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A couple in Queens, New York faces jail time for allegedly abandoning a child because she reportedly cried. Shortly before noon on May 18, surveillance cameras captured the moment when the child’s mother, Patrice Chambers, 29, and her boyfriend, Mark Pamphile, 28, abandoned her on the side of the road, according to Newsday. Pamphile was…

Miss Knockout is a true example of a survivor. Hailing from the south side of Queens New York this independent hip-hop artist is hitting the pavement and making a name for herself. After being diagnosed with stage three breast cancer in 2012 she was determined to fight like a warrior to conquer the disease. Today…

Queens rapper T-Kor’s recent video “Letter to the Game” represents who he is best. He uses his experience growing up in the streets of New York to share cautionary tales while spitting hot rhymes. Rolling out spoke with T-Kor about his inspiration and why his music is important to today’s landscape. Can you tell us…

For many, driving with the rideshare service Lyft has allowed a welcome stream of revenue. But one driver may rethink his choice after a video of passenger assault was caught on video. Eduardo Madiedo picked up two passengers — a man and a woman — in Queens, New York on Thursday and was asked to…

Zoey Pereira, 3, burned to death by her father (Image Source: Facebook/@ Martin Pereira) A Queens, NY man is in critical condition suffering from burns and now some family members are hoping he will die. Martin Pereira is accused of the murder of his daughter Zoey Pereira, 3, who he allowed to burn to death…

Christopher Thomas was convicted for the 1984 murders of 10 people: two women and eight children. The act was dubbed the “Palm Sunday Massacre.” Thomas reportedly went to convicted cocaine dealer Enrique Bermudez’s home on Liberty Avenue in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn where his pregnant girlfriend, Victoria Lopez, 24, another woman, and…

The NYPD is reporting the bizarre death of a prostitute known by the name “CC,” according to those who live in the neighborhood. Police were conducting an undercover sting operation this past Saturday in a Queens, New York mostly Asian community that targeted massage parlors. According to the New York Post, the woman, who was…

A night of prayer turned into a horrible robbery and sexual assault on a New York woman as she left a church. According to the New York Daily News, the victim is a 50-year-old, Liberian immigrant and mother of two. She had just finished praying at Celestial Church of Christ in the Queens section of…

Morse Mordancy was attempting to protect a teenage girl from a pedophile when he became the suspect in a crime. The incident occurred on a bus in Queens, New York. According to Mordancy’s Facebook post and cellphone video, he saw Pablo Levano, 36, sit next to a teenage girl who was alone. Levano began harassing…

Kim Kardashian West was among stars to wish Beyonce a happy birthday on Sunday. The Lemonade hitmaker turned 35 on Sunday (09.04.16) and the Keeping Up With the Kardashians” star was one of the first of many stars to wish the R&B superstar well on her birthday. Beyonce and her husband Jay Z – whose…

New York Knicks player Cleanthony Early was robbed at gunpoint after a visit to popular Queens, NY strip club Cityscapes. According to police, Early was leaving the club with a female friend when the Uber car he was riding in was surrounded by at least three cars. At least 4-6 individuals then assaulted Early and stole…

The life of rap goddess Nicki Minaj is coming to the small screen in the form of a weekly sitcom. ABC Family has committed to a half- hour project that will focus on Minaj’s life growing up in Queens, New York, with her family after moving to the States from Trinidad. The “Truffle Butter” rapper…

Elegance, poise, beauty, intelligence, professional and bars are just a few words to describe Mc Lyte. Over the past 20 years she has remained a relevant and powerful force in hip-hop culture. She consistently adds value to the musical landscape. This year marks the 27th anniversary of her first release Lyte as a Rock. We were able…

The family of slain rapper and French Montana affiliate Lionel “Chinx” Pickens, is asking for the public’s help in making sure his children are taken care of financially. Chinx’s manager, Douglas Ellison, has put together a Go Fund Me campaign (www.gofundme.com/chinxmusic) to help raise money. All monies donated will be put into a trust fund for Picken’s children.…

What was your first experience with a camera? My first experience with a camera was when my Uncle Ernie Pitt bought me a Minolta XG9 35mm for Christmas when I was 12-years-old. He only asked in return that I photograph each one of my six brothers and sisters and give him a copy… Do you…

A New York man walked calmly into a McDonald’s with a knife stuck in his back. According to a report by CBS New York, the man entered the McDonald’s in Queens, New York, on the morning of June 24. Customers were shocked to see a knife protruding from his back. The victim calmly spoke on…

Hip-hop star Fabolous was involved in a serious car accident in Queens, New York. The rapper posted on Instagram about the accident, describing it as a “very shocking” experience but assuring fans that he’s alright.

This mixtape is an absolute must-have for diehard fans of the legendary Queens, N.Y., emcee. Standout tracks include “Last Real Nigga Alive Pt. 2,” “If It Wasn’t You” and “One on One.” To download Nas’ Unreleased via datpiff, please click here.

The 14-year-old autistic Queens, N.Y. teen, Avonte Oquendo, is still missing, however, some disturbing news has surfaced that may bring the case to a very sad end. On Thursday, an arm was discovered by a teen walking at Powell Cove Boulevard and Endeavor Place next to the East River. The unidentified teen took a picture…