Dr. Jay’s Pulls ‘Stop Snitching’ Tees Over Gang Fears

Retailer Dr. Jay’s has pulled various clothing lines that a New York lawmaker said could be associated with gangs.   According to The New York Daily News, representatives for Councilman Leroy Comrie office entered the store and bought T-shirts with slogans like “Never Snitch Ever” and “Respect the Shooter.”   Representatives for Comrie’s office said […]

Hip-Hop Artists Support Local Charities During The Holiday Season

St. Louis rapper Chingy is giving back to his St. Louis community through his non-profit organization Chingy for Change.   The Chingy for Change Foundation supports children that are less fortunate, through scholarships, mentoring programs and other communal activities.   “On Thanksgiving and Christmas we go out and give turkeys and food to the families […]

T.I., Ryan Cameron, Rappers Raise $166K For Homeless Foundation

Ryan Cameron and rapper T.I., members of the urban entertainment community came to the aid of the Hosea Williams Feed The Hungry and Homeless Foundation yesterday (November 20), to save the organization’s 38th annual Thanksgiving dinner.   Cameron and T.I. spearheaded a campaign that raised $166,000 in less than three hours during Cameron’s show yesterday. […]