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Rapper Lil Poppa Died By Suicide: Report

As Hip-Hop mourns the untimely passing of Lil Poppa, details are beginning to be emerge about the circumstances of his death. The 25-year-old reportedly died by suicide.

As previously reported, the “Out Of Town Bae” rapper was pronounced dead on Wednesday (Feb. 18) morning. TMZ reports that he died from a gunshot wound, per the Fulton County Medical Examiner.

Lil Poppa signed to Yo Gotti’s CMG record label in April 2022 and in that relatively short time, managed to release over eight projects, building a loyal and growing fan base in the process.… Read more

Cardi B Says She’s “Taking This Ass Out” After She Wraps Her Tour

We all know that Cardi B has a lot of haters, but is even she tired of her own ass? It certainly seems that way as the bootylicious rapper has stated that after she’s done with the “Little Miss Drama Tour” she’ll be heading down to Colombia to remove one of her most visible assets.

In a recent clip uploaded to Instagram, the Grammy-winning rapper was recorded backstage at one of her concerts chopping it up with Khelani who said Cardi has “So much ass!… Read more

New Getty Exhibit Explores Legacy of Black Arts Movement 

The Black Arts Movement is getting a fresh look thanks to a new exhibit sponsored by the National Gallery of Art. “Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955-1985” explores the important role of photography and visual art in organizing and mass communication.

At a time when Black culture and depictions of Black life are being removed from public view, this exhibit offers a new look at a crucial period in our history.

“The works in this exhibition show how a wide range of artists and activists tapped the power of photography to strengthen respect for the Black community and culture,” said Timothy Potts, Maria Hummer-Tuttle, and Robert Tuttle, Director of the J.… Read more

A Financial Guide For Black Families Eyeing Generational Wealth

Black History Month will see many brands across the world making monetary gain off the Black dollar, but isn’t it about time we start keeping it in the family? We’re talking about money, of course, and building generational wealth by learning how to invest it the right way. That’s where we come in with this helpful guide to achieving generational wealth, specifically for Black families, given the occasion at hand. From advisors and key digital outlets to practices we can all adapt to save more — do yourself a serious favor and take notes as you scroll.… Read more

Cardi B Seemingly Confirms Stefon Diggs Split, Disses BIA Back

Cardi B and Stefon Diggs looked to be the next top power couple, but rumors persisted around Super Bowl LX that the couple was no longer an item. BIA took a shot at Stefon Diggs last week, prompting Cardi B to seemingly confirm the end of her relationship with Diggs and to fire back onstage and defend her child’s father in the process.

The beef between Cardi B and BIA has been ongoing since 2024, and the Bronx superstar dissed her rival on the track “Pretty & Petty” from her sophomore album, Am I The Drama?Read more

Gene Simmons Gets Checked By Chuck D Over Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Jab

Chuck D, the frontman of longtime Hip-Hop band Public Enemy, is a staunch champion of the culture and continues to promote the music with all his might. Gene Simmons, a critic of Hip-Hop’s inclusion in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, had choice words that were checked by Chuck D.

Gene Simmons, 76, was a guest on the Legends N Leaders podcast and made the controversial quip that Hip-Hop acts shouldn’t be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame based on criteria only Mr.… Read more

Now, Even The Word ‘Black’ Is Controversial In Black History

Black in Black History is now being handled like contraband, even in institutions that were literally built to preserve it.

Which brings us to Florida A&M (FAMU). Last week, FAMU found itself in the surreal position of having to publicly clarify that the word Black is, in fact, allowed in Black History Month.

Pause for a second, y’all, and let that settle…

This literally happened at the only public HBCU in Florida, where the B is the whole point.… Read more

From 2 Live Crew to Capitol Hill: Uncle Luke Launches Bid For Congress

Rapper and longtime community activist Luther “Uncle Luke” Campbell says he’s ready to take his advocacy from the streets to Capitol Hill.

In a statement posted to social media Monday, Campbell announced that he is officially running for Congress in Florida’s 20th congressional district, a South Florida seat that includes parts of Broward and Palm Beach counties.

“After decades of fighting for my community—from the courtroom defending free speech all the way to the United States Supreme Court, to building businesses that created jobs across the South, to mentoring and coaching thousands of young people into college—I have officially decided to run for Congress in Florida’s 20th District,” Campbell wrote.… Read more

A Tribute to Jesse Jackson

At 89.9 KMOJ, we honor voices that move the culture, challenge injustice, and inspire communities to rise. Today, we pay tribute to Jesse Jackson — a drum major for justice whose voice echoed far beyond podiums and pulpits.

For decades, Rev. Jackson stood at the intersection of faith and freedom, speaking truth to power while speaking hope to the people. His message wasn’t just for headlines — it was for neighborhoods. For working families. For young dreamers.… Read more