Tag: Not Guilty

Lil Durk Acquitted in Murder-for-Hire Trial

Lil Durk has been exonerated in his murder-for-hire case because a jury found him not guilty on all five charges. After 3 days of deliberation, the jury returned a not guilty verdict regarding his alleged involvement in a fatal 2022 shooting in L.A. Prosecutors argued that Lil Durk had hired a hit team to kill rival rapper Quando Rondo but shot his cousin instead.

Stefon Diggs Found Not Guilty in Assault Trial

NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs was acquitted Tuesday, May 5, 2026, on all charges in his high-profile assault trial. A jury in Dedham District Court found Diggs not guilty of felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery.

Nicolás Maduro Appears in New York Court, Says “I’m Not Guilty — I’m a Decent Man”

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro appeared in a Manhattan federal courtroom Monday for his first court appearance after being taken into U.S. custody on sweeping drug trafficking charges, marking the first time a sitting foreign head of state has been brought before a U.S. court on such charges.

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HBCU Fashion Inspo for Homecoming | The Root

Homecoming season at historically Black colleges and universities is right around the corner, which means it's time for football, tailgates, reunions and some serious outfits. HBCU homecoming is just as much about the outfits as it is about the football. The campus becomes a runway, with students and alumni bringing their best looks while repping their schools. Think bold colors, denim, Greek paraphernalia, sneakers, accessories and plenty of personality.

Kirk Franklin’s Hypocrisy Over Chris Brown Prayer

Kirk Franklin recently addressed backlash over praying with R&B artists Chris Brown, Usher, and Mario. In an interview with Angela Yee, Franklin explained that as a faith messenger, he must sometimes meet people where they are rather than expecting them to come to church. He emphasized that believers often carry misconceptions about holiness, noting that sinful people exist everywhere, including inside churches. Franklin argued that true Christian evangelism requires leaving the safety of church walls to spread the gospel to those who don't already believe, stating that meeting people in unconventional spaces like concert backstages isn't compromising faith—it's practicing it.

50 Cent’s Headcrack Dice Game Hits Las Vegas

50 Cent is launching a new live table game called Headcrack inspired by the legendary New York street dice game Cee-lo. He's partnering with gaming company TCSJOHNHUXLEY to create a casino version. The game debuts at G2E Las Vegas 2026 in September. It keeps the basic elements of Cee-lo while adding dealers, betting structures, and casino technology. The ultimate roll is 4-5-6, which causes the table to erupt with "Headcrack!"

Stevie J Accuses Joseline of Using Their Daughter

Stevie J is clapping back at Joseline Hernandez, accusing the mother of his daughter, Bonnie, of spreading lies about him and using their family drama for clout.

Celebrities Supporting Palestine: A Statement

A growing number of influential Black celebrities have publicly voiced their support for Palestine as the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues. Actors, musicians, filmmakers, comedians and athletes have used their platforms to spotlight the global crisis and show solidarity with the Palestinian people. From signing high-profile open letters demanding a ceasefire to leveraging content on personal social media channels, these artists are drawing parallels between international human rights movements and global fights for racial justice. By doing so, these Black celebrities build upon a historical tradition of Black-Palestinian solidarity linking domestic racial equality struggles to global movements for justice.