A former associate of Sean “Diddy” Combs has filed a $19 million lawsuit from prison against the hip-hop mogul. James Sabationo, a former consultant for Combs’ Bad Boy Entertainment Inc., said he flew B.IG. to Miami in 1994 to perform a show and record some music. Sabatino says he paid for Biggie’s travel expenses and studio time, although a contract was never signed, according to the lawsuit. Diddy allegedly agreed to buy music and video footage of Biggie from Sabatino for $200,000. He gave Sabatino a check for $25,000 and promised the rest of the money in sixty days. …on the edge of your seat? Keep reading!

Lil Wayne was arrested early Saturday morning in Boise, Id. The Sheriff’s Department website indicated he was booked on felony charges of being a fugitive out of Fulton County, Ga., for a felony possession of drugs charge. …on the edge of your seat? Keep reading!

Jennifer Lopez and husband Marc Anthony are expecting twins, according to published news reports. The Latin super couple will make their big baby announcement during their Saturday night tour stop at New York City’s Madison Square Garden. J.Lo reportedly wants to confirm the happy news near her hometown of the Bronx.

Janet Jackson is writing a book about weight loss. The Grammy Award winner will chronicle her fluctuating weight battles in the currently untitled book. The guide will also include nutritional dieting tips. …on the edge of your seat? Keep reading!

Busta done lost his damn mind. Check out the muscle-bound rapper blaming mp3s and YouTube for the plight of hip hop.

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This week’s HipHop Crunch show is here. Enjoy! And be sure to check out the transcript below for links to music and videos that Pascalle mentions …

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