Suspect in vehicle break-ins arrested

By Ray King Several reports of parked vehicles being broken into in White Hall Tuesday resulted In the arrest of a man identified from security video as having been involved. Efrem Neely Jr., 21, was reportedly the driver of a blue Kia that was seen by... Read More.

Police arrest two in Thursday shooting incident

By Ray King Two Pine Bluff men were arrested Thursday during an investigation into a shooting incident that resulted in injuries a third man. Caleb Nelson, 20, and Darius Williams, 20, were taken into custody after officers were sent to Jefferson Regional Hospital following a report... Read More.
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Governor urges Arkansans to take precautions during holidays

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Gov. Asa Hutchinson on Thursday evening implored Arkansans to take precautions during the upcoming holidays as coronavirus cases surge but declined to implement any additional restrictions. “More restrictions on businesses would add a whole host of additional challenges, from increased... Read More.
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Blake Anderson resigns as Arkansas State head football coach

Arkansas State Vice Chancellor for Intercollegiate Athletics Terry Mohajir announced Thursday that head football coach Blake Anderson has resigned to accept the same position at another FBS program. Arkansas State assistant head coach and offensive coordinator Keith Heckendorf has been named interim head coach, and... Read More.
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Desha County Judge closes courthouse

According to the McGehee-Dermott Times News, the Desha County Courthouse will be closed until further notice. Desha County Judge Richard Tindall made the announcement and said, “closed means, for now, an essential basic crew will be working in both the Main Courthouse and the Annex... Read More.
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UAPB knocks off Arkansas State

JONESBORO, AR - Joshuwan Johnson's free throw with 0.9 seconds on the clock lifted the University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff men's basketball team to a 75-74 win at Arkansas State Wednesday night at First National Bank Arena. After the Red Wolves tied the game... Read More.

UAPB WBB cancels Thursday game against Arkansas State

Thursday's University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff women's basketball game against Arkansas State has been cancelled due to Covid-19-related issues. The game will not be rescheduled. The UAPB women are scheduled to play Monday at Louisiana Tech at 6:30 p.m. in Ruston, La.