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Second Suspect in Pine Bluff Homicide Turns Himself In

Wednesday, July 23 by Luke Matheson

Pine Bluff detectives have confirmed that 39-year-old Lamarcus Benton, the second suspect wanted in connection with the July 18, 2025, homicide on South Spruce Street, has turned himself in to authorities. Benton, the brother of Michael King Jr., was wanted on a charge of Capital... Read More.

Pine Bluff City Council Members Face Reelection Decision for 2026

Wednesday, July 23 by Luke Matheson

Four members of the Pine Bluff City Council will be up for reelection in 2026 and while she did not confirm her intention to seek another term, First Ward Council Member LaTisha Brunson sounded like she will when she appeared on the Oldies 1013... Read More.

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Two Killed, One Injured in Cleveland County Crash

Wednesday, July 23 by Alex Bivens

A single-vehicle crash in rural Cleveland County Tuesday evening claimed the lives of two men and left a third seriously injured. According to a report from the Arkansas State Police, the accident occurred around 6:00 p.m. on July 22 along Highway 63 near Oak Grove... Read More.

Teen Murder Suspect Confesses to Crime in Pine Bluff Shooting

Wednesday, July 23 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King The suspect accused of shooting and killing a Pine Bluff teenager Saturday reportedly admitted his guilt when he was questioned. Dicoreon Ford, 18, made the statement during an interview with Detective Jason Boykin, according to a probable cause affidavit presented in district court... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Police Chief Discusses Crime Stats, Community Safety at Town Hall

Wednesday, July 23 by Luke Matheson

In the wake of two recent homicides and a noticeable uptick in violent crime, Pine Bluff Police Chief Shirley Warrior met with citizens and city leaders Tuesday night to provide updates on the city’s latest crime statistics and ongoing prevention efforts. Speaking at a town... Read More.

Watson Chapel School District Sees Enrollment Surge Through School Choice

Wednesday, July 23 by Luke Matheson

In a recent appearance on the Oldies 1013 Morning Show, Watson Chapel School District Superintendent Dr. Keith McGee talked about an increase in the number of students who are enrolling in the district through school choice. He was then asked what the total enrollment for... Read More.

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Pine Bluff Man Held Without Bond in Capital Murder Case

Wednesday, July 23 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man identified as a suspect in the shooting death of another man Friday will be held without bond pending the filing of formal charges. Following a court hearing Wednesday, Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth ruled prosecutors have probable cause... Read More.

Pine Bluff Fire & Emergency Services announces Cooling Stations in Pine Bluff

Wednesday, July 23 by Alex Bivens

With high temperatures expected throughout this week, Pine Bluff Fire & Emergency Services is urging residents to take proactive steps to stay safe during the heatwave. This week between the hours of 1p.m. to 6 p.m., temporary cooling stations are being set up at several... Read More.

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Second Suspect Sought in Pine Bluff Homicide Investigation

Tuesday, July 22 by Luke Matheson

Pine Bluff Police detectives are actively searching for a second suspect in connection to a recent homicide investigation. Authorities have identified 39-year-old Lamarcus Benton as a person of interest in the fatal shooting of 36-year-old Markee Avery. Avery was found deceased from apparent gunshot wounds... Read More.

Capital Murder Suspect Michael King Jr. Surrenders to Pine Bluff Police

Tuesday, July 22 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department has announced that Michael King Jr., who was wanted for Capital Murder in connection with a deadly shooting on July 18, has surrendered voluntarily to authorities. King turned himself in without incident at the Pine Bluff Police Department on Monday... Read More.

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Bradley County Sheriff’s Office Searching for Shooting Suspect

Tuesday, July 22 by Luke Matheson

The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a suspect wanted in connection with a recent shooting that left a Warren man with life-threatening injuries. Zytavious Alantae Chavis of Wilmar is wanted for his alleged involvement in a shooting that occurred... Read More.

Watershed Project Resumes to Address Pine Bluff Flooding Issues

Tuesday, July 22 by Luke Matheson

By Ray King The on-again, off-again Watershed Project to reduce flooding problems in Pine Bluff and Jefferson County is on again but is still a long way from bringing relief to property owners. Frank Batemon, head of the Black Mayors Association told the Pine Bluff City... Read More.

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