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Senator Alan Clark Pushes Tougher Penalties in Arkansas for Rioters After Los Angeles Unrest

Monday, June 9 by Luke Matheson

In response to violent unrest over the weekend in Los Angeles, Arkansas State Senator Alan Clark is drawing attention to a law he co-sponsored that significantly increases penalties for riot-related offenses in Arkansas. His comments came Monday in a social media post, shortly after... Read More.

Escapee Grant Hardin Captured by Authorities After Intensive Manhunt

Friday, June 6 by Greg

Grant Hardin, an escapee from the Department of Corrections, has been successfully apprehended. The Mountain View Police Department confirmed his capture through a Facebook post, crediting the Izard County authorities for their efforts in recapturing him. This is an ongoing incident and more information will... Read More.

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UAMS to study drugs to stem excessive blood loss in injured patients

Tuesday, May 27 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — Researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) are partnering with the University of Pittsburgh to study whether calcium, vasopressin, or both, will help severely injured patients survive life-threatening blood loss early in treatment. The CAlcium and VAsopressin following Injury... Read More.

Help for blind Americans focus of new Senate bill

Friday, May 23 by Ray King

WASHINGTON––U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) introduced the bipartisan Access Technology Affordability Act to create a refundable tax credit to help blind Americans afford the technology and tools that can enhance their ability to perform daily, necessary functions. According to the American Community... Read More.

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Westerman comments on Big Beautiful Bill

Thursday, May 22 by Alex Bivens

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the sweeping "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," a comprehensive reconciliation package aimed at delivering major conservative reforms. Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) praised the legislation, calling it a historic moment for House Republicans and a promise kept to... Read More.

Former Arkansas Judge Sentenced to Two Years in Federal Prison for Lying to FBI

Thursday, May 22 by Luke Matheson

Former Monroe County District Court Judge Thomas David Carruth, 64, has been sentenced to 24 months in federal prison after being convicted of making false statements to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The sentence was handed down Monday by U.S. District Judge D.... Read More.

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University of Arkansas Receives Grant to Study Eye-Tracking for Autism Assessment

Wednesday, May 21 by Greg

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences has received a $575,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health to explore the use of eye-tracking technology to measure word comprehension in autistic children who are minimally verbal or non-speaking. Dr. Kristen Muller, assistant professor in... Read More.

U of A Awarded $10 Million to Launch Statewide Mental Health Crisis Hub

Wednesday, May 21 by Greg

The University of Arkansas has been awarded $10 million from the Department of Human Services to launch a statewide mental health Crisis Hub and Crisis Continuum. Dr. Johanna Thomas, director of the U of A’s School of Social Work, will lead the initiative to build... Read More.

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Multi-State Crackdown on Move Over Law Violations to Enhance Road Safety

Tuesday, May 13 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas State Police, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Public Safety, Louisiana State Police, New Mexico State Police, and the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, will conduct an enhanced enforcement operation aimed at ensuring compliance with Move Over and Slow Down laws. This initiative is... Read More.

Arkansas Launches Click It or Ticket Campaign to Boost Seat Belt Use

Monday, May 12 by Luke Matheson

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the Arkansas Highway Safety Office (AHSO), and Arkansas law enforcement are emphasizing the importance of seat belt use in conjunction with the national Click It or Ticket campaign. This high-visibility seat belt enforcement... Read More.

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Judge throws out lawsuit on GOP primary for only Republicans

Thursday, May 8 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A federal judge has tossed out a lawsuit aimed at making Arkansas’ GOP primary open only to registered Republicans. U.S. District Judge Brian Miller on Monday granted the motion to dismiss the lawsuit that had been filed by about two dozen... Read More.

University of Arkansas Secures $1 Million Grant to Boost Electronics Education for Semiconductor Industry Careers

Tuesday, May 6 by Luke Matheson

The University of Arkansas has received a $1 million grant to enhance its electronics education programs, focusing on preparing students for the semiconductor industry. This initiative is designed to meet workforce demands by offering both credit and non-credit courses that cover key topics such... Read More.

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