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JAY-Z Takes Legal Action Against Kansas City Police Amid Alleged “Abuse And Misconduct” Investigation

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JAY-Z and his Team Roc initiative are taking legal action against the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department after helping fund an investigation into wrongful convictions in the county back in 2021. The organization says the department has failed to follow through on a public records request issued they issued in November 2023 while looking into the “longstanding” pattern of alleged “abuse and misconduct.” In the new lawsuit, Team Roc writes that the KCKPD has been “stonewall[ing] plaintiffs for almost a year… Defendants have produced zero documents relating to any complaint or investigation into even a single instance of misconduct by any member of the KCKPD.”

The lawsuit continues: “Kansas City residents have suffered enormously as a result of KCKPD abuses. Some have been framed for crimes they did not commit; some have been coerced into providing false testimony; some have been sexually assaulted; some have endured brutal beatings; and some have even been killed. Rather than promoting a culture of transparency and accountability, the KCKPD has a long history of turning a blind eye to, at best, and even covering up, if not worse, abusive and/or corrupt conduct by its officers.”

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JAY-Z Speaks At The 66th Grammy Awards

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 04: (LR) Honoree Jay-Z accepts the Dr. Dre. Global Impact Award onstage during the 66th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 04, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

Operating under the Kansas Open Records Act, Team Roc says it paid out $2,200 in fees to get access to the public records. Of the 225 documents that authorities have provided, they allegedly amount to mostly personnel locator records and training materials not directly related to the complaints of misconduct.

“This filing is because human beings with badges have betrayed the public’s trust … That type of behavior must be held to a standard,” Team Roc’s managing director, Dania Diaz said during an interview with NBC News. Check out Team Roc’s announcement regarding the lawsuit below.

 
 
 
 
 
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Travis Kelce And Brother Jason Address Kansas City Chiefs Parada Shooting

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Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs were looking to celebrate their Super Bowl last Wednesday in Kansas City. They got to do this with their parade that goes across the city. At the end of the parade, the team had a speech on a stage and it was all supposed to be celebratory. However, things got out of hand when shots rang off. Numerous people were shot and one person was killed. Overall, it was truly a tragic event and it had many in the community reeling. Even now, people are looking for answers as to what happened.

Furthermore, some fans have been waiting for the team’s stars to speak out on what went down. Travis Kelce is one of them. Well, on Monday, he and his brother released a clip from New Heights in which they discuss everything that went down. You can tell that Travis and Jason were pretty shaken up about the whole thing. However, Jason was impressed with the resiliency of the people in the city.  “One of the things that’s evident is how much Kansas City is coming together and rallying around the people that have been affected by this,” he said.

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Travis Kelce Breaks His Silence

Furthermore, the two brothers noted that it would be good to donate to the victim’s fund. Overall, that money will do a great deal for the families that have been affected. Travis also went on to thank the fans in Kansas City, noting that they will be back stronger than ever. “92%ers, we appreciate you. Kansas City and Chiefs Kingdom, we love you guys. We’re with you guys and we’ll see you guys soon,” the tight end explained.

Hopefully, the people of Kansas City will be able to continue rallying over all of this. Let us know what you think of everything that has transpired, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sports world. We will be sure to keep you informed on all of your favorite athletes.

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Chiefs Super Bowl Parade Shooting: Police Highlight “Dispute” That May Have Lead To Gunfire

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Police in Kansas City have pointed to a “multi-party dispute” as the potential cause of the mass shooting that broke out at the Chiefs’ Super Bowl Parade yesterday. Three individuals, including two minors, are currently in custody and are being questioned about the shooting. Furthermore, firearms were recovered from the scene. “We are working to determine the involvement of others. And it should be noted we have recovered several firearms. This incident is still a very active investigation,” Police Chief Stacey Graves said at a news conference.

More information is also emerging about the fallout of the incident. One person died and 22 were injured, including 11 children. The local fire chief said that eight people were critically injured and seven were in serious condition. However, Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas, who was in attendance, said there were no plans to cancel the upcoming St. Patrick’s Parade. “We have parades all the time. I don’t think they’ll end. Certainly, we recognized the public safety challenges and issues that relate to them,” Lucas said.

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Chiefs Parade Fatality Named As Local Radio Host

Meanwhile, Lisa Lopez-Galvan has been named as the lone fatality of the mass shooting. Lopez-Galvan was killed after three individuals opened fire on crowds congregated outside Kansas City’s Union Station. 21 others were injured, including 11 children. “It is with sincere sadness and an extremely heavy and broken heart that we let our community know that KKFI DJ Lisa Lopez, host of Taste of Tejano lost her life today in the shooting at the KC Chiefs’ rally. Our hearts and prayers are with her family. This senseless act has taken a beautiful person from her family and this KC Community,” wrote Lopez-Galvan’s employer wrote in a statement.

Fans were able to apprehend at least one of the suspects as they tried to flee the scene on foot. Social media users were quick to applaud the bravery of the fans. However, others derided police officers seen refusing to assist in videos posted to social media. The details of the shooting remain a developing story.

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Travis Kelce And Taylor Swift Party Until 2AM To Celebrate Singer’s Birthday

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Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift were out until 2am Monday morning to celebrate the singer’s 34th birthday a few days ahead of time. The duo were joined by Kelce’s mom Donna as well as Patrick & Brittany Mahomes. At the end of the night, Kelce opted to leave his Rolls-Royce at the venue. Instead, he traveled home with Swift in her white security van.

However, not everyone is as happy as the couple was during their party. The wild night out came just a few hours after the Chiefs lost 20-17 to the Bills. For some fans, it is not a good look for their QB and star tight end to be out partying after a tough loss. This is especially the case given that the Chiefs have now lost two in a row and dropped three of their last four. However, the loss didn’t appear to put a damper on the party, which was held at the Main Street Christmas Bar. The Chiefs will have a chance to bounce back against the hapless New England Patriots this weekend.

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Travis Kelce Alludes To Special Plans For Taylor Swift’s Birthday

However, it appears that the best is yet to come for Swift’s birthday. Last week, Kelce revealed he had put together some special plans for the occasion. “He’s arranged a very intimate, romantic dinner just for the two of them. He is also trying to pull off a semi-surprise party with the help of some of her closest friends,” sources told Page Six. It’s the likely the “surprise party” was the weekend event.

The news came around the same time that a new record was set for the sale of game-worn Kelce merchandise. A jersey worn by Travis Kelce during a 2019 game in Mexico City was sold at auction for $37K. “This is an all-time record for a Travis Kelce game-used item. He has always been popular but the success of the Chiefs, as well as the publicity he’s gotten around his relationship with Taylor Swift, has added to his popularity and awareness among collectors,” Goldin Auctions owner Ken Goldin told TMZ.

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Taylor Swift Supports Travis Kelce By Returning To Kansas City

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have been going strong as of late. Overall, these two are an unlikely couple. However, Travis was very much determined to make it happen. Now, they are a huge power couple that everyone’s attention is on. Kelce has brought Swift to a couple of Kansas City Chiefs games. Meanwhile, he actually went all the way to Argentina to watch her perform. Needless to say, these two are smitten with one another. They are having a lot of fun, and it has been cool to watch that love blossom.

Last week, the Kansas City Chiefs played against the Philadelphia Eagles before going up against the Las Vegas Raiders. In the end, Taylor Swift was not at any of the games. This is because she was performing in Brazil. Overall, it was a difficult run for her as a fan died at one of her shows. As for Travis, he was photographed looking lonesome amid her absence. Well, according to TMZ, it seems like both have a reason to smile now.

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 15: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have dinner at Waverly Inn on October 15, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Gotham/GC Images)

As it turns out, Taylor is officially back in Kansas City. We imagine she is there to spend time with Travis Kelce, while also watching some of his upcoming games. If you have been following the Chiefs season, you would know that she has been a major good luck charm. Now that she is back in the city, that could spell major trouble for the rest of the league. It could also mean that Kelce will be delivering some huge numbers, very soon.

Let us know your thoughts on this new celebrity couple, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sports world. We will always keep you informed on your favorite athletes and personalities, and even couples, on occasion.

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Taylor Swift Acknowledges Travis Kelce’s Record-Breaking Achievement

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In a touchdown-worthy moment off the field, Taylor Swift showcased her unwavering support for her beau, Travis Kelce. Recently, he broke another impressive record during the Kansas City Chiefs’ away game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday (Nov. 26). Although Swift wasn’t physically present at the game, she made her virtual presence felt by liking an Instagram post that celebrated Kelce’s latest feat. Travis Kelce, adding another accolade to his already illustrious career, solidified his status as the fourth and fastest tight end to amass an impressive 11,000 total receiving yards. What’s more, he etched his name in Chiefs’ franchise history as the sole player to achieve this milestone.

Swifties and football enthusiasts alike went into a frenzy when they noticed Taylor Swift’s digital nod to her beau’s accomplishments. Fans flooded the comment section with witty remarks, with one playful observer joking, “Taylor is coming to claim her man!” The lighthearted comment sparked a wave of enthusiasm, amplifying the excitement surrounding the power couple.

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A dedicated Chiefs supporter took to the platform to highlight the significance of Taylor Swift’s virtual endorsement, exclaiming, “HERE BC TAYLOR LIKED IT.” The acknowledgment underscored the intersection of pop culture and sports, demonstrating the widespread appeal and influence of both Kelce and Swift in their respective realms. “Woohoo Travis! Hopefully you can celebrate with Taylor in a few days. She’s had a few rough ones,” another person commented.

This isn’t the first time Taylor Swift has taken to social media to celebrate Kelce’s achievements. In an earlier post, the 33-year-old pop sensation “hearted” a message recognizing Kelce as the all-time leading receiver in Chiefs history. Even as Swift was captivating audiences during the final leg of her Eras Tour in São Paulo, Brazil, she made sure to carve out a moment to digitally cheer on her partner, creating a perfect harmony between love, music, and football in the world of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.

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Mariah Carey & Nick Cannon’s Son Moroccan Makes Rap Debut At Kansas City Tour Stop

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12-year-old Moroccan Scott, the son of Mariah Carey & Nick Cannon, has made his live rap debut. Moroccan appeared on stage in Kansas City alongside his mother on her “Merry Christmas One And All” Tour. Moroccan dropped some solid bars as his mom nodded along approvingly beside him. With Carey as his mom and Cannon as his dad, it makes sense that Moroccan would have inherited some musical talent.

Of course, as November becomes December, it has become Carey’s time to shine. Many memes have been made about how she has unthawed and is preparing to bombard the world with “All I Want For Christmas”. Carey and Cannon have another child, Monroe, who is Moroccan’s twin. Moroccan Scott and his sister Monroe are currently 12 years old.

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Nick Cannon Says Mariah Cary “Saved His Life”

Elsewhere, Cannon recently made some big revelations about Carey. “She was my rock. She went hard. To be honest, I probably wouldn’t be alive if it wasn’t for how hard she went with the doctors, with me, my stubbornness. She was the perfect helpmate, the perfect matriarch, the perfect mom, the perfect wife in those scenarios. It probably took a toll on us just because of the person I was in my head and the struggles that I was dealing with. But it definitely brought us closer together,” Cannon said in regards to his lupus diagnosis on The Diary Of A CEO podcast.

“I absolutely do,” Cannon confirmed when asked if he felt as if Carey had “saved his life”. “But that’s what you do when you find a helpmate. When you find someone that you’re in matrimony with, you go hard for [them]. I feel like I went hard for her and we’ll still go hard — I lay down my life for her today. That’s what you do, it’s just family,” he continued. Carey and Cannon were together for eight years before going their separate ways. Cannon later developed a reputation as a baby daddy, with his kid count in the double digits.

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Jay-Z’s Team Roc Doubles Down On Calls For Kansas City Police Transparency

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Jay-Z’s Team Roc has teamed up with the Midwest Innocence Project to fight for criminal justice reform and they have one specific target. That’s the Kansas City, Kansas police department often shortened as KCKPD. After public callouts from advocates for transparency from the KCKPD following numerous high-profile controversial incidents, Midwest Innocence Project is now taking a more technical approach filing some new paperwork.

According to AllHipHop, they’ve filed a request under the Kansas Open Records Act to try and access numerous internal documents from the department. Included in their request are complaints filed against the police department as well the resulting internal investigations and disciplinary actions. They’re also requesting the results of an FBI investigation into the police department. That comes in line with Team Roc’s request last year that the Department Of Justice open up an investigation into the department.

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Last year, the FBI arrested a former detective from the police department. He was booked on charges related to abuse of power and sex trafficking of underage girls. They also investigated the former police chief of the department Terry Ziegler. Calls from groups like Team Roc and the Midwest Innocence Project have claimed that the corruption and mismanagement of the department goes even deeper than what was already investigated.

Last week, Jay-Z made the headlines when his full interview with Gayle King finally aired. After teaser clips had been circulating, the entire three hour interview aired on TV last Tuesday. After it aired, N.O.R.E said that he wished Jay did the interview with him, Talib Kweli, or Joe Budden. It’s unclear what his exact issues with the interview itself were. In the interview, he also hilariously told a story where one of his teachers was stunned by his reading abilities. What do you think of Team Roc’s new push for transparency in the controversial KCKPD? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Travis Kelce Drops $6M On New Mansion

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Travis Kelce has a new home. The tight end reportedly dropped $6 million on a new home in a gated community in Kansas City. Sources told TMZ that it’s a 6-bed, 6-bath, 16,000-square-foot palace with an outdoor pool, tennis court, and mini golf course. Kelce reportedly moved as the accessibility of his old home, which had become something of a tourist destination, had begun to make him uncomfortable.

Kelce’s worries were no better exemplified than this past weekend when his street was thronged by paparazzi trying to snap a photo of him with Taylor Swift. Swift was spending the weekend with Kelce after attending the Chiefs game on Thursday night. The couple later left Kansas City to spend some time in New York City, where Swift has a property.

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Kelce And Swift Make SNL Cameos

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PHILADELPHIA, PA – OCTOBER 16: Jason and Travis Kelce pose for a photo during Game 1 of the NLCS between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Monday, October 16, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Gabriella Ricciardi/MLB Photos via Getty Images)

While in New York, Kelce and Swift swung by Studio 8H to appear on SNL. The couple made surprise cameos as the show returned from its strike-mandated hiatus. The couple were spotted dining at Nobu before the episode, which was hosted by Pete Davidson and featured Ice Spice as the musical guest. Swift’s appearance came during the musical guest segment when she appeared to introduce the performance by Ice Spice and Rema.

Meanwhile, Kelce made an appearance during a skit about his relationship with Swift. Appearing as himself, the skit was themed around an NFL broadcast trying not to talk about Taylor Swift. The episode was the first for the show since the end of the historic writer’s strike last month. Davidson served as host, fulfilling the gig that was canceled in May just after the writer’s strike began. Meanwhile, Ice Spice teamed up with Rema to perform their hit “Pretty Girl”. Overall, it was a fairly strong return for the show, which also commented on other pop culture moments such as Deion Sanders.

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Taylor Swift Visits Travis Kelce For “Chill” Birthday

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Taylor Swift was in Kansas City this past Friday to visit her boyfriend Travis Kelce for his birthday. Kelce turned 34 on October 5, with Swift heading to Missouri the following day to spend time with him. She reportedly spent the night at Kelce’s home before departing on Saturday as Kelce had a road game. Notably, Swift did not travel to Minneapolis to watch the Chiefs beat the Vikings. It was the first game since rumors about the couple emerged that Swift did not attend. However, fans wonder if she will be heading back to Missouri for the Chiefs’ Thursday night game against the Broncos.

Furthermore, Kelce has been reportedly telling friends that Swift is helping him play well and stay healthy. “He jokes that she is his good luck charm,” a source told The Messenger. Elsewhere, Kelce spoke on the relationship the same day that Swift reportedly came to visit him. “It feels like I was on top of the world after the Super Bowl and right now I’m even more on top of the world,” the tight end told reporters on Friday.

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Kelce Acknowledges Heightened Attention

Meanwhile, Kelce also addressed the increased presence of paparazzi in his life following the news that he was dating Swift. “It comes with it. You’ve got a lot of people that care about Taylor, and for good reason. You just gotta keep living and learning and enjoying the moments,” Kelce said. However, he has tried to put his foot down in some circumstances. He agreed with his brother Jason that the league was “overdoing” it on Swift and Traylor content. This followed the league obsessing over Swift in her first two appearances at Chiefs games, even changing their various social media bios to Swift references.

In response, the NFL put out a statement defending the focus on Swift. “We frequently change our bios and profile imagery based on what’s happening in and around our games, as well as culturally. The Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce news has been a pop cultural moment we’ve leaned into in real time, as it’s an intersection of sport and entertainment, and we’ve seen an incredible amount of positivity around the sport. The vast majority of our content has remained focused on the game, our players and variety of other initiatives, including our Toy Story Funday Football alt-cast, the international games and more,” the league said in a statement.

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