What's On Today - Tuesday

Timberwolves sweep Suns, advance in NBA Playoffs after wild Game 4 finish

By Jeff Wald

Updated  April 29, 2024 12:59am CDT

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The Minnesota Timberwolves are moving on in the Western Conference Playoffs after a four-game sweep of the Phoenix Suns in a 122-116 victory Sunday night, with Anthony Edwards putting together a human highlight reel in the fourth quarter.

Edwards had 40 points, nine rebounds and six assists. He met Devin Booker at the rim for a block in the fourth quarter, then put Kevin Durant on a poster for a dunk to give Minnesota a 115-11 lead.… Read more

Eminem Announces New Album ‘The Death Of Slim Shady’

After years of playing the sideline of the Hip-Hop game, Eminem seems ready to return with a brand new album, but judging from the title of it, this just might be the last time the rap icon releases an LP in his illustrious career.

Yesterday (April 25), Eminem dropped by the NFL Draft which was being held in his hometown of Detroit. While he was there he took the time to announce the news that he’d be releasing his latest album, The Death of Slim Shady, this summer.… Read more

Explaining Shannon Sharpe’s Rise To Internet Fame

Shannon Sharpe excels at anything he touches. From his electrifying performances on the NFL field to his insightful commentary in the media with shows like Club Shay Shay, Sharpe has carved out a legendary career that continues to inspire fans and aspiring athletes alike. Let’s delve into the highlights of his remarkable journey.

Shannon Sharpe The Football Star.

Born on June 26, 1968, Sharpe honed his impressive athletic prowess while attending college. He attended Savannah State University, where he showcased his immense talent as a tight end, earning four letters from 1986 to 1989, according to Savannah State Athletics.… Read more

Soulja Boy Offers to Buy TikTok After Biden Signs Bill Signaling Potential U.S. Ban

The bill gives ByteDance 9 months to sell TikTok if the app is to continue to operate within the United States.

Could Soulja Boy become the country’s next tech mogul? He’d sure like to think so. After President Biden signed a foreign aid package into law that would see TikTok banned in the U.S. if it’s not sold, the rapper threw his name in the hat as a potential buyer of the Chinese-owned social media platform.… Read more

New rideshare ordinance goes into effect July 1

by Tommy Witta

The Minneapolis City Council voted unanimously on April 11 to delay the start of its new rideshare ordinance by two months.

Instead of going into effect on May 1, the new start date is slated for July 1, giving the council more time to consider possible amendments to the law and giving new rideshare providers more time to set up.

Councilmember Aurin Chowdhury said four rideshare startups have submitted applications for licensing as of April 10 to replace Uber and Lyft if they depart.… Read more

Minnesota musician Stokley wows in stage musical ‘Super Freak: A Rick James Story’

by Sheletta Brundidge

Minnesota audiences have long made Stokley Williams a favorite as a solo artist, songwriter, producer, drummer, and lead singer of the legendary R&B group Mint Condition.

Now, audiences across the country are applauding his acting chops and ability to deliver a song. Known just as Stokley, he is touring the country starring as Rick James in the jukebox musical “Super Freak: A Rick James Story.”

“His is a story that needs to be told, and I’m trying to capture his essence,” said Stokley, reached on the road in Norfolk, Va.… Read more

The Tragic Death Of Missing Mother Tomitka Jurnett-Stewart Must Finally Call Us To National Action

Family, loved ones, co-workers and community members in Milwaukee, Wisconsin are mourning the loss of 41-year-old Tomitka Jurnett-Stewart. The mother of 10’s tragic story is a heartbreaking chapter in the long, brutal book about missing and murdered Black women and girls—and all the inaction and silence from those charged to protect and speak out.

But Tomitka Jurnett-Stewart was found dead in the trunk of her car on April 17th. She’d been reported missing by her son, Lawrence Lejon-Jurnett, two days earlier on April 15th, reported USA Today.… Read more

Tupac Shakur’s Estate Threatens Drake With Legal Action, Gives The Rapper 24 Hours To Take Down “Taylor Made Freestyle”

Drake’s clever attempt at a Kendrick Lamar diss record could land him in legal hot water.

Spotted on HuffPost, the Estate of the late iconic rapper Tupac Shakur is threatening Drake with legal action for using an AI-generated voice of Shakur.

The Estate is giving the Canadian Hip-Hop star 24 hours to take down his latest Kendrick Lamar diss track, “Taylor Made Freestyle.” The track features AI-generated voices of Tupac Shakur and Snoop Dogg urging their West Coast brethren to defend his honor on wax.… Read more

Brian Tyree Henry The Latest Big Name Attached To Pharrell Williams-Produced Musical

The cast of Pharrell Williams’s upcoming film/musical continues to add some serious star power.

Brian Tyree Henry (Atlanta, Godzilla X Kong: A New Empire) will star alongside Kelvin Harrison Jr., Da’Vine Joy Randolph, and Halle Bailey in the upcoming musical from Pharrell Williams and Michael Gondry.

Like the news of Bailey joining the cast, there is no word on Henry’s role in the upcoming film. According to reports, the film will take place in 1977 in Virginia and draw inspiration from Williams’ childhood at Atlantis Apartments.… Read more

Minneapolis teachers reach tentative agreement with school district

By Bill Keller and FOX 9 Staff

Published  April 25, 2024 7:38am CDT

Minneapolis Public Schools

FOX 9

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Minneapolis teachers have reached a tentative agreement with the school district, not long after the union announced a strike authorization vote. 

Teachers in Minneapolis have been pushing for better contracts, including a pay increase. After failing to reach an agreement, the union announced plans to hold a strike authorization vote on Thursday and Friday.… Read more

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