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UAMS announces summer research, health scholars programs

Thursday, March 3 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is now accepting applications for its Summer Research Internship, Pre-Health Scholars Program and Pre-Medical Summer Scholars program. The Summer Research Internship is geared toward rising high school juniors... Read More.

Arkansas Senate OKs one-time payments for law enforcement

Thursday, March 3 by Staff

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas lawmakers gave initial approval Wednesday to a plan to give a one-time, $5,000 payment to law enforcement officers around the state. The Senate voted 33-0 in favor of legislation setting aside $50 million for the payments, which Republican Gov.... Read More.

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Governor orders review of state business with Russia

Tuesday, March 1 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson has told agencies to review whether the state has any business contracts with Russia as he condemned its war with Ukraine. Hutchinson on Monday night announced he had sent a letter to his 15 cabinet secretaries... Read More.

Sterling files for state Supreme Court

Monday, February 28 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — An attorney filed Monday to run for the Arkansas Supreme Court after losing a high court bid four years ago despite outside conservative groups spending heavily to target his opponent. David Sterling filed paperwork to run for the state Supreme... Read More.

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Westerman Statement on Russia Invasion into Ukraine

Thursday, February 24 by Deseray Mckinzy

WASHINGTON - In reaction to Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion into Ukraine, Rep. Bruce Westerman (AR-04) released the following statement: "Vladimir Putin’s unprovoked campaign to take over Ukraine must be stopped," said Rep. Westerman. "I call on President Biden and our allies to stand with the innocent people... Read More.

Boozman issues statement on invasion of Ukraine

Thursday, February 24 by Ray King

Wednesday night, U.S. Senator John Boozman issued the following statement after news that Russia had invaded Ukraine. “We pray for the people of Ukraine as their freedom and safety are under grave assault. History will show they have not sought this conflict, but are justified... Read More.

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Appeal filed in voting rights lawsuit

Thursday, February 24 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The American Civil Liberties Union on Wednesday appealed a judge’s decision to dismiss a lawsuit that claims Arkansas’ new state House districts dilute the influence of Black voters in the state. The ACLU filed the appeal on behalf of the... Read More.

Judge dismisses challenge to new state house districts

Wednesday, February 23 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A federal judge on Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit challenging Arkansas’ new state House districts after the Justice Department declined to intervene in the case. U.S. District Judge Lee Rudofsky followed through on his promise to dismiss the suit shortly after the... Read More.

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Sanders, Democratic challengers for Governor file for office

Wednesday, February 23 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Former White House press secretary Sarah Sanders and four Democrats hoping to challenge her for Arkansas governor made their candidacies official Tuesday, as the one-week filing period to run for office in the state kicked off. Sanders, a Republican who... Read More.

Joint Budget Committee unanimously approves the rules for mobile sports betting in Arkansas

Tuesday, February 22 by Staff

Tuesday morning the Joint Budget Committee unanimously approved the rules for mobile sports betting in Arkansas, allowing Arkansan’s to place bets on smart phones beginning March 4, 2022. Pine Bluff’s Saracen Casino released a statement regarding the ruling saying, "We've been working on BetSaracen for a... Read More.

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Candidate filing period begins

Tuesday, February 22 by Ray King

Update: By: Deseray McKinzy The candidate filing period throughout the state and in Jefferson County began on Tuesday, February 22nd and candidates gathered at the Jefferson County Courthouse to file their bids for the local elections. Some of those candidates include Lanette Fraizer, current council member... Read More.

Rats in Family Dollar warehouse cause product recall

Monday, February 21 by Ray King

WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (AP) — More than 1,000 rodents were found inside a Family Dollar distribution facility in Arkansas, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Friday as the chain issued a voluntary recall affecting items purchased from hundreds of stores in the South. A... Read More.

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