Urban Updatez

05/28/2025

KINGSTON WOMAN CHARGED AFTER ALLEGEDLY ASSAULTING 12-YEAR-OLD

Kingston, NY — A Kingston woman has been arrested and charged after allegedly assaulting a 12-year-old child inside a motel room, police confirmed Tuesday.

According to authorities, 33-year-old Brittany C. Santaliz unlawfully entered the room, where she allegedly attacked the child. Santaliz now faces multiple charges, including first-degree burglary and third-degree assault.

The incident has shocked the Kingston community, with local residents expressing concern over safety and the circumstances leading up to the assault. The investigation is ongoing, and police are urging anyone with additional information to come forward.

Santaliz was arraigned in Kingston City Court and is currently awaiting her next court appearance. No further details about the child’s condition have been released.

05/28/2025

R&B SINGER JAHEIM UNDER FIRE FOR ANIMAL CRUELTY CHARGES

Grammy-nominated R&B artist Jaheim Hoagland, best known for hits like “Put That Woman First” and “Fabulous,” is once again making headlines — this time over renewed media attention surrounding his recent arrest on animal cruelty charges in Georgia.

Although Jaheim was originally arrested on May 1, 2025, in Fulton County, the story has resurfaced this week after court documents detailing the charges were made public. According to those records, Jaheim faces six counts of animal cruelty, accused of failing to provide clean water, sanitary living conditions, and proper ventilation for six dogs under his care. The dogs — named Tweet, Tip, Taka, Tink, Timber, and Tanger — include pit bull terriers, a French bulldog, and a hound mix.

This is not the singer’s first encounter with such allegations. In 2021, Jaheim was arrested in New Jersey on similar animal cruelty charges when police found 15 dogs in poor condition at his home. At that time, one of the animals was in such a critical state that it had to be euthanized.

While Jaheim was released from the Fulton County Jail shortly after his May arrest, neither he nor his representatives have issued a public statement addressing the latest accusations.

Social media has helped amplify the renewed media spotlight, with many fans and critics alike reacting strongly to the recurrence of such troubling allegations.

Urban Updatez will continue to monitor this developing story for updates on upcoming court dates or official responses. Stay tuned.

05/27/2025

SHOTS FIRED OUTSIDE DUBOIS IN NEWBURGH: RESIDENTS SHAKEN

Late-night chaos hit the streets near Dubois in Newburgh, NY, as reports of gunfire spread across social media. One local resident posted, “They shooting outside Dubois smfh I pray my car ok it can’t take another hit.”

This marks yet another incident in the area where residents are left fearing for their safety — and their property. Community members say they are exhausted and frustrated, hoping for stronger action to curb violence in their neighborhoods.

No official police statement has been released yet regarding injuries or arrests. Urban Updatez will continue following this story and provide updates as they come in.

If you were nearby or have information, authorities urge you to come forward.

Stay safe, Newburgh.

05/27/2025

05/20/2025

NEW ORLEANS MAINTENANCE WORKER ARRESTED FOR HELPING TEN INMATES ESCAPE; SIX STILL AT LARGE

Sterling Williams, 33, A maintenance worker at the Orleans Parish Justice Center in New Orleans, has been arrested for allegedly assisting in the escape of ten inmates from the facility.

Williams faces ten counts of principal to simple escape and one count of malfeasance in office. Authorities claim that Williams turned off the water supply to a cell, enabling the inmates to remove a metal toilet and access a hole in the wall through which they escaped .

The escape occurred around 1 a.m. on Friday and went unnoticed until a routine headcount at 8:30 a.m. Four of the escapees have been recaptured, while six remain at large, including individuals charged with second-degree murder .

In response to the incident, three other jail employees have been suspended pending investigation. District Attorney Jason Williams described the breakout as an “inside job,” emphasizing that such an escape would be nearly impossible without internal assistance .

The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office, along with state and federal agencies, continues to search for the remaining fugitives. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.

05/20/2025

HAPPY 53RD BIRTHDAY TO HIP HOP LEGEND BUSTA RHYMES 🔥🎉

Today, we honor Trevor George Smith Jr., better known as Busta Rhymes, a true icon in the hip-hop world. Born on May 20, 1972, in Brooklyn, New York, Busta has been a dynamic force in music since the late ’80s. From his early days with Leaders of the New School to his explosive solo career, his rapid-fire delivery and larger-than-life persona have left an indelible mark on the industry.

With hits like “Woo Hah!! Got You All in Check,” “Break Ya Neck,” and “Touch It,” Busta’s influence spans generations. His collaborations with artists like Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey, and Missy Elliott showcase his versatility and enduring appeal.

Beyond music, Busta’s recent endeavors include his 2023 album Blockbusta, executive produced alongside Pharrell Williams, Timbaland, and Swizz Beatz . He continues to push boundaries and inspire artists worldwide.

Drop your favorite Busta Rhymes track in the comments and let’s celebrate the legacy of a hip-hop legend! 🎤🔥

05/20/2025

BREAKING: Today in the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial — two key witnesses are expected to take the stand:

Regina Ventura, mother of Cassie Ventura, will speak on the emotional and physical toll Diddy’s alleged abuse had on her daughter.

Also testifying: a male es**rt known as “The Punisher,” who was allegedly hired to participate in the “freak-offs” Cassie was forced into. His testimony could directly support Cassie’s claims of being coerced.

Combs has pleaded not guilty to all charges and denies the allegations.

More updates to come.

05/20/2025

CASSIE’S MOTHER AND MALE ES**RT “THE PUNISHER” EXPECTED TO TESTIFY TODAY IN SEAN “DIDDY” COMBS TRIAL

Manhattan, NY – May 20, 2025 — As the federal s*x trafficking and racketeering trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs continues in Manhattan, today’s proceedings are expected to bring two pivotal testimonies to the witness stand — Regina Ventura, the mother of singer and accuser Cassie Ventura, and a male es**rt known as “The Punisher.”

Regina Ventura is anticipated to provide emotional insight into the years her daughter spent under Combs’s alleged control. According to earlier testimony from Cassie, Combs manipulated and abused her physically, emotionally, and s*xually throughout their relationship. Regina’s account is expected to detail not only the toll that alleged abuse took on her daughter, but also what she witnessed and learned during that time — possibly reinforcing claims that Cassie felt “trapped” and unable to escape.

Later today, prosecutors are expected to call “The Punisher,” a male es**rt reportedly involved in what Cassie described as forced, drug-fueled “freak-offs” organized by Combs. These encounters, according to multiple witnesses, involved s*x acts with third parties allegedly arranged and controlled by Combs as a form of domination and punishment. The male es**rt’s testimony may offer the first direct account from someone allegedly hired to participate in these events, potentially corroborating the disturbing details laid out last week.

This follows powerful testimony from Cassie Ventura herself, who described being coerced into these “freak-offs,” as well as testimony from singer Dawn Richard and Combs’s former assistant David James, both of whom painted a picture of a pattern of intimidation, manipulation, and s*xual exploitation.

Combs, who has pleaded not guilty to five federal charges — including s*x trafficking, racketeering, and transporting individuals for prostitution — continues to maintain his innocence. His legal team argues the relationships were consensual and part of an alternative lifestyle, not criminal conduct.

As more witnesses come forward, today’s testimonies could further shape the direction of this high-stakes case. The courtroom remains tense as the trial, now in its second week, pushes forward.

05/20/2025

MEGAN THEE STALLION SPEAKS OUT: “STOP MAKING ME RELIVE BEING SHOT”

In a powerful and emotional statement shared across her social media platforms, Grammy-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion is once again speaking out against ongoing harassment from Tory Lanez and his supporters—years after the 2020 shooting that changed her life.

Megan took to social media to respond to the persistent gaslighting, misinformation, and bullying she’s endured online since testifying that Tory Lanez shot her in the foot following a party in Los Angeles. Despite Lanez being convicted and sentenced to 10 years in prison, Megan says the attacks haven’t stopped.

“At what point are y’all gonna stop making me have to relive being shot BY TORY!?” she wrote. “The facts were proven in court. Stop gaslighting me and making me the villain when I was the one hurt.”

This isn’t the first time Megan has had to defend herself against a wave of disbelief and victim-blaming. Since the trial, online trolls and even fellow artists have questioned her story—ignoring both the legal outcome and her emotional well-being.

She continued, emphasizing the toll the situation has taken:

“I don’t bother nobody. I barely post. Why do y’all still want to bother me? I chose peace. What do y’all want from me?”

The post has sparked a wave of support from fans, fellow artists, and advocates for women in hip-hop who say it’s time for the industry to stand firmly beside Megan and against the culture of silencing and retraumatizing Black women survivors.

Megan Thee Stallion, who has recently returned to the stage and launched her own swimwear line, continues to rise despite the obstacles.