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Lil Wayne Releases Official Statement About Desecrating The American Flag [VIDEO]

Gina Cook — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:42:50 +0000

Lil Wayne has been in damage control mode, ever since video surfaced of him performing his new single, ‘God Bless Amerika’ hit the internet. The video shows the rapper walking and standing on the American Flag and this has ignited a firestorm of criticism. These days Lil Wayne is public enemy #1. He already rubbed [...]

Hear What Barack Obama Had to Say About Jay-Z & Beyonce's Trip to Cuba [VIDEO]

Big Boy Chill — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 22:28:31 +0000

During an interview with ‘TODAY’ show host Savannah Guthrie, President Barack Obama was asked about White House involment in Jay-Z and Beyonce‘s trip to Cuba. Find out what he had to say here. The President said he was not aware of the trip, which he added, ‘was organized through a group who puts on educational [...]

Jay-Z + Beyonce Are Now Worth $1 Billion

Jessica Sager — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:01:31 +0000

Everyone wondering why Jay-Z went from rapping about selling crack in Brooklyn to about rubbing shoulders and sampling truffles with Barack Obama in D.C., you can thank his bank accounts -- and Beyonce.

The couple have broken the $1 billion mark in their net worth.

Bet that's how she afforded those solid gold nips.

Last-Minute Tax Tips: Filing an Extension, Payment Plans, What Happens if You Don't Pay

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 18:55:41 +0000

Today, April 15, is Tax Day, and while most of you have filed your 2012 returns, surely some of you out there are going down to the very last minute … or maybe even a bit beyond. Here are a few important reminders: You can file for an extension, but you still have to pay [...]

Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office To Conduct DWI Checkpoint Saturday March 9th

Mike Soileau — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 12:00:25 +0000

The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office is going to be conducting a DWI sobriety checkpoint this Saturday night March 9th somewhere in the parish. It is an ongoing effort to keep the highways and roadways safe. Here is the information passed down to us from the Calcasieu parish Sheriff’s Office. In a continuing effort to keep [...]

Watch Barack Obama's 2013 Inauguration Speech [VIDEO]

Big Boy Chill — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 21:48:44 +0000

If you missed President Barack Obama full speech after being sworn into his second term as the 44th President of the United States of America, watch it here. Barack Obama took the oath of office today before noon in Washington D.C. to begin his second term as president of the United States, on the steps [...]

Big Boi of Outkast Talks About Why He Didn't Vote for President Obama [VIDEO]

Big Boy Chill — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:14:03 +0000

During an interview with Huff Post Live Atlanta rapper and hip hop legend Big Boi of OutKast talks about why he did not vote for President Obama, and about being a Libertarian.

Trina Hit With A $50 Million Dollar Lawsuit — Tha Wire [VIDEO]

Gina Cook — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 21:40:22 +0000

Rapper Trina is being sued to the tune of $50 million dollars over a contest that took place last year. The femcee has found herself at the center of a lawsuit because she allegedly backed out of being a judge a rap competition. The company that allegedly hired her is claiming that Trina backed out [...]

Woman Makes Facebook Post About President Obama – Suggest's "Maybe He Will Get Assasinated This Term" – Secret Service Is Investigating [VIDEO]

Big Boy Chill — Sat, 10 Nov 2012 00:30:23 +0000

A Turlock, California woman is under investigation by the United States Secret Service after going as far as saying ‘Maybe He Will Get Assassinated This Term,’ in regards to President Obama being re-elected, as well as calling him the ‘n’ word.If the federal government see’s this as a credible threat, the woman could be in [...]

R. Kelly Reveals Details and Video Footage Of New Trapped In The Closet Episodes [VIDEO]

Gina Cook — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 17:24:41 +0000

The suspense is building for R. Kelly’s new “Trapped In The Closet” episodes. According to Kells they’ll be an additional 17-18 chapters coming and all of them accompanied by a video! Speaking of videos see chapters 1-22 with a sneak preview of 23 right here! With the new installments, R. Kelly will be steppin into [...]

Billionaire Offers $5 Million To 50 Cent And Floyd Mayweather To Settle Their Beef With A Boxing Match

Gina Cook — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 18:02:06 +0000

For the last few years boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. and rapper 50 Cent have been the best of friends. The two had developed such a close friendship, they decided to go into business together launching a boxing promotions company called The Money Team Promotions. Everything was all good for a well and then out of [...]

Rapper Game Help Voters Get To The Polls — Tha Wire [VIDEO]

Gina Cook — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 02:31:12 +0000

I love it when a plan comes together. Yesterday was another monumental moment in American history and politics. President Barack Obama, America’s 44th and first black president was re-elected for another 4 years.Some Americans found it a lot harder to get to the polls than others, in particular are brothers and sisters in the East. [...]

President Barack Obama Is Re-Elected

Gina Cook — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 04:35:34 +0000

The people have spoken and President Barack Obama has been re-elected for another four years! Your vote truly did count and you proved that tonight. Congratulations to President Barack Obama. Congratulations to all of you who made it happen, especially those of you who registered to vote for the first time. Let’s move this country [...]

2012 Southwest Louisiana Election Results — Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, Jeff Davis and Vernon Parishes

Scott Lewis — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 02:22:21 +0000

10:30 p.m. -- Well, folks, while there are still a few precincts outstanding, there aren't enough to change any outcomes at this point, so we're calling it. Charles Boustany and Jeff Landry will head to a December runoff in the 3rd U.S. Congressional District, while John Fleming will be the next U.S. representative for the 4th District. Check out how all the other local races in Southwest Louisiana turned out for 2012.

Go Vote Today [Video]

Gina Cook — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 19:29:22 +0000

You know what they say, “If you don’t stand for something, you’ll fall for anything.” Don’t worry about the polls, don’t think your vote doesn’t matter…..because it does. Please vote today. If the lines are long, be patient and prepared to wait. If the weather is bad, dress accordingly and whether the storm. What ever [...]

President Obama Responds to Donald Trump's Offer with Jay Leno [VIDEO]

Big Boy Chill — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 22:45:32 +0000

Earlier this week Donald Trump issued a challenge to President Obama that he would donate $5 million to the charity of his choice in exchange for a copy of his college transcript and passport application. Check out the presidents response on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Also check out Steven Colbert of Comedy Centrals [...]

Charles Boustany and Jeff Landry Set for Live Radio Debate Halloween Night at 5 p.m.

Scott Lewis — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 21:56:49 +0000

Despite what has been a very heavily contentious campaign across South Louisiana, sitting Republican congressmen Charles Boustany and Jeff Landry have not yet faced off in a debate for the 3rd Congressional District seat. That will change Wednesday night as Cajun Radio 1470/1290 AM teams up with Lafayette's news radio KPEL 96.5 FM to bring a live one-hour debate in which all the questions are provided by you, our listeners.

Donald Trump Offers $5 Million for a copy of President Obama's College Transcript [VIDEO]

Big Boy Chill — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 13:00:45 +0000

Donald Trump is back to his antics again, and this time he’s putting up the big bucks to get a copy of the Presidents college transcript. Trump is offering $5 Million to a charity of President Obama’s choice in exchange for a copy of his college transcript and passport application. In a video uploaded to [...]

The President Speaks Directly To Young Voters Friday On MTV — Tha Wire [VIDEO]

Gina Cook — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 20:40:16 +0000

This Friday tune into MTV for ASK OBAMA LIVE: An MTV Interview. The POTUS will sit down with Sway Calloway addressing young voters directly and answering questions concerning young people in America live. The special will air nationally on every MTV channel including MTV Hits and MTV Jams. Plus, MTV.com will host a live-stream discussion [...]

Early Voting Times And Locations

Gina Cook — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 15:16:48 +0000

Early voting for the election of the President of The United States of America is officially underway. The following are the times and locations to cast your vote. Trust me, it is much easier to vote during early voting. You will find little to no lines. Are ready? Remember, you must complete the whole ballad [...]