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Congressman Rick Crawford Weighs In on Ukraine Aid Government Shutdown and National Security Concerns

Monday, October 27 by Luke Matheson

President Trump recently met with President Zelensky to discuss, among other things, potentially providing Ukraine with long-range missiles for use in its war against Russia. As the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman, Arkansas’ First District Congressman Rick Crawford addresses the Trump administration’s... Read More.

Bear killed in Newton County not responsible for death of Missouri man

Friday, October 24 by Ray King

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) has announced that DNA analysis has confirmed the black bear killed in Newton County on Oct. 4 is not the one responsible for the fatal attack on Max Thomas, a 60-year-old from Springfield, Missouri. Thomas was found dead... Read More.

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Second bear attack being investigated

Friday, October 3 by Rick Walker

After not having one for a quarter of a century, Arkansas may have had it's second death by a bear attack in the last few weeks. In a statement, the Newton County Sheriff's Office said they received a call yesterday for a welfare check on... Read More.

ICE Eyes Controversial Franklin County Prison Site for Immigration Detention Facility

Thursday, September 25 by Alex Bivens

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is considering the state’s proposed prison site in Franklin County for a potential immigration detention center, according to local law enforcement officials. On Monday, three ICE agents visited the 815-acre property along Arkansas 215 near Mill Creek Mountain, about... Read More.

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ArkLeg Bill Tracker Files Ethics Complaints Against Arkansas Officials

Monday, September 22 by Luke Matheson

The co-founders of ArkLeg Bill Tracker have filed a series of ethics complaints with the Arkansas Ethics Commission against several high-ranking state officials, including Attorney General Tim Griffin, Secretary of State Cole Jester, and Lt. Gov. Leslie Rutledge. The complaints, filed on Sept. 19, allege... Read More.

State Insurance Day set Tuesday

Monday, September 22 by Ray King

The Arkansas Insurance Department will host the second annual Arkansas Insurance Day (I-Day) on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Little Rock. The event will bring together property and casualty insurance producers, company representatives, legislators, and regulators to discuss key topics... Read More.

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Lt. Gov. Leslie Rutledge Calls for Investigation into Bowen Law Professor Over Comments on Charlie Kirk Assassination

Tuesday, September 16 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas Lieutenant Governor Leslie Rutledge is demanding a full investigation into Assistant Professor Felicia Branch of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s William H. Bowen School of Law after Branch publicly celebrated the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on her personal Facebook... Read More.

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Accepting Applications for New Game Warden Cadets

Tuesday, September 16 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) is now accepting applications for its next class of game warden cadets, with the deadline set for September 30. Becoming a game warden involves far more than checking hunting and fishing licenses. Wardens play a vital role in... Read More.

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North Little Rock Officer Released Following Arrest in Domestic Incident

Tuesday, September 16 by Luke Matheson

North Little Rock police officer Tommy Norman has been released from the Pulaski County Regional Detention Facility after his arrest over the weekend in connection with a domestic violence incident. According to the North Little Rock Police Department (NLRPD), officers arrested Norman on September 13... Read More.

President orders National Guard troops to Memphis in move to reduce crime

Tuesday, September 16 by Ray King

President Donald Trump signed an order on Monday to deploy the National Guard to Memphis in an effort to combat crime, marking another instance of his administration's use of military force in American cities. Trump announced the decision during a meeting with Republican Tennessee Governor Bill... Read More.

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Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders Condemns Assassination of Charlie Kirk as “Cowardly Act of Evil”

Wednesday, September 10 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders issued a solemn statement Wednesday following the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, calling the killing “a cowardly act of evil” and offering condolences to his family. “America witnessed a cowardly act of evil today,” Sanders said. “To Charlie and... Read More.

Gearhart Family Expands Access to Honors Education Through the Path Program

Tuesday, September 9 by Luke Matheson

After playing an integral role in the creation of the Honors College, Chancellor emeritus G. David Gearhart and his wife, Jane, are continuing to expand opportunities for honors education with a $50,000 gift to the Honors College Path Program. The scholarship and mentorship program... Read More.

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