Opening statements began today in R. Kelly’s child pornography trial. To familiarize yourself with the trial’s cast of characters, check out the Sun-Tribune’s profile of the judge, prosecutors and defense lawyers.After eight years, the marijuana charges that Whitney Houston faced after being caught with weed at a Hawaiian airport in 2000 have finally been dropped. Houston was busted, but not arrested, for having an ounce of marijuana and three rolled joints.50 Cent is planning to release a new solo album later this year so he can bring an end to his current Interscope contract. 50, whose G-Unit releases T.O.S. on July 1st, hopes to sign a deal similar to Jay-Z’s Live Nation contract.
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