‘It’s not just a job—it’s a passion’: Little Rock zookeepers honored during Appreciation Week
Before the first visitors arrive and long after they’ve left for the day, a dedicated team of zookeepers is hard at work behind the scenes at the Little Rock Zoo—cleaning enclosures, preparing meals, monitoring animal behavior, and building lasting bonds with the animals in their care.
Four suspects arrested and charged with capital murder for roles in Dupree Park homicide
JACKSONVILLE, Ark. (KATV) — The Jacksonville Police Department have multiple arrests in connection with the July 17 homicide at Dupree Park. On July 18, 20-year-old Jamie Williams of Jacksonville and 20-year-old Mersade Palmer of North Little Rock were both arrested and charged with capital murder. On July 26,...
Memorial held for 15-year-old Saline County girl who died in dog attack
It's been a hard couple of weeks for people who got to experience 15-year-old Makayla Fortner before her death.
Otter Creek church holds community event
The weather cooperated for a community outreach event on Saturday morning at Otter Creek.
Deadline to enter 2025 Grow for the Green Challenge is next Friday
LITTLE ROCK — Producers have one week from today – August 1 – to enter the 2025 Grow for the Green Soybean Yield Challenge. Grow for the Green is sponsored by the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board. Cash prizes will be awarded to producers who reach top yields...
Sissy’s begins new Little Rock location
Sissy's Log Cabin, a family-owned and operated jewelry store, broke ground this week on its future flagship store in Little Rock. The store, located off North University Avenue, is slated to open in fall 2026. Founded in 1970 in Pine Bluff, Sissy's has seven locations across Arkansas and Tennessee. It's...
Roadway safety a concern for Little Rock runners, cyclists
Little Rock's runners and cyclists face significant danger from inadequate infrastructure, and despite tragic incidents, the city's slow progress on bike lanes leaves them with few safe transportation options.
Arkansas deputies recovering from ‘devastating’ crash while responding to attack of a police officer
VILONIA, Ark. — A Vilonia police officer and two Faulkner County deputies were injured after an early morning chase, attack, and crash in central Arkansas on July 21. The Vilonia Police Department (VPD) said that an officer pulled over a car at 5 a.m. on Monday morning for speeding on Highway 64.
Kristi Putnam leaves Arkansas DHS, highlights mental and maternal health accomplishments
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — July 25 marked the final day on the job for Kristi Putnam as head of the Arkansas Department of Human Services. She's stepped down to return home to Kentucky. Appointed by Governor Sanders in early 2023, Kristi Putnam has overseen multiple reforms across DHS,...
The Ultimate Back-to-School Guide for Families in Little Rock
Get ready, families of Little Rock! The countdown has begun, and the first day of school for your little ones in Little Rock is just around the corner. We've got you covered with the ultimate guide to kickstart the school year. Looking for school calendars in Little Rock? Fun back-to-school events in Little Rock?...
