Little Rock AR

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Today marks a special occasion in Little Rock as the city officially celebrates Kretz Simmons Day, honoring a man who has dedicated over two decades to transforming the lives of more than 900 children through tennis. Simmons, who has coached at the Baseline Tennis Center...

The FBI is warning Arkansas residents about the latest scam tactics being used by scammers who are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to gain access to a person's money. By using the latest AI technology, scam artists can exploit unsuspecting victims by gaining their trust through manipulation and going as far...

FAULKNER COUNTY, Ark. (KATV) — A Faulkner County Sheriff's Office Deputy recruit saved his field training officer after a devastating accident involving both deputies. On July 21, Recruit Deputy Matthews and Field Training Officer Deputy McLain were responding to a high-priority call involving an officer from the...

Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for July 26, and notable births and deaths of native Arkansans born on this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other media archives, and legal records. Historical Arkansas events and...

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Get ready for a weekend packed with fun and community spirit at the Otter Creek Community Outreach Event this Saturday, July 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 13000 Quail Run Dr. This free, family-friendly event promises a variety of activities and resources for...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Comparing this year to last, violent crime is slightly down in Little Rock, but in just the northwestern portion of the city, it's up significantly, at 15%. Homicides in that area are up 267%. Northwest Little Rock is where Nikki Lewis found her 17-year-old...

CONWAY, Ark. (KATV) — Conway has become a leader in the state for its use of roundabouts, boasting 36 of them over the past 20 years. City and transportation officials assert that these traffic circles are not only safer but also more cost-effective than traditional intersections. Ellen Coulter, spokesperson...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — When you look up in the sky you've gotten used to seeing the sun or maybe even an airplane — but how about a drone?. Thanks to a grant called S.O.A.R., there are now drones in the air that the Little Rock Police Department (LRPD) can use to assist with processing crime scenes and missing persons...

Sammy’s Bookshelf, a new bookstore in Little Rock, will host its grand opening Aug. 2. Sammy’s Bookshelf is named after a statue that store owner Lisa Hulett had in her home for years. It’s a sculpture by Dennis Smith called “Girl Reading” that depicts a girl lying on her stomach, reading a book.

Expect hot and humid conditions with highs in the mid to upper 90s and heat index values climbing into the triple digits on this Saturday. A few scattered showers or thunderstorms are possible as well, especially the farther west and southwest you go, but overall, the dominant story continues to be the heat.