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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Yahoo
After GloRilla's arrest on drug charges, is Glo Bash concert event in Memphis still on?
Memphis rapper GloRilla was arrested on felony drug charges in Georgia this week, after police responding to a burglary at her home near Atlanta discovered what officers described as "a significant amount of marijuana." The incident will not affect GloRilla's July 25 homecoming "Glo Bash" concert at FedExForum, which remains on schedule, according to an arena spokesperson. As initially reported by WSB-TV in Atlanta and by TMZ, the latest legal difficulty for the Memphis-born rapper — whose birth name, Gloria Hallelujah Woods, is as captivating as her stage moniker — began about 1:30 a.m. July 19 when officers responded to a call at GloRilla's home. According to the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office, three suspects were burglarizing the house when the 25-year-old rapper was not present. An as yet unidentified individual inside the residence fired upon the burglers, who fled the scene. When deputies arrived at the scene, they smelled marijuana, according to the sheriff's office, and discovered quantities of the drug in a search of the residence. Later on July 19, GloRilla performed at the WNBA All-Star game in Indianapolis. She turned herself over to authorities on July 22 and was charged with possession of marijuana and possession of a "schedule one" controlled substance — both felonies in Georgia. She was released on a $22,260 bond shortly afterward. 'The homeowner is a victim of a serious crime, and we are committed to bringing the suspects to justice,' Sheriff Ron Freeman told WSB-TV in Atlanta. 'At the same time, we must continue to uphold and enforce the law in all aspects of this case.' But GloRilla's attorneys objected to the arrest calling GloRilla "a victim, not a suspect," in a statement issued July 24. "Ms. Woods was out of town when her residence became a target for a group of home invaders who most likely knew she wasn't there," wrote the performer's attorneys, Marissa Goldberg and Drew Findling. "What they didn't know was that she had family staying with her that were traumatized by the violent entrance of this group. "This is our tax dollars at work, absolutely unbelievable,' they said. The incident occurred about 15 months after GloRilla's previous arrest. In April 2024, she was arrested on DUI and other traffic and alcohol charges in Suwanee, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta, after an officer witnessed her make an illegal U-turn. Also in this case, the smell of marijuana led to further investigation and further charges, according to officers on the scene. This article originally appeared on Memphis Commercial Appeal: After GloRilla's arrest, is Glo Bash concert in Memphis still on?
The Guardian
4 days ago
- The Guardian
Rapper GloRilla arrested on drug charges after police respond to burglary call
The American rapper GloRilla was arrested on felony drug charges the night before her performance at the WNBA all-star game, after police responded to a report of a burglary at her home in Atlanta on Saturday. The Forsyth county sheriff's office confirmed to Atlanta's WSB-TV that authorities responded to a call about a burglary at a home owned by the rapper, legal name Gloria Hallelujah Woods, around 1.30am on Saturday. Woods was in Indianapolis at the time to perform at the WNBA all-star game that evening. According to the sheriff's office, three suspects entered the home when Woods was not present to rob the residence, and were deterred when an unidentified individual fired at them. The burglars reportedly escaped unharmed. During their investigation, deputies smelled marijuana and called a drug taskforce, who found a 'significant amount of marijuana' in a bedroom closet. Woods was charged with possession of marijuana and possession of a controlled substance, and voluntarily surrendered to Forsyth county authorities on Tuesday. She was subsequently released on $22,260 bond. 'The homeowner is a victim of a serious crime, and we are committed to bringing the suspects to justice,' Sheriff Ron Freeman told WSB-TV. 'At the same time, we must continue to uphold and enforce the law in all aspects of this case.' Police have yet to find any of the three intruders. Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, GloRilla first broke on to the rap scene in 2022 with her Grammy-nominated single FNF (Let's Go), quickly establishing herself as one of the fastest-rising female rappers in the US. Her debut album Glorious was released in 2024, securing another two Grammy nominations for its lead single Yeah Glo! The Guardian has contacted GloRilla's representatives for comment.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
GloRilla Arrested in Georgia on Two Felony Drug Charges: What We Know So Far
Memphis rapper GloRilla is once again in hot water legally within the state of Georgia. The 'Tomorrow 2' rapper, whose real name is Gloria Woods, was arrested Tuesday in Forsyth County on two counts of felony drug possession, TMZ has discovered from jail records. Felony Drug Charges and Jail Time According to official papers obtained by TMZ, Woods was charged with two offenses: possession of a scheduled controlled substance and possession of in excess of one ounce of marijuana. Both offenses are felonies under the state statutes in Georgia, which has some of the strongest drug legislation in the country. While the actual substance covered under the scheduled drug offense has not yet been named, possession of any Schedule I or II drug can bring significant prison time upon conviction, the length of which will depend on quantity and situation. Police have yet to release further information about the arrest. There has not been any incident report released, and it is not yet clear what prompted the authorities to arrest her in the first instance. But what is confirmed is that GloRilla was arrested and later released the same day after posting $22,000 bond, according to the records of the Forsyth County Jail. TMZ covered that questions issued to the representatives of GloRilla were still pending. A Pattern of Legal Trouble in Georgia GloRilla has been arrested twice already in Georgia within the last fifteen months. In April 2024, she was arrested in Gwinnett County on suspicion of DUI. That police report stated officers observed a vehicle allegedly driven by Woods make a U-turn through a solid red light, and they pulled her over. Video from body cameras at the time, as reported, showed officers saying they smelled marijuana and alcohol emanating from the vehicle. She allegedly admitted to having a drink when questioned. She reportedly indicated intoxication, staggering through a field sobriety test while being visibly shaky and unbalanced on her feet. That arrest made headlines but failed to derail her music career. GloRilla's Meteoric Rise and Recent Turbulence GloRilla burst into the mainstream in 2022 with breakout debut hit 'F.N.F. (Let's Go)' and subsequently the chart-climbing 'Tomorrow 2' with Cardi B. Acclaimed for her raspy vocals, free-flowing lyricism, and unflinching Memphis attitude, Woods quickly emerged as a top voice of Southern rap's Gen Z era. Her debut EP 'Anyways, Life's Great…' was both critically and commercially acclaimed, landing her on XXL's Freshman list and a string of award nods. But 2024 and 2025 have been plagued by personal and legal drama. The recent string of back-to-back run-ins with Georgia authorities just as GloRilla was preparing to drop an alleged sophomore album. While she has stayed relatively low-key on social media since last year's DUI incident, supporters have noticed a slowdown in frequent music releases and public appearances. So far, GloRilla has not made any public declaration about the latest arrest. The post GloRilla Arrested in Georgia on Two Felony Drug Charges: What We Know So Far appeared first on Where Is The Buzz | Breaking News, Entertainment, Exclusive Interviews & More.
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
GloRilla is arrested for felony drug possession in Georgia... a year after her DUI
Rapper Glorilla was arrested in Georgia earlier this week for drug possession. The 25-year-old Memphis-bred music artist was taken into custody in Forsyth County and booked on two counts: possession of a scheduled controlled substance and possession of marijuana over one ounce. According to a TMZ report, the TGIF hitmaker — who sparked dating rumors with an NFL star in June — was released on the same day after posting $22,000 bond. Both counts are felony offenses under Georgia law. The outlet noted that other details around the arrest are unknown at this time. It comes a little over a year after the star, real name Gloria Woods, was arrested in Georgia's Gwinnett County on DUI charges. At the time, the entertainer had been arrested in Suwanee, Georgia for suspicion of driving under the influence and consuming/possessing an open alcoholic beverage container. She was pulled over by authorities at 4:00 a.m. ET after they saw a vehicle make a U-turn at a red traffic light, according to police. (She also faced a separate traffic charge, police said.) The Yeah Glo! performer told police that she had drinks earlier in the night, police said in their report, noting that her vehicle smelled like alcohol and marijuana. GloRilla performed poorly on a field sobriety test officers conducted with her, authorities said. Police said that GloRilla, who's been linked to NBA star Damian Lillard, was unable to follow a target with her eyes, walk steadily, and balance on one leg. The F.N.F. (Let's Go) rapper declined to take a breathalyzer test, police said, at which point she was taken into custody. GloRilla had an associate retrieve her vehicle from the scene, authorities said. Earlier this year she hit the road in March and April for her Glorious Tour, which had stops stretching from the east to west coasts. Last month football star Xavier Legette appeared in a racy music video for her single Typa, sparking dating rumors. GloRilla made headlines in 2023 after three people died in a stampede at her March 5, 2023 concert in Rochester, New York at the Rochester Main Street Armory. 'I am devastated & heartbroken over the tragic deaths that happened after Sunday's show,' she wrote online in the wake of the tragedy. 'My fans mean the world to me. 'Praying for their families & for a speedy recovery of everyone affected,' she added.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Metro shelter says dogs rescued from deplorable conditions should be up for adoption soon
The Humane Society of Forsyth County and other metro Atlanta animal shelters are caring for some of the nearly 270 dogs rescued last week from a home in Dade County, Georgia, near the Tennessee border 'With the many dogs being rescued, it was an all-hands-on-deck situation. They were in bad shape. We had our whole team helping out, bathing them, grooming them, and cleaning them up,' Humane Society of Forsyth County CEO A.J. Seliga said. Authorities told Channel 2's Tom Regan that the dogs, mostly French Bulldogs and Pomeranians, were rescued from what they described as an illegal puppy mill and hoarding situation. TRENDING STORIES: Georgia ranks last in caregiving, but student-led nonprofit aims to help Duluth couple loses $20,000 to check-washing scheme by mailing IRS payment Delta flight from Atlanta diverted after lithium battery explodes in passenger's bag Many were found in poor health, malnourished, and showing signs of neglect. Forsyth County took in 18 dogs. Many had fur matted down with feces and urine. 'I have never groomed these many dogs in one day, especially in such horrific condition. Their fur was so badly matted I actually had to use a surgical grade blade on their skin to get underneath the mats,' vet tech and groomer Sarah Mozzott told Regan. The dogs at the Forsyth County Animal Shelter should be ready for adoption in about two weeks. 'Our volunteers and teams were giving them hugs and lots of love. Just excited to see them get a second chance,' Seliga said.
