Just days after 14-year-old football phenom, Jaylon McKenzie was struck and killed by a stray bullet outside a party in Illinois, NFL star Ezekiel Elliott has vowed to cover funeral expenses of the slain football prodigy.  According to multiple reports, upon learning the news of the Belleville native, Elliott, who …

Just hours after news surfaced of R. Kelly’s vacated judgment in his sexual abuse civil suit, the self-proclaimed Pied Piper has also cleared his name in his child support case with ex-wife, Andrea Kelly.  On Wednesday, the Chicago-bred singer took to Cook County court to hand over the remaining balance …

“Power” stars 50 Cent and La La Anthony are joining forces for a brand new series at their home premium cable network, Starz. According to Deadline, the rapper-turned-actor and television producer will work behind the scenes, in collaboration with his G-Unit Films and Television and Anthony, on the new contemporary …

Just weeks after R. Kelly’s accuser won a default judgment in her criminal complaint against the singer, a judge has decided to vacate the original ruling, giving Kelly one last chance to defend himself. Late last month, a judge ruled in favor of the victim, Heather Williams, after Kelly failed …

The Baller Alert Show, featuring your lifestyle specialist Kenny Burns, with Ferrari Simmons and Su Solo, kicked off its 69th episode with a recap of the hottest topics and current events from the previous week. In case you missed it, the hosts opened the show with birthday shoutouts to Meek …

Back in 2011, Common released his New York Times bestselling memoir, “One Day It’ll All Make Sense, in which he detailed his journey growing up in the South Side of Chicago. But now, just eight years later, Common is back with a follow up to help others “understand what it …

Just hours after reports surfaced of Kim Kardashian’s successful efforts to release nonviolent inmates, Oxygen has announced a new collaboration with the socialite in honor of her new passion.  According to the Hollywood Reporter, the NBCUniversal-owned cable network has teamed up with Kardashian, Mark Wahlberg, and Ice-T to produce three …

Burger King is facing major backlash after debuting its new “Real Meals” for Mental Health Awareness Month. May is the month we highlight mental health awareness, and this week Burger King used its platform to take a shot at its longtime rival McDonalds while simultaneously promoting healthy minds with its …

On Tuesday, rapper, actor, author and philanthropist, Common, checked in with Baller Alert to promote his new book, “Let Love Have The Last Word.” Amid the conversation, the Chicago-bred activist opened up about his relationship with our Forever First Lady Michelle Obama and divulged her advice about one of the …

R. Kelly stood before the court on Tuesday, as his legal team fought to challenge the authenticity of a sex tape brought forth by the controversial attorney, Michael Avenatti.  In the hearing, Kelly’s attorneys called the relationship between Avenatti and Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx, both of whom are …

Over the last few months, Kim Kardashian has made it her mission to use her money, power, and privilege to help free nonviolent inmates serving long, harsh sentences for low-level drug offenses. While some of Kardashian’s efforts have been publicized, including the recent release of Jeffrey Stringer in Florida, Cyntoia …

Back in 2017, Ice Cube announced the fourth sequel to his 1995 cult classic, “Friday.”  “We’re working on one right now,” Cube said at the time. Although, Cube failed to provide extensive details about the forthcoming film, he revealed the working title of the final sequel. “We’re gonna call it …

Kevin Hunter is demanding he receives spousal support in divorce from talk show host Wendy Williams. Williams filed for divorce from her estranged husband Kevin Hunter back in April, and now Hunter has responded to the divorce petition requesting spousal support as well as child support for their 18-year-old son. …

Los Angeles Lakers Star Lonzo Ball had to juggle a lot in his first few years in the NBA, between his mother’s stroke and recovery, his daughter’s arrival, his father’s Big Baller Brand and his multi-million dollar fortune. During that time, family friend, co-founder of BBB and Ball Family business …

Last week, Fox announced the sixth season renewal for its hit series, “Empire.” However, amid the ongoing legal battle between Jussie Smollett and the City of Chicago, the network decided to move on without its star.  “By mutual agreement, the studio has negotiated an extension to Jussie Smollett’s option for …

As Steve Harvey continues to dominate in his respective positions, in television and radio, a new report suggests there may be trouble in Harvey’s personal life.  In fact, according to @bossipofficial, Harvey’s personal business may be revealed in a new memoir written by his wife’s ex-husband and former drug kingpin, …

Actor Michael Ealy has been highly sought after in movies and tv for many years. And in one of the rare instances he had to turn down a role, it was for none other than Queen Bey herself.  Michael appeared on the E! show ‘Busy Tonight’ to promote his new …

David Eason has been known to be hot-tempered and crass, which is why producers of the MTV show decided to no longer film with him. However,  his alleged most recent violent outburst is just unspeakable. The father of the couples’ two-year-old, Ensley, apparently took matters into his own hands when he …

BlocBoy JB has been arrested on a slew of criminal charges, including possession of a handgun as a convicted felon.  On Friday, the Memphis rapper was booked for speeding, possession of marijuana possession of drug paraphernalia, in addition to the gun charge. According to local news, Shelby County police say …

Nearly two years after Usher was accused of exposing a woman to herpes in a $20 million lawsuit, the victim, Laura Helm, has filed to dismiss her case. In court documents obtained TMZ, Helm filed to dismiss her suit, claiming the two had reached “an amicable resolution.” Although further details …