Issue 3 failed, but Northeast Arkansas largely supported the measure, data shows
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Issue 3 failed in Tuesday’s election, uncertified results show. Some regions of the state rejected the issue, while Northeast Arkansas largely supported it. Issue 3 would have created new economic development zones with their own governing boards. Supporters saw it as a tool for small,...
Former Arkansas Game and Fish Officials Sue for Retaliation Over Suppressed Investigation Report
Two former high-ranking law enforcement officials with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission have filed a federal lawsuit alleging retaliation connected to an effort to obtain an internal investigation report. The lawsuit, filed October 14th, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas, names former Enforcement...
Optimistic Arkansas Dems outline next steps
Arkansas Democrats flipped roughly twice as many state Legislature seats as they expected, and their chair blamed gerrymandering for their failure to win a federal seat. Why it matters: The gains give Democrats more leverage in the state House and renewed hope of winning congressional seats, despite losses at the statewide and federal levels. The latest: The AP finally called the U.S. congressional race for Republican Rep. French Hill with a 4,405-vote lead — taking just under 51% of the vote —
Northwest Louisiana landowners may face a fight over a pipeline, possible land expropriation
A Texas-based company has asked the Louisiana Department of Conservation and Energy for permission to construct and operate the 125-mile Red River Pipeline Louisiana that will stretch from southwest Arkansas to the Robeline Gas Treating Facility in Natchitoches Parish. Dozens of northeast Louisiana landowners have received information from CapturePoint about...
Mississippi-Tennessee Weather Alert: First Fall Frost, Freeze Risk This Weekend
Temperatures could fall near freezing Sunday and Monday mornings, putting sensitive plants at risk.
Report shows Arkansas pump prices keep dropping
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The latest AAA report shows the average price of a gallon of unleaded regular gasoline in Arkansas continues to drop amid lower crude prices. The report showed the average price per gallon in Arkansas is $3.71, down 9 cents from a week ago. It remains, however, $1.06 higher than this time last year.
Six lose homes in early morning Little Rock apartment fire
An early morning fire at a Little Rock apartment complex on Kanis Road displaced six people and triggered traumatic memories for a neighbor who previously lost her mother in a similar blaze.
Little Rock police make arrest in 65th Street deadly shooting
Little Rock police have made an arrest in connection with a shooting that left one man dead and several other people injured.
Dr. James Suen remembered for pioneering care, compassion and lasting impact at UAMS
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Dr. James Suen, a renowned head and neck surgeon whose work brought patients from around the world to Arkansas, died Wednesday, Nov. 4, after a career spanning more than 50 years at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Colleagues and friends remembered the Dermott...
Voters pass 3 of 4 Arkansas ballot issues
Arkansas voters approved measures on citizenship requirements for voting, gun rights and water-project financing Tuesday, but narrowly rejected a proposed economic development amendment. Why it matters: The votes will change the state Constitution and provide a financing mechanism for some of the state's water and environmental needs. The results are per the Arkansas Secretary of State's Office with 100% of the precincts reporting. 🗳️ Issue 1 — Voting The "Citizens Only Voting Amendment" passed
