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by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

November 6, 2025

A$AP Rocky Sued Over NYC Condo Damage Attributed To ‘Catastrophic’ Flooding From His Unit

The Harlem rapper is being sued for $1.1 million.

Rapper A$AP Rocky has been sued by a Manhattan neighbor for $1.1 million after a leak made the person’s condo, located below the Harlem rappers, “completely uninhabitable.”

According to The Independent, the paperwork was filed Oct. 30 in Manhattan Supreme Court by Chez Ni, LLC (listed in public records as Annie Kang). In the lawsuit, the former A$AP Mob lyricist is named as well as ADE Painting, the building’s condo board, and Tyson Beem, Rocky’s business manager.

The plaintiff says the leak in Rocky’s $11 million condo caused “catastrophic” flooding that extended to the apartment below, destroying it.

The incident took place last December, with Chez Ni, LLC blaming he “devastating water intrusion” on the “negligence of the putative owner of Unit 5N, Rakim Athelaston Mayers (a/k/a A$AP Rocky),” and a local contractor, ADE Pro Painting.

According to the lawsuit, Unit 4NF “suffered damage and destruction” to its “fixtures, furnishings and improvements,” as well as to “furniture, clothing, and personal items” costing $700,000. The plaintiff has also incurred approximately $200,000 in alternative living arrangements and other out-of-pocket expenses since the Dec. 23, 2024, incident.

Chez Ni LLC is seeking a minimum of $900,000 from the parties named in the lawsuit, a minimum of $200,000 from the condo board, and a judgment declaring all defendants responsible for the $42,000 remediation, which the condo is attempting to charge back to Kang and her LLC.

In an email, the owner of ADE Pro Painting, whose name was not given, provided a statement to The Independent. “I signed an NDA with the rapper, so that prevents me from providing certain details. I want to say that we are also affected from this situation, and we did not get pay [sic] for certain services provided.”

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by Jeroslyn JoVonn

November 6, 2025

Philadelphia Grocery Stores See Sales Decline With SNAP Benefits Cut: ‘People Are Very Stressed’

Grocery stores in North Philadelphia see a drop in sales amid cuts to SNAP benefits.

With SNAP benefits reduced due to the ongoing government shutdown, grocery stores in North Philadelphia are reporting a decline in sales.

According to the nonpartisan Center for American Progress, supermarkets in high-poverty areas could see sales decline by 40% to 90% due to SNAP cuts. With SNAP payments not being distributed on Nov. 1 to 42 million Americans, including 2 million in Pennsylvania, 800,000 in New Jersey, and 100,000 in Delaware, Philadelphia grocers are already feeling the impact, NBC Philadelphia reports.

“I really think it’s not going to be a holiday this year,” Alex Ibrahim, the manager of Cousin’s Supermarket in North Philly, said of Thanksgiving. “I think already people are very stressed and only spending the couple of dollars they might have saved.”

Ibrahim noted that his store has experienced a drop in sales since SNAP payments were paused. While prices haven’t increased, he has observed changes in customers’ spending habits.

“I believe it is really affecting all our customers, like our revenue went down 50-60%,” Ibrahim said.

Jose Rodriguez, a North Philadelphia resident, warned that SNAP cuts could push people to take drastic measures to put food on the table.

“It is bad because the parking lot is empty. That means the supermarket is going to make no money,” Rodriguez said. “I think people are going to start stealing. They are going to start doing things just to start putting food on the table. People are capable of doing anything when it comes to hunger.”

With the government shutdown ongoing, the Trump administration announced it will reduce November SNAP benefits by slightly less than initially planned. In updated guidance to states, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said maximum allotments will be cut by 35% rather than the previously proposed 50%.

The administration announced that participants receiving the maximum SNAP benefits will now get roughly 65% of their usual assistance in November. Advocates and policy groups note that most recipients, those with additional income from Social Security, disability, or employment, will see significantly smaller payments.

In a letter to the USDA, Pennsylvania Human Services Secretary Val Arkoosh criticized the federal government for “directing states to use the most complex and labor-intensive approach possible.” Pennsylvania is seeking to use a more straightforward, faster method previously allowed for pandemic-related aid, which would provide everyone with roughly half their SNAP payment.

Meanwhile, concerns over delays and missed payments have prompted a coalition of cities and nonprofits to return to federal court in Rhode Island, seeking to compel the Trump administration to resume SNAP aid “expeditiously.”

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by Jeroslyn JoVonn

November 6, 2025

White Man Fired From Paramount Sues Company Over Alleged Prioritization Of Hiring Minorities

A former white executive is suing Paramount, alleging racial and age discrimination.

A white former Paramount executive has filed a discrimination lawsuit alleging that he was fired last year during a time when the company was pushing diversity.

In a lawsuit filed in California federal court on Oct. 31, Joseph Jerome challenges Paramount’s now-defunct DEI policies, which allegedly linked staffing goals and executive compensation to diversity metrics, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Although some of these guidelines were rolled back earlier this year amid scrutiny of corporate DEI practices, Jerome alleges he was fired because he is not a person of color.

Jerome, a 30-year Paramount veteran from 1994 to 2024, most recently served as senior vice president of business and legal affairs and production counsel to Entertainment Tonight. In his lawsuit, which also alleges age discrimination, he claims he was one of three CBS Media Ventures (CMV) attorneys—all over 50 and white—terminated last year and replaced with younger, minority employees.

According to Jerome’s suit, a 25-year-old Black law school graduate and former CMV intern took his role, while his two former colleagues were replaced by younger Asian attorneys whose previous positions were eliminated in a corporate restructuring, though they have not filed lawsuits over their terminations.

The lawsuit claims that at the start of last year, CMV’s legal team was roughly balanced between white and minority attorneys. It adds that all lawyers let go in 2024 were white and over the age of 50. Jerome references a November 2023 meeting led by then-CBS News president Wendy McMahon, during which she reportedly expressed concern over the older demographics of her division’s shows and instructed staff to hire younger employees to attract younger viewers. Soon after, Jerome claims he was criticized for thinking “old” when he raised a misused legal term in a prospective deal.

The lawsuit comes after CBS Studios reached a settlement in April with a SEAL Team script coordinator who alleged that Paramount enforced illegal diversity quotas that discriminated against straight white men. The settlement coincided with a broader Hollywood reevaluation of DEI policies, with Paramount citing federal mandates that required changes in its approach to inclusion. Paramount joins other major media companies, including Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery, in rolling back or rebranding DEI programs following a Trump administration executive order targeting DEI.

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by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman

November 6, 2025

Michigan High School Chapter Of Charlie Kirk’s Turning Point USA Sparks Student Protest

Student says the values of Kirk's ultra right-leaning organization do not reflect the high school.

A new chapter of Charlie Kirk’s Turning Point USA at a Michigan high school has already sparked tension amongst its student body.

Hundreds of students at Royal Oak High School staged a walkout in protest of their classmates’ participation in the ultra-conservative organization. According to Click on Detroit, several of the walkout participants argued that Turning Point USA’s conservative values do not align with their high school.

“Turning Point is a nationwide chapter that spreads conservative views and the same views that Charlie Kirk promoted. And those aren’t the things that we promote in our school,” said Leilani Hamilton, a senior at the high school and protest organizer.

Founded by the late alt-right influencer, Turning Point USA had initially popped up at college campuses for those who promote its right-leaning ideals. Especially since Kirk’s fatal shooting in September, the organization has seen a surge in popularity in honor of its controversial founder. Critics of Kirk remember him for his spread of prejudiced rhetoric against many marginalized groups, including the Black community, immigrants, and transgender people.

However, students part of Royal Oak’s Turning Point USA chapter claim that they have faced hatred and bullying for showing interest in the club. The walkout’s organizers, on the other hand, have denounced the harassment.

“That is just promoting the hate that we do not want in our community and making it happen. It is not going to help us get this conversation going if we then put fear in other people’s minds,” added Hamilton.

While tensions have risen among the student body, the school has yet to make any official reports of harm. After the walkout, students on both sides met the district superintendent, escalating tensions.

“Neither our students nor staff have reported any incidents to the administration of violence or physical harassment of any sort,” issued Royal Oak High School. “We will continue to monitor this situation and remain committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment for every student.”

Following the chapter’s first official meeting, expected to take place on Nov. 10, opposing students will speak out against the club, following a school board meeting.

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by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

November 6, 2025

Dallas Cowboys Defensive End Marshawn Kneeland Found Dead After Police Chase

Kneeland was 24 years old.

Second-year Dallas Cowboys defensive player Marshawn Kneeland was discovered dead Thursday, Nov. 6, from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The team announced Kneeland’s death that day.

“It is with extreme sadness that the Dallas Cowboys share that Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away this morning. Marshawn was a beloved teammate and member of our organization. Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend, Catalina, and his family.”

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— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) November 6, 2025

Kneeland scored his first NFL touchdown after he recovered a blocked punt in the end zone in the Cowboys’ Nov. 3 loss to the Arizona Cardinals.

ESPN reported that the Frisco (Texas) Police stated Kneeland was found after they responded to a call from the Texas Department of Public Safety to assist in locating a vehicle.

According to police, the person evaded the DPS troopers as the car was being pursued around 10:39 p.m. CT on Nov. 5. The vehicle crashed on the southbound Dallas Parkway, and according to a police report, Kneeland fled the scene as officers searched with assistance from the K-9 and drone units.

Kneeland was found about three hours later. While searching for him, police officers said they received information that the defensive end “expressed suicidal ideations.”

Kneeland was selected in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft by the Cowboys out of Western Michigan University. This season, an injury kept him out of two games, but he had 15 tackles, one sack, two tackles for loss, and six quarterback hurries.

His rookie season also saw him miss six games due to a knee injury. For his first year, he recorded 17 tackles, two tackles for loss, 13 quarterback pressures, a pass breakup, and a fumble recovery.

In a statement, the NFL said it was “deeply saddened” by Kneeland’s death and that it has “offered support and counseling resources” to the Cowboys.

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by Kandiss Edwards

November 6, 2025

‘One For The Books’: Jeezy Residency Breaks Guinness World Record

Jeezy’s performance, held Nov. 1 at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, featured a 101-piece orchestra.

Jay Jenkins, also known as rapper Jeezy, broke a Guinness World Record with a Las Vegas orchestral performance.

He’s earned his Guinness World Record entry for performing with the largest orchestra ever assembled for a hip-hop concert, according to Guinness. Jeezy is a current headliner for a Las Vegas residency. The Atlanta rapper was surprised on stage at the Thug Motivation:101 Live when Guinness adjudicator Andy Glass presented the certification.

The performance, held Nov. 1 at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, featured a 101-piece orchestra arranged by Derrick Hodge and conducted by Adam Blackstone. The event also celebrated the 20th anniversary of Jeezy’s debut album, Let’s Get It: Thug Motivation 101.

In an Instagram post, Jenkins expressed his gratitude and acknowledged his place in history.

“It is always been my purpose to motivate and inspire my culture. Thank you to everyone involved for believing in my vision. Couldn’t have done it without you. This one’s for the books… literally,” he wrote.

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Guinness officials later confirmed the record on their website, noting that orchestral participation was independently verified under standard rules for ensemble size and synchronization.

Jeezy’s Las Vegas residency continues through Dec. 21. The buzz surrounding the show has led to added dates following record demand. Jeezy’s performance shows the growing demand for live-band hip-hop experiences.

Other legacy hip-hop acts have preceded him in the space. Jay-Z’s 2012 orchestral show at Carnegie Hall was one of the first instances of a hip-hop artist fusing classical instrumentation with the art form.

Nas’s symphonic tour is the latest example. The icon performed Illmatic: Live at Synovus Bank Amphitheater in Atlanta. Like Jeezy, Nas’s performance drew on deep nostalgia, charm, and beautiful string arrangements. The successful pairing of classical and hip-hop may be a way to keep the genre at the forefront. Subsequently, the merger can create a new experience for audiences who have been appreciating the original offerings for more than two decades. Only time will tell if this new companionship of sound has legs.

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by Jameelah Mullen

November 6, 2025

In This Economy? Maryland’s New Speed Cameras Could Cost You $425

Think twice before exceeding the speed limit or lending out your car.

The state of Maryland implemented a new law that may put a hefty dent in drivers’ wallets. A law that went into effect on Oct 1 introduced a new provision that beefed up speed camera fines to up to $425.

Before the law went into effect, all drivers caught on camera violating speed limits received a flat $40 fine. Fines will now depend on how fast the driver was going. Those who exceed the posted speed limit by 15 mph or more will get a $40 ticket. A driver going 16 mph to 19 mph over the limit faces a $70 fine. This increases to $120 for drivers exceeding the limit by 20 mph to 29 mph. For 30 mph to 39 mph over the limit, drivers face a $230 fine, which jumps to $425 for exceeding the posted limit by 40 mph or more.

The controversial law is introduced as the state seeks to crack down on “super speeders,” defined as drivers who exceed the speed limit by large margins and are sometimes repeat offenders. Lawmakers point out that super speeders pose a danger to the entire community.

“The math is simple; the higher the speeds, the higher the injury, whether you’re in a car, walking, or riding a bike,” Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich stated in a press release.

The camera will snap a photo of the speeding vehicle and automatically send a ticket to the registered address associated with the license plate, so drivers are most likely unaware they have a ticket until they receive it in the mail. Vehicle owners are responsible for the fines if they lend their car to someone else.

Last month, another new law took effect in the state, increasing penalties for reckless driving. Reckless driving is defined as going at least 30 miles per hour above the speed limit, meaning drivers can now be charged if they are caught going at least 30 mph over the limit.

Those accused of reckless driving can face up to 60 days in jail, a fine of up to $1,000, and six license points.

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by Sharelle B. McNair

November 6, 2025

Delta’s CEO Slammed By U.S. Reps Over AI That May Hike Flight Costs

If airlines were caught using AI to gauge prices, Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the agency would investigate.

A group of two-dozen Democratic members of Congress is getting to the bottom of Delta Air Lines’ use of generative A.I. to set ticket prices, raising consumer privacy concerns in a letter to CEO Ed Bastian, Reuters reports.

In a letter dated Nov. 5, lawmakers, including Reps. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia, (IL) Jerrold Nadler, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Dan Goldman (NY) asked Delta to disclose if its decision to use AI is to boost prices through “individualized, surveillance-based price discrimination.”

First raising the issue in July, lawmakers feel that airline’s use of AI could expose personal data or consumers’ internet usage. For example, if a potential flyer visits a resort website, the airline could identify when people want to travel most, leading to higher ticket prices.

The Democratic group is stepping in as they feel the airline didn’t properly address their initial concern. And with the government shutdown plaguing the airline industry, lawmakers feel consumers deserve answers.

“At a time when Americans are struggling to afford necessities, the airline industry is already highly concentrated, and generative AI is being deployed throughout the economy with limited transparency. This move could drive up prices for consumers and result in individualized, surveillance-based price discrimination,” the letter read, according to a press release from Garcia.

“And while Delta claims it has ‘strict safeguards to ensure compliance with federal law, it has not explained what those safeguards are, provided any meaningful transparency into its agreement with Fetcherr or the data that is being used to train the generative AI-powered algorithms, or otherwise provided evidence that it is not moving towards surveillance pricing.”

In response, the airline said “there is no fare product Delta has ever used, is testing or plans to use that targets customers with individualized offers based on personal information or otherwise.” But in early 2025, the airline announced plans to adopt a AI-based revenue management technology for 20% of its domestic network by the end of the year by working with AI pricing company Fetcherr.

Other airlines have announced plans for AI usage, but not for pricing. Luxury airline Emirates said it is using the software to predict bumpy turbulence on flights, as experts claim that climate change is increasing the likelihood of severe turbulence.

Democratic lawmakers Greg Casar and Rashida Tlaib, who also signed the letter, introduced legislation that would ban companies from using AI to set prices based on the personal data of American consumers—specifically targeting the airline industry. The letter highlighted how Delta President Glen Hauenstein previously stated the airline would use generative AI-powered pricing to guarantee airfares are tailored to “that flight, on that time, to you, the individual.”

If airlines were caught using AI to gauge prices, Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Sean Duffy said the agency would issue an investigation. “We would engage very strongly if any company tries to use AI to price their seating individually,” Duffy said.

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by Jeroslyn JoVonn

November 6, 2025

Charlamagne Urges Democrats To End Government Shutdown: ‘They Lost, It’s Over’

Charlamagne urges Democrats to end the government shutdown since health insurance premiums have already risen.

As the government shutdown continues, Charlamagne Tha God is urging Democrats to succumb to the GOP and call a truce, since health insurance premiums have already gone up.

The Breakfast Club host spoke on the radio show on Nov. 3, urging action to end the ongoing government shutdown, now the longest in U.S. history. According to Charlamagne, Democrats should meet with their Republican counterparts to end the shutdown and alleviate the impact on American families, including lost wages for federal workers and disrupted SNAP benefits for over 40 million recipients.

Citing Donald Trump’s recent “60 Minutes” interview, Charlamagne argued that Democrats appear to be fighting over healthcare issues that were already settled earlier this year upon the passing of Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill.

“The healthcare is going to go up anyway because of the ‘big beautiful bill,’ because that didn’t include the extension of the tax credits to keep the costs down,” Charlamagne said around the 4-minute mark. “So, if it’s going up anyway, what’s the point of Democrats taking the stand to keep the government still closed?”

He continued, “And the premiums are set for a year. So at this point, if the premiums have already gone up, if they’re set for a year, at least give the people some relief and get the government back open.”

Charlamagne praised Democrats for holding firm in their efforts to preserve health insurance subsidies that will help an estimated 20 million Americans avoid higher premiums. Still, he argued that the public deserves some “relief,” adding that he feels Democrats have already lost the fight.

“Democrats, you fought,” he said. “It seems like you lost the fight. At this point, you know, go on and give it up. At least give the people some relief by getting the government back open. Let these people get these SNAP benefits. Let these government workers get their checks. We don’t need all this craziness at the TSA during the holidays. Like, I think you lost … I feel like they lost. It’s over.”

During a later segment of the show, Charlamagne highlighted the challenges that everyday Americans are facing as the government shutdown approaches 40 days.

“I really don’t think people get it,” he said. “67 percent of the country is living paycheck to paycheck. People really be taking for granted the blessings that they have when they don’t have to live paycheck to paycheck.”

Negotiations between GOP and Democratic leaders continue as Democrats work to strike a deal to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Some Democratic senators, buoyed by recent election wins, are pressing to secure tangible health care gains before conceding to the GOP.

Meanwhile, the U.S. Department of Agriculture revised its SNAP reduction plan to provide more partial benefits in November, though some recipients may still see significantly reduced aid. The Trump administration also announced a 10% cut in air traffic at 40 airports—including major hubs—starting Nov. 7 if no agreement is reached, potentially affecting thousands of flights.

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by Kandiss Edwards

November 6, 2025

Girl, Bye! Megyn Kelly Weighs In On Michelle Obama’s Hair—And No One Asked Her To

The Megyn Kelly Show thought it prudent to comment on Michelle Obama’s life experiences.

Megyn Kelly has thoughts about former first lady Michelle Obama’s comments on wearing natural hair while in the White House.

During the Nov. 4 episode of The Megyn Kelly Show, Kelly thought it prudent to counter points made by Obama on a press tour for her new book, The Look.

In The Look Obama writes about feeling pressure to straighten her hair to meet public expectations.

“As women of color, the way our hair naturally grows out of our head is beautiful, but if we struggle to make it look like the standard, that means we are spending thousands of hours and lots of money straightening out what is naturally curly hair,” Obama said. “And that takes time out of your life. It costs money.”

Michelle Obama describes the struggle many women of color face

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Kelly countered on air, calling Obama’s perspective “bull—”

With no clue about the Black experience, Kelly took the “All lives matter” approach in her retort. She believes the issue of hair is universal.

“Black women can walk around with whatever hair they want.” She added, “Virtually every woman I know spends a ton of time on her hair and wants it to look better than God made it. It’s not a Black thing. It’s a human thing, and it’s especially a woman thing.”

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To Black women and others who cared to embrace the nuance of the conversation, Obama’s point was clear. As the first Black first lady, she faced increased public scrutiny.

Legislation such as the Crown Act exists to expressly combat discrimination based on one’s hair, which is proven to occur. The Crown Act bans hair-based discrimination in workplaces and schools.

Obama’s The Look was released on Oct. 29. In the book, she revisits her fashion choices as symbols of visibility and resilience.

“It became clear that I was being held to a very different standard,” she writes. “Yet the upside was the number of women who told me they felt more comfortable showing their arms after seeing me in these dresses or tops.”

Kelly’s remarks only further Obama’s point. Long after the first lady has left the White House, her public image remains a topic of discussion.