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Suspect in Pine Bluff Homicide Arrested, Charged with Capital Murder

Thursday, March 26 by Luke Matheson

A suspect in a December homicide at a Pine Bluff convenience store is now in custody, according to the Pine Bluff Police Department. Police said Akyell Malik Madison, 20, was taken into custody by the North Little Rock Police Department SWAT Team in connection with... Read More.

UAM-CTM Launches Digital Literacy Program, Distributes Laptops to Students

Thursday, March 26 by Luke Matheson

Eleven students at the University of Arkansas at Monticello College of Technology-McGehee received laptops as part of a new initiative aimed at expanding access to technology and digital skills in Southeast Arkansas. The laptops were distributed Jan. 21 during the launch of the UAM-CTM Digital... Read More.

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Jefferson County Quorum Court to Consider $164K Appropriation for Delinquent Loan Payments

Thursday, March 26 by Luke Matheson

The Jefferson County Quorum Court is set to consider an emergency appropriation to cover more than $164,000 in overdue loan-related expenses tied to a long-standing equipment lease agreement during a special-called meeting Monday. According to agenda documents, the proposed ordinance would allocate $164,500 from the... Read More.

Jefferson County Detention Center Implements New Inmate Mail Policy

Thursday, March 26 by Luke Matheson

The W.C. “Dub” Brassell Adult Detention Center in Jefferson County has announced significant changes to its inmate mail procedures, introducing a new system aimed at reducing contraband and improving efficiency. According to information released by the facility, the updated policy requires most inmate mail to... Read More.

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UAMS hikes minimum wage to $16 an hour

Thursday, March 26 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is raising its minimum wage from $15 to $16 an hour, effective April 12. “At my first employee Town Hall as chancellor, I committed to raising the compensation of our lowest-paid employees,” said Chancellor... Read More.

Two Pine Bluff Women Charged in Texarkana Retail Theft Case

Wednesday, March 25 by Luke Matheson

Two Pine Bluff women are facing charges in Bowie County after authorities say they stole thousands of dollars in merchandise from a Texarkana retail store late last year. According to court documents, Javona Shantell Whitmore, 42, and Allison Chanel Williams, 36, are accused of stealing... Read More.

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Arkansas Boating Deaths Reach Highest Level Since 2009, Report Shows

Wednesday, March 25 by Luke Matheson

Boating fatalities in Arkansas reached their highest level in more than a decade in 2025, according to a newly released year-end report from the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The report shows 17 people died in boating-related incidents last year, the highest total since 2009.... Read More.

Pine Bluff Police Seek Help Identifying Suspects in Pawn City Break In Attempt

Wednesday, March 25 by Luke Matheson

The Pine Bluff Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying two individuals captured on video during an attempted break-in early Sunday morning. According to authorities, the incident occurred at approximately 2:14 a.m. at Pawn City, located at 400 East Harding Avenue. Police said... Read More.

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UAPB Social Work Department Highlights Maternal Mental Health at National Conference

Wednesday, March 25 by Luke Matheson

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Department of Social Work was represented at the Social Work Action Coalition Conference, where faculty and students presented research focused on maternal mental health in Arkansas. Dr. Tamara Glover, a licensed clinical social worker and associate professor, joined... Read More.

Pine Bluff Man Held on $100K Bond After High-Speed Chase and Crash

Wednesday, March 25 by Haleigh Reichen

By Ray King A $100,000 cash only bond was set Wednesday for a Pine Bluff man currently on probation who fled from law enforcement officers at high-speed Monday before hitting another vehicle. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable... Read More.

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UAMS-U of A to begin accelerated doctor training program

Wednesday, March 25 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville (U of A) recently announced plans for a new accelerated six-year Bachelor of Science to Doctor of Medicine (BS-MD) program, creating a direct pathway for exceptional students... Read More.

Arkansas Wrestling Legend Sid Eudy to Be Inducted into WWE Hall of Fame

Tuesday, March 24 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas native and professional wrestling legend Sid Eudy, known to fans as Sycho Sid and Sid Vicious, will be inducted posthumously into the WWE Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026. WWE announced Eudy will enter as a legacy inductee, recognizing a... Read More.

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