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Soulja Boy Sued For Allegedly Pistol-Whipping Woman In The Head

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Soulja Boy Sued For Allegedly Pistol-Whipping Woman In The Head

We haven’t heard from Soulja Boy in a good minute and last time we checked, he was focusing on getting his life together and staying clean after being released from jail for violating his probation.

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While he’s trying his best to stay out of trouble, there are still a few situations that he has to deal with. According to The Blast, the rapper is reportedly being sued by a woman who claims she was violently bashed in the head with a gun by the rapper. She also claims he ordered for her to be tied up, and was allegedly victimized sexually by another person inside of his home.

This all reportedly went down back in February, according to the filing by a woman who claims she and SB had an on-and-off-again “romantic” relationship for 4 years. Apparently, she and another woman who worked for the rapper got into a physical altercation over backing a car out of his driveway. During the big fight, she says Soulja Boy, “approached yelling profanities and kicked her, stomped her on the stomach and bashed her head with a large gun.”

Soulja Boy, real name Deandre Way, also allegedly “held the gun to her (the woman’s) head and told her she was going to die that night and would not make it home.” She claims she was “hurt so badly that she had trouble breathing,” The Blast quotes.

From there, the woman claims he ordered his assistant to clean her up following the alleged beatdown then “instructed his assistant, to take her in the garage and tie her up with duct tape.” Eventually, she alleges one male inside the home told her:

“that he would let her go if she performed oral sex on him.” The woman claims, at the time, she “felt she has no choice but to perform oral sex on him in order to escape the garage.”

The Blast also notes that she was able to leave the next day. She claims she filed a police report and was then “taken to the hospital where she was told she had three fractured ribs and a facial contusion.”

As we previously reported, the rapper was arrested in April, for a probation violation after cops issued a search warrant based on an allegation he kidnapped a woman. It appears the cases are related. The news site notes that
the woman is now suing for assault & battery, false imprisonment, along with sexual battery.

The amount she suing for has not been shared but she says she continues to suffer from emotional distress, anxiety, depression, humiliation, and fear, The Blast reports.

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Man Arrested For Smoking Weed While In Court For Marijuana Charge

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Man Arrested For Smoking Weed While In Court For Marijuana Charge

Spencer Boston from Wilson County, Tennessee is real bold! On Monday, he showed up to court to face a marijuana possession charge and while he was there, he did something extremely shocking.

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While expressing to the judge that marijuana should be legalized, Boston reached into his jacket and pulled out a single marijuana cigarette along with some matches and just casually lit one up while folks looked on. Video shared to social media shows Boston inhaling the drug a couple times before security eventually detains him and then escorts him out of the courtroom. However, before being led out, he turned to the gallery and declared, “The people deserve better!”

The 20-year-old was later charged with disorderly conduct, simple possession of marijuana and is being held in jail for 10 days for contempt of court, according to CNN.

The news site reports that folks in the courtroom bursted out laughing following the incident.

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Petition To Change NBA Logo To Honor Kobe Bryant Garners Over 2M Signatures

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Petition To Change NBA Logo To Honor Kobe Bryant Garners Over 2M Signatures

Following the fatal crash that took the lives of 9 including Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna, many fans and fellow NBA players have promised to keep his legacy alive.

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As we previously reported, a petition was created to have the NBA change the logo which currently features Lakers great Jerry West. Fans now want an outline image of Kobe in the front of the silhouette to honor the late star. As of Monday, over 280,000 people had signed the petition, and according to the latest updates this Wednesday, over 2 million people have put their signature down in hopes of seeing this major change.

“With the untimely and unexpected passing of the great Kobe Bryant please sign this petition in an attempt to immortalize him forever as the new NBA Logo,” reads the petition, which was created by Nikyar Moghtader, 16, of Vancouver. He said his initial goal was a to garner one hundred signatures. “The reason I began the petition for Kobe Bryant was because he was a hero and role model to me just like he was to countless amounts of fans,” Moghtader told NBC News. “His passing took a big chunk out of my heart and I began the petition out of respect for him not really expecting it to go anywhere.”

The current NBA logo was introduced in 1969 and was designed by Alan Siegel. As of right now, it is unclear if the NBA plans to make these changes.

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Fiancee Of Late Aaron Hernandez Speaks Out On His Sexuality After Release Of Netflix Doc

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Fiancee Of Late Aaron Hernandez Speaks Out On His Sexuality After Release Of Netflix Doc

Shayanna Jenkins, the fiancee of Aaron Hernandez is speaking out for the first time since Netflix released its new docuseries on the life of the football-star turned-convicted killer. The doc titled “Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez” details claims from Aaron’s high school teammate, Dennis SanSoucie, who said the two had a sexual relationship before going to college.

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While discussing this topic during the one-on-one interview, Jenkins says she didn’t know if he was gay but either way she wouldn’t have cared if he was.

“I wouldn’t have loved him any differently,” Shayanna Jenkins said on “Good Morning America” … “I would have understood.”

Jenkins also didn’t dispute the claim — but said it’s unfair to discuss someone’s sexuality when that person is no longer around to defend their self or explain.

“Although I had a child with Aaron, I can’t tell you how he was feeling inside,” Jenkins said. “If he did feel that way, or if he felt the urge, I wish that I was told. I wish that he would have told me because I wouldn’t have loved him any differently. I would have understood. It’s not shameful.” She went on to say, “I think it’s a beautiful thing. I just wish I was able to tell him that.”

As it was previously reported, Hernandez took his own life in his prison cell back in 2017 — where he was serving time for 2013 after being found guilty of murdering Odin Lloyd. Despite how things turned out, Jenkins When said she does believe Hernandez was innocent while being Interviews. She told the host,

“Yes. Of course I do.”

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Popeyes Drops Clothing Collection Inspired By Beyonce’s Ivy Park Brand

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Popeyes Drops Clothing Collection Inspired By Beyonce's Ivy Park Brand

#Socialites, check this out! Popeyes has been so moved by Beyoncé latest Ivy Park x Adidas collection that they have decided to drop a clothing line of their own!

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On Wednesday, the food chain said that it plans to sell a limited-edition collection. They even shared pictures of some of their items which looks very similar to Beyoncé’s Ivy Park outfits. It features 10 items ranging from a variety of hats costing roughly $10 to hooded jackets for upward of $40. The clothes are created with the brand's iconic color scheme, orange, and maroon. As hilarious as this may seem, it actually doesn’t come as a shock to folks who have been comparing the Popeyes brand and Beyonce's sold-out Ivy Park collaboration with Adidas since she dropped it.

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A spokesperson for Popeyes told FOX Business.

"This campaign was created to have a little fun surrounding this conversation and offer fans the opportunity to sport some trending orange and maroon apparel.” It was noted that the proceeds from each purchase will go toward the Popeyes Foundation which was founded in 2018.

Fox reported that the foundation works to support Popeyes' employees and the surrounding communities through its partnership with No Kid Hungry. On top of that, the foundation also assists team members and/or their immediate family members who may be victims of natural disasters.

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UPDATE: Washington Post Reinstates Reporter Who Was Suspended Over Kobe Bryant Tweets

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UPDATE: Washington Post Reinstates Reporter Who Was Suspended Over Kobe Bryant Tweets

As we previously reported, Washington Post journalist Felicia Sonmez was suspended after she tweeted out the 2016 story about the 2003 rape allegations against Kobe Bryant, while millions were mourning his tragic death. The headline she quoted by the Daily Beast, read, “Kobe Bryant’s Disturbing Rape Case: The DNA Evidence, the Accuser’s Story, and the Half-Confession.” The paper even said her comments “displayed poor judgment that undermined the work of her colleagues” at the time. But, it looks their feelings have changed.

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According to the updated report, following an internal review of whether her tweets violated the newspaper’s policies, The Post ultimately decided it did not.

”After conducting an internal review, we have determined that, while we consider Felicia’s tweets ill-timed, she was not in clear and direct violation of our social media policy,” Tracy Grant, managing editor of The Post, said in a statement.

Grant went on to say,

“Reporters on social media represent The Washington Post, and our policy states ‘we must be ever mindful of preserving the reputation of The Washington Post for journalistic excellence, fairness, and independence,'” Grant continued. “We consistently urge restraint, which is particularly important when there are tragic deaths.” Before concluding she added, “We regret having spoken publicly about a personnel matter.”

Somnez also shared a statement in response to the lifting of her suspension:

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Rick Fox Speaks Out On False Reports That He Died With Kobe Bryant In Fatal Helicopter Crash

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Rick Fox Speaks Out On False Reports That He Died With Kobe Bryant In Fatal Helicopter Crash

As the breaking news of Kobe Bryant’s helicopter crash spread through the internet, conflicting and false reports began to follow. One news outlet claimed that actor and former NBA player Rick Fox had been on board the helicopter that crashed in California Sunday, taking the lives of 9, including Kobe’s 13-year-old daughter, Gianna.

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At that time, we could only imagine what was going through Fox’s family’s mind when hearing the news. But, soon they would receive a sign of relief after close sources confirmed that he was not one of the victims. Fox even tweeted later that Sunday and said,

“Kobe and Gianna may your souls and the souls of the others who were with you Rest In Peace. My condolences and prayers go out to Kobe’s wife Vanessa, his daughters and the Bryant Family. I Love You Kobe and will miss you dearly.”

He’s also now breaking his silence and sharing how that false rumors of him affected his family as he joined Dwyane Wade, Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley, Ernie Johnson, Derek Fisher, and Kenny Smith for a special segment during Tuesday night’s episode of Inside the NBA on TN. Fox said that someone had told his best friend, King Rice, that he may have been on the helicopter.

“I’m seeing King’s number repeatedly going and going and going, and I think he’s worried about me, so I said, ‘I’m gonna talk to my best friend,’ so I answered and said, ‘Hey man, this is crazy about Kobe,’ and he just was bawling,” he recalled. “And I started crying. And he was like, ‘You’re alive!’ And I was like, ‘Well, yeah. Like what do you mean?’ And it was in that moment that my phone just started going, and my mom and my sister and my brother… This has been a lot to process for all of us.”

He went on to say,

“I’m glad that’s over with, but it was hard to deal with because it shook a lot of people in my life,” Fox, who played for the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics during his career in the NBA, said.”

Fox also shared that it was hard for him and his family to take in the news about Kobe and Gianna, even bringing them to tears as they tried to understand what just happened.

As we previously reported, Kobe and Gianna were just two of nine people to die in Sunday’s helicopter crash that included Christina Mauser, John, Keri and Alyssa Altobelli, Sarah and Payton Chester and pilot Ara Zobayan.

The cause of the crash is not immediately clear as of right now.

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Kobe Bryant To Be Honored During 2020 Oscars

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Kobe Bryant To Be Honored During 2020 Oscars

Almost everyone in the country has been rocked by the news of Kobe Bryant’s passing. Many people including celebrities, fans, and fellow players have been affected by this latest tragedy, not only because Kobe was considered the greatest NBA player of all time, but because he was more than basketball; a man who gave back to his community, a champion for women’s sports, a mentor, and most of all, a great husband and an incredible father to his daughters.

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While his fans have promised to keep his legacy alive, the Oscars are planning to show their respects by honoring Kobe at the 2020 ceremony. A spokesperson for The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences confirmed with The Hollywood Reporter that the ceremony will pay tribute to the late basketball legend, who also took home an Oscar back in 2018 for Best Animated Short, all to thanks his heartwarming film “Dear Basketball.” The film was based on a poem he wrote about the sport when announcing his retirement in 2015.

As we previously reported, we lost Kobe, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna along with seven other passengers aboard a helicopter after it crashed in California on Sunday. Bryant is survived by his wife Vanessa, 37, and three of their four children together: daughters Natalia, 17, Bianka, 3, and Capri, 7 months.

While the cause of the crash has not be revealed yet, reports by TMZ say heavy fog might have played a huge role into the fatal accident. We will continue to keep you updated when more details have been shared.

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Powerful 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Between Jamaica & Cuba

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Powerful 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Between Jamaica & Cuba

This Tuesday afternoon, a magnitude 7.7 earthquake occurred between Cuba and Jamaica, prompting the US Tsunami Warning Center to issue an alert, according to breaking reports.

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The US Geological Survey reported that the epicenter was located in the Caribbean Sea about 83 miles north of Montego Bay, the capital of St. James, and about 87 miles south of Granma, Cuba. Witnesses reported strong shaking but there was no immediate word of casualties or heavy damage.

However, some reports claim that the earthquake was so big the number of people in South Florida reported feeling shaking and some buildings in Miami were evacuated as a precaution.

The National Weather Service Tsunami Warning Center says waves reaching 1-3 feet above tide level are possible for some coasts of Belize, Cuba, Honduras, Mexico, Cayman Islands and Jamaica following the quake in Caribbean Sea. No further details were shared.

We will continue to keep you updated when more details have been shared.

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Nike Says Kobe Bryant Gear Sold Out, Despite Reports Claiming It Was Pulled

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Nike Says Kobe Bryant Gear Sold Out, Despite Reports Claiming It Was Pulled

On Monday, a bunch of reports stated that Nike had removed all of its Kobe Bryant products to prevent stockpiling by fans who planned to sell it for more later on secondary markets. While many people liked that move and thought it was a great way to respect the NBA legend, the company said the clothing was not actually pulled, but instead sold out.

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A Nike spokesperson confirmed that to Forbes in an emailed statement. A spokeswoman for the company also confirmed the sellout on its is online store but declined to comment on the volume or revenue.

As we previously reported, the 41-year-old legend died with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna along with seven other passengers Sunday morning in a helicopter crash. Heavy fog is said to be the cause of the crash. However, that report by TMZ was not officially confirmed by law enforcement sources.

News of his passing generated an outpouring of grief across the country, prompting celebrities, fellow athletes, and fans to pay tribute to Bryant on social media as well as on the national stage at the 62nd Grammy Awards.

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Florida Man Sued By Neighbors For Painting His House Different Colors

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Florida Man Sued By Neighbors For Painting His House Different Colors

Folks apart of a Florida community are livid over a home that has been painted in not one, but several different colors. The $500k house located in the small community of Il Regalo Circle in Naples is apparently blinding to other residents, and now the community is taking legal action.

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Neighbor Alan Klawans told WBBH-TV that the unique paint job happened over the course of a week. “I can’t tell you,” he said. “Obviously has a drug issue or something going on because I have just never seen anything like this in my life.” It was said that the “artist” even spray-painted “Who is Omar?” on the side of a van parked out front. “I’m actually looking at the car, the van. I don’t know what that means. But the guy wanted to take something out on the house instead of getting help,” Klawans said.

According to the Collier County Property Appraiser, the man who owns the house is 40-year-old Jeffrey Leibman. Management said Leibman is no longer living in the home, and court records show he’s actually due in court this weekend for drug charges. It was also reported that the Naples homeowners association said it’s actually suing the man as they believe he purposely trashed his house.

ABC News reports that the Collier County Code Enforcement Division is investigating and said violations exist on the house, but it won’t be taking action at this time.

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Ellen DeGeneres Breaks Down in Tears While Remembering Kobe Bryant

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Ellen DeGeneres Breaks Down in Tears While Remembering Kobe Bryant

While many are still mourning the death of beloved basketball legend Kobe Bryant, Ellen DeGeneres is urging fans to “celebrate life” following the tragedy that occurred on the talk show host’s 62nd birthday.

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During the taping of Tuesday’s episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, she started things of with monologue talking about Kobe’s untimely death. The speech quickly became emotional as she thanked the crowd for attending the taping before reflecting how “life is short.”

“Today is Monday. Yesterday was Sunday and it happened to be my birthday and the Grammy Awards. I was nominated. I didn’t win. Not the point,” DeGeneres joked as she teared up. “Yesterday was a celebratory day and we got tragic news about Kobe Bryant and everything changed in a second.”

She went on to say,

“That’s what I want to talk about: Life is short and it’s fragile. And we don’t know how many birthdays we have,” she continued. “We don’t have to have a birthday to celebrate. Just celebrate life.”

DeGeneres also encouraged everyone watching to reach out to those close to them and love them while they’re still alive.

“If you haven’t told someone you love them, do it now. Tell people you love them. Call your friends. Text your friends. Hug them. Kiss them,” she said. Before concluding she said, “I know that I’m lucky to have a wife who loves me so much, even though I don’t have a Grammy. I get to come to work every single day with people who make me laugh. I love everybody I work with.”

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Celebrities And Social Media Users Call For A Change In NBA Logo To Honor Kobe Bryant

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Celebrities And Social Media Users Call For A Change In NBA Logo To Honor Kobe Bryant

Sadly, NBA legend Kobe Bryant is no longer with us following the tragic helicopter crash that also took the life of his 13-year-daughter Gianna along with seven others.

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For many people across the country, it’s been hard to accept the fact that he’s gone. However, celebrities, sports fanatics, and even fans who just respected Kobe and understood that he was bigger than basketball, all want to continue to keep his name and legacy alive.

Hundreds of thousands of fans are now calling on the NBA to update its logo to honor Kobe Bryant following the basketball great’s tragic death.

“With the untimely and unexpected passing of the great Kobe Bryant please sign this petition in an attempt to immortalize him forever as the new NBA Logo,” creator Nick M wrote on the Change.org petition. He added that he hoped ” … our dream does come true and we are able to see Kobe Bryant engraved into the NBA Logo.”

Even celebrities like Boosie, Justin Bieber, Meek Mill, Snoop Dogg and more have taken to social media to call on the NBA to make this big change. The petition had amassed over 280,000 signatures as of this Monday.

As of right now, the current NBA logo which was designed by Alan Siegel, features the silhouette of Los Angeles Lakers great Jerry West.

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Tracy McGrady Becomes Emotional While Looking Back On Moments With His Friend Kobe Bryant

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Tracy McGrady Becomes Emotional While Looking Back On Moments With His Friend Kobe Bryant

We heard from a bunch of celebrities and close friends of Kobe Bryant who paid tribute to the star following the fatal helicopter crash that took his life, his daughter’s and seven others.

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The latest person to speak out is Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady. While appearing on “The Jump,” McGrady aka T-Mac shared how he found out about the heartbreaking news. He also recalled some specials moments as well as the time Kobe used to tell him that he wanted to “die young”.

“He used to say, ‘I want to die young, I want to be immortalized,'” a tearful McGrady said to anchor Rachel Nichols, who was caught off-guard. He added that Kobe respectfully wanted to have a better career than Michael Jordan. “I thought he was so crazy for saying that,” McGrady said. “I’m devastated.” McGrady went on to share the unique bond him and Kobe used to share during their legendary NBA careers.

As we previously reported, the 41-year-old legend died with his 13-year-old daughter along with seven others Sunday morning in a helicopter crash. Heavy fog is said to be the cause of the crash. However, that report by TMZ was not officially confirmed by law enforcement sources.

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Kobe Bryant To Be Mourned For A Full Week In Italy, Where He Grew Up

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Kobe Bryant To Be Mourned For A Full Week In Italy, Where He Grew Up

It’s been hard for fans to wrap their minds around the news of Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, who were among the 9 passengers killed during a helicopter crash in California.

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While people are trying their best to stay positive by looking back on his incredible legacy that he leaves behind, folks out in Italy, where Bryant grew up — are planning to mourn the player’s death for a full week.

Apparently, every professional team in all levels of basketball will pay homage to Kobe with a moment of silence in every game for seven days, according to KTLA citing the Italian basketball federation. Giovanni Petrucci, Italian Basketball Federation’s president told CNN,

“We are shocked and saddened by what happened to him and his daughter Gianna and we hold his family close to our hearts in this moment of sorrow. It’s a small gesture to honor Kobe’s memory, but one that is heartfelt and deserved,” he added.

As of right now, the cause of the crash is still unclear.

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Washington Post Reporter Suspended After Sharing This Tweet About Kobe Bryant

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Washington Post Reporter Suspended After Sharing This Tweet About Kobe Bryant

In the middle of millions mourning the loss of NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, Washington Post reporter Felicia Sonmez shared a distasteful tweet, and now she has been suspended for what people are labeling a “reckless move.”

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According to Fox News, Sonmez tweeted the 2016 story about the 2003 rape allegations from The Daily Beast. The headline read, “Kobe Bryant’s Disturbing Rape Case: The DNA Evidence, the Accuser’s Story, and the Half-Confession,” — just as details of the helicopter crash were still coming out. Sonmez tried to clarify her tweet by saying,

“Any public figure is worth remembering in their totality… even if that public figured is beloved and that totality unsettling,” Sonmez wrote. “That folks are responding with rage & threats toward me… speaks volumes about the pressure people come under to stay silent in these cases.”

However, people were still furious and demanded the Post to let her go. According to the latest updates, The Washington Post has placed the political reporter on administrative leave over the tweets. The paper said her comments “displayed poor judgment that undermined the work of her colleagues.”

As we previously reported, the 41-year-old legend died with his 13-year-old daughter along with seven others Sunday morning in a helicopter crash. Heavy fog is said to be the cause of the crash. However, that report by TMZ was not officially confirmed by law enforcement sources.

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Social Media Reacts To JoJo Winning Her First Ever Grammy!

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Social Media Reacts To JoJo Winning Her First Ever Grammy!

It was difficult for fans to focus solely on the Grammy awards last night following the sad news of the tragic helicopter crash that took the lives of 9, including NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna.

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While mourning the loss of all the victims, fans also tried their best to acknowledge all the winners from last night’s ceremony. On top of sharing excitement for Lizzo, Billie Eilish and more, fans were extremely happy for JoJo who snagged her first ever Grammy award for Best R&B Song of The Year for “Say So” — which she features on with PJ Morton.

Jojo took to Twitter to react to the news by tweeting, “SO GRATEFUL FOR THIS MOMENT. R&B song of the year.” One fan also said, “jojo deserved to win a grammy when she released ‘too little too late,’” while singer Tinashe tweeted, “You deserve all the accolades !!”

This is exciting news for JoJo fans who have always followed her career. With big hits including “Too Little, Too Late” and “Never Say Goodbye” many would agree that this award is long overdue and well deserved.

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UPDATE: All Nine Victims In Horrific California Crash Identified

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UPDATE: All Nine Victims In Horrific California Crash Identified

All nine victims aboard the helicopter that crashed in Calabasas on Sunday have all been identified. As we previously reported, 41-year-old NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna were the first confirmed victims of the tragic crash. Among those killed were sports coaches, parents along with teenage peers of Bryant’s basketball star daughter. According to The Daily Mail, the group was reportedly traveling to Bryant’s Mamba Academy for a practice session when the helicopter had gone down.

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We noted that John Altobelli, a well-respected baseball coach at Orange Coast College, his wife Keri and their daughter Alyssa and basketball coach Christina Mauser were later confirmed as the other passengers who perished during the incident as well. It was recently reported that Sarah Chester and her teen daughter Payton were also killed when the Sikorsky S-76 flew into the hillside and burst into flames. The report also identified Ara Zobayan, the pilot who also sadly died in the morning incident. TMZ reports that heavy fog is said to be the cause of the tragic incident. However, while the crash is being investigated, loved ones of the victims can only focus on the memories they have left as they try to push forward.

The husband of Christina Mauser, the basketball coach who also worked at the Mamba Academy, said:

“My kids and I are devastated. We lost our beautiful wife and mom today in a helicopter crash.” Sarah Chester and her daughter Payton were tempered as ‘two gorgeous human beings” by Todd Schmidt, the school principal at Harbor View Elementary.

Jared Yochim, a friend of the pilot also shared a heartfelt tribute on Facebook, writing:

“The pilot flying Kobe and crew today was my friend Ara Zobayan (white shirt and tie). Many of my friends were actually friends with Ara and not just pilot,” The Daily Mail quotes.

Celebrity and sports fans have been pouring in tributes to Kobe and his daughter all over social media. Many have also been sending condolences and prayers to his family.

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MSNBC Anchor Denies Using N-Word During Live Coverage On Kobe Bryant‘s Death: ‘I Unfortunately Stuttered’

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MSNBC Anchor Denies Using N-Word During Live Coverage On Kobe Bryant‘s Death: ‘I Unfortunately Stuttered’

Millions of people around the country were tuned in to their local news stations as they tried to gather as much information on the tragic story on Kobe Bryant.

While watching MSNBC’s live coverage, some folks caught the moment reporter Alison Morris apparently slipped the N-word. Morris was talking about Bryant’s death when viewers believed they heard her say “n****rs” in a now-viral clip. 

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Almost immediately, fans of Kobe took to Twitter to demand the network to fire her. Rapper 50 Cent even shared a few words to Morris, telling her to “start working” on her “resume.” Despite that, Morris actually decided to release a statement and denied using the slur in a tweet Sunday evening.

“Earlier today, while reporting on the tragic news of Kobe Bryant’s passing, I unfortunately stuttered on air, combining the names of the Knicks and the Lakers to say “Nakers,’” Morris tweeted.

She went on to say,

“Please know I did not & would NEVER use a racist term. I apologize for the confusion this caused,” she continued. 

As we previously reported, the 41-year-old legend died with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna along with seven others this Sunday morning in a helicopter crash. Heavy fog is said to be the cause of the crash. However, that report by TMZ was not officially confirmed by law enforcement sources.

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UPDATE: Three More Victims Of Helicopter Crash That Killed Kobe Bryant & Daughter Identified

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UPDATE: Three More Victims Of Helicopter Crash That Killed Kobe Bryant & Daughter Identified

The news on today’s tragic incident involving NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna continues to get worse as the latest updates reveal the other victims.

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According to TMZ’s latest report, Orange Coast College baseball coach John Altobelli, who was chosen as the American Baseball Coaches Association’s national coach of the year in 2019, was also among the victims, along with his wife, Keri, and daughter Alyssa. Costa Mesa Mayor Katrina Foley confirmed that Christina Mauser, a girls’ basketball coach at Harbor Day School, also died in the crash.

“I just learned that our amazing Matt Mauser of TiajuanaDogs lost his wife Christina in the crash. She coached the girl’s team,” Foley tweeted. “This devastating tragedy gets worse by the hour. So much pain for so many local families. Our hearts are broken & grieving for the families impacted.”

While the cause of the crash hasn’t been confirmed just yet, TMZ notes that L.A. weather was extremely foggy Sunday morning. Law enforcement sources say that LAPD air support was even grounded because of it and apparently, flight tracker data shows Kobe’s chopper appeared to first encounter weather issues as it was above the L.A. Zoo. It was said that his helicopter circled that area at least 6 times at a very low altitude; around 875 feet, perhaps waiting for the fog to clear.

As we previously reported, Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva refused to name the victims until they had been identified by the coroner and the news was first shared with the victims’ family.

“It would be extremely disrespectful to understand your loved one has perished and you learn about it from TMZ,” he said. “That is just wholly inappropriate so we are not going to be going there. We are going to wait until the coroner does their job.”

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