Fort Smith leaders review injury pay policy as Lavaca lights up blue for Officer Kyle Newman
Fort Smith reconsiders injury pay after Officer Kyle Newman was shot on duty, as his hometown Lavaca rallies with blue lights to show community support.
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Volunteers preserve historic Coleman Theatre along Route 66 in Oklahoma
Walking through the Coleman Theatre today feels like stepping back to opening night in 1929.
ARDOT says increased military traffic expected in coming weeks
ARDOT said in a release that from May 29 through June 15 an uptick in military traffic will be expected as the National Guard goes to and from yearly training.
Arkansas fire deaths rise as officials stress importance of working smoke alarms
The Arkansas State Fire Marshal's Office says Arkansas has already recorded more fire-related deaths this year than at the same time in 2025.
Crystal Bridges introduces expansion featuring Olivia and Alice Walton
Founder Alice Walton and Board Chair Olivia Walton will be joined by the founding partner of Safdie Architects to reveal the museum's latest project.
Alice and Olivia Walton host panel on Crystal Bridges expansion
The Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art unveils its major expansion in Bentonville on June 6-7, featuring new galleries and community spaces.
Arkansas softball's season ends in one-sided loss to UCLA
That marked the end of a legendary season for Arkansas (46-13), where they made their first-ever trip to the Women's College World Series.
Nephew of Arkansas native killed at Pearl Harbor shares story of uncle’s return home after 84 years
Born in Yell County, Royle Luker was only 17 and had been in the Navy about six months when he was killed in the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor.
ADH issues emergency boil order notice for Elkins over E. coli concerns
The Arkansas Department of Health issued the boil order on May 29 as an emergency measure after E. coli was detected in Elkin's water distribution system.
Fayetteville police searching for missing 9-year-old child
Aaron Hill, 9, was reportedly last seen near Happy Hollow Elementary School at around 4 p.m., Friday, May 15.
Three dead in Franklin County after reported double homicide, standoff
According to KDYN Radio, Crawford County Sheriff Johnny Crocker says the double homicide and fatal standoff occurred on Cat Holler Road on Friday evening.
Arkansas turkey harvest hits 20-year high as AGFC points to weather, habitat work and season changes | 5OUT...
Arkansas turkey harvest hits 20-year high as AGFC points to weather, habitat work and season changes | 5OUTDOORS
Rampy MS Research Foundation fundraising for expanded MS health care in Northwest Arkansas
Rampy MS Research Foundation fundraising for expanded MS health care in Northwest Arkansas
Fort Smith police warn of safety risk after social media reports of 'splatter gun' gatherings
Fort Smith Police warn of minors from local schools planning "splatter gun" gatherings.
Have fun at Dave & Buster’s in Rogers while supporting Make-A-Wish | Around the Corner
Join Danny, Jo, and Lauren at Dave & Buster's in Rogers for a day filled with fun, all while supporting a great cause along with Make-A-Wish.
WATCH: Toddler runs from wrecked car after Arkansas police chase ends in crash
Newly-released video shows a high-speed police chase ending in a crash, with a small child emerging from the wreckage. (Arkansas State Police)
'Training is the key': the lasting legacy of Springdale's first full-time paid fire chief
In 1964, Mickey Jackson, just 23 years old at the time, was selected to serve as Springdale's first full-time paid fire chief.
Higher diesel fuel prices are beginning to take a toll on local trucking companies
One Fort Smith company is doing all it can to avoid passing the increased costs on to its customers.
23-year-old pleads guilty to causing deadly Fayetteville crash during police chase
After his trial date was pushed back multiple times, Cargill was finally set to face a jury on May 18, 2026. However, on May 14, he changed his plea.
Former Rogers middle school teacher sentenced to 31 years in prison
Bradley Quillen pleaded guilty in November 2025 to sexual exploitation of a minor and online coercion and enticement of minors.
Arkansas police arrest two suspects in Greenbrier high-speed crash
Arkansas State Police arrested two people after receiving reports of a high-speed crash on May 7 near U.S. Highway 65 in Greenbrier that left one person injured.
Homeschoolers in Arkansas EFA Program outperform private school students on test scores, data shows
New state data shows Arkansas homeschool students in the EFA program are scoring higher than private school peers on standardized tests.
Beaver Lake Dam releases begin May 14, USACE says
The USACE is asking people to stay away from where water is being released during operations, warning that strong water flow can create dangerous conditions.
New task force formed in Logan County to help with missing person cases
The task force will focus on reexamining evidence and coordinating efforts across agencies in Logan County.