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Arkansas Boosts School Security with $50 Million Grant Expansion

Wednesday, October 16 by Luke Matheson

The state of Arkansas has decided to allocate an additional $50 million in grants to school districts to enhance security measures amid a rising number of school shooting incidents and threats. This recent grant approval raises the state's total investment in school safety to $100... Read More.

Courage Under Fire Honoring Lt Jay-Ryan Woods with the Invictus Award

Tuesday, October 15 by Luke Matheson

On October 14, 2024, in Harrisburg, Arkansas, the Division on Law Enforcement Standards and Training awarded the Invictus Award to Poinsett County Sheriff’s Lt. Jay-Ryan Woods. This recognition was given during the Poinsett County Quorum Court meeting for his bravery during a pursuit in September... Read More.

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Juveniles arrested after riot at Texarkana hospital

Tuesday, October 15 by Ray King

TEXARKANA, Ark. (AP) — Three teen-aged boys have been arrested after a group of juveniles were accused of taking over a section of a hospital in Texarkana, authorities said. The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department responded Sunday to an emergency call from the Riverview Behavioral Hospital... Read More.

Supreme Court rejects part of suit against casino license

Tuesday, October 15 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The Arkansas Supreme Court on Monday rejected part of a lawsuit challenging a measure on the ballot that would revoke the license issued for a planned casino. Justices unanimously rejected the lawsuit’s claims that the measure should be disqualified for violating... Read More.

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New Leadership Era Begins for Arkansas National Guard

Monday, October 14 by Luke Matheson

A change of command has taken place for the Arkansas Army National Guard. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders delivered remarks as Colonel Olen Chad Bridges assumed the role of the 55th Adjutant General of the Arkansas National Guard, following the departure of Major General Jonathan Stubbs. Bridges... Read More.

Entergy offers tips for cooler temperatures, fall projects

Monday, October 14 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The start of cooler temperatures outside makes fall-lovers eager for coats, sweaters and all the seasonal fun that begins in October. This time of year, can also bring opportunities for customers to tackle home improvement or landscaping projects. As fun... Read More.

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Audit finds no violations of Sanders’ travel and security records

Monday, October 14 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Auditors reviewing travel and security records that were restricted from public release under a measure Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed last year did not find any violations of law in how money was spent, according to a report released to... Read More.

Two killed in traffic accidents in Little Rock

Monday, October 14 by Ray King

Two people were killed and a third injured in separate traffic accidents in Pulaski County this weekend. According to preliminary reports, 57-year-old Donald Proctor of Little Rock was killed after being ejected out the windshield of a 2004 Mustang that left the roadway on I-630... Read More.

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High-Speed Pursuit Ends in Tragic Standoff on Arkansas Highway

Friday, October 11 by Luke Matheson

Special Agents with the Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at the 73-mile marker on U.S. Highway 67 northbound. On Friday, October 11, 2024, around 9:41 a.m., ASP Troopers began a pursuit to stop a vehicle that had... Read More.

Justice Delivered as Former Deputies Face Prison for Civil Rights Violations

Thursday, October 10 by Luke Matheson

Two former deputies from the Crawford County Sheriff's Office have been sentenced to federal prison for federal civil rights crimes by Chief Judge Susan O. Hickey. United States Attorney Clay Fowlkes of the Western District of Arkansas announced the sentences, which took place at the... Read More.

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State Of Arkansas To Observe John H. Johnson Day With A Celebration Of Culture And History

Thursday, October 10 by Alex Bivens

The State of Arkansas Annual John H. Johnson Day will celebrate the memorial holiday in Arkansas City November 1, 2024. Hosted by the Friends of John H. Johnson Museum, John H. Johnson Day: A Celebration of Culture and History, daylong event honoring the life and... Read More.

Late-Night Confrontation Leads to Fatal Shooting in Lonoke County

Wednesday, October 9 by Luke Matheson

The Lonoke County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man in connection with a homicide that took place at around 1:12 a.m. on Tuesday, October 8. Deputies were dispatched to a residence on Highway 236 East following reports of a missing minor. On their way to... Read More.

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