Reuters — NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. rapper Lil Wayne was released from jail in New York City on Thursday after serving eight months of a one year sentence stemming from a 2007 gun possession charge. more info

Guardian Music — Rapper heading to his Miami home after serving eight months in Rikers Island jail for a gun chargeLil Wayne has been freed from jail after serving eight months for a gun-related charge, emerging with a new album, well-wishes from a former president a... more info

L.A. Times - Entertainment — Weezy, whose real name is Dwayne Carter Jr., was going to head home to Miami, his managers have said, where a party celebrating his release is scheduled for Sunday. more info

Big Apple Music Scene — Community's Donald Glover wins the internet today. This is the historic day that rapper Lil' Wayne finally gets out of jail. But as he exits prison, his pal is headed into prison. Today TI is on his way to serve a few months for probation violations.... more info

Brooklyn Vegan — by BBG Lil Wayne at the 2008 Virgin Fest (more by Bao Nguyen) Rapper Lil Wayne walked out of New York's Rikers Island jail Thursday and was set to fly to Miami for a welcome home party thrown by his... more info

L.A. Times - Entertainment — Lil Wayne has been freed from jail after serving eight months in a gun case, emerging with a hot new album, well-wishes from a former president and a deepened appreciation for his fans. more info

Popeater — Filed under: Music News, Troublemakers, Exclusives, Lil Wayne When 'I Am Not A Human Being,' the eighth LP from rapper Lil Wayne, was released last month, no tour was planned, no promotional radio appearances booked and no media interviews granted.... more info

MTV.co.uk News — Lil Wayne has been released from prison after serving eight months behind bars on a gun possession charge.  According to reports jail officials confirmed at 8.35am ET that the A Milli rapper... more info

ContactMusic — Lil Wayne has been released from jail. The 'Lollipop' rapper completed his eight month sentence for attempted weapon possession today (04.11.10) and was released... more info

Perez Hilton — Lil Wayne is a free man, and this Sunday, he'll celebrate his freedom in style! Party planner Colin Cowie is putting together a royal-themed homecoming event for Weezy. Cowie's decor will feature many burgundies and purples, and the menu will include... more info