A 22-year-old woman alleges that she was raped in the shared apartment of Cleveland Brown’s players, David Njoku and Rashard Higgins. Although the two #NFL athletes are not involved in the accusation, they were questioned by police regarding the involvement of their mutual friend and the accused, Kashwayne Nelson. According …
Read More »Super Bowl Champion and Former “Black-Ish” Writer Charged With Insider Trading; Facing “Substantial Prison Time”
On Wednesday, Cleveland Browns linebacker and 2017 Super Bowl Champion Mychal Kendricks was charged with insider trading, alongside former “Black-ish” writer, Damilare Sonoiki. According ESPN, Kendricks was slapped with federal charges for scamming $1.2 million in illegal profits on four major investments with the help of Sonoiki and his previous …
Read More »Florida’s GOP Gubernatorial Nominee Says A Vote For His Black Opponent Would “Monkey This Up”
On Wednesday, after securing a win in the Florida Republican gubernatorial primary, Donald Trump-backed GOP candidate, Ron DeSantis, let his racist flag fly in a controversial attack on his African-American opponent. Just one day prior, Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum made history in becoming the first black Democratic gubernatorial candidate in …
Read More »Matt Barnes Wants Derek Fisher To Stay Out of His Legal Battle With His Ex-Wife, After Fisher Releases Their Private Text Messages
Last week, Derek Fisher filed docs in his girlfriend’s legal battle with her ex-husband, former NBA star Matt Barnes, revealing private text messages to prove her claim of defamation and dishonesty against him. But now, according to the Blast, Barnes wants Fisher to stay out of his business. In new …
Read More »Doja Cat Is Already Under Fire: Old Tweets Resurface Of Her Using Derogatory Slang In 2015
The newest viral sensation, Doja Cat, has been getting crazy attention since she dropped her newest video, #Mooo. In the internet’s usual fashion, old tweets were uncovered of Doja using some terminology some would find pretty offensive. In a tweet from July 20, 2015, Miss Cat called #TylerTheCreator and #EarlSweatshirt …
Read More »In Honor of Michael Jackson’s 60th Birthday, Here Are Six of His Most Influential Songs
Today the world celebrates the 60th Birthday of The King of Pop, Michael Joseph Jackson. The Diamond Year. Even Mark Ronson has released a “Diamonds Are Invincible” remix today in honor of Jackson’s milestone birthday. But here at Baller Alert, we’re going to remember M.J. by taking a short trip …
Read More »Former Young Money Rapper Tyga Files $1 Million Lawsuit Against Lil Wayne and Birdman For Unpaid Royalties
Less than a week since the public reconciliation between Lil Wayne and Birdman, former Young Money rapper Tyga is seeking to collect unsettled dues from the pair. According to TMZ, Tyga has filed a lawsuit against both Birdman’s label, Cash Money, and Weezy’s label, Young Money, over unpaid royalties. In …
Read More »Kanye West Responds to Rumor About His Role In Pusha-T and Drake Beef: “Don’t Even Pull Me Into That Type Of Conversation”
On Wednesday morning, Kanye West visited his hometown of Chicago to chop it up with the local team at 107.5 WGCI Morning Show. In the interview, West clarified a few rumors attached to his name, including those concerning the infamous rap beef between Drake and Pusha T. In July, producer …
Read More »Andrew Gillum, Florida’s First Black Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate, Wins Democratic Nomination For Florida Governor
A huge congratulations is in order for Tallahassee Mayor, Andrew Gillum, as it’s been announced he has won Democratic nomination to run for Florida Governor. Gillum, the first black Democratic gubernatorial candidate in Florida history, won the primary with 34 percent of the vote, according the Associated Press, who projected …
Read More »Lauryn Hill Responds To Accusations Of Stealing Music For “The Miseducation” Album
Missing shows, reported lack-luster performances, behind the scenes drama, it seems like the last few years have been rough for Lauryn Hill. Now, add on an accusation of stealing music. Jazz musician, Robert Glasper, claims that Lauryn “stole music” for her classic 1998 album “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.” The …
Read More »No Charges Filed Against Arizona Police Officers For Beating Black Man On Camera
Are we surprised? Mesa, Arizona Police are not being charged for the beating of Robert Johnson earlier this year. According to #FoxNews, The #Scottsdale Police Department issued a statement saying that investigators determined “the use of force was legally authorized and justified” by #Mesa police under state law. Will Biascoechea, …
Read More »Safaree and His Eggplant Land Seven Figure Deal With Sex Toy Maker
Earlier this month, Safaree linked up with #BallerAlert to discuss his recent accomplishments, Twitter feuds, and his biggest moment of the year, which turned out to be the release of his d*ck pic.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ “I think my biggest moment was when my D pic leaked,” he said. “That helped me out …
Read More »Jhene Aiko Accuses Ex-Manager Of Trying To Exploit Her Image For His Own Personal Gain
Back in March, Jhené Aiko was slapped with a lawsuit for allegedly stiffing her former tour manager out of more than $50,000 in expenses. In the suit, according to The Blast, Joshua Williams claimed Aiko insisted he use his personal credit card to foot the bill for a slew of …
Read More »“Black Ink Crew: Chicago,” Star Van Johnson Says He’s Been Threatened Over His “CHICAGorilla” Clothing Line
Back in June, Van Johnson of “Black In Crew: Chicago” released his Chicago-based fashion line, Chicagorilla, and filmed the launch for the popular show. However, one month later, Viacom received a legal letter from two brothers, who claimed to own the rights to the logo design. In the letter, Faheem …
Read More »Beyoncé and Jay Z Announce $1 Million Dollar Scholarship Awarded To “Exceptional” High School Seniors
Beyoncé and JayZ have been super busy this summer with the #OTR II Tour, but not too busy to make sure the money they receive goes back into the community. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Between The BeyGOOD Initiative and The Shawn Carter Foundation, the two will award a $100,000 to “one exceptional senior high …
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