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Report: China Has Spy Balloon The Size of Three Buses Floating Over Western U.S.

By Shawn Grant / February 3, 2023

The United States is on alert after a suspected Chinese surveillance balloon was spotted over the state of Montana. The...

Miami Police Unveil Black History Month-Themed Police Cruiser

By Dylan Kemp / February 3, 2023

In the latest WTF news, Miami police recently unveiled their new Black History Month-themed police cruiser. The unveiling was attended...

Motown Records Star Barrett Strong Dead at 81

By Sourcestaff / February 2, 2023

Words by: Brandon Simmons Motown Records star Barrett Strong has passed away at the age of 81. Strong was Motown's...

The ASALH Set 2023 Black History Month Theme as ‘Black Resistance’

By Shawn Grant / February 1, 2023

Throughout Black history, Black people have fought back against constant oppression. Those moments include acts of police brutality, most evident...

97 Years of Tradition: Black History Month Started with Dr. Carter G. Woodson’s Negro History Week in 1926

By Shawn Grant / February 1, 2023

Today marks the start of the 46th year of celebrating Black History Month. This tradition originally began as "Negro History...

You Can Legally Steal Music In Belarus

By Sourcestaff / January 31, 2023

The country of Belarus recently passed a law that allows the use of intellectual property without the consent of copyright...

[WATCH] CashFlow Harlem Touches Tyre Nichols Tragic Story

By Courtneyb / January 30, 2023

Rapper CashFlow Harlem never misses and is a force to be reckoned in our culture. The eloquent MC known for...

Idaho Killings Suspect Waives His Right to a Speedy Probable Cause Hearing

Shawn Grant

January 17, 2023

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Bryan Kohberger, 28, who is suspected of killing four University of Idaho students, was arrested on December 30 by the Pennsylvania State Police Latah County. Prosecutor Bill Thompson said investigators believ... Read Article

21-Year-Old Texas Man Decapitates His Newly Wed Wife

Melissa Sanchez

January 13, 2023

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A man confessed to decapitating his 21-year-old wife at their home in Waller County, Texas. According to authorities, the parents of the young woman, identified as Anggy Diaz, 21, called the police after th... Read Article

Prayers Up: Severe Tornado Outbreak Causes Significant Damage to Selma, AL

Shawn Grant

January 13, 2023

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Severe storms in the south sparked a tornado outbreak, with Selma, Alabama being one of the hardest hit areas in the state. According to WSFA-12 Alabama, extensive damage was seen across businesses and buil... Read Article

XXXtentacion’s Accused Killers To Stand Trial, Face Uphill Battle in Avoiding Life Sentences

Sourcestaff

January 12, 2023

Hip Hop News | Trending Hip Hop Stories, The SOURCE Law Review

After more than four years, the trial of the three men accused of killing up-and-coming Hip-Hop star XXXTentacion will begin on January 18 in Fort Lauderdale. Michael Boatwright, Dedrick Williams, and Tre... Read Article

NYPD Search for Brooklyn Man Who Smashed Restaurant Door and Stabbed Ex-Girlfriend

Shawn Grant

January 12, 2023

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A man in Brooklyn launched a chair through the glass door of a restaurant, then stabbed his ex-girlfriend before fleeing the scene. According to The New York Daily News, the man is currently being searched ... Read Article

Naomi Osaka Announces Pregnancy & Shares Ultrasound Photos

Shirley Ju

January 11, 2023

Her Source | Beauty and Fashion Trends, News, Source Sports | News, Highlights and Interviews

Congratulations are in order for Naomi Osaka, who recently took to social media to announce her pregnancy. The 25-year-old has been praised as one of the best tennis players in the world, with four Grand Slam ... Read Article

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Woman Sentenced to Three Years in State Prison for Collecting $400,000 in Viral Gofundme Scam

Melissa Sanchez

January 10, 2023

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A New Jersey woman was sentenced to three years in state prison on Friday for her role in a $400,000 GoFundMe scam in which she and her then-boyfriend lied about helping a homeless veteran in Philadelphia... Read Article

Famed Dancer and 'Ellen' Show DJ Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss Dead at Age 40

Stephen ‘Twitch’ Boss’ Wife Allison Holker Pens Tribute Following Private Funeral: ‘I LOVE YOU FOREVER and ALWAYS!’

Shawn Grant

January 7, 2023

Hip Hop News | Trending Hip Hop Stories, News

A day after his private funeral, Stephen "tWitch" Boss' wife, Allison Holker, delivered a tribute on Instagram. Holker shared a video montage flanked by Rihanna's "Lift Me Up." "To my husband, best friend, ... Read Article

Damar Hamlin’s Family Releases a Statemen

Damar Hamlin is ‘Neurologically Intact’ and Responsive with His Eyes Open in Hospital Update

Shawn Grant

January 5, 2023

News, Source Sports | News, Highlights and Interviews

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin has opened his eyes and is responsive at the University of Cincinnati medical center. NFL.com's Ian Rapoport provided the report, citing that Hamlin is also gripping the ha... Read Article

State of Missouri Conducts First Execution of Transgender Woman in U.S.

Shawn Grant

January 5, 2023

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Missouri has conducted the first execution of a transgender woman in the U.S. The AP notes that Missouri inmate Amber McLaughlin was put to death for a 2003 murder. McLaughlin was convicted of stalking and ... Read Article

Young Thug Makes First Court Appearance in Months

The YSL Case: The SOURCE’s Legal Breakdown of Charges & Terms

Melissa Sanchez

January 4, 2023

The SOURCE Law Review

It has been months since Atlanta native Young Thug and members of his Young Stoner Life Records, also known as Young Slime Life, were arrested and charged in part of a RICO case in Georgia. Thug, born Jeffrey ... Read Article

Here Comes the Judge: Meet Ural D. Glanville, the Judge in Charge of the Young Thug/YSL Case

Sourcestaff

January 3, 2023

The SOURCE Law Review

As the judge presiding over the Young Thug/YSL trial, Fulton County Superior Court Chief Judge Ural D. Glanville will substantially influence the proceedings. While the jury ultimately will decide all the disp... Read Article

Barbara Walters, Pioneering Journalist, Dead at 93

Shawn Grant

December 31, 2022

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Barbara Walter, the legendary ABC News anchor and correspondent, died on Friday (Dec. 30). She was 93 years old. ABC has confirmed her death. Walters joined ABC News in 1976 and was the first female anchor ... Read Article

‘GMA 3’ Host T.J. Holmes Files for Divorce in NYC

Shawn Grant

December 29, 2022

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T.J. Holmes is ending his marriage with his estranged wife, Marilee Fiebig. This development arrives weeks after the Good Morning America 3 (GMA3) host romance with cohost Amy Robach took over headlines. Ho... Read Article

Whoopi Goldberg Confirms 'Sister Act 3,' Wants Lizzo and Nicki Minaj in the Movie

Whoopi Goldberg Releases Apology Statement After Repeating Holocaust Slur

Shawn Grant

December 28, 2022

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Whoopi Goldberg has issued another apology for stating the Holocaust was "not about race." A representative for Goldberg reached out to The New York Post after stating the same Holocaust slur she first said... Read Article

Donald Trump Reportedly Teases 2024 Presidential Run at CPAC

Trump Referred to The Department of Justice for Criminal Charges in Connection with Jan. 6

Shawn Grant

December 24, 2022

News, Politics, Politics

Former President Donald Trump has been referred to the Department of Justice for criminal charges for his role in the Capitol Riots. The January 6 committee recommended Trump should be held accountable for "a ... Read Article

President Biden Announces New Plan to Reduce Homelessness by 25% by 2025

Shawn Grant

December 24, 2022

News, Politics, Politics

President Joe Biden has announced a new plan to lower the homelessness numbers by 25%. The achievement is aimed to be reached by 2025. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development notes abo... Read Article

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Delivers Speech to Congress, Requests More Help to Combat Russia

Shawn Grant

December 22, 2022

Hip Hop News | Trending Hip Hop Stories, News

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered a speech to Congress at the United States Capitol. Introduced by Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, Zelenskyy provided an update on the battle in Ukraine and t... Read Article

President Biden Announces New Plan to Reduce Homelessness by 25% by 2025

Shawn Grant

December 20, 2022

News, Politics, Politics

Trump Referred to The Department of Justice for Criminal Charges in Connection with Jan. 6

Shawn Grant

December 20, 2022

News, Politics, Politics