

Joe Coscarelli
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Final Defendants in YSL Trial Are Acquitted of Murder and Gang Charges
The winding, yearslong case against the star Atlanta rapper Young Thug, who recently pleaded guilty to gang charges, and five others concluded on Tuesday.

Banned From Atlanta: The Challenges of Young Thug’s Unique Probation
The rapper was released from jail last week after a surprise guilty plea. For 15 years, a set of strict requirements will govern his life...

Young Thug Pleads Guilty in YSL Case Nearly a Year Into Trial
The star Atlanta rapper admitted to six counts, including participating in criminal street gang activity, ending his role in the longest trial in Georgia history.

Sabrina Carpenter and Pop’s Next Gen Have a Secret Weapon: Amy Allen
The songwriter behind the summer smashes “Espresso” and “Please Please Please” is helping drive a moment of idiosyncrasy in Top 40 hits.

What Happens Now in Young Thug’s YSL Trial?
Already the longest in Georgia history, the star rapper’s trial has been turned upside down. Here’s the latest as the case resumes after an eight-week...

Judge in Young Thug Trial Is Ordered Off the Case
Judge Ural Glanville, who had overseen the case for more than two years, must step aside for meeting with prosecutors and a key witness without...

Young Thug’s Gang Trial Is Paused Because of Judge’s Secret Meeting
The much-delayed case was halted indefinitely to determine whether the judge should recuse himself after meeting with an uncooperative witness.

Taylor Swift Notches a Ninth Week at No. 1 With New CD Versions
The singer’s latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” now has the second-most weeks at No. 1 of any Swift album.

Young Thug Lawyer Clashes With Judge in Chaotic Gang Case
Brian Steel, a lawyer for the Atlanta rapper, was ordered to serve 10 weekends in jail after a dispute with the judge, further complicating a...

Billie Eilish and Taylor Swift Race for No. 1
The two pop music titans, locked in a close contest for the top of next week’s album chart, are stoking fans’ competitive spirit with a...