Man accused in Springdale homicide case now facing murder charges in central Arkansas
A North Little Rock man already facing murder charges in connection with a Northwest Arkansas homicide is facing more charges for a separate murder that took place more than 20 years ago.
Police searching for missing 16-year-old in Arkansas
ARKANSAS — The Little Rock Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing teenager. Police said 16-year-old Deriyanna Beasley was last seen in Little Rock. Authorities described Beasley as a Black female who is 5 feet 1 inch tall, weighs about 145 pounds and has brown eyes and black hair. Inves
ARDOT says increased military traffic expected in coming weeks
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas — The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) is warning that drivers should expect more military traffic on the highways in coming weeks. ARDOT said in a release that from May 29 through June 15 an uptick in military traffic will be expected as the National Guard goes to and from yearly tra
Washington Regional announces restructuring plan, will cut 86 jobs
Amidst rising inflation costs, lower reimbursement rates, and shifting state and federal policy, Washington Regional Medical System announced a restructuring plan Thursday (May 28) that will result in 86 job losses. The Fayetteville-based healthcare system stressed that job cuts would have more impact on administrative
‘Medical Emergency’ Diverts Southwest Flight and Medal of Honor Recipient Dakota Meyer Was on...
“We’re going to keep the focus on hoping the individual is doing okay,” a rep for Meyer says
Timepiece: Loud Talkers, Dunkers, and Holy Rollers
Churches and religious faith have always been an important facet of life for people of Arkansas. Presbyterian, Methodist, and Baptist missionaries were some of the first people to move into the region. Many of these arrived to minister to the Indian population years before white man arrived in the area. Dwight Mission
Arkansas’ Top Educator: May be Months to Know How Many 3rd Graders Won’t Advance...
Arkansas’ top education official says it is unclear exactly how many third grade students will be held back, and not advance to the fourth grade for failing to reach mandated standards during end-of-year testing. The literacy standards fall under part of the sweeping education reforms included in the “2023 LEARNS Act.”
Consumer Alert Issued Over Fake Tax Notice Scam Letters in Arkansas
Arkansas consumers are being warned about scam letters posing as official government tax notices that claim recipients owe back taxes or face serious penalties. According to officials, the fraudulent letters threaten tax liens, wage garnishments, and other actions while pressuring Arkansans to pay large upfront fees fo
Suspect arrested after SWAT standoff at Little Rock apartment
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Little Rock police confirmed a suspect is in custody after a SWAT call-out took place at 2701 Main Street on May 27. Officials reported that the suspect had barricaded themselves in an apartment, and negotiators were called to the scene to investigate. At 11:30 pm, the suspect was taken into custody
Jacksonville police arrest suspect in deadly shooting of 6-year-old
The Jacksonville Police Department said officers have arrested a suspect in the deadly shooting of a six-year-old last weekend.

















