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Little Rock man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges
Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. Authorities on Thursday arrested a Little Rock man charged with possession of sexual material involving a child, a news release from Arkansas Attorney General Tim...

North Little Rock's Argenta theater nurtures young stars
North Little Rock, Ark. (KATV) — In the heart of North Little Rock, the Argenta Contemporary Theater has been a beacon for aspiring artists for over a decade. This charming venue has become a nurturing ground for dreams of Hollywood, Broadway, and...

Arkansas prison employees fired after 'Devil in the Ozarks' escape
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — (AP) — Two employees at an Arkansas prison where an inmate known as the "Devil in the Ozarks" escaped have been fired for policy violations, corrections officials said Thursday as they faced questions from lawmakers who said...

Arkansas anglers challenged to help combat invasive black carp, earn cash rewards
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — A challenge for a cause has been announced for Arkansas anglers to take part in that will decrease the spread of an invasive species and receive $100 for a single capture. "Keep, Cool, Call" is a program led by the U.S. Fish...

Arkansas runners lace up for NYC Marathon to support spinal cord research
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Two Arkansas runners, Ebony Mitchell and Claire Tiffin, are gearing up for the New York City Marathon this fall, not just for the thrill of the race but to support a cause close to their hearts. The duo is running on...

Arkansas gas prices rise slightly, still below national average
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — The statewide average for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel in Arkansas has ticked up to $2.83, according to the AAA Arkansas Weekend Gas Watch. This marks a four-cent increase from last week, though it's still 25 cents...

Arkansas task force arrests four in child predator crackdown
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — The Arkansas State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, in collaboration with local law enforcement and Homeland Security Investigations, has arrested four individuals in connection with child predator...

Arkansas AG urges police to enforce loitering laws for public safety
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin is urging local authorities to crack down on loitering, citing numerous complaints from residents and a lack of enforcement by police. "I've had individuals call me and say, 'there are people right out in the...

Arkansas prepares for 2026 election law changes
Election officials from across Northwest Arkansas gathered Thursday to prepare for changes in how the state conducts elections, with several new laws reshaping everything from election dates to voter access.With the 2026 election cycle...

Woman shot twice while sleeping in her Little Rock apartment
by: Ryan Turbeville Posted: Jul 8, 2025 / 04:57 PM CDT Updated: Jul 8, 2025 / 04:57 PM CDT LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Little Rock police said a woman was shot twice while sleeping in her apartment over the weekend. According to an incident report, Little...

Arkansas Asphalt Association launches trade skills scholarship at UACCM
Morillton, Ark. (KATV) — The Arkansas Asphalt Pavement Association is paving the way for aspiring trade professionals with a groundbreaking endowment scholarship at the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM). This...

Arkansas District Uses Technology to Save Money and Time
An Arkansas transportation director and payroll specialist sang the praises of integrated technology company Bytecurve. Using manual paper timekeeping is a common issue in the industry, said Bryan Mitchell, marketing director for Bytecurve parent...

Arkansas prison employees fired after ‘Devil in the Ozarks’ escape

Arkansas football WR Ismael Cisse suffers wrist injury

Arkansas to pilot correctional ‘farm-to-school’ program in Crittenden Co. next school year
NEWPORT, Ark. (WMC) - A new farm-to-school pilot program is set to launch in Crittenden County, Arkansas, next school year. Under the plan, inmates at correctional facilities in Newport, located in Jackson County, will help grow and harvest fresh...

Arkansas Postcard Past: Harrison in 1910
Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. Harrison, 1910: Today we are featuring the rambling wooden Park Hotel — the town’s largest hotel, built around 1900. “Guess will not surprise you to get a postal...

Arkansas Guard aids Texas flood rescue with Black Hawk helicopters
We're learning more about the Arkansas National Guard's role in supporting relief and rescue efforts in Texas. A team of 24 personnel left early Tuesday morning in response to a request from Texas Governor Greg Abbott. The crew is using four UH-60...

Arkansas freshman Meleek Thomas drops 1-word reaction as 5-star Lincoln Cosby transfers to Cooper Flagg’s alma mater
Five-star Class of 2027 prospect Lincoln Cosby is transferring to Montverde Academy, the same high school program that produced 2025 NBA No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg. The 6-foot-9 power forward, who played in the Overtime Elite League last season, is...

Arkansas Board of Corrections faces questions from the state | Two employees fired after Hardin's escape
On May 25, Grant Hardin was let out of a secure gate at the North Central Unit near Calico Rock while dressed in a makeshift uniform. CALICO ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Corrections (DOC) is facing questions by Arkansas lawmakers on...

State, county partnership boosts Arkansas roads with new funding, projects
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, alongside the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, has unveiled over $735,000 in funding for twelve county projects through the Arkansas Unpaved Roads Program (AURP). The initiative aims to...