Little Rock & North Little Rock host annual National Night Out events
Across both sides of the river, over a dozen events taking place as part of National Night Out 2026, a night intended to blend communities, police officers and officials together.
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Family continues search for Garland County woman missing more than 70 days
More than 70 days after Edna Nicole “Nikki” Pate was last seen, her family is still searching for answers and asking anyone with information to come forward.
Eva Marie Saint, star of 'North by Northwest' and 'On the Waterfront,' dies at 102
Saint, whose acting work lasted well into her 90s, died at her home in Los Angeles on Tuesday, confirmed family representative Jeff Sanderson.
Intense heat and prolonged drought impacts Arkansas pumpkin patches
Fall can be one of the most profitable times for farms, especially those that open seasonal pumpkin patches. But across central Arkansas, farmers saw a far worse pumpkin harvest than they've had in years past.
ARDOT employees help rescue driver from overturned truck in Little Rock
Two Arkansas Department of Transportation employees on their way to work Tuesday morning found themselves answering a different kind of call for help after coming across an overturned pickup truck outside ARDOT’s Central Office in Little Rock.
Austin McCollum released from Benton County jail
A former Arkansas state representative and county judge candidate has been released from jail following his second arrest this year.
YMCA to close Little Rock, North Little Rock Early Learning Centers
Parents across Central Arkansas are scrambling to find new childcare after the YMCA announced it will close its early learning centers in Little Rock and North Little Rock next month.
Hot Springs teen awaiting trial after gas station brawl now facing charge in alleged jail beating
An 18-year-old awaiting trial for a January assault that left a man hospitalized faces new second-degree battery charges after allegedly attacking another inmate at a detention center in August.
Arkansas Storm Team Forecast: How what's going on in the Gulf could impact Arkansas
The storm that's organizing in the Gulf will likely bring windy conditions to Arkansas on Saturday, October 10. Eastern Arkansas may see showers, western Arkansas may deal with high wildfire danger.
CARTI patient defies odds, celebrates 16 years cancer-free
A busy and successful public relations executive and mom, Stacy Sells was at the height of her career when she was diagnosed with inflammatory breast cancer in 2010. It was a poignant moment for her.
'Medically unprecedented': Christa Pike alive, speaking days after failed execution
Christa Pike is alive and speaking nearly a week after she was given to two lethal injection doses during a failed execution attempt, her attorneys confirmed Tuesday.
Lucky Razorback fan makes half-court shot for $20K
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KLRT) - One Arkansas fan will never forget his Friday night at Bud Walton Arena. 24-year-old Hank Pruitt stepped onto the court during the Primetime at the Palace event with a chance to make a half-court shot — and win $20,000. He did both. Pruitt, who has played basketball his entire life,
Crews respond to house fire in west Little Rock
Fire crews are on the scene of a house fire in a west Little Rock neighborhood on Tuesday.
‘I had cancer, but cancer didn't have me:’ Little Rock woman talks breast cancer survival
At any moment, it can be any woman receiving a diagnosis she never wanted. For Yolanda Foley, that moment came in 2019.
Husband of former Hot Springs school superintendent facing 100 new child pornography charges
Zachary Nehus, the husband of the former Hot Springs school superintendent, is facing 100 counts of child pornography and pandering charges.
Arvest Bank mobile app down due to service issues
Arvest Bank experienced connection issues on its app and website due to a third-party provider and expects to restore services by 1:30 p.m.
Pedestrian involved in semi-truck crash on I-40 in Monroe County
A crash involving a semi-truck and a pedestrian has been reported on Interstate 40 in Monroe County Tuesday afternoon.
Arkansas Game & Fish officials call duck numbers ‘similar to 2025’ due to drought
A prolonged drought in Arkansas and declining mallard populations are expected to negatively impact duck hunting this season.
Central Arkansas PRIDEFest set for third Saturday in October
The Central Arkansas PRIDEFest is scheduled to take place October 14-18 in Little Rock with a series of themed activities aimed at raising awareness for the LGBTQIA+ community.
R&B singer Freddie Jackson dies days after turning 69, family says
The Grammy-nominated singer celebrated his birthday last week.
Pine Bluff officer arrested, placed on leave in connection to Jefferson Co. shooting
Off-duty Pine Bluff police officer Franklin Jiles and Tarqi Jefferson were arrested in connection with a shooting in the Sulphur Springs area of Jefferson County.
Arkansas campaign ad sparks conservative backlash for portraying lazy welfare recipient as white
The decision to portray an unemployed moocher as a young, white, cheeseball-chomping gamer named Brad upset some conservative commentators last week.
DOJ files record number of cases to strip Americans of citizenship
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a record number of cases to strip Americans of citizenship, the department said Monday.
Trial date set in civil case over Bryan Malinowski death
A bench trial is scheduled for August 2027 in a civil lawsuit regarding the March 2024 fatal shooting of former airport director Bryan Malinowski during an ATF raid.
Permanent daylight saving time: Why Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton disagrees with it, despite Trump’s support
Trump went so far as to share his personal cellphone number online. Still, Sen. Cotton isn't supporting permanent daylight saving time.
School book bans hit record high with nearly 12,000 removals, study finds
School book bans have hit a record high at almost 12,000 removals, according to a new report from PEN America, a free-speech organization.
One of the best meteor showers of the year is underway
The Orionids are known as one of the best meteor showers of the year and they are underway.
Jim Bakker, televangelist who built 'PTL Club' empire with Tammy Faye dies at 86
Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker built "The PTL Club" into a hugely successful show, only to lose it all over a sex scandal and financial crimes.
Arkansas Storm Team Forecast: Dry and warm days and cool morning for the rest of the week ...then a weekend rain chance
High pressure is dominating Arkansas through the rest of the week. That will keep it dry and sunny with cool mornings and warm afternoons. The front from the past weekend is stalled out in the Gulf and an area of low pressure seems to be forming along the western edge of that front. When it moves north into the U.S…
Jefferson County man captured after Monday night shooting incident
The Jefferson County deputies are searching for a man after a shooting incident on Monday night.
UALR professor, students weigh in on A.I. debate
The national debate continues on whether or not the federal government should step in and create regulations to slow down or limit the rapidly evolving technology that is Artificial Intelligence.
Central Arkansans weigh in as Trump urges Republicans to pass permanent daylight saving time act
President Donald Trump is increasing pressure on congressional Republicans to approve legislation that would make daylight saving time permanent, singling out Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton as one of the proposal’s most vocal opponents.
Maumelle Fire Department highlights Fire Prevention Week
The focus for the 2026 Fire Prevention Week was lithium-ion safety, according to the Maumelle Fire Department. Jeremy New, fire marshal's office division chief for the Maumelle Fire Department, emphasized how much lithium batteries surround people.
Nolan Wells' family renews calls for federal investigation: 'More questions than answers'
A grand jury found there was not sufficient evidence to charge anyone with a crime in the death of Nolan Wells.
Little Rock School District leaders hear calls to expand career education programs
Little Rock School District board members visited the Metro Career Technical Center on Monday as community members called for increased investment in vocational training amid potential budget cuts.
Pennsylvania measles cases pass 1K mark amid outbreak
Pennsylvania has now recorded more than 1,000 measles cases as of the state's most recent update, exceeding the other state outbreaks by hundreds.
Lonoke man charged after human remains found in county
LONOKE, Ark. – A man has been charged after human remains were discovered Saturday near a home on Joe Baty Road in Lonoke County. 32-year-old Claude Smith Jr., who was already being held at the Pulaski County Detention Center, has been charged with abuse of a corpse. Officials said that additional charges are expected…
Arkansas Storm Team Forecast: Wildfire danger, heat, & tropical development
Mornings this week will be cool to mild, but afternoons heat up quickly. No rain chances this week, so wildfire danger persists. A tropical system in the Gulf could bring tiny rain chances to Arkansas this coming weekend, but it's uncertain.
Lawsuit accuses Starbucks of mislabeling 8 'sugar-free' protein drinks
Starbucks is facing a consumer lawsuit over claims that the protein drinks labeled “sugar-free” on its cafe menus may actually contain more sugar than a Reese’s peanut butter cup.
Former 'Days of Our Lives' actor dies at 62
Robert Kelker-Kelly, who played Bo Brady on the daytime soap opera "Days of Our Lives," has passed away. He was 62 years old.
Former ‘American Idol’ singer Caleb Flynn sentenced to life in prison for wife’s murder
A former Ohio music pastor who once appeared on “American Idol” was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole Monday after a jury convicted him of murdering his wife while he was having an affair.
Benton County judge opts not to revoke Austin McCollum's bond
A Benton County judge has opted to not revoke the bond for former Arkansas State Representative and county judge candidate Austin McCollum, who is facing multiple charges stemming from two separate criminal cases.
North Little Rock man allegedly committed $245,000-plus in Medicaid fraud
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced the arrest of a North Little Rock man, Marcus Jones, who faces felony charges for submitting over $245,000 in fraudulent Medicaid claims.
WATCH: Ryan Silverfield reacts to lopsided loss at Texas A&M and looks ahead to No. 15 Tennessee
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) – Arkansas head football coach Ryan Silverfield Previews No. 15 Tennessee week as the Razorbacks are coming off a lopsided 34-7 loss to the Texas A&M Aggies. Silverfield discusses how elite the Vols defense is, especially their pass rush, as they have the second most sacks in the…
Pneumonic plague: What is it and how dangerous can it be?
The pneumonic plague is nearly always fatal without treatment.
Arkansas voter registration deadline in place for November elections
Today is the final day for Arkansas citizens to register to vote for the upcoming November election.
Hundreds of thousands of eye drop products, many sold at Walgreens, recalled over 'sterility' concerns
Thousands of eyedrop bottles, sold at popular retailers like Walgreens, are being recalled over concerns the drops may not be sterile, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Marshall man gets 80-year sentence after child sexual abuse material guilty plea
A Marshall man named Richard Allan Bradley was sentenced to 80 years in prison on September 28 after pleading guilty to 40 counts of child sexual abuse material.
Kanis Road closed for construction in Little Rock, John Barrow traffic impacted
Traffic on John Barrow Road and Kanis Road will be detoured this week due to ongoing construction.
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders resets special election date for Senate District 18, formerly held by Jonathan Dismang
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders moved the special election for Senate District 18 forward to December 15.
Student among 2 dead after Florida multi-vehicle crash involving school bus
Two people are dead and several injured after a major multi-vehicle crash involving a school bus in Winter Haven, Florida.
Karoline Leavitt joining Fox News
Karoline Leavitt, President Donald Trump's former White House press secretary, is set to join Fox News next month as a contributor.
Supreme Court ends Charleston church shooter’s bid to disqualify trial judge
The Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear the Charleston church massacre shooter’s attempt to disqualify his trial judge from further proceedings over claims that he failed to remain impartial.
Lead found in nearly all cat foods tested in new study
Lead was detected in 99% of products, cadmium in 96% and arsenic in 94%.
Who qualifies for the Trump administration's $90 payments for seniors?
These payments, funded by the Medicare Improvement Fund, are arriving as one-time deposits or checks.
Old State House Museum opening new exhibit in Little Rock
The Old State House Museum will soon open a new exhibit exploring the rise and fall of gambling in Hot Springs.
Arkansas pilot dies after plane crash in Missouri
A Springdale pilot was pronounced dead after a plane crash occurred in Missouri just after 6 p.m. Saturday.
CARTI encourages women to prioritize breast health
As part of its annual breast health campaign, CARTI Cancer Center shared critical information regarding the importance of early detection and debunked common misconceptions about breast cancer risk factors.
El Dorado police make arrest in 2024 Hillsboro Street double-homicide
On Thursday, Oct. 1, El Dorado authorities made an arrest in 2024 Hillsboro Street double-homicide.
Former GOP House Speaker Hastert dies at 84
Hastert was sentenced to prison in 2016 in a hush money case that revealed allegations of decades-old sexual abuse.
Nationwide Gatorade recall receives risk warning: FDA
PepsiCo, Inc. has recalled more than 122,000 cases of Gatorade nationwide over undeclared food colorings, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has now assigned it a risk level.
Arkansas Storm Team Forecast: Cool, crisp mornings this week
Thanks to the passing this past weekend's front, drier air and cloud-free weather is here for most of this week. That will yield cool, crips fall mornings and warm afternoons. The next rain chance comes up from Saturday through Sunday. The exact track of a low out of the gulf will play an impact on how much rain and…
Supreme Court to hear case Monday on if localities can sue oil companies for climate damages
The Supreme Court will hear a major climate case Monday that could determine the future of state and local efforts to recover damages from fossil fuel companies over their role in global warming. The case in question, Suncor v. Boulder, is an appeal of a Colorado Supreme Court decision that allowed claims of climate…
North Little Rock police investigating fatal motorcycle crash
A man died in a crash involving a motorcycle and a vehicle Sunday evening in North Little Rock.
Families come together for annual John Barrow community day
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The John Barrow community came together Sunday for a day of food, family and fun, bringing together people who grew up in the neighborhood and those who now live elsewhere. The celebration gave people a chance to reconnect with family members and old friends while enjoying activities throughout the…
Things To Do in Arkansas This Week (Oct. 5-8)
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Looking for something to do in Arkansas this week? From major concerts and live music shows to film screenings, museum events and community gatherings, there are plenty of opportunities to get out and explore across the Natural State. Whether you're a music fan, book lover, movie buff or simply…
Little Rock teen death metal band releases EP through international label
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Emerging from central Arkansas' extreme metal scene, a trio of teenage musicians from the Natural State has released its unique brand of technical death metal to a global audience. Subserviency, a brutal death metal band featuring 19-year-old drummer and vocalist Samoth Cook and 17-year-old…
Arkansas Storm Team Forecast: The return of the dry forecast
After a few days of clouds and rain to kick off October in Arkansas, dry conditions and steadily warming temperatures are in the forecast this week.
Former UA System President B. Alan Sugg passes away at 88
Former UA System President B. Alan Sugg, Ph.D., passed away on Saturday in Houston, Texas, at the age of 88.
Arkansas College Football Scoreboard: Week 5
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Week 5 of the Arkansas college football season is underway, with teams from across the Natural State in action Saturday at every level of competition. From SEC showdowns to Division II and small-college matchups, here's a look at this week's action. Check back throughout the day for updated scores…
Arkansas Storm Team Forecast: Shower chances come to an end Sunday
After a few days of showers and clouds, shower chances end on Sunday. Temperatures remain less hot in the week ahead, but not much rain is in sight.
Trump posts cell phone number of Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton in fight over daylight saving time
President Donald Trump on Saturday pressured Republican Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas to support a bill to make daylight saving time permanent, posting the personal cellphone number of the chairman of Senate Intelligence Committee and urging Americans to call it. The Sunshine Protection Act passed the House in July, but…
WATCH LIVE: Pig Trail Nation Gameday | Razorbacks on the road at Texas A&M
Get ready for expert analysis, team coverage and all the insights you need as the Hogs gear up for their game against the Texas A&M Aggies.
'Donkey Kong' pros from across the country in Sherwood for 16th Kong Klash
Donkey Kong pros from across the country in Sherwood for 16th Kong Klash
Calebasas talks being a loverboy, working through adversity & 'September's Lover' | Arkansas Soul Sessions
Calebasas brought a calm, collected, but entertaining aura to the session with host Miriam B.
Arkansas High School Football Scoreboard: Week 5
Several Arkansas high school football teams are scheduled to compete in various matchups during Week 5 of the season.
Central Arkansas VA breaks ground on New Mountain Home clinic
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System officials broke ground on a new 17,000-square-foot VA clinic in Mountain Home to expand healthcare access for regional veterans.
Little Rock woman celebrates 100th birthday
A Little Rock woman celebrated her 100th birthday on Friday.
Conway in Phase Three of water curtailment, halting lawn & landscape irrigation
Conway Corp is implementing Phase Three water restrictions starting Monday, requiring residents to halt all lawn and landscape irrigation due to ongoing drought conditions.
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announces $32 to $80 million settlement over PCB environmental contamination claims
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced a settlement of at least $32 million and up to $80 million with Monsanto Company, Solutia, Inc., and Pharmacia LLC to address environmental contamination caused by PCBs.
Hurts Donut Little Rock location closing down and moving over to Hot Springs
After seven years of operation, Hurts Donut is set to close its Little Rock location on October 8 to focus on opening a new 24-7 shop in Hot Springs within the next two months.
Miss Arkansas State Fair Allison Frazier promotes service, pageant opportunities ahead of fair
Miss Arkansas State Fair Allison Frazier is promoting youth involvement in pageants and community service ahead of the Arkansas State Fair opening on Oct. 16 in Little Rock.
Volunteers help clean up Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Wildlife Management Areas
Sixty-six volunteers and Arkansas Game and Fish Commission staff recently collaborated to clean and prepare seven Wildlife Management Areas for the upcoming fall hunting season.
Christa Pike: Emergency hearing granted to preserve evidence after botched execution
Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike is on a ventilator at a Nashville hospital after she was given two lethal injection doses during her failed execution.
Little Rock set for 2026 National Night Out on Oct. 6
Little Rock officials are encouraging residents to attend 2026 National Night Out events scheduled for October 6 at four different locations.
North Little Rock set for 2026 National Night Out events Oct. 3 & 6
North Little Rock officials have announced plans for the 2026 National Night Out, which is scheduled to take place on October 3 and October 6 across several wards.
Tying a bow on the 125th Travs season with General Manager Sophie Ozier | Travs Talk w/ Dylan Price
It’s the final episode of Travs Talk for the 2026 campaign as Arkansas Travelers General Manager Sophie Ozier joins Dylan to recap the year on and off the field.
Paramount, Warner Bros. reveal new name
Once the Paramount and Warner Bros. merger is finalized, the resulting media empire will fall under a new name.
CBS and Tony Romo part ways in wake of July arrest
Tony Romo will no longer be calling NFL games for CBS, according to a statement Friday from the broadcasting company.
Arkansas September revenues exceed projections in latest report
Arkansas gross revenue for September exceeded both projections and the previous year's figures, reaching $2.163 billion year-to-date according to the Department of Finance and Administration.
$2.5 billion Amazon settlement: More payments being sent out, with another round possible
More people now qualify for the massive settlement, which may produce another round of automatic payments next year.
G7 to release 100M barrels of fuel amid high prices
Major economies will release fuel, including diesel, from their stockpiles as prices have skyrocketed in recent weeks.
Ken Urker, partner of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, found dead on 34th birthday
“Ken was an amazing father and a man who was deeply loved," Blanchard said.
Arkansas gem hunter finds a diamond he claims could be worth $1 million
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Jack Pearadin is the first to admit that his diamond-hunting hobby hasn't paid off, despite sifting rocks for more than a dozen years. But earlier this year, the Navy reservist and his friend shoveled a six-carat diamond from a field in Arkansas where he's found over 300 gems so far.
Pentagon sending over 4,000 Marines, sailors to Middle East as buildup ramps up
There are more than 50,000 U.S. service members operating in the Centcom region.
Arkansas Storm Team Forecast: A much-needed rainy Friday and cooler weather too
A slow moving cold front which is pumping in rich Gulf moisture is bringing a high chance of rain to Arkansas today. The highest rain chances and heaviest rain will occur during the morning hours. Then, the rain will generally be lighter this afternoon. Isolated showers will be possible Friday night and Saturday. It…
‘He never met a stranger,’ Remembering NLRFD’s first African American firefighter
James Williams, the first African American firefighter in North Little Rock, passed away at age 84, leaving behind a legacy of mentorship and community service.
Lake Conway renovation project reaches halfway point, remains on schedule
The Lake Conway renovation project in Faulkner County, Arkansas, remains on schedule as it enters its third year, with major infrastructure like the labyrinth weir and auxiliary spillway now complete.
North Little Rock police arrest third suspect in 2021 homicide
Police in North Little Rock have arrested a third suspect in a shooting that left one woman dead and another injured five years ago.
Benton woman gets 2-year federal prison sentence, $540,000-plus in restitution for wire fraud
Angela M. Hoover, a certified public accountant from Benton, Arkansas, was sentenced to two years in federal prison and ordered to pay over $540,000 in restitution for committing wire fraud while serving as a medical clinic's chief financial officer.