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Arkansas man files federal discrimination case against Arkansas State Police trooper
A University of Arkansas law student has filed a federal discrimination lawsuit alleging that a trooper with the Arkansas State Police pulled him over for “driving while Black.”
Arkansas bans nearly all abortions in sweeping measure
Law, which supporters hope will force the supreme court to revisit Roe v Wade, does not provide exceptions for cases of r**e or in**st
Arkansas teacher on leave after forcing child to dig in toilet for f***s
A teacher is on administrative leave after she reportedly forced a five year old student to dig in the toilet for their own f***s with their bare hands.
Two dead after small plane crashes in Arkansas
A single-engine Piper PA-38 crashed into rough terrain at about 2 p.m. in the small town of Franklin, about 130 miles north of Little Rock, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
Days after Thanksgiving, COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths surge in Arkansas
Coronavirus hospitalizations reached another record high Monday, days after thousandstraveled around the country for Thanksgiving. Hospitalizations were up 33 to 1,063 and there were 32 more virus deaths reported, pushing the state’s death toll past 2,500. Officials have repeatedly warned Arkansan...
2 killed in small plane crash in northeast Arkansas
Residents called 911 to report a small airplane flying low Monday afternoon in the town of Franklin, about 100 miles (160 kilometers) northeast of Little Rock, and emergency crews discovered two bodies in the wreckage, said Gary Dickerson, Izard County's emergency management director.
1st snow of season possible in Arkansas
It's entirely possible for the first flakes of winter to fly in Arkansas later this week, but it's likely going to be one of those situations where more people are disappointed snow didn't fall where they live. Forgive me if you've heard this before. The greatest chance for any snow will be the high...
Arkansas researchers study links between m**h & stress
Drug abuse is a nationwide problem that we are all too familiar with in Arkansas. Some studies show it's on the rise because of COVID-19.
Arkansas sets priorities for first vaccines
Arkansas doesn't expect to have enough vaccines for everyone until well into 2021. Healthcare workers and high-risk persons will be prioritized. Watch the video above to hear Dr. José Romero of the Arkansas Department of Health explain.
Coronavirus in Arkansas: 1,052 new cases, no additional deaths
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Governor Asa Hutchinson announced 1,052 new cases and no additional deaths due to COVID-19 in Arkansas on Friday, November 27. This is the first time in months there…
FBI: Missing 14-year-old Arkansas girl believed to be in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.- The FBI believes a 14-year-old girl who was reported missing from Fayetteville, Arkansas could be in Albuquerque.
Is Amazon planning a Northwest Arkansas facility?
For the past several weeks, a few Northwest Arkansas Business Journal sources have suggested that idea, pointing to an area in Springdale east of Interstate 49.
Arkansas reaches new record for COVID-19 hospitalizations
The number of total active cases dropped by nearly 60 Sunday as Arkansas saw a record in hospitalizations due to the COVID-19 virus, state health officials said.
COVID-19 in Arkansas: 1,000+ hospitalizations, 1,965 new cases reported
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Arkansas Department of Health reported 1,965 new cases making the total 150,277 cases. There are now 1,028 hospitalized with COVID-19, an increase of 40 from Tuesday. T…
Holiday travel in Arkansas seeing unusual numbers during pandemic
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Holiday travel during a pandemic comes with its own set of hurdles. At the Clinton National Airport, they’re not seeing numbers they’re used to. And some famil…
Arkansas small businesses look to compete against online retailers for holidays
It’s normally the busiest shopping day of the year, but this Black Friday is different. Some shoppers are turning to online stores more than ever this year to avoid COVID-19. “Black Friday is our biggest sale of the year we have worked so hard to build this up over the past seven years, we rent ...
Podcast features small businesses in 3 North Central Arkansas counties
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Even in the best of times, entrepreneurs face challenges of operating small businesses in Arkansas, especially those in rural areas of the state.The Create Bridges team at the University of Arkansas System Division
Coronavirus in Arkansas: 1,349 new cases, 13 new deaths
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The Arkansas Department of Health released an update to the state’s COVID-19 statistics Saturday. Arkansas saw 1,176 confirmed cases of the coronavi…
Arkansas 2020 November General election turnout rates vs. registered voters
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Arkansas was rated among the lowest in voter turnout according to the 2020 November General election turnout. Our Jay Bir created this chart to show the amount of votes co…
Arkansas Has Three Tacklers Among Top 10 in Nation Including Grant Morgan at No. 1
FAYETTEVILLE — According to College Football Stats Page, Arkansas has three tacklers among the Top 10 in the nation including senior linebacker Grant Morgan at No. 1.
Arkansas lawmakers pushing new abortion ban bill, hoping to reach US Supreme Court
With the addition of Justice Amy Coney Barrettto the U. S. Supreme Court, some Arkansas lawmakers are eager to get a pro-life bill in front of the court’s eye. “It’s been very unusual for me as a public servant to see our nation especially this year when we talk about black lives matter, I thi...
Arkansas homeowner receives letter telling him to take his Black Santa down and move
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – An Arkansas man’s response to a racist letter he received after installing a Black Santa inflatable in his yard is going viral.
Arkansas to play at Missouri Dec. 5, game against Alabama rescheduled
Amongst a flurry of schedule revisions, the SEC announced that Arkansas will take on Missouri next Saturday. The Razorbacks' game against Alabama, originally scheduled for Dec. 5, will be moved to a later date. Arkansas was supposed to play Missouri this Saturday, but the game was postponed due to "...
COVID-19 in Arkansas: 2,300+ new cases reported on Thanksgiving
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Health announced that there are 2,348 new cases of COVID-19. This makes the total 152,713 cases. They also said there are 17,588 active cases. 2…
Game preview: Arkansas (1-0) to host North Texas (1-0) at BWA on Saturday
LITTLE ROCK — If you’re wondering what the Arkansas Razorbacks and North Texas Mean Green could possibly have in common, the easy answer is dual demolitions of Mississippi Valley State …
Arkansas logs 1,693 new confirmed COVID-19 cases on Thanksgiving, a record high
Arkansas logged 1,693 new confirmed and 655 probable COVID-19 cases on Thanksgiving, hitting another daily record. Officials have repeatedly warned Arkansans about a post-Thanksgiving surge in cases. They have urged Arkansans not to hold large gatherings for the holiday. For the first time this week...
Arkansas man receives racist letters over Black Santa decorations
An Arkansas man isn’t feeling too much holiday cheer this year after receiving racist letters about the Black Santa decorations he had put up at his home.
Severe weather, high winds possible for Arkansas Tuesday night, Wednesday morning
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Overnight storms could be blowing into Arkansas to make for a windy Thanksgiving week. A warm front lifting over Arkansas Tuesday is bringing in some warmer and more humid air. …
Affidavits: Arkansas student was killed during drug deal
Affidavits say that an Arkansas college student who was fatally shot in August went to meet a man for a drug deal in a campus parking lot that turned into an ambush when a gunman shot at the student’s vehicle.
Arkansas reports nearly 2,400 COVID-19 cases, as both hospitalizations go down
The state of Arkansas saw nearly 2,400 COVID-19 cases reported on Thanksgiving, as both hospitalizations and the number of people on ventilators went down statewide.
Jayden Johnson commits to Arkansas
Cedartown (Ga.) safety Jayden Johnson has committed to the Arkansas Razorbacks. The 6-2, 200-pounder with public with his pledge at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, becoming the Hogs' 20th commitment in the Class of 2021.
Arkansas woman turns 106 after beating COVID-19
Priscilla Boyle’s birthday was an unusual event this year. In addition to turning 106 on Sunday, the centenarian also had to beat COVID-19 this summer.
Arkansas health officials expect quarantine facility's demand to increase after holidays
The Arkansas Department of Health created a quarantine and isolation facility in March to hold Arkansans who are unable to isolate in their current living situation. “With the holiday season coming up the need with the facility is going to increase,” Dr. Appathurai Balamurugan (Dr. Bala) said. D...
Arkansas woman captures doorbell video of large cat near bayou
An Arkansas woman captured a big cat on her doorbell camera that she believes is a mountain lion or cougar. "This was footage captured on my camera in front of my home. It's a residential neighborhood located near a bayou," saidRamona Ruth of Pine Bluff. Ruth has sent the video to Arkansas Game and....
Arkansas man accused of shooting and killing his uncle
EARLE, Ark. — An Arkansas man is behind bars after Crittenden County Sheriff’s deputies say he shot and killed his uncle. Investigators say 19-year-old Cordarius Mason shot his uncle during a…
Arkansas coronavirus hospitalizations surge above 1,000
The number of people in Arkansas hospitalized with COVID-19 hit another record high on Wednesday, crossing the 1,000 mark for the first time since the pandemic began. The state saw an increase of 40 virus hospitalizations to bring the current number to 1,028, Gov. Asa Hutchinson said. That tops Tues...
Arkansan becomes viral TikTok star overnight, southern humor brings millions of followers
ASHDOWN, Ark. — Nanny-Maw is a social media sensation followed by millions. She is hilarious and a bit irreverent, but she has stolen the heart of people across the globe. Turns out, Nanny-Maw is a character portrayed by Kyle Kidd from Ashdown Arkansas.
Arkansas health officials report new issues with virus testing strategy
The message has been loud and clear from public officials; if you are planning to see family for the holidays it is a good idea to get tested. “I think the role of testing is going to become increasingly important,” Dr. Joe Thompson, CEO of Arkansas Center for Health Improvement, said. Dr. Thomp...
White House: Arkansas in the "red zone" for coronavirus cases
Arkansas is in the "red zone" for coronavirus cases, according to the most recent White House Coronavirus Task Force weekly briefing for governors obtained by ABC News.
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