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Kia recalls thousands of EVs and hybrid vehicles.
25/01/2025

Kia recalls thousands of EVs and hybrid vehicles.

The recall covers 80,255 2023-2025 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and Hybrid vehicles.

Whether it be a business or a traffic stop, human trafficking is often referred to as a crime hidden in plain sight
25/01/2025

Whether it be a business or a traffic stop, human trafficking is often referred to as a crime hidden in plain sight

“Heartbreaking ... "
25/01/2025

“Heartbreaking ... "

A community is mourning the loss of a family of four who died in an apartment fire Wednesday morning.

To maintain global leadership in AI technology, “we must develop AI systems that are free from ideological bias or engin...
25/01/2025

To maintain global leadership in AI technology, “we must develop AI systems that are free from ideological bias or engineered social agendas,” Trump’s order says.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on artificial intelligence Thursday that will revoke past government policies his order says “act as barriers to American AI innovation.”

Counterfeit airbags are a growing problem in used cars, and most drivers have no idea if one is installed in their vehic...
25/01/2025

Counterfeit airbags are a growing problem in used cars, and most drivers have no idea if one is installed in their vehicle.

Counterfeit airbags are a growing problem with at least three deaths linked to fake parts. Our investigators uncover how you can protect yourself.

The Harrisburg Hornets played in the old Weiner High School gym for one of the first times since the school closed in 20...
25/01/2025

The Harrisburg Hornets played in the old Weiner High School gym for one of the first times since the school closed in 2013.

“No marriage, no kids. It feels like family when I’m here.”
25/01/2025

“No marriage, no kids. It feels like family when I’m here.”

A Minnesota hospital volunteer has put in 43,566 unpaid hours at a place that feels like home to him.

Survivor advocates were on the scene when the Jonesboro Police Department teamed up with the Attorney General’s office t...
25/01/2025

Survivor advocates were on the scene when the Jonesboro Police Department teamed up with the Attorney General’s office to raid two massage parlors on Thursday afternoon.

DJ Unk, an Atlanta rapper known for the hit single “Walk It Out” has died, according to TMZ.
25/01/2025

DJ Unk, an Atlanta rapper known for the hit single “Walk It Out” has died, according to TMZ.

The National Zoo's two new pandas are ready to make their mark!
25/01/2025

The National Zoo's two new pandas are ready to make their mark!

Giant Pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao made their public debut at the zoo on Friday.

The four female soldiers will be released Saturday.
25/01/2025

The four female soldiers will be released Saturday.

Hamas announced on Friday that it would release four female soldiers held hostage for 15 months in Gaza.

Fire crews said it was his quick-thinking actions that helped save his family!
24/01/2025

Fire crews said it was his quick-thinking actions that helped save his family!

Find something to do this weekend!
24/01/2025

Find something to do this weekend!

Each Friday at 11:30 a.m. on Roku, FireTV, and AppleTV, Good Morning Region 8 Anchor Chase Gage previews weekend happenings around our viewing area.

“He said as they were riding around, he decided to kill Blagg.”
24/01/2025

“He said as they were riding around, he decided to kill Blagg.”

Craighead County District Court Judge David Boling found probable cause Friday to charge 30-year-old Ethan Edward Curtis of Orlando, Florida, with second-degree murder in the 2021 death of Lesslie Blagg.

FURRY FRIDAY: Penny is a five-year-old Beagle looking for a happy home. If you would like to adopt her, call the NEA Hum...
24/01/2025

FURRY FRIDAY: Penny is a five-year-old Beagle looking for a happy home. If you would like to adopt her, call the NEA Humane Society at 870-932-5185.

Penny is a five-year-old Beagle looking for a happy home. If you would like to adopt her, call the NEA Humane Society at 870-932-5185. For more Local News ...

Target joins Walmart and several other prominent American brands in scaling back diversity, equity, and inclusion initia...
24/01/2025

Target joins Walmart and several other prominent American brands in scaling back diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

House Bill 1219, filed by Republican Rep. R. Scott Richardson of Bentonville, would also require those cameras to be rec...
24/01/2025

House Bill 1219, filed by Republican Rep. R. Scott Richardson of Bentonville, would also require those cameras to be recording when officers interact with the public.

Two Jonesboro women arrested as part of AG's Operation Obscured Vision statewide raids of illicit massage parlors. Watch...
24/01/2025

Two Jonesboro women arrested as part of AG's Operation Obscured Vision statewide raids of illicit massage parlors. Watch the Arkansas AG news conference here >>

The statewide operation targeted illicit massage parlors throughout the state to crack down on human trafficking in the state.

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LIVE at the Be The Hero Blood Drive! Our Maddie Sexton gives us an update on how the blood drive is going

Be the Hero and give the gift of life
Be the Hero and give the gift of life

Chase Gage tells us how you can make a difference in the lives of patients in Region 8.

On Hold - Emergency Delays
On Hold - Emergency Delays

In an emergency, every second matters. InvestigateTV+ uncovers ambulance wait times Tuesday on K8-ABC at 4:30. #FirstResponder #EMT #Paramedic #Ambulance #Emergency

Kristina's Midday forecast, Jan. 21
Kristina's Midday forecast, Jan. 21

Another extremely cold day in Region 8. Meteorologist Kristina Balentine tells when we can expect a warm up.

Barefoot Trail
Barefoot Trail

Did you know there could be benefits to walking barefoot? InvestigateTV+ reveals a barefoot hiking trail Monday on K8-ABC at 4:30. #Hiking #Trail #Park #BarefootHiking #Barefooting #HikingTrail #Outdoors

Vet's Dog Tags Returned
Vet's Dog Tags Returned

This veteran’s dog tags were lost in Vietnam over 50 years ago. InvestigateTV+ reveals how they were returned, Tuesday on K8-ABC at 4:30.#Veteran #DogTag #Vietnam #VietnamVet #VietnamVeteran

Ark. Governor Sanders Gives State of the State Address
Ark. Governor Sanders Gives State of the State Address

Ark. Governor Sanders Gives State of the State Address

Let's hit the town! Take A Road Trip and see what all Downtown Jonesboro has to offer. Chris Hughes

Port Safety
Port Safety

Following the tragedy in the Baltimore harbor, port safety has been a top priority around the country. InvestigateTV+ digs deeper Monday on K8-ABC at 4:30. #FrancisScottKeyBridge #Port #PortSafety #Ship #Cargo

When snow became a reality - the K8 Storm Team prepared you days in advance...

Drone video over the Pacific Palisades in California shows the destruction left behind by the Palisades Fire. | Story: https://www.kait8.com/2025/01/09/out-of-control-los-angeles-wildfires-burn-thousands-homes-other-structures/

WHOA: The Oklahoma Highway Patrol said a trucker reaching for a bottle of water crashed into another semi Monday on I-40. (Credit: Oklahoma Highway Patrol /TMX) Story: https://www.kait8.com/2025/01/10/truck-driver-crashes-into-semi-while-reaching-water-bottle-troopers-say/

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