More than $162,000 is missing from the Lafayette County tax collector's bank account and federal prosecutors are on the case. The county sheriff says he and his wife -- the county treasurer -- are cooperating with...
The Environmental Protection Agency levied a $2.5 million penalty against a big cement maker and required the company to invest $30 million in pollution controls at plants in nine states alleged to have violated the...
The Environmental Protection Agency levied a $2.5 million penalty against a big cement maker and required the company to invest $30 million in pollution controls at plants in nine states alleged to have violated the federal...
An Arkansas veterinary clinic says a 30-pound pet monkey busted out of his steel cage and played with a large orange housecat before he was coaxed back into confinement by a police officer.
An Arkansas veterinary clinic says a 30-pound pet monkey busted out of his steel cage and played with a large orange housecat before he was coaxed back into confinement by a police officer.
The University of Arkansas says a gas line rupture has led to evacuations at its Fayetteville campus.
The University of Arkansas says a gas line rupture has led to evacuations at its Fayetteville campus.
The Central Arkansas Library System is considering a plan to name its new children's library in honor of Hillary Rodham Clinton.
The Central Arkansas Library System is considering a plan to name its new children's library in honor of Hillary Rodham Clinton.
Federal prosecutors are investigating after a state audit found more than $160,000 missing from the Lafayette County tax collector's bank account.
Federal prosecutors are investigating after a state audit found more than $160,000 missing from the Lafayette County tax collector's bank account.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has named Paula Casey as its interim vice provost for research and dean of the graduate school.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has named Paula Casey as its interim vice provost for research and dean of the graduate school.
Highway officials say final paving on the westbound outside lane of Interstate 40 on both sides of the White River bridge will require a detour.
Highway officials say final paving on the westbound outside lane of Interstate 40 on both sides of the White River bridge will require a detour.
An Arkansas panel is reviewing the rules for enforcing a new state law that will require voters to show photo identification at the polls before they can cast a ballot.
An Arkansas panel is reviewing the rules for enforcing a new state law that will require voters to show photo identification at the polls before they can cast a ballot.
Jurors are to hear opening statements in the manslaughter trial of a Little Rock police officer accused in the shooting death of a 15-year-old boy who was caught burglarizing cars at an apartment complex.
Jurors are to hear opening statements in the manslaughter trial of a Little Rock police officer accused in the shooting death of a 15-year-old boy who was caught burglarizing cars at an apartment complex.
A chicken in Scott County is confirmed with avian influenza and state officials have quarantined poultry within a 6.2-mile radius around the infected bird's farm.
A chicken in Scott County is confirmed with avian influenza and state officials have quarantined poultry within a 6.2-mile radius around the infected bird's farm.
A trial is being rescheduled for a man charged in the slayings of two young Arkansas girls and their stepfather.
A trial is being rescheduled for a man charged in the slayings of two young Arkansas girls and their stepfather.
Gov. Mike Beebe has sent a letter to President Barack Obama requesting a major disaster declaration for 12 Arkansas counties that were affected by severe storms, tornadoes and floods beginning in late May.
Gov. Mike Beebe has sent a letter to President Barack Obama requesting a major disaster declaration for 12 Arkansas counties that were affected by severe storms, tornadoes and floods beginning in late May.
Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel is asking the state's highest court to uphold a $1.2 billion fine leveled against Johnson and Johnson and a subsidiary over the marketing of an antipsychotic drug.
Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel is asking the state's highest court to uphold a $1.2 billion fine leveled against Johnson and Johnson and a subsidiary over the marketing of an antipsychotic drug.
The defense team for a former Little Rock police officer charged with manslaughter in the shooting death of a burglary suspect is asking prospective jurors whether they've ever had to name a snap decision at work.
The defense team for a former Little Rock police officer charged with manslaughter in the shooting death of a burglary suspect is asking prospective jurors whether they've ever had to name a snap decision at work.
Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe doesn't have any immediate plans to schedule executions for seven death row inmates even though the attorney general had asked him to set dates.
Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe doesn't have any immediate plans to schedule executions for seven death row inmates even though the attorney general had asked him to set dates.
Republican leaders from 10 Southern states are meeting in Alabama to plan strategies for making new GOP inroads across the region.
Republican leaders from 10 Southern states are meeting in Alabama to plan strategies for making new GOP inroads across the region.
Arkansas State Police say two people from Wynne were killed in a head-on collision in Crittenden County.
Arkansas State Police say two people from Wynne were killed in a head-on collision in Crittenden County.
The widow of Scott County Sheriff Cody Carpenter will serve out the remainder of her husband's term in office.
The widow of Scott County Sheriff Cody Carpenter will serve out the remainder of her husband's term in office.
Republican leaders from 10 Southern states are meeting in Alabama to plan strategies for making new GOP inroads across the region.
Republican leaders from 10 Southern states are meeting in Alabama to plan strategies for making new GOP inroads across the region.
The Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department says a routine bridge inspection will mean that a lane of Highway 67 at Donaldson will be closed this week.
The Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department says a routine bridge inspection will mean that a lane of Highway 67 at Donaldson will be closed this week.
Authorities in Hot Spring and Clark counties are searching for a 58-year-old woman who disappeared near DeGray Lake.
Authorities in Hot Spring and Clark counties are searching for a 58-year-old woman who disappeared near DeGray Lake.
Authorities say an Independence County jail inmate walked away from an inmate work detail twice in three days.
Authorities say an Independence County jail inmate walked away from an inmate work detail twice in three days.
The Arkansas State Police say three people have been killed in separate auto accidents in the state.
Arkansas state Rep. Andrea Lea says she's seeking the Republican nomination for state auditor next year.
Arkansas state Rep. Andrea Lea says she's seeking the Republican nomination for state auditor next year.
Nine death row inmates challenging Arkansas' new lethal injection law have amended their lawsuit against the state.
Nine death row inmates challenging Arkansas' new lethal injection law have amended their lawsuit against the state.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says all facilities at DeGray Lake and at Lake Greeson in southwest Arkansas have been reopened.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says all facilities at DeGray Lake and at Lake Greeson in southwest Arkansas have been reopened.
The Arkansas State Police say three people have been killed in separate auto accidents in the state.
The Arkansas State Police say three people have been killed in separate auto accidents in the state.
Several counties along the White River are opposing a national designation that names the White River a National Blueway.
Several counties along the White River are opposing a national designation that names the White River a National Blueway.
Authorities say a Vilonia couple was killed over the weekend in a car crash near Vicksburg, Miss.
Authorities say a Vilonia couple was killed over the weekend in a car crash near Vicksburg, Miss.
The Arkansas Education Department is getting a new chief of staff.
The Arkansas Education Department is getting a new chief of staff.
State highway officials say maintenance work will require a lane closure on Interstate 630 in Little Rock later this week.
State highway officials say maintenance work will require a lane closure on Interstate 630 in Little Rock later this week.
The National Weather Service says Arkansas will get a break from the summer heat this week.
The National Weather Service says Arkansas will get a break from the summer heat this week.
About 1,000 visitors are expected in Long Beach, Miss., when it hosts the 2013 Cal Ripken Southwest Regional baseball tournament.
About 1,000 visitors are expected in Long Beach, Miss., when it hosts the 2013 Cal Ripken Southwest Regional baseball tournament.
More than 1,200 Arkansas teachers are expected in Hot Springs for a technology symposium.
More than 1,200 Arkansas teachers are expected in Hot Springs for a technology symposium.
Police in Tulsa have recovered Arkansas-registered custom Cadillac stolen in a robbery but why the victim's pants were also taken remains a mystery.
Police in Tulsa have recovered Arkansas-registered custom Cadillac stolen in a robbery but why the victim's pants were also taken remains a mystery.
A food service company that has been in western Arkansas for 70 years is embarking on a $4 million expansion at a Van Buren facility.
A food service company that has been in western Arkansas for 70 years is embarking on a $4 million expansion at a Van Buren facility.
Jury selection is to begin in the trial of a former Little Rock police officer charged with manslaughter for the shooting death of a teen burglary suspect.
Jury selection is to begin in the trial of a former Little Rock police officer charged with manslaughter for the shooting death of a teen burglary suspect.
Authorities have arrested a man living near Mulberry after he was allegedly caught with $2 million in stolen heavy equipment and other materials.
Authorities have arrested a man living near Mulberry after he was allegedly caught with $2 million in stolen heavy equipment and other materials.
Conway police are searching for a suspect in an early-morning shooting that left one person dead at a local motel.
Conway police are searching for a suspect in an early-morning shooting that left one person dead at a local motel.
A service will be held Wednesday for a Texas police officer who died after being hit by a truck during a disturbance at a park.
A service will be held Wednesday for a Texas police officer who died after being hit by a truck during a disturbance at a park.
An Oklahoma-based sesame seed processor is recruiting Arkansas farmers to grow the crop because of persistent drought in areas where the seeds are normally grown.
An Oklahoma-based sesame seed processor is recruiting Arkansas farmers to grow the crop because of persistent drought in areas where the seeds are normally grown.
City planners in Hot Springs have imposed a set of conditions on Oaklawn Park's planned expansion of its casino-style gambling operation.
City planners in Hot Springs have imposed a set of conditions on Oaklawn Park's planned expansion of its casino-style gambling operation.
The latest domestic energy boom is sweeping through some of the nation's driest pockets, drawing millions of gallons of water to unlock oil and gas reserves.
The latest domestic energy boom is sweeping through some of the nation's driest pockets, drawing millions of gallons of water to unlock oil and gas reserves.
The conservative Club for Growth calls Democratic Sen. Mark Pryor President Barack Obama's "closest ally" in Arkansas.
The conservative Club for Growth calls Democratic Sen. Mark Pryor President Barack Obama's "closest ally" in Arkansas.
Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Mike Ross and lieutenant governor candidate John Burkhalter are planning a joint announcement.
Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Mike Ross and lieutenant governor candidate John Burkhalter are planning a joint announcement.
Former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm will be the featured speaker at the Democratic Party of Arkansas' Jefferson-Jackson dinner.
Former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm will be the featured speaker at the Democratic Party of Arkansas' Jefferson-Jackson dinner.
Arkansas State Police say two people have been killed in single vehicle crashes on the state's roadways.
Arkansas State Police say two people have been killed in single vehicle crashes on the state's roadways.
The U.S. Geological Survey reports three small earthquakes have been recorded between Greenbrier and Clinton in central Arkansas in recent days.
The U.S. Geological Survey reports three small earthquakes have been recorded between Greenbrier and Clinton in central Arkansas in recent days.
Oklahoma City-based First Liberty Bank has moved to foreclose on the Arkansas-based owners of Gaillardia Golf and Country Club in Oklahoma City.
Oklahoma City-based First Liberty Bank has moved to foreclose on the Arkansas-based owners of Gaillardia Golf and Country Club in Oklahoma City.
A former Fayetteville developer has been ordered to jail until his trial on federal fraud charges.
A former Fayetteville developer has been ordered to jail until his trial on federal fraud charges.
Arkansas officials say a body recovered from the Red River was that of a man who fell from a boat last week.
Arkansas officials say a body recovered from the Red River was that of a man who fell from a boat last week.
Oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. says the number of rigs actively exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. increased by six this week to 1,771.
Oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. says the number of rigs actively exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. increased by six this week to 1,771.
Federal authorities say a Garland County deputy sheriff has been arrested on a prostitution-related charge.
Federal authorities say a Garland County deputy sheriff has been arrested on a prostitution-related charge.
Former Little Rock police officer Josh Hastings claims a car with three juveniles suspected of burglarizing vehicles was rushing toward him when he shot and killed the driver last year.
Former Little Rock police officer Josh Hastings claims a car with three juveniles suspected of burglarizing vehicles was rushing toward him when he shot and killed the driver last year.
Izard County authorities have ended a search for a child who was reportedly seen walking into a wooded area in northern Arkansas.
Izard County authorities have ended a search for a child who was reportedly seen walking into a wooded area in northern Arkansas.
The director of the Wynne High School band has been arrested on suspicion of sexual indecency with a child.
The director of the Wynne High School band has been arrested on suspicion of sexual indecency with a child.
Work is underway on a new $42 million jail in Garland County.
Work is underway on a new $42 million jail in Garland County.
The North Arkansas College Board of Trustees has decided to opt out of a state law that would allow faculty and staff members to carry concealed handguns on campus.
The North Arkansas College Board of Trustees has decided to opt out of a state law that would allow faculty and staff members to carry concealed handguns on campus.
City planners in Hot Springs have approved a major expansion for the casino area at Oaklawn Park.
City planners in Hot Springs have approved a major expansion for the casino area at Oaklawn Park.
A public memorial service is planned for Friday for two women killed in flash flooding in Scott County last month.
A public memorial service is planned for Friday for two women killed in flash flooding in Scott County last month.
Crews from Entergy Arkansas are heading to Virginia to help restore electricity knocked out during this week's storms.
Crews from Entergy Arkansas are heading to Virginia to help restore electricity knocked out during this week's storms.
A gun control group is holding a rally in Little Rock to urge U.S. Sen. Mark Pryor to take another look at a measure expanding background checks for firearm sales.
A gun control group is holding a rally in Little Rock to urge U.S. Sen. Mark Pryor to take another look at a measure expanding background checks for firearm sales.
Authorities in northern Arkansas are searching for a child that was reported to have been seen walking into a wooded area in the region.
Authorities in northern Arkansas are searching for a child that was reported to have been seen walking into a wooded area in the region.
Two structures in Magnolia have been added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Two structures in Magnolia have been added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Fort Smith police say one man is dead and his former son-in-law critically wounded following a shooting at the dead man's home.
Fort Smith police say one man is dead and his former son-in-law critically wounded following a shooting at the dead man's home.
Fort Smith police say one man is dead and his former son-in-law is critically wounded following a shooting at the dead man's home.
Fort Smith police say one man is dead and his former son-in-law is critically wounded following a shooting at the dead man's home.
The Miller County Sheriff's Office says a fisherman has found a body in the Red River in southwest Arkansas - but it isn't know yet if it is one of two men missing in the river since last week.
The Miller County Sheriff's Office says a fisherman has found a body in the Red River in southwest Arkansas - but it isn't know yet if it is one of two men missing in the river since last week.
Some Arkansas farmers are still planting, even though it's the middle of June.
Some Arkansas farmers are still planting, even though it's the middle of June.
The FBI and police in three states are searching for a bank robber they call the "Loan Ranger Bandit."
The FBI and police in three states are searching for a bank robber they call the "Loan Ranger Bandit."
Federal and state officials have announced the indictment of 24 Hot Springs residents on gang, drug and weapons charges.
Federal and state officials have announced the indictment of 24 Hot Springs residents on gang, drug and weapons charges.
The Arkansas Attorney General's office is suing a Texarkana pawn shop for allegedly charging interest rates as high as 240 percent on car title loans.
The Arkansas Attorney General's office is suing a Texarkana pawn shop for allegedly charging interest rates as high as 240 percent on car title loans.
State and federal prosecutors in Arkansas are seeking civil penalties from ExxonMobil Pipeline Co. over the company's oil spill in a central Arkansas neighborhood.
State and federal prosecutors in Arkansas are seeking civil penalties from ExxonMobil Pipeline Co. over the company's oil spill in a central Arkansas neighborhood.
Rest assured, tomato fans. There are enough pink tomatoes for Bradley County's annual festival to go on this weekend.
Rest assured, tomato fans. There are enough pink tomatoes for Bradley County's annual festival to go on this weekend.
The Supreme Court has unanimously rejected Texas' claim that it has a right under a 30-year-old agreement to cross the border with Oklahoma for water to serve the fast-growing Fort Worth area.
The Supreme Court has unanimously rejected Texas' claim that it has a right under a 30-year-old agreement to cross the border with Oklahoma for water to serve the fast-growing Fort Worth area.
Conway Mayor Tab Townsell says he won't be seeking a sixth term in office.
Conway Mayor Tab Townsell says he won't be seeking a sixth term in office.
Arkansas State Police say a Bearden woman and a 9-year-old girl were killed in a car crash in Calhoun County.
Arkansas State Police say a Bearden woman and a 9-year-old girl were killed in a car crash in Calhoun County.
Bentonville is hosting "The Road to Essence Festival" featuring R&B stars Maxwell, Estelle and others in advance of next month's Essence Festival in New Orleans.
Bentonville is hosting "The Road to Essence Festival" featuring R&B stars Maxwell, Estelle and others in advance of next month's Essence Festival in New Orleans.
US Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced grants and loans intended to improve the reliability of electricity in rural areas of Oklahoma, Arkansas and 14 other states.
US Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced grants and loans intended to improve the reliability of electricity in rural areas of Oklahoma, Arkansas and 14 other states.
The University of Arkansas has announced two $25,000 awards that have been established in the name of the late Professor Joseph Ziegler.
The University of Arkansas has announced two $25,000 awards that have been established in the name of the late Professor Joseph Ziegler.
The Southern Baptist Convention tackled topics at its annual meeting this week that seemed to show a concern for a broadening array of social issues. Those included human trafficking and the country's high rate...
The Southern Baptist Convention tackled topics at its annual meeting this week that seemed to show a concern for a broadening array of social issues. Those included human trafficking and the country's high rate of...
Former Arkansas state Sen. Brenda Gullett of Fayetteville has been elected chairwoman of the Arkansas State Board of Education.
Former Arkansas state Sen. Brenda Gullett of Fayetteville has been elected chairwoman of the Arkansas State Board of Education.
Authorities say a Magnolia man was killed when he fell from a derrick at a drilling site east of Magnolia.
Authorities say a Magnolia man was killed when he fell from a derrick at a drilling site east of Magnolia.
The National Rifle Association is buying airtime on Arkansas radio stations to defend Democratic Sen. Mark Pryor's vote against gun purchase background checks proposed by President Barack Obama.
The National Rifle Association is buying airtime on Arkansas radio stations to defend Democratic Sen. Mark Pryor's vote against gun purchase background checks proposed by President Barack Obama.
The head of Ohio's Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. says a $2.2 billion deal that puts the company under new ownership won't result in the closings of its three U.S. manufacturing plants.
The head of Ohio's Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. says a $2.2 billion deal that puts the company under new ownership won't result in the closings of its three U.S. manufacturing plants.
Two former state lawmakers have been picked as officers of the Arkansas Board of Education.
Two former state lawmakers have been picked as officers of the Arkansas Board of Education.
An Arkansas man who said he was promised just over $11,000 to bring 28 pounds of marijuana from Oregon to another state has been sentenced to at least three years in an Idaho prison for trafficking the drug.
An Arkansas man who said he was promised just over $11,000 to bring 28 pounds of marijuana from Oregon to another state has been sentenced to at least three years in an Idaho prison for trafficking the drug.
The search continues for two men who went missing while fishing on the Red River in southwest Arkansas.
The search continues for two men who went missing while fishing on the Red River in southwest Arkansas.
A 68-year-old man from Mount Pine, Ark., drowned while swimming in the Gulf of Mexico off Panama City Beach.
A 68-year-old man from Mount Pine, Ark., drowned while swimming in the Gulf of Mexico off Panama City Beach.
The Southern Baptist Convention is expected to take a stand against the Boy Scouts of America's acceptance of gay members at the denomination's annual meeting in Houston.
The Southern Baptist Convention is expected to take a stand against the Boy Scouts of America's acceptance of gay members at the denomination's annual meeting in Houston.
The Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department says bridge repair work and paving will affect traffic on Interstate 40 in eastern Arkansas and I-440 in North Little Rock.
The Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department says bridge repair work and paving will affect traffic on Interstate 40 in eastern Arkansas and I-440 in North Little Rock.
The World Trade Center of Arkansas is putting on two events that will enable participants to learn about trade with Latin America and other parts of the world.
The World Trade Center of Arkansas is putting on two events that will enable participants to learn about trade with Latin America and other parts of the world.
Arkansas education officials are touting a plan to enable more Arkansas college students to complete their degrees.
Arkansas education officials are touting a plan to enable more Arkansas college students to complete their degrees.
The attorney general's office has approved the wording of a ballot measure that would allow voters to decide whether Arkansas can use federal Medicaid dollars to offer private insurance to thousands of...
The attorney general's office has approved the wording of a ballot measure that would allow voters to decide whether Arkansas can use federal Medicaid dollars to offer private insurance to thousands of low-income...
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences has announced the award of six grants totaling $300,000.
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences has announced the award of six grants totaling $300,000.
The body of a 19-year-old Oklahoma man who disappeared while swimming in the Mulberry River has been recovered.
The body of a 19-year-old Oklahoma man who disappeared while swimming in the Mulberry River has been recovered.
The Southern Baptist Convention has re-elected its first black president, the Rev. Fred Luter Jr.
The Southern Baptist Convention has re-elected its first black president, the Rev. Fred Luter Jr.
The president of the Little Rock School Board says she will run for the Democratic nomination for Arkansas lieutenant governor next year.
The president of the Little Rock School Board says she will run for the Democratic nomination for Arkansas lieutenant governor next year.
Federal and state authorities say 23 people have been indicted on federal drug trafficking charges in western Arkansas.
Federal and state authorities say 23 people have been indicted on federal drug trafficking charges in western Arkansas.
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says a 33-year-old Madisonville man was killed and a father and son from Arkansas were injured after their 24-foot boat and an oilfield crewboat collided near the...
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says a 33-year-old Madisonville man was killed and a father and son from Arkansas were injured after their 24-foot boat and an oilfield crewboat collided near the mouth of...
The Hot Springs Planning Commission is scheduled to vote this week on a 58,000-square-foot expansion of Oaklawn Park's gaming area.
The Hot Springs Planning Commission is scheduled to vote this week on a 58,000-square-foot expansion of Oaklawn Park's gaming area.
An Arkansas man is among four people who drowned in dangerous rip currents off the Alabama coast this week.
An Arkansas man is among four people who drowned in dangerous rip currents off the Alabama coast this week.
The Searcy County Quorum Court has picked an acting sheriff to oversee the county after the Arkansas Supreme Court found that Sheriff Kenny Cassell was ineligible to serve.
The Searcy County Quorum Court has picked an acting sheriff to oversee the county after the Arkansas Supreme Court found that Sheriff Kenny Cassell was ineligible to serve.
Authorities say they've recovered the body of a Kentucky man, one of four men who have drowned in the Gulf of Mexico off Alabama's coast since Sunday.
Authorities say they've recovered the body of a Kentucky man, one of four men who have drowned in the Gulf of Mexico off Alabama's coast since Sunday.
The first chancellor of Arkansas State University-Newport is stepping down.
The first chancellor of Arkansas State University-Newport is stepping down.
Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe is traveling to Chicago to attend a policy conference with other Democratic governors.
Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe is traveling to Chicago to attend a policy conference with other Democratic governors.
A pre-trial hearing is set for a former Little Rock police officer charged with manslaughter over the fatal shooting of a teenager who was suspected in a burglary.
A pre-trial hearing is set for a former Little Rock police officer charged with manslaughter over the fatal shooting of a teenager who was suspected in a burglary.
Arkansas' U.S. Senate delegation is praising the passage of a farm bill.
Arkansas' U.S. Senate delegation is praising the passage of a farm bill.
Authorities in Mulberry say crews are looking for a missing swimmer.
Authorities in Mulberry say crews are looking for a missing swimmer.
Police in Pine Bluff say an infant is dead and his mother is charged in the death.
Police in Pine Bluff say an infant is dead and his mother is charged in the death.
A 5-year-old boy has been killed in a dog attack at a home in Jessieville.
A 5-year-old boy has been killed in a dog attack at a home in Jessieville.
Louis Graham has been promoted to editor of The Commercial Appeal.
Louis Graham has been promoted to editor of The Commercial Appeal.
Arkansas lawmakers are studying the state's scholarship programs after a shortfall prompted Gov. Mike Beebe to tap into reserve funds to continue grants that help students pursue degrees in some medical fields.
Arkansas lawmakers are studying the state's scholarship programs after a shortfall prompted Gov. Mike Beebe to tap into reserve funds to continue grants that help students pursue degrees in some medical fields.
Federal prosecutors are trying to seize more than two dozen properties held by convicted evangelist Tony Alamo's ministries so proceeds from their sale can be given to children Alamo was convicted of abusing.
Federal prosecutors are trying to seize more than two dozen properties held by convicted evangelist Tony Alamo's ministries so proceeds from their sale can be given to children Alamo was convicted of abusing.
Black River Technical College is joining the list of Arkansas schools that won't allow concealed guns on campus.
Black River Technical College is joining the list of Arkansas schools that won't allow concealed guns on campus.
Authorities say a construction worker in Fayetteville was killed when his truck came in contact with a power line.
Authorities say a construction worker in Fayetteville was killed when his truck came in contact with a power line.
Authorities say an 18-year-old man is dead after a house fire in north Arkansas.
Authorities say an 18-year-old man is dead after a house fire in north Arkansas.
Authorities in Jefferson County have arrested a 22-year-old mother of three after her infant son was found unharmed in a garbage bin.
Authorities in Jefferson County have arrested a 22-year-old mother of three after her infant son was found unharmed in a garbage bin.
Police in Searcy are considering ending a program that allows residents to text anonymous tips about crime.
Police in Searcy are considering ending a program that allows residents to text anonymous tips about crime.
Tuition and fees will be rising at National Park Community College in Hot Springs by $9 per credit hour.
Tuition and fees will be rising at National Park Community College in Hot Springs by $9 per credit hour.
The Southern Baptist Convention is gathering in Houston for its annual meeting at a time when the denomination is contemplating a different cultural and political climate than a decade ago.
The Southern Baptist Convention is gathering in Houston for its annual meeting at a time when the denomination is contemplating a different cultural and political climate than a decade ago.
Hot Spring County authorities say a man is hospitalized in stable condition after being shot by a deputy sheriff.
Hot Spring County authorities say a man is hospitalized in stable condition after being shot by a deputy sheriff.
Arkansas State University officials are exploring the possibility of bringing an osteopathic medical school to Jonesboro.
Arkansas State University officials are exploring the possibility of bringing an osteopathic medical school to Jonesboro.
A decade ago, the Southern Baptist Convention was riding high.
A decade ago, the Southern Baptist Convention was riding high.
The annual Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival is about to start and officials are concerned about a potential lack of tomatoes.
The annual Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival is about to start and officials are concerned about a potential lack of tomatoes.
Police in Little Rock are investigating what officers are calling a random shooting at a park on the city's east side.
Police in Little Rock are investigating what officers are calling a random shooting at a park on the city's east side.
The chief of enforcement for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission says there's no sign that a wildlife officer and the Scott County sheriff violated regulations when they tried to rescue two women during a flash...
The chief of enforcement for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission says there's no sign that a wildlife officer and the Scott County sheriff violated regulations when they tried to rescue two women during a flash flood...
While many businesses post signs prohibiting weapons - a North Little Rock sandwich shop owner is going the other way.
While many businesses post signs prohibiting weapons - a North Little Rock sandwich shop owner is going the other way.
Garland County Sheriff Larry Sanders is warning of a scam in which someone claims to be collecting money for the families of a sheriff and a wildlife officer who died in the recent flooding.
Garland County Sheriff Larry Sanders is warning of a scam in which someone claims to be collecting money for the families of a sheriff and a wildlife officer who died in the recent flooding.
Authorities in Miller County are searching the Red River for two men missing since their boat overturned while fishing near Garland City in southwestern Arkansas.
Authorities in Miller County are searching the Red River for two men missing since their boat overturned while fishing near Garland City in southwestern Arkansas.
Former state Rep. Linda Tyler of Conway is recovering in a Conway hospital after being injured in a one-car crash.
Former state Rep. Linda Tyler of Conway is recovering in a Conway hospital after being injured in a one-car crash.
A legislative audit of the Lafayette County tax collector's office says the collector's bank account is missing $162,275.
A legislative audit of the Lafayette County tax collector's office says the collector's bank account is missing $162,275.
A Jonesboro woman has been charged with first-degree battery and endangering a minor after her 5-month-old child suffered head injuries.
A Jonesboro woman has been charged with first-degree battery and endangering a minor after her 5-month-old child suffered head injuries.
Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm will be the guest speaker for the Arkansas Democratic Party's annual Jefferson-Jackson Dinner this month.
Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm will be the guest speaker for the Arkansas Democratic Party's annual Jefferson-Jackson Dinner this month.
A Fayetteville lawyer has been nominated for U.S. district judge for the Western District of Arkansas.
A Fayetteville lawyer has been nominated for U.S. district judge for the Western District of Arkansas.
The debate over the Christian concept of Calvinism is about 500 years old. That's not stopping it from causing division in the nation's largest Protestant denomination.
The debate over the Christian concept of Calvinism is about 500 years old. That's not stopping it from causing division in the nation's largest Protestant denomination.
Highway crews will close a pair of ramps at a busy intersection in west Little Rock that is undergoing major changes.
Highway crews will close a pair of ramps at a busy intersection in west Little Rock that is undergoing major changes.
Police in Jonesboro say a woman fought off an attempt to kidnap her in a mall parking lot and that a suspect has been arrested.
Police in Jonesboro say a woman fought off an attempt to kidnap her in a mall parking lot and that a suspect has been arrested.
Former Arkansas Treasurer Martha Shoffner is due in court later this month over charges she accepted cash payments from a bond broker to whom she steered state investments.
Former Arkansas Treasurer Martha Shoffner is due in court later this month over charges she accepted cash payments from a bond broker to whom she steered state investments.
The Arkansas high school basketball championship games are returning to Hot Springs.
The Arkansas high school basketball championship games are returning to Hot Springs.
Authorities in central Arkansas are looking for a man armed with a revolver who robbed a Kroger grocery store.
Authorities in central Arkansas are looking for a man armed with a revolver who robbed a Kroger grocery store.
Arkansas highway officials say bridge deck repairs will require a lane closure next week on Highway 10 in Little Rock.
Arkansas highway officials say bridge deck repairs will require a lane closure next week on Highway 10 in Little Rock.
Two new billboards along Interstate 40 are calling attention to the case of a missing Arkansas girl who disappeared 18 years ago.
Two new billboards along Interstate 40 are calling attention to the case of a missing Arkansas girl who disappeared 18 years ago.
Garland County Sheriff Larry Sanders is warning boaters be extremely cautious on Lake Hamilton because of debris that's the result of recent severe weather.
Garland County Sheriff Larry Sanders is warning boaters be extremely cautious on Lake Hamilton because of debris that's the result of recent severe weather.
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is sending off its first class from its new physician assistant program.
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is sending off its first class from its new physician assistant program.
A federal judge has set a trial date for a half-dozen defendants charged with being part of a Mexican drug cartel.
A federal judge has set a trial date for a half-dozen defendants charged with being part of a Mexican drug cartel.
Attorneys for ExxonMobil Corp. and Exxon Pipeline Co. have filed a motion asking for dismissal of a lawsuit by Mayflower residents over a recent oil spill.
Attorneys for ExxonMobil Corp. and Exxon Pipeline Co. have filed a motion asking for dismissal of a lawsuit by Mayflower residents over a recent oil spill.
An Arkansas man accused of having a role in a crack cocaine distribution ring is to serve 24 years in prison.
An Arkansas man accused of having a role in a crack cocaine distribution ring is to serve 24 years in prison.
A federal judge says an anti-abortion counseling group can't help defend an Arkansas law that bans the procedure 12 weeks into a woman's pregnancy.
A federal judge says an anti-abortion counseling group can't help defend an Arkansas law that bans the procedure 12 weeks into a woman's pregnancy.
Gov. Mike Beebe is ordering Arkansas flags to be flown at half-staff to honor a wildlife officer who died while attempting a water rescue during flash flooding last week.
Gov. Mike Beebe is ordering Arkansas flags to be flown at half-staff to honor a wildlife officer who died while attempting a water rescue during flash flooding last week.
A federal grand jury has indicted a Rogers attorney in connection with a federal fraud case against a former Fayetteville developer.
A federal grand jury has indicted a Rogers attorney in connection with a federal fraud case against a former Fayetteville developer.
Arkansas Sen. Mark Pryor says he voted for a student loan bill that failed to advance in the U.S. Senate.
Arkansas Sen. Mark Pryor says he voted for a student loan bill that failed to advance in the U.S. Senate.
The Republican Party of Arkansas says Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback will headline the state GOP's second annual Reagan-Rockefeller dinner this month.
The Republican Party of Arkansas says Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback will headline the state GOP's second annual Reagan-Rockefeller dinner this month.
Gov. Mike Beebe has announced his intent to grant pardons to seven people who were convicted on theft and drug charges.
Gov. Mike Beebe has announced his intent to grant pardons to seven people who were convicted on theft and drug charges.
Services have been set for Stephen LaFrance Sr., the founder of Pine Bluff-based USA Drug.
Services have been set for Stephen LaFrance Sr., the founder of Pine Bluff-based USA Drug.
The director of the attorney general's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit has been tapped to serve as Arkansas' first Medicaid inspector general.
The director of the attorney general's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit has been tapped to serve as Arkansas' first Medicaid inspector general.
A Fort Smith man accused in the death of his infant son is to be tried in the fall.
A Fort Smith man accused in the death of his infant son is to be tried in the fall.
The trial of an Oklahoma man accused of killing a pregnant Arkansas woman has been pushed back to July.
The trial of an Oklahoma man accused of killing a pregnant Arkansas woman has been pushed back to July.
The Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation has announced that that it's awarding $50,000 in grants that will be shared among 17 nonprofit groups and agencies across the state.
The Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation has announced that that it's awarding $50,000 in grants that will be shared among 17 nonprofit groups and agencies across the state.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Little Rock District has started a new program for recreational boaters on 11 of the 13 Arkansas locks along the Arkansas River.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Little Rock District has started a new program for recreational boaters on 11 of the 13 Arkansas locks along the Arkansas River.
Arkansas first lady Ginger Beebe is to help kick off a summer meals program for children.
Arkansas first lady Ginger Beebe is to help kick off a summer meals program for children.
A federal grand jury has indicted six defendants that prosecutors say are responsible for 7 percent of the armed robberies in the Little Rock metropolitan area last year.
A federal grand jury has indicted six defendants that prosecutors say are responsible for 7 percent of the armed robberies in the Little Rock metropolitan area last year.
For safety reasons, Arkansas highway officials have closed an overpass that crosses Interstate 30 in Little Rock.
For safety reasons, Arkansas highway officials have closed an overpass that crosses Interstate 30 in Little Rock.
Authorities in northwest Arkansas have arrested a woman accused of posing as bluegrass performer Allison Krauss as part of a scheme to dupe an elderly man out of thousands of dollars.
Authorities in northwest Arkansas have arrested a woman accused of posing as bluegrass performer Allison Krauss as part of a scheme to dupe an elderly man out of thousands of dollars.
Stephen LaFrance Sr., who built a Pine Bluff-based drug store into a regional chain that he sold last year for $438 million, has died. He was 71.
Stephen LaFrance Sr., who built a Pine Bluff-based drug store into a regional chain that he sold last year for $438 million, has died. He was 71.
Funeral services have been scheduled for an Arkansas Game and Fish Commission wildlife officer who died while trying to help rescue two women from rising floodwaters.
Funeral services have been scheduled for an Arkansas Game and Fish Commission wildlife officer who died while trying to help rescue two women from rising floodwaters.
By DAVID CRARY AP National Writer In suburban Atlanta, northern Idaho and a number of other places, churches have moved swiftly to sever ties with the Boy Scouts of America in protest over the vote...
By DAVID CRARY AP National Writer In suburban Atlanta, northern Idaho and a number of other places, churches have moved swiftly to sever ties with the Boy Scouts of America in protest over the vote last...
Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel is issuing a warning about scammers posing as vendors of medical-alert equipment and monitoring services who he says are targeting older residents.
Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel is issuing a warning about scammers posing as vendors of medical-alert equipment and monitoring services who he says are targeting older residents.
Authorities say a woman is dead after a house fire in northwest Arkansas.
Authorities say a woman is dead after a house fire in northwest Arkansas.
A judge has set a July hearing for a man charged in the death of a Conway police officer who was struck by a vehicle while directing traffic.
A judge has set a July hearing for a man charged in the death of a Conway police officer who was struck by a vehicle while directing traffic.
Gov. Mike Beebe wants to use $1.1 million from a state reserve fund to help pay for a program that provides grants for students who pay out-of-state tuition for medical programs not offered in Arkansas.
Gov. Mike Beebe wants to use $1.1 million from a state reserve fund to help pay for a program that provides grants for students who pay out-of-state tuition for medical programs not offered in Arkansas.
Gov. Mike Beebe has added three more counties to the list of state disaster areas affected by last week's tornadoes, storms and flooding.
Gov. Mike Beebe has added three more counties to the list of state disaster areas affected by last week's tornadoes, storms and flooding.
A husband and wife in western Arkansas have pleaded guilty to charges they filed federal tax returns in the names of other people and kept refunds of $132,000 for themselves.
A husband and wife in western Arkansas have pleaded guilty to charges they filed federal tax returns in the names of other people and kept refunds of $132,000 for themselves.
Voters in Pocahontas will decide next week on a sales tax increase to pay for a new aquatic center.
Voters in Pocahontas will decide next week on a sales tax increase to pay for a new aquatic center.
The legislative committee that oversees the Arkansas lottery is to get an update on scholarship awards and on the lottery's finances.
The legislative committee that oversees the Arkansas lottery is to get an update on scholarship awards and on the lottery's finances.
