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DOJ Rips Memphis Cops’ Use Of Excessive Force On Black People
The Department of Justice issued a report tearing into the Memphis Police Deaprtment, claiming that they discriminated against Black people, consistently using excessive force against them as opposed to white citizens.
Justin Johnson, Charged With Gunning Down Young Dolph, Gets Life Sentence
Justin Johnson, also known as Straight Drop, was sentenced to life in prison on Thursday (Sept. 26) in the killing of Young Dolph. The post Justin Johnson, Charged With Gunning Down Young Dolph, Gets Life Sentence appeared first on Hip-Hop Wired.
Kyle Rittenhouse Run Out Of Memphis College Event
Right-wing figure Kyle Rittenhouse was booed as he fled off stage during his appearance at the University of Memphis on Wednesday. Protesters decried the 21-year-old's presence on campus after being invited by a conservative group.
‘New And Making Noise’ Podcast Episode 25: Key Glock
Memphis rapper Key Glock, joins hosts Incognito, DJ Misses and A-Plus in the studio to talk about his latest album 'Glockoma 2.' The post ‘New And Making Noise’ Podcast Episode 25: Key Glock appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Shooting At Restaurant Owned By Yo Gotti Leaves 2 Dead, Others Injured
Yo Gotti is back in the news after a fight and shooting incident at his Memphis restaurant leaves two dead and others injured. The post Shooting At Restaurant Owned By Yo Gotti Leaves 2 Dead, Others Injured appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Omega Psi Phi Ditches Officers Who Beat Tyre Nichols
Three of the five Black Memphis police officers charged with second-degree murder in the death of Tyre Nichols have been given the boot by the Omega Psi Phi fraternity. “A few days ago, on behalf of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated, we joined with all other caring, thoughtful, decent, and fair-minded people in America and […] The post Omega Psi Phi Ditches Officers Who Beat Tyre Nichols appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Memphis Police Disband Controversial SCORPION Unit
The controversial SCORPION unit of the Memphis Police Department, where five of its officers are charged with the beating death of Tyre Nichols, has been disbanded. The decision came after Chief C.J. Davis met with the officers of the unit over the weekend. Ben Crump and Antonio Romanucci, lawyers representing the Nichols family, commended the decision in a statement released on Saturday. The post Memphis Police Disband Controversial SCORPION Unit appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Self-Hating Black Man Jason Whitlock Questions Protests In Wake Of Tyre Nichols’ Murder By Police
Jason Whitlock questioned protests after video of the police murder of Tyre Nichols went wide and then blamed single Black mothers. The post Self-Hating Black Man Jason Whitlock Questions Protests In Wake Of Tyre Nichols’ Murder By Police appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Memphis Rapper Big Scarr Has Reportedly Died
Written By D.L. Chandler , Senior Editor Posted 36 mins ago @dlchandler123 D.L. Chandler is a veteran of the Washington D.C. metro writing scene, working as a journalist, reporter, and culture critic. Initially freelancing at iOne Digital in 2010, he officially joined the iOne team in 2017 where he currently works as a Senior Editor for Cassius Life and Hip-Hop Wired. D.L. covers a variety of topics including breaking news, politics, Hip-Hop music and culture, fashion, and Black history. He currently heads the SPIRIT.ED column for Cassius Life, which focuses on adult beverages and their history. D.L. has worked in the past for MTV News, Billboard, and several other publications. His first big break in journalism came with the now-defunct Politically Black in 1999, the nation’s first ...
Houston’s Restaurant In Memphis Accused Of Racism After Black Cop Told He Smells Like Marijuana
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Dan Reynolds Photography / Getty A funny thing can happen to a business once it has been accused publicly of racism—suddenly all said business’ dirty-and-discriminatory laundry starts coming out as other patrons start publicly recalling their own experiences. Such appears to be the case for Houston’s Restaurant in Memphis, Tennessee, where a Black police officer and high school principal said they were humiliated by a server who accused them of smelling like marijuana. From Raw Story: “I don’t plan on patronizing this establishment anymore,” said Marcus Mosby. “She said, ‘There’s a strong odor of marijuana coming from your party in this area.’ I said, ‘Ma’am, we don’t smoke marijuana. You’re mistaken.’ She said, ‘I’ve gotten complaints. People have called...
Young Dolph’s Partner Mia Jaye Talks Moving With Purpose After His Death
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: @iammiajaye / Instagram The city of Memphis continues to mourn the loss of Young Dolph. In an exclusive interview his partner Mia Jaye details her next steps. In an exclusive sit down with ABC the late rapper’s partner revealed that life without her high school sweetheart has been difficult on many levels. “It’s been extremely difficult just having to pick up the pieces and to find the strength for my children,” Jaye told ABC News Live’s Linsey Davis in an exclusive interview on Wednesday. “Now that he’s no longer here, it’s just very tough for me to be strong for them and be strong for myself because he — you know, Adolph was my soulmate.” Related Stories Ironically her brother Jeremey Jerdine also fell victim to gun violence back in May 2020. Short...
Young Dolph Murder Suspect Still At Large Despite Social Media Post
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Jason Mendez / Getty Justin Johnson, a lead suspect in the daytime murder of Young Dolph, is still at large despite claims he was turning himself in. Johnson, who also goes by the stage name Straight Drop, stated via social media that he was to turn himself in on Monday (Jan. 10) but the day has passed without the moment coming to pass. Johnson’s attorney said he was unaware of any plan by Johnson to turn himself in, according to Fox13 Memphis. Officials say Johnson’s charges are first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and theft of property between $10,000 and $60,000. This is not the first time Johnson was arrested and charged. Back in early 2017, he pleaded guilty to three counts of aggravated assault after shooting three people at a bowling...
