R. Kelly’s Latest $500K Royalty Check to Pay Off Current Restitution Bill

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R. Kelly will soon be wrapped up with his current restitution bill. Following his high profile criminal cases, Kelly still owed $506,950.26 to his victims. His next royalty check will cover the bill.

According to TMZ, Universal Music Group’s upcoming payout to R. Kelly would be 567,444.19, more than enough to cover his remaining bill. Before the remainder would make its way elsewhere, UMG will now direct a check to his restitution.

Last month, R. Kelly called out his longtime friend being blocked from visiting him at FCI Butner prison. Kelly states his friend and former business manager Derrel McDavid attempted to visit him, but the warden would not allow it.

McDavid was a co-defendant with R. Kelly in his Illinois criminal case. The charge they jointly faced was dismissed.

According to Radar Online, McDavid was accused of coordinating hush money payments before the 2008 trial.

A motion filed in court reads, “Mr. McDavid and Mr. Kelly have maintained a longstanding friendship and business relationship spanning decades before Mr. Kelly’s incarceration.”

The warden declined the visit stating McDavid was a co-defendant. Representatives for Kelly added, “FCI Butner’s denial of visitation was inconsistent with Bureau of Prison (“BOP”) regulations and policies, patently unreasonable, and advanced no legitimate penological interest.”

He added, “FCI Butner’s determination is patently unreasonable, capricious, and inconsistent with the directives and policies of the federal regulations. There is absolutely no risk—let alone a reasonable one—that a visitation by Mr. McDavid would create a threat to the security and good order of the FCI Butner.”

Previously, audio from prison has R. Kelly referencing the harsh conditions of his prison. In the audio, Kelly stated he deserves to die of natural causes. The singer is reportedly battling blood clots in his legs.

“I don’t deserve to die because somebody miscommunicated or somebody took a guess at what’s going on with my leg. I’m not supposed to die this way,” R. Kelly said. “You’re not even supposed to take a chance on that.”

He added, “And that’s why I’m speaking out on this because I’m scared for my life in that area. And who wouldn’t be? They treat animals better than that.”

READ MORE: Timbaland Says R. Kelly Is Still The ‘King Of R&B’ Despite Sex-Trafficking Conviction

One of R. Kelly’s victims, Faith Rodgers, who accused the singer of failing to disclose a sexually transmitted disease before sleeping with her, is demanding the jailed singer turn over medical information. Back in 2018, Rodgers sued the convicted singer in New York court. In her lawsuit, Rodgers said she met Kelly in 2017 after one of his shows in Texas. She was 19-years old at the time.

READ MORE: R. Kelly’s Legal Team Appeals NY Conviction, Looking for Reverse or New Trial

According to court documents obtained by RadarOnline.com, Rogers, who sued Kelly in 2018, asked a judge to help her obtain the information.

The victim wants Kelly to answer questions under oath about the date they met and how often they engaged in sexual relations. Further, she wants him to turn over a list of any financial institutions he has accounts in.

Rodgers also wants him to make a list of all credit cards he used from 2017 to 2019. The victim’s list of demands asks Kelly to state all the names of any medical professionals he used, state each and every hospital or clinic that he was a patient of from January 2017 to January 2019.

Further, she asked Kelly to admit he failed to tell her about his STD before having sex with her and that he forced her to engage in sexual acts without her consent.

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Sha’Carri Richardson Dashes By Media Only Stopping For Black Journalist After Winning World Title

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Richardson was in Hungary for the World Athletic Championships where she won a gold medal in spectacular fashion in the women’s 100-meter final in record time for the event. She raced past her opponents for a World Athletic Championships best time of 10.65 seconds.
Richardson is shown toward the end of the sprint waving her hand toward the crowd in acknowledgment that she was about to win.

In a video posted to social media alleged that Richardson only spoke with a Black reporter before walking past a group of other members of the media and simply telling them, “No, thank you.”

Many users on social media accounts posted the video accompanied by the following message:

Sha’Carri didn’t stop to talk to ANY of the media, saying, “No, thank you!” She ONLY stopped to talk to these black journalists!

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Sheriff Resigns After Groping Judge Hatchett: Receives One Year Probation

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Last year Bleckley County Sheriff Kris Coody was charged with sexual battery after grouping Judge Glenda Hatchett at a sheriffs convention.

According to reports Kris Coody pled guilty to a misdemeanor charge of sexual battery and was given one year of probation, a $500 fine, and sentenced to 400 hours of community service. Coody was also sentenced to a psychosexual evaluation and alcohol and drug course. The six year vet submitted his resignation after his guilty plea.

Channel 2′s Cobb County Bureau Chief Michele Newell spoke to Thomas Brown, the former sheriff of DeKalb County, who is listed as a witness to the incident.

Brown said he’s not just a witness, but had to physically intervene.

Brown said that remembering that day brings back many unsettling feelings.

He also said that Hatchett was his guest at the conference, and that Coody groped Hatchett as he was introducing her to sheriffs at the Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Bar.

Brown said three sheriffs came to the standup table, including Coody and the president of the Georgia Sheriff’s Association. Brown said he turned his head away from Coody and Hatchett as they were talking.

“As I turned to my left to focus back on the two of them, I saw his hand go down on her left breast,” Brown said. “I grabbed his arm threw it off of her chest and basically said, ‘What are you (adjective) think you’re doing?’ and that’s basically where it ended.”

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Rihanna ‘Feels Her Family is Now Complete’ Following Birth of Second Child

A$AP Rocky Seen Cheering Rihanna During 2023 Oscars Performance

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are officially parents of two. According to TMZ, Rihanna gave birth on Aug. 3 in Los Angeles. A name is currently unknown, but it does start with an R and is a boy.

A source close to Rihanna confirmed the birth to PEOPLE, stating Rihanna now feels her family is complete. “Rihanna feels her family is now complete” and “it’s something she’s always wanted.”

“She loves being a mom, so this is where her mind is at the moment,” the source added.

In July, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky continued to give parenting goals. The two were in Barbados, and Rihanna shared an image of Rocky holding their son, RZA.

In the picture, Rocky lifts RZA in the sky. She captioned the post “my Bajan boyz.”

Rihanna revealed her second pregnancy while performing for the Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show. A baby bump poked through Rihanna’s red jumpsuit as she performed classics like “Umbrella,” “Diamonds,” and more. A rep for Rihanna confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter that she is pregnant. Speaking with NFL Network analyst Nate Burleson, Rihanna teased a surprise appearance during her performance. That appearance was her new baby.

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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Reportedly Welcomed Second Baby Boy Earlier This Month

A$AP Rocky Seen Cheering Rihanna During 2023 Oscars Performance

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are officially parents of two. According to TMZ, Rihanna gave birth on Aug. 3 in Los Angeles. A name is currently unknown, but it does start with an R and is a boy.

Earlier this month, Rihanna and her first son RZA starred in the new maternity capsule campaign for Savage X Fenty. The collection includes the Savage Not Sorry Lace Maternity Bralette, the Savage X Cotton Maternity Bralette, and the Floral Lace Maternity Bralette. Additionally, there is a “MAKE MORE BABIES” t-shirt.

Rihanna also strolled down memory lane, dropping a collection of images from her first pregnancy, which she calls “Rub on ya titties.”

in honor of my first pregnancy, embracing motherhood like a g, and the magic that this body made! Baby RZA… he in there not having a clue how nuts his mama is, or how obsessed he was bout to make me #maternityshoot2022 #tobecontinued

– Rihanna

In July, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky continued to give parenting goals. The two were in Barbados, and Rihanna shared an image of Rocky holding their son, RZA.

In the picture, Rocky lifts RZA in the sky. She captioned the post “my Bajan boyz.”

Rihanna revealed her second pregnancy while performing for the Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show. A baby bump poked through Rihanna’s red jumpsuit as she performed classics like “Umbrella,” “Diamonds,” and more. A rep for Rihanna confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter that she is pregnant. Speaking with NFL Network analyst Nate Burleson, Rihanna teased a surprise appearance during her performance. That appearance was her new baby.

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Gunplay’s Wife Files for Divorce Following His Arrest

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Over the weekend Love and Hip Hop Miami star/rapper Gunplay was arrested for pointing a gun at his wife, VonShaé, while she was holding their infant daughter. Social media users were surprised at the arrest considering Gunplay had a huge meltdown with radio personality DJ Envy over him allegedly disrespecting his wife.

Now Vonshaé has filed for divorce.

She posted a message to her Instagram page announcing the reason for her decision.

I just want everyone to know my daughter and I are safe. My daughter safety is my first priority.
Unfortunately Richard is back using and developed a very bad drinking problem. I’ve tried everything in my power to help him and love him.
This is a demon he has to overcome on his own.
At this point I really believe it’s too late. To summarize last night event. I asked Richard to quiet down as he scared the baby sleeping by yelling playing call of duty. He started going off on me for asking him to be quiet. I tried to collect a bag so my daughter and I can go to a room while he sobers up. He didn’t want us to leave and things went left fast. He was arrested last night, the weapon is in police custody. I have a restraining order, my daughter is in my custody and I am filing for divorce. He will never get the chance to disrespect us again. Thank you all for the well wishes and prayers. This is a very traumatizing experience please keep me in your prayers.

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Aoki Lee Simmons Crops Her Father Russell Simmons Out Of Birthday Post

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Aoki Lee Simmons, the youngest daughter of Russell Simmons has had a tumultuous relationship with her dad just cropped him outof a photo he posted on Instagram. 

Aoki just turned 21 years old and shared a series of pictures on Instagram marking her milestone birthday.In a post dedicated to Aoki, Russell shared one of the pictures his daughter shared, except he was in the picture posted on his own page, but not on the one posted on Aoki’s. Swipe below.

Fans noticed the cropped photo and wondered if the father/daughter duo is still on bad terms after their public spat. Aoki’s mother Kimora Lee jumped in to defend her children on Instagram live.

In his tribute posted on instagram, Russell wrote:

Dearest @aokileesimmons

on the eve of your 21st birthday …i want to send u all of my love ..This morning i was reflecting on all of the mornings that we meditated together and then went to school i thought of how i would catch u with your eyes open .:and how u mother would come in and give u a stern look after which u would sit stiller and go deeper this was a team effort what an amazing job she did .:for sure you are greater and more perfect then i could have hoped for You are smart thoughtful ,grown and very ready to face this next chapter of your life im so proud of you and Iam amazed at all you do and have become .:Remember to remember this .:im here .|iam always here and i will tell you this again .:/you are safe, and you have nothing to prove or live up to ALL is in perfect order so rest in Gods perfection and make your happiness your priority IM ALWAYS HERE UNCONDITIONALLY YOUR LOVING DAD

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Georgia Teacher Fired for Reading Gender Identity Book To Fifth-Grade Students

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A Georgia teacher was fired for reading a book about gender identity to her fifth-grade class.

The Cobb County School Board voted 4-3 on Thursday night to fire fifth-grade teacher Katie Rinderle over the book “My Shadow is Purple” which she purchased at the school’s book fair.

Rinderle had been on paid leave until the school board made its decision. Her dismissal is effective immediately, 11 Alive News reported.

Rinderle read the book to her fifth-grade students, ages 9 and 10, at Due West Elementary school in March.

She said her students chose the book from several options for her to read – even though they are old enough to read.

“My Shadow is Purple” features a non-binary boy character whose “shadow” wears a dress. The book focuses on challenging society’s gender norms.

After reading to her class, Rinderle and the students discussed the book’s subject.

“That’s what our conversation was really focusing on … the power of not only embracing your unique differences and abilities, but then valuing those in others and learning from those,” Rinderle said in a video from the Southern Poverty Law Center.

Less than a month after giving her students an assignment on gender identity, a parent complained to the Cobb County School District.

The school district said her choice of book violated Georgia’s Divisive Concepts Law, which was passed in 2022. The law gives parents more control over what’s taught in the classroom.

Rinderle’s attorney, Craig Goodmark, said teachers statewide don’t know what’s legal under the new law.

“The legislature has teachers in fear for their jobs, they don’t know what they can say and what they can’t say,” he told 11 Alive News.

“It’s impossible for a teacher to know what’s in the minds of parents when she starts her lesson,” he added.

“And for parents to be able, with a political agenda from outside the classroom, to come in and have a teacher fired, is simply unfair, it’s not right, and it’s terrible for Georgia’s education system.”

Rinderle’s termination hearing was held on Aug. 10. A disciplinary panel recommended that she keep her job. But the Cobb County School District rejected their recommendation, according to Fox 5 News.

Goodmark said he and a teacher’s union will consider appealing the termination and/or filing a wrongful termination lawsuit.

He added that Rinderle’s teacher’s license is not affected and she could go to work for another school district.

Watch the video below.

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ICYMI: Afribembé Festival 2023 Recap

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At the intersection of Black August and Hip Hip 50, The Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute (CCCADI), in partnership with the Friends of Art Park Alliance (FAPA) hosted its 5th Annual AFRIBEMBÉ FESTIVAL: Black to the Future! last weekend.

A celebration of music, culture, and Black liberation, the daylong festival of Pan-African artistry, expression, and intergenerational exchange, was held at the Harlem Art Park and on E 120th Street between Lexington and Third Avenues.

CCCADI’s 5th annual AFRIBEMBÉ FESTIVAL harnessed the power of its theme, Black to the Future, to elevate Afrofuturism from a global Diasporic lens with Africa at the center with more than 1000 community members in attendance. 

This AFRIBEMBÉ made a special call to remember that our ancestors consistently pushed toward creating a future that stretched beyond the reality of their present. 

AFRIBEMBÉ’s featured artists and DJ lineup utilized global Diasporic rhythms and sounds to move festivalgoers through statements of Black identity, agency, and freedom. Featured artists that graced the Bembé Stage included Grammy-nominated Cuban percussionist Pedrito Martinez (presented in partnership with National Jazz Museum in Harlem), Combo Chimbita, Chimurenga Renaissance, Imani Uzuri, Asase Yaa Youth Ensemble, Chief Awosánmí Sékou Alájéand DJ Bembona. Rasu Jilani served as the event’s MC.

Through artivism activities in the Family Village, the SoulFull Food Plaza, and the Ujamaa Marketplace, AFRIBEMBÉ’s intention was to inspire the community to envision and create a liberated future for the entire African Diaspora.

Bembé is an African word carried throughout the Diaspora with various meanings. From drumming to rhythm to party, we use the word Bembé as one of the terms that connect our Diaspora together in music, joy, and community.

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Lizzo’s Current Dancers Stand In Solidarity With The Singer

Lizzo Announces New Single "Rumors" for August 13

Last month, several of pop star Lizzo’s former dancers filed a lawsuit against her claiming they were sexually harassed and working under hostile conditions. Explicit stories of events had fans wondering if the rumors were true. Now, Lizzo’s current dancers speak up in support. In a heartwarming letter posted on Instagram they wrote:

“We have been so honored to share the stage with such amazing talent. The commitment to character and culture taking precedence over every movement and moment has been one of the Greatest lessons and Blessings that we could possibly ask for,” the post said.

“THANK YOU to Lizzo for shattering limitations and kicking in the door way for the Big Grrrl & Big Boiii Dancers to do what we love! You have created a platform where we have been able to parallel our Passion with a purpose!” it continued.

Ron Zambrano, the attorney representing the former dancers who filed the lawsuit, responded in a statement Friday saying it was “understandable that current employees would gush about her. They want to keep their jobs and maintain access to her global celebrity. But the comments change nothing about the allegations in the lawsuit.”

Zambrano said his firm has heard from at least 10 former Lizzo employees who’ve come forward with similar stories of abuse and harassment about the singer since the suit was filed Aug. 1.

“Some of them will certainly be actionable,” he said. “Lizzo’s job now is to try to do everything she can to limit the damage to her brand and save her career. Our job is to vigorously litigate this case on behalf of the plaintiffs based on the facts and we’re confident the truth will prevail over the spin.”

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