Israelis mourn deadly Oct. 7 attack, 3 years later
In southern Israel, families mourned at intersections, bomb shelters, and the site of a music festival that Hamas-led militants overran three years ago.
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Benton County investigating AirTag found on Lowell council member's car
Councilmember Emilee Reach said she found an AirTag attached to her car in June, and the sheriff's office is currently investigating.
Fayetteville bans county funds, property for Flock camera use
City leaders voted unanimously, 7-0, to approve an ordinance that prohibits the use of city funds or property for Automatic License Plate Reader systems.
Frozen blueberry recall expands to 30 states over E. coli fears, Walmart and Trader Joe's affected
Chilean producer Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. expanded its recall of frozen fruit sold at Walmart and Trader Joe's due to potential E. coli contamination.
Argentina bids Messi farewell in final national team match, ending an era
Lionel Messi retires as a national hero whose triumphs offered Argentines relief from years of political and economic turmoil.
'Dancing with the Stars' live tour coming to 60 US cities
The "Dancing with the Stars" live tour will hit 60 cities across North America starting in 2027.
Expedition crew from Indiana prepares to search for Amelia Earhart's plane wreckage
The Purdue expedition crew plans to travel six days to Nikumaroro, Kiribati to search for Amelia Earhart's plan wreckage.
Community Blood Center of the Ozarks asking for help after 'unusual' weekend surge
CBCO is urging O-positive and O-negative donors to give blood after 220 units of O-positive blood were used for several trauma cases over the weekend.
School districts across the US banned a record number of books during the 2025-26 school year, report says
PEN America said 11,982 books were banned in a single school year, with the overwhelming majority of the bans happening in two states.
Centerton Animal Services asking for public's help after taking in 19 dogs in one day
"These 19 dogs are safe; they are receiving care, and their futures have just begun."
2 meteor showers peak in October. Here's when and where you can watch them
October offers a celestial spectacle with two meteor showers peaking. Here's what to know about when and how to watch them.
Arkansas 2026 General Election Guide: Who's on the ballot
See every candidate in Arkansas' 2026 general election, from governor and U.S. Senate to Fort Smith mayor, Fayetteville city council, and county races.
Rogers motorcycle crash leaves one person dead
RPD said an investigation found the driver of the passenger vehicle was at fault and they were cited for improper or unsafe lane change.
Oscar-winning actress Eva Marie Saint dies at 102
Eva Marie Saint died in her Los Angeles, California, home on Tuesday, a representative said.
3 women arrested in Washington County during human trafficking investigation by AG's office
According to jail records, Wei, 41, is from Springdale; Li, 63, is homeless; and Wen, 55, is from Irvine, California.
Austin McCollum released from jail a week after stalking arrest
McCollum posted his $75,000 and $150,000 bonds on Tuesday, a week after he was arrested a second time. He now has to wear an ankle monitor as his cases continue.
Attorneys say Christa Pike is 'conscious and speaking' after failed execution
Christa Pike's attorneys say she is "conscious and speaking" nearly a week after a failed execution attempt in Tennessee.
When will Social Security COLA for 2027 come out? Here's what to know
The annual COLA announcement will reveal how much money retirees will receive on their checks every month starting in January 2027.
Record Store Day Black Friday 2026. See the full list of releases
Record Store Day unveils 180 exclusive albums for Black Friday.
Washington state man arrested in connection to February school shooting in British Columbia
A 30-year-old Washington state man is accused of communicating with the shooter in the February mass shooting that left nine dead and 25 injured in Canada.
Student loan borrowers have more time to reduce their interest rate. Here's what to know.
Student loan borrowers now have until the end of 2026 to enroll in auto pay and have their interest rate reduced by 1%. Here's what to know.
World Space Week is here. Here’s what to know about the annual celebration
World Space Week runs Oct. 4 to Oct. 10 and commemorates the launch of Sputnik 1 and the signing of the Outer Space Treaty.
Daily Dose: Heart failure deaths climb, blood pressure treatment gaps and fall allergy clues
Heart failure deaths reach a new high, with the sharpest rise in younger adults. Plus, blood pressure care gaps and allergies for the Daily Dose health headlines.
After Christa Pike's failed execution, here is where all 50 states stand on the death penalty
It is nearly a 50-50 split on states that allow the death penalty.
National Taco Day: Deals and discounts from Moe's Southwest Grill, Chuy's and more
Some fan-favorite restaurants are going big this National Taco Tuesday, offering deals and freebies on Tuesday, Oct. 6
Texas mom charged with capital murder in the deaths of her two sons; father seeks answers
Scott Pitre of Texas just recently spent a weekend at the lake with his sons. Now, he's planning their funerals. Their mother has been charged with capital murder.
R&B singer Freddie Jackson has died, his family says
R&B singer Freddie Jackson, known for hits such as "You Are My Lady" and "Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)" has died, his family announced on social media.
Does your neighborhood go all out for Halloween? Reese’s is searching for America’s trick-or-treatiest street
Reese’s is searching for America’s best Halloween street, with 150 finalists competing for a neighborhoodwide celebration and bragging rights.
Emmy Awards moving to Prime Video in 2027 in 6-year deal — and you won't need a subscription to watch
The Emmy Awards are moving to Prime Video beginning in 2027 in a six-year deal that ends a seven-decade run of broadcast networks airing the ceremony.
Signs and symptoms of dengue to watch for if you're traveling to Florida
Florida has reported more than 250 cases of locally acquired dengue, a mosquito-borne disease that a flu-like illness with muscle aches and fevers.
73-year-old Arkansas man dies after Missouri plane crash, sheriff says
Upon arrival, authorities reportedly found a lightweight airplane downed in the front yard of a residence.
Dolly Parton's newest hotel and museum is now open in Nashville
Promoters described Dolly Parton's new Nashville museum as "a love letter to the city of Nashville."
Paramount and Warner Bros. have merged. Will streaming get more expensive?
Could Paramount+ and HBO Max become one streaming platform now that their parent companies have merged? Details about the plan are still unclear.
Paramount and Warner Bros are now one Hollywood giant: Skydance. Here's how we got here
Paramount's $81 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery creates a media giant, bringing two of America’s oldest moviemaking studios together.
Taylor Swift dethrones Ella Langley's record-breaking 'Choosin' Texas' on Billboard Hot 100
After a record-breaking 24 weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100, Taylor Swift's new single, "Patient Zero," has dethroned Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas."
Siloam Springs man facing 10 counts of video voyeurism
Benton County investigators found 11 images and one video “of concern” during a court-ordered forensic examination of Justin Carr’s cellphone.
President Trump signs order extending tax-free use of red-dyed diesel during midterm stop in Nebraska
With just four weeks until Election Day, President Trump signed an executive order to ease limits on the tax-free use of red-dyed diesel amid high fuel prices.
Lawsuit claims Starbucks ‘sugar-free’ protein drinks contain up to 21 grams of sugar
Starbucks is facing a class-action lawsuit over claims that eight protein drinks labeled "sugar-free" contain up to 21 grams of sugar.
Give Where You Live | Here's what you need to know for the annual food drive
Join the 12th Annual Give Where You Live Food Drive with 5NEWS, and help fight local hunger by donating to regional food banks at participating Harps stores.
Kraft Mac & Cheese is bringing its cheesy flavor to ramen. Here’s what to know.
Kraft Mac & Cheese is launching Cheesy Ramen in three flavors, marking the brand’s first move into a new food category in nearly 20 years.
Their combined birthweight made headlines. Now, 'Heavyweight Twins' turn 90
When Les and Les Koehnen were born in 1936, they were thought at the time to be among the nation’s heaviest newborn twins ever.
Hearing on Kilmar Ábrego Garcia’s deportation case abruptly canceled
Kilmar Ábrego Garcia on Tuesday will be back in federal court, where the federal government will continue its attempt to deport him in an 18-month saga.
UK police arrest a 7th man in connection with a security incident at a US-run air base
British police said a 22-year-old man has been arrested in London on suspicion of terror offense over incident at U.S.-run air base.
This Dallas artist turned his yard into a creepy hospital filled with 40 mannequins
Steven Novak says the mannequins wear hospital bracelets bearing the names of his ex-girlfriends as part of the joke.
Amazon, Target and Walmart all have fall sales this week. Here's what discounts they're offering.
Amazon isn't the only retailer holding an October sale though, as other major stores try to jump in on the early holiday shopping trend.
'Carrie' cast, creator preview modern adaptation of Stephen King's first book
All eight episodes of "Carrie" are released Wednesday, Oct. 7, on Prime Video.
President Trump approves firing squad for 2009 Fort Hood shooter
The approval comes days after Tennessee failed to execute convicted killer Christa Pike with a lethal injection, igniting public debate over the death penalty.
Man living in Congo who returned to Kenya is country's first confirmed Ebola case and first death
A Kenyan citizen who was living in Congo before returning to Nairobi over the weekend became Kenya’s first confirmed case of Ebola and the country’s first death.
Jim Bakker, who built ‘PTL Club’ televangelism empire and went to prison for fraud, has died at 86
Jim Bakker, who built a huge TV following and evangelical empire with his first wife, Tammy Faye, which later collapsed in scandals and financial crimes, has died.
Getting a US passport may soon get much easier
First-time U.S. passport applicants will be able to apply online in 2027, including submitting a phone photo, paying securely and tracking delivery.
Arkansas to receive $10M from nonprofit co-founded by Olivia Walton to improve maternal care
The money could expand postpartum care, home visits and the maternal health workforce as many rural Arkansas mothers face limited options
Did anyone win Powerball's $467M jackpot? Here are the winning numbers for Oct. 5
Powerball's $467 million jackpot awaits a winner; check your tickets to see if you won a prize.
'We’re here to save lives': How a rural Georgia hospital mobilized to help 26 patients from a mass shooting
Two people were killed and dozens of others were hurt in a Georgia shooting on Sunday. Here's how one hospital responded to treat victims.
Michigan police investigate whether deaths of 5 men along river trail are connected
A man was charged on suspicion of murder in one of the cases. It's unclear if he was involved in the other deaths.
McDonald’s giving away free bottles of pickle brine for marathon season
McDonald's is giving free bottles of "pickle boost" brine to runners during Chicago's marathon weekend.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy tours major projects across Northwest Arkansas, River Valley
“You are a multimodal hub, right? Water, roads, aviation, and it's a testament to all of the businesses that reside in this part of the country,” Duffy said.
NFL suspends 2 referees after altercations with players during Sunday games
This isn’t the first time an official has been punished for interactions with a player on the field.
US enduring worst year for measles in 35 years, CDC says
Large outbreaks have been reported in several states since the beginning of last year.
Judge raises bond in Austin McCollum's domestic battery case to $75K
Judge Brad Karren declined to reduce the $150,000 cash-only bond set by District Judge Jeff Connor in McCollum's separate stalking case.
Starbucks unveils its 2026 holiday menu
The coffee chain unveiled a new lineup of drinks and treats with some fan favorites set to return.
Robert Kelker-Kelly, 'Days of Our Lives' and 'General Hospital' star, dies at 62
The soap opera star appeared on three major TV shows, and worked alongside Lisa Rinna.
Getting too many political texts and calls? Here's how to opt out
The midterm election is just weeks away, which is why you could be experiencing an influx political texts and calls.
Watch: Robots get fiery 'Terminator' farewell in Finland with Schwarzenegger cameo
A California-based AI company staged a fiery farewell for its retired robots, inspired directly by Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Alzheimer’s Association to host Northwest Arkansas, River Valley walks
Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest fundraiser to fight the disease. You can register a team for the Northwest Arkansas and River Valley walks for free.
63-year-old beaten after Missouri traffic crash welcomed home with limo, police escort
Lance Jeffries, 63, received a hero’s welcome home from the hospital following a viral attack in Missouri. Four suspects face charges as he recovers.
Daily Dose: New cancer research, PMOS and the impacts of chewing gum
One in eight cancers are tied to infections we can prevent or treat, new research says. Plus, PCOS has a new name, and is gum good for teeth?
Nestlé Toll House to release first-ever advent calendar with new holiday cookie flavors
Nestlé Toll House introduces its first-ever advent calendar, a 12-day festive countdown filled with new and classic baking treats.
Nearly 750K eye drops recalled over sterility concerns
The recall involving eye drop bottles includes nine products, including lubricant eye drops, hypertonicity eye solution and a nighttime eye ointment.
Some Equifax customers could be owed money from a class action settlement. See if you're eligible for a payout
The settlement brings a close to almost four years of litigation, according to the settlement website.
Alex Ovechkin says his 22nd NHL season will be his last, begins farewell tour with Washington Capitals
Alex Ovechkin will retire after his 22nd NHL season, ending a record-breaking career with the Washington Capitals.
Former ‘American Idol’ singer Caleb Flynn sentenced for wife's murder
A former Ohio music pastor who once appeared on “American Idol” has been sentenced after a jury convicted him of murdering his wife while he was having an affair.
2 killed, including 1 student, in multi-vehicle crash in Florida that involved a school bus
A multi-vehicle crash in Florida that involved a school bus resulted in two deaths, including one student, according to Polk County officials.
True Food Kitchen files for bankruptcy, closes 12 restaurants
True Food Kitchen files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as it closes 12 locations and seeks a partner to boost its financial health.
Wagoner man dies in motorcycle crash near Prairie Creek
Spencer Pack was ejected after hitting a guardrail on AR-12 near Heritage Bay, according to the fatal crash report.
Plague researcher in Russia dies after contracting pneumonia of 'unknown' cause: What we know
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he doesn’t think there is cause for alarm after unconfirmed reports that a woman in Russia might have died of pneumonic plague.
Dennis Hastert, longtime Republican House speaker who went to prison, dies at 84
Dennis Hastert, who served as House speaker longer than any other Republican but later was sent to prison in a hush-money case, has died at 84 years old.
Millions of Gatorade bottles recalled in 37 states over missing dye disclaimers
The Gatorade recall centers around two food coloring dyes that weren't disclosed and could affect people with specific allergies or sensitivities to dyes.
Actor-comedian Reggie McFadden dies at 57
Reggie McFadden was best known for starring in 23 episodes of the sketch comedy show "In Living Color."
Washington County Sheriff's Office says missing woman found
A woman reported missing on Oct. 5 was located safe.
LaMonica Garrett previews role in action thriller 'Man of War'
"Man of War" is now streaming on MovieSphere+.
President Trump urges Republicans to 'vote by mail' despite past criticism
"Do not wait. Go out and vote. Vote early, vote by mail or vote in person on Election Day, Nov. 3," President Trump said Saturday in a post on social media.
How to watch the 2026 WNBA semifinals
Gabby Williams drives the Golden State Valkyries into the WNBA semifinals against defending champions, the Las Vegas Aces, while New York Liberty faces Atlanta Dream
Today is the last day to register to vote in Arkansas | What you need to know
Arkansas voters have until today to register for the Nov. 3 general election, with early voting set to begin Oct. 19.
Here's what we know about the rural Georgia mass shooting that killed 2, injured 35
More than 1,000 people were gathered for a block party on Sunday when more than 50 shots were fired into the crowd. Two people were killed and dozens were injured.
Shemar Moore previews returning as Hondo in spinoff 'S.W.A.T. Exiles'
New episodes of "S.W.A.T. Exiles" are released Fridays on STARZ.
Josh Hartnett, co-stars preview Netflix thriller 'Below'
"Below," co-starring Josh Hartnett, Mackenzie Davis and Charlie Heaton, begins streaming Thursday, Oct. 8, on Netflix.
A new Supreme Court term begins with cases on climate change, immigration and gun rights
Climate change, weapon bans and religious rights are all on the docket this term as the Supreme Court begins hearing arguments.
US Air Force removes all bombers from British air base targeted by a suspected terror attack
The U.S. Air Force has brought home its bombers stationed at a U.S.-run military air base in England used to strike Iran.
Woman arrested in California for allegedly spying on Taiwanese officials for China
Per the affidavit, Wanying Zhang allegedly traveled to Seattle last year and conducted surveillance on a close relative of a Taiwanese government official.
Arkansas lawmakers begin budget meetings ahead of 2027 legislative session
At least 13 budget hearings are scheduled between Oct. 6 and Nov. 6. Pre-filing for bills and resolutions begins Nov. 16, and the session starts Jan. 11.
Woman jumps from window, 3 officers hurt after rescuing toddler from New Orleans fire
According to New Orleans police, the officers were helping firefighters with rescue efforts at an apartment building.
Texas firefighters band together to support captain's son battling Stage 4 cancer
Conway Frost is the son of Corpus Christi Fire Department Captain Patrick Frost, a firefighter and paramedic who has dedicated years to serving the community.
WATCH: Firefighters rescue dog trapped in car after crash in California
The Ventura County Fire Department said the crash happened near Malibu, California, along the state's Pacific Coast Highway.
Agrish adult bed rail recall expands to include 30,000 more units
Agrish expanded a January recall of multiple portable adult bed rails because they "do not comply with federal CPSC safety guidelines."
State lawmakers explore ending Arkansas's CES waiver waitlist
Lawmakers and parents met at the Arkansas Capitol on Friday to address the growing waitlist for disabled children in need of state-funded medical support.
US Marine's arrest in a killing on Okinawa triggers outrage in Japan
The Okinawa prefectural police said they arrested a 20-year-old Marine stationed at the Futenma Air Station on suspicion of killing a 39-year-old local woman.
President Trump names national intelligence director Jay Clayton to lead a new AI task force
President Trump is calling it the “Super Intelligence Force,” because he has tried to rebrand AI as “super intelligence.”
Christa Pike's lawyer says she has not regained consciousness since her failed execution
Her prognosis might not be known for days more, one of her lawyers said Sunday.
No arrests made in Georgia shooting that killed 2, injured 35 others, officials say
Officials said more than 1,000 people were at the homecoming block party in Georgia, and more than 50 shots were fired in at least two locations about a block apart.
'Jane Doe' solidarity posts flood social media after Cornell rape lawsuit
The outcry reminds many of the energy at the heights of the #MeToo movement, which exploded a decade ago.