· With 98 murders in Chicago since the beginning of the year, Kanye West has had enough.

· You know how Spank Rock was a no-show at Coachella? Turns out Naeem “Spank Rock” Juwan had to undergo surgery for a “serious sudden ailment.” Here’s hoping he recovers.

· Not enough Scott Weiland in your life? The ex-Velvet Revolver and once-again Stone Temple Pilots singer says his upcoming solo album will be a double CD.

· Everyone knows these are financial hard times. But how hard? Even a player like Lil’ Kim is getting her Bentley repossessed — though her camp claims the matter is “currently being resolved.”