Wrong bear killed after Missouri man attacked in Arkansas: Officials
A bear killed by wildlife officials in Arkansas earlier this month, initially believed to have killed a Missouri man, is not the same bear responsible for the deadly attack, officials say.
Cody Johnson to perform at Simmons Bank Arena in North Little Rock
Country music star Cody Johnson will perform live at Simmons Bank Arena in North Little Rock on March 28th, with tickets available for purchase on November 7th.
Arkansans turn out for National Drug Take Back Day
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansans across the state were turning in their unused and expired medications on Saturday. According to the North Little Rock Police Department, they were able to collect about 556 pounds of prescription drugs. The purpose of the program is to help reduce the risk of prescription drug...
Little Rock School District asks to join federal lawsuit against the LEARNS Act
The Little Rock School District has filed a lawsuit to join a federal lawsuit opposing the LEARNS Act, which provides vouchers for private education and diverts funds away from public schools.
Louisiana Governor Declares State of Emergency Over SNAP Benefits – As Arkansas Faces Similar...
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has declared a state of emergency to fund what is still known to many as food stamps, as the federal government shutdown continues. As Louisiana Public Radio and nonprofit Louisiana Illuminator report, due to the federal government shutdown holding up funds, the United States Department...
Arkansas Child Care Providers Ask for Help After Changes to School Readiness Program
Arkansas’ child care system needs additional funding to avoid widespread closures and layoffs due to changes to the state’s financial aid program for low-income families, providers told the state Early Childhood Commission during a Wednesday work session. A survey of providers found that about a quarter of them,...
Arkansas WIC sustainable until mid-November as federal shutdown continues, health officials say
Arkansas’ nutrition assistance program for low-income women and children has continued “uninterrupted” during the federal government shutdown that began Oct. 1, but its current funds will only keep it operational until mid-November, state Health Department Chief of Staff Don Adams said Thursday. The Special...
Amazon LIT1 in Little Rock extends closure as structural issues prompt longer downtime
LITTLE ROCK, AR (KATV) — Until November 8, Amazon LIT1 in Little Rock will be closed due to errors stemming from its building structure in an effort to meet the local building code's requirements. Initially, the closure was scheduled for October 22, in which the company planned to close...
Majority of Arkansans support extending ACA subsidies
It’s estimated more than 43,000 Arkansas residents who get their health care through the Affordable Care Act will lose coverage by 2034. As the federal government shutdown continues and Congress debates the future of the ACA, a new poll shows more than three-quarters of Americans want the tax credits, set to expire...
Strong Cold Front to Bring Wind, Rain to Oklahoma and NW Arkansas
Tulsa, OK – A strong cold front is set to sweep across Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas, bringing gusty winds, rain, and a sharp drop in temperatures this week. The National Weather Service is warning residents to prepare for challenging weather conditions, especially on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Cold Front:...

















