charged with lewdness on December 4 in Edgewater, NJ. On December 30th, the Edgewater Police Department was called about a man completely naked outside their home. The caller says there’s footage of the podcaster trying to punch in a code on someone’s door a few times before going back to his own apartment in the building. The court papers say the resident and her two kids saw the whole thing on their phone.
Joe Budden said he got kicked out of his apartment for recording his podcast there. He’s also talked on his podcast about being a sleepwalker. Nima Ameri (Joe’s attorney), made a statement on his behalf, “Mr. Budden is saddened by Police Chief Martin’s press release. Mr. Budden has been waiting weeks for his cross complaints to be processed which include substantially more serious charges include possible felony charges against the persons behind these charges against him. The Chief has in our opinion sat on those but instead used his time to gain some free publicity for himself. Chief Martin should seek publicity by doing notable policing not inflaming disorderly person allegations.”
More news to come as the story develops.
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Travis Hunter, the star football player from Colorado, just signed with Lil Wayne’s Young Money APAA Sports Agency before the 2024 NFL Draft. This is a huge move for the Heisman Trophy winner, who’s been ballin’ out on the field all year. Known for being a beast on both offense and defense, Hunter has been turning heads and is now expected to go #1 overall in the NFL Draft—most likely to the New England Patriots.
Travis has always been a big fan of Lil Wayne, and teaming up with his favorite rapper for his agent is a dream come true. Hunter even thanked Weezy in his Heisman speech right before he started singing lyrics from ‘6 Foot 7 Foot’. Lil Wayne’s Young Money APAA is known for taking care of its athletes, and it’s a perfect match for Hunter, who’s not just a future NFL star but also someone who knows the importance of building a brand. With the NFL Draft right around the corner, fans are excited to see where Hunter will land. Many think the Patriots could pick him up, and he’d be a great fit with their squad. One thing’s for sure—Travis Hunter is about to change the game, both on the field and in the culture.
The Heisman trophy winner’s relationship has been in the spotlight recently, especially after videos surfaced showing his fiancée Leanna Lenee entertaining other men, leading many celebrities to encourage him to break up with her. The drama intensified when another video went viral, showing his fiancée visibly frustrated while waiting for him to finish taking pictures with fans. She confronted him, asking if he expected her to sit there all day. Despite the public scrutiny, Hunter has remained focused on his career and upcoming NFL Draft.
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The last 12 months have been an emotional rollercoaster to say the least. Skillz has brought back his popular year end recap with the “2024 Rap Up.”
As spotted on Hip Hop N More Richmond, VA native has resurrected his year in review series. Back in 2002 the “B-Boy Document 99” MC reviewed all the happenings in the culture and beyond over Common’s “Come Close” instrumental. For the next two decades he treated us to yearly installments that became synonymous with the last week in December. Eventually Uncle Murda adopted (read: stole) the idea which left Skillz with a bitter taste leading him to drop the tradition in 2021.
Thankfully he is back with a surprise edition with an accompanying video treatment. From the opener Skillz let us know that he was paying attention to all of the year’s biggest moments. “I’ve been gone for a minute now. I’m back with the Rap Up / It was crazy ass yesterday so you know I’m about to act up / And it starts right now / It’s about to go down/ Usher, the homie went crazy on that Super Bowl stage / Hey, and every song was bop/then ya’ll came for Jermaine in his lollypop socks” he raps.
You can view Skillz’ “2024 Rap Up” below.
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2024 has been a huge year for hip-hop, with some major moments and releases shaking up the scene. One of the biggest stories is the ongoing Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar debate. Fans have been buzzing about who is truly running the game this year. Both artists have been dropping hints and teasing new music, making the competition even more intense. Their rivalry has fans debating who’s the real MVP of hip-hop, with each artist bringing their own unique style and impact to the genre.
Along with the battle between the two giants, hip-hop has seen a wave of fresh, exciting albums. One standout release this year is Doechii’s album, Alligator Bites Never Heal. Doechii, known for her unique style and innovative sound, has continued to make waves with her bold mix of rap, R&B, and experimental elements. The album has been praised for its lyricism, creativity, and ability to push boundaries, making Doechii a top contender for the title of MVP in 2024.
As 2024 comes to a close, it’s time to hand out our own 2024 Hip-Hop Wired Awards, highlighting the artists who made the biggest impact this year. Special shoutout to Hot 107.9’s own, Partyboi Duece for curating a solid list.
Rookie Of The Year – Bossman DLow
Comeback Player Of The Year – Gunna
6th Man Of The Year – 4Batz
MVP – GloRilla
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PLAINS, Ga. — Former President Jimmy Carter is dead at the age of 100.
His son said he died Sunday at his home in Plains, Georgia. He is the longest-lived former President in our nation’s history. His wife Rosalynn Carter passed away at the couple’s home in November 2023 at the age of 96. He is survived by his four children and several grandchildren.
The former peanut farmer and Georgia governor became the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981 after beating Republican Incumbent President Gerald Ford in the 1976 election His campaign was focused on regaining the trust of the American people after Richard Nixon resigned during the Watergate Scandal. The Carter administration faced several challenges, including the 1979 oil shortage which resulted in high gas prices and long lines in the U.S. He struggled to end the Iranian hostage crisis when students in Tehran seized the U.S. Embassy and took 52 Americans hostage for 444 days. Many historians point to that as one of the biggest reasons behind his resounding defeat to Ronald Reagan in 1980.
In one of his greatest accomplishments, Carter brought together the Egyptian President and Israeli Prime Minister at the presidential retreat in Camp David in 1978. They agreed to the Camp David Accords, which ended the state of war that had existed between the two countries since 1948. He was tough on the Soviet Union during the Cold War. Carter ordered an embargo on the shipment of American grain to the Soviet Union and boycotted the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow over Russia’s invasion of Afghanistan.
After his presidency, Carter went on to become an active humanitarian. He worked with Habitat for Humanity in communities throughout Georgia and globally for nearly 40 years. He was also a nine-time Grammy nominee and a two-time Grammy winner in the spoken word category.
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For the past few weeks, Hip-Hop legend Redman has been dropping off new work on a consistent basis and shown that though he’s been in the rap game for more than three decades his pen is as sharp as it was in the early 90’s and needless to say we hear him loud and clear.
Dropping off some new visuals to “Im On Dat Bullsh!t,” the Brick City representative gets turnt up in the streets of Newark, New Jersey after his boo thang kicks him to the curb after discovering a jimmy hat in the backseat of his car. Well, at least he still practices safe sex, right?
Keeping up with some New York legends, Pete Rock and Smif N Wessun continue to put on for their city and in their Memphis Bleek assisted clip to “Top Of The World,” the Hip-Hop OG’s spit that gritty New York flavor that made them fan favorites in the city that never sleeps.
Check out the rest of today’s drops including work from Casey Veggies, DODY6, and more.
REDMAN – “IM ON DAT BULLSH!T”
PETE ROCK & SMIF N WESSUN FT. MEMPHIS BLEEK – “TOP OF THE WORLD”
CASEY VEGGIES – “ROAD RUNNIN’”
DODY6 – “FUCC YO OPINION”
PHILTHY RICH – “PHILTHY FLOW”
DINCO D & JABORI WHITE – “PLAY IT LIKE YOU MEAN IT”
WU-SYNDICATE – “STILL NO HEAVEN”
TEEMAN DATRUTH – “SOUTHEAST TEE”
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During a holiday charity stream with Adin Ross, Drake nearly dropped a bombshell when he almost said “F**k Kendrick Lamar” live. The two were giving away money and prizes to people in need, spreading good vibes during the holiday season. As they interacted with fans, Drake was reading some of the fan mail aloud, when he came across a note that said “F**k Kendrick Lamar.” Without thinking, Drake started to say it out loud, but quickly caught himself just in time, stopping before fully saying it.
The moment was awkward, as Drake paused and quickly corrected himself, making it clear that he didn’t want any smoke. Drizzy quickly moved past it, focusing back on the charitable aspect of the stream. It seemed to be an accidental reading, and no further comments were made on the incident. Earlier this year, Drake took legal action against Universal Music Group, accusing the label of manipulating streaming numbers for Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us”. According to the Toronto rapper’s legal team, Universal allegedly used artificial methods to inflate the track’s streams in order to boost its chart performance and create more buzz around the song.
This move comes amid ongoing tension between the two rap giants, with Drake claiming the label’s actions were an attempt to ruin his career. The lawsuit got a lot of people talking, with many rappers and entertainers clowning Drake for getting in his feelings and trying to sue over it.