Jada Pinkett Smith Reveals Tupac Shakur Proposed During Rikers Island Bid Jada Pinkett Smith said Tupac Shakur was in bad shape when he proposed to her and needed someone to do time with him. The “Set It Off” actress is promoting her new memoir, “Worthy.” Smith revealed on All The Smoke podcast that ‘Pac asked […]

Things To Know About The Revived Investigation Into Tupac Shakur’s Shooting Death Tupac Shakur’s unsolved killing investigation has been revived. Authorities in Nevada served a search warrant this week concerning the rap star’s shooting death, which they confirmed on Tuesday (July 18). The warrant was executed Monday (July 17) in Henderson. It’s unclear what police […]

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It seems that we are seeing a resurgence of the musical biopic. Films like Straight Outta Compton, the Miche’le biopic on Lifetime and the upcoming 3-part New Edition biopic on BET are just some examples proving that movies about musical figures, specifically black musical figures, are successful and in-demand these days. One of the most-anticipated […]

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According to reports, an anti-Trump march in Portland quickly escalated into a riot on Thursday. It resulted in 29 arrests.

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It may be hard to believe that, although 20 years have passed, the murders of hip-hop icons Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls remain unsolved. Sure there have been dozens of conspiracy theories as to who murdered the two young artists, and changed the face of hip-hop in the process, but traditional investigations have continuously proved […]

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Key states like North Carolina and Florida have seen a decrease in the number of African-Americans heading to the polls.

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Despite the Obama administration’s mission to alleviate the health insurance market through the Affordable Care Act, also known as “Obamacare,” healthcare rates may rise up to nearly 35 percent in some parts of the U.S. for 2017.

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It’s that time of year again, and as expected the nominees list for the 2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame was released and it features some of music’s greatest icons. The year’s nomination list includes the legendary icon herself (and future mommy-to-be), Janet Jackson, visionary and influential rapper Tupac Shakur and the incomparable Chaka […]

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20 years ago today the world lost one of its greatest talents, specifically within the world of hip-hop. On September 13, 1996, Tupac Shakur died of fatal gunshot wounds he sustained in a shooting and his life was cut entirely too short at the age of 25. As social media has continued to show an […]

So The God MC, Rakim is acting now? Watch as he helps a young man quench his thirst while paying homage to another legendary emcee we lost way to soon. Video below. Your Thoughts? Jade West “Always On a Musical Quest” On-Air Personality/Producer/Public Affairs Host of “Community Conversations” Sunday’s 7-8am On-Air Sunday’s 3-7pm Follow me […]

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Black Music Month originated in 1979. Jimmy Carter proclaimed the month of June as Black Music Month to celebrate the wonderful music, the  achievements, births, important timelines, events and to remember those we lost.

Mutulu Shakur, stepfather of rap legend Tupac Shakur, is eligible for parole.