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KATV3 hours ago
Allen Engstrom talks all things Argenta, on KATVKATV3 hours ago
Adoptable Pet of the Week: Meet Liberty, on KATVKATV3 hours ago
UAMS Lung Cancer Awareness Month, on KATVJonesboro Right Now6 hours ago
Nettleton Tops 5A East Conference in Offensive Shootout Win Over Wynne, on Jonesboro Right NowFollowing the regular season finale win, the Raiders will open up their 5A playoff run against the Mills Comets, while the Yellowjackets will take on the Little Rock Parkview Patriots. Both matchups kick off on Nov. 13.
KTLO7 hours ago
Frost forecasted for Twin Lakes area over the weekend, on KTLOThe National Weather Service in Little Rock is forecasting a frost for much of the Twin Lakes area this weekend. Meteorologist Charlie Kelly of the National Weather Service spoke with KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot news
Hot Springs Sentinel Record8 hours ago
UAMS Brain Injury Program offers free virtual workshop, on Hot Springs Sentinel RecordLITTLE ROCK — The UAMS Brain Injury Program will host a free virtual workshop on Nov. 19 to help individuals affected by brain injury connect with helpful resources, support and opportunities.
The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette9 hours ago
Gov. Sanders’ new appointments, on The Arkansas Democrat-GazetteGov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced Friday the following appointments:
The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette10 hours ago
Conway gets best of Bryant thanks to special teams, on The Arkansas Democrat-GazetteBRYANT -- Conway locked up the top seed from the 7A-Central Conference a week ago, but it took care of some unfinished business Friday night.
The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette10 hours ago
North Little Rock shakes off slow start, rolls to easy win over Cabot, on The Arkansas Democrat-GazetteWith its seeding settled well before kickoff, North Little Rock wrapped up its regular season with a 31-3 victory over Cabot on Friday night at Charging Wildcat Stadium in North Little Rock.
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette10 hours ago
Baptist Prep completes first unbeaten season, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteThe wait is over at Baptist Prep.
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette10 hours ago
High school football scores, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteFriday's games
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The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette10 hours ago
LR Christian gets 5 INTs in win, on The Arkansas Democrat-GazetteLittle Rock Christian picked off five Pulaski Academy passes and hit a number of big plays en route to a 56-20 victory Friday night at Joe Hatcher Stadium in Little Rock.
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette10 hours ago
Rockets’ run game blasts Gryphons, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteLittle Rock Catholic's rushing attack paved the way in a 35-0 victory over Little Rock Southwest on Friday night at Gryphon Stadium.
Baxter Bulletin11 hours ago
Local Briefs, on Baxter BulletinInformation about area meetings and events has been submitted as follows: Jacob Wolf House to host court proceeding Judge Tim Weaver will preside over a court proceeding in the historic […]
Baxter Bulletin12 hours ago
Regional Entertainment Calendar, on Baxter BulletinUpcoming entertainment events scheduled within a 250-mile radius of Mountain Home include: Tuesday, Nov. 10 Visit with Arkansas author Talya Tate Boener, 10 a.m. Bull Shoals Library. Boener will discuss
Harrison Daily12 hours ago
Lady Pioneers move to 2-0, on Harrison DailyLITTLE ROCK — The Lady Pioneers of North Arkansas College have hit the ground running. After opening the season on Saturday, the Lady Pioneers were back in action on Tuesday […]
THV1113 hours ago
Final scores for Week 10 of Arkansas high school football, on THV11Here are your final scores for Week 10 of Arkansas high school football!
THV1113 hours ago
Former Arkansas state office director accused of changing over 60 bar exam scores, lawmakers now investigate validity of passing attorneys, on THV11Nancie Givens, former Arkansas Office of Professional Programs Director, faces 65 counts of tampering with public records related to bar exam scores.
FOX16.com13 hours ago
Fearless Friday 2026: Conway at Bryant, on FOX16.comFOX 16 Sports is bringing you the best Arkansas high school football highlights on Week 10 of Fearless Friday!
The Saline Courier13 hours ago
James returns, spoils Hornets special night, on The Saline CourierBRYANT -- Friday’s season finale at Hornets Stadium did not come with much attached as both teams already knew their playoff fate -- Conway No. 1 and Bryant No. 4.
The Saline Courier13 hours ago
Benton, Alexander residents among Sanders’ latest board appointments, on The Saline CourierGov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has announced a new slate of appointments to state boards, commissions and committees, including two residents of the Saline County area.
FOX16.com13 hours ago
Authorities searching for four youths who left Monticello group home, on FOX16.comAuthorities are searching for four youths who they said left a group home in Monticello.
5NEWS13 hours ago
Northside vs Little Rock Central | Football Friday Night: Week 10, on 5NEWSHighlights from the Northside vs. Little Rock Central Week 10 matchup on Nov. 6, 2026.
KARK14 hours ago
Colleague reacts to 65 felony charges against former Arkansas court official in alleged bar exam tampering, on KARKA former Arkansas Supreme Court official is facing 65 felony charges after investigators uncovered alleged irregularities in bar exam scores spanning several years, raising questions about the integrity of the state’s attorney licensing process.
KATV14 hours ago
Could Arkansas end decades-old court deal boosting Black voters’ voice in judge races?, on KATVA decades-old federal court agreement aimed at giving Black voters a stronger voice in Arkansas judicial elections is now being challenged by Attorney General T
KATV14 hours ago
Animated film "Will I Dance Again?" tells OKC bombing survivor’s brave story, on KATVNearly three decades after the Oklahoma City bombing changed her life forever, Daina Bradley’s story is being brought to the screen in a way that’s as striking
Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette14 hours ago
GAME OF THE WEEK: Searcy takes down Sylvan Hills in Sherwood, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteFollowing the high-scoring battles for both Sylvan Hills and Searcy last week, Searcy’s offense overwhelmed the Sylvan Hills defense Friday night, winning 38-24 at Bill Blackwood Field in Sherwood.
KARK17 hours ago
Monsters of Todd returns to Little Rock, raising money for cancer with live music, on KARKThe 12th annual Monsters of Todd concert is scheduled to take place this Saturday at the Revolution Music Room in Little Rock to raise funds for Maurice Biggs Jr., who is fighting leukemia.
KATV18 hours ago
Pulaski Academy students earn recognition across the fine arts, on KATVPulaski Academy students are taking the stage, singing in regional competitions and building experience across the fine arts.Senior Mallory Lafferty was named o
THV1118 hours ago
Arkansas's nightly headlines | November 6, 2026, on THV11Jurnee Taylor delivers Arkansas's top news stories for November 6, 2026, including local changes after midterms.
FOX16.com18 hours ago
Arkansas High School Football Scoreboard: Week 10, on FOX16.comLITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Week 10 of the Arkansas high school football season is here, with key matchups scheduled under Friday night lights across the Natural State. From the Northwest tip of the state down to the Delta, here is a roundup of high school football games happening this week. Games of the Week: Statewide
KATV18 hours ago
Speech pathologist warns hoarseness lasting weeks after vaping needs doctor visit, on KATVSelena Gomez’s recent admission that vaping has permanently changed her voice has gotten plenty of people talking — and it’s also shining a spotlight on what “n
FOX16.com18 hours ago
Fearless Friday 2026: Little Rock Parkview vs. Mills University, on FOX16.comFOX 16 Sports is bringing you the best Arkansas high school football highlights on Week 10 of Fearless Friday!
Hot Springs Sentinel Record18 hours ago
Auburn game floods viewer with memories, on Hot Springs Sentinel RecordThe yearly Arkansas-Auburn football game often is therapeutic to this watcher.
KATV18 hours ago
Pulaski Academy focuses on hands-on learning while limiting screen time, on KATVKATV ABC 7 in Little Rock, Arkansas covers news, sports, weather and the local community in the city and the surrounding area, including Hot Springs, Conway, Pine Bluff, Jacksonville, Sherwood, Stuttgart, Benton, Bauxite, East End, Scott, Pinnacle, Maumelle, Gibson, Landmark and Hensley.
Little Rock Public Radio18 hours ago
The Arkansas Newswrap: November 6, 2026, on Little Rock Public RadioFOX16.com18 hours ago
Driver crashes into Junior Deputy Baseball Park building in Little Rock, leaves scene, on FOX16.comLITTLE ROCK, Ark. – On Oct. 17 at around 4:30 a.m., a driver drove a truck into a storage building at Junior Deputy Baseball Park, and left the scene leaving behind much damage, according to Jeff Poe, park manager at Junior Deputy Baseball Park. Poe had security cameras that captured the incident; however, he would
KARK19 hours ago
Cat rescued from overpass in Little Rock finds forever home, on KARKA dramatic rescue on a Little Rock overpass ended in a second chance in finding a forever home for one cat.
KATV19 hours ago
Pie trophies return as Mosaic Templars honors sweet potato pie king Robert Say McIntosh, on KATVThanksgiving is nearly here, and in Little Rock, that means one thing: it’s almost time to talk sweet potato pie.For the last 12 years, the Mosaic Templars Cult
KATV19 hours ago
Little Rock celebrates National Nacho Day with Salt and Pepper food truck favorites, on KATVIf you’re looking for an excuse to load up on chips and queso, Foodie Friday delivered — and it just so happened to land on National Nacho Day, too.After some “
In brief
The short notes of 5AM Little Rock’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.
FootballFriday night in the Little Rock area, LR Christian beat Pulaski Academy 56-20, North Little Rock topped Cabot 31-3, LR Catholic blanked LR Southwest 35-0, and LR Central beat FS Northside 37-13.
Friday night in the Little Rock area, LR Christian beat Pulaski Academy 56-20, North Little Rock topped Cabot 31-3, LR Catholic blanked LR Southwest 35-0, and LR Central beat FS Northside 37-13. Cabot at North Little Rock was one of FOX16's four games of the week.
News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, FOX16.com
Baptist PrepThe Eagles beat Episcopal Collegiate 43-0 Friday night in Little Rock to finish 10-0, the first undefeated regular season in program history and the school's first outright conference title since 2004.
The Eagles beat Episcopal Collegiate 43-0 Friday night in Little Rock to finish 10-0, the first undefeated regular season in program history and the school's first outright conference title since 2004. Baptist Prep will host East Poinsett County next Friday in the first round of the Class 2A playoffs.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Benefit concertThe 12th annual Monsters of Todd concert is set for Saturday at Revolution Music Room in Little Rock.
The 12th annual Monsters of Todd concert is set for Saturday at Revolution Music Room in Little Rock. This year's event will benefit Maurice Biggs Jr., who is battling leukemia.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: KARK
ScreeningsBaptist Health is offering appointment times for patients who qualify for lung cancer screenings on Sat., Nov.
Baptist Health is offering appointment times for patients who qualify for lung cancer screenings on Sat., Nov. 14, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with low-dose CT screenings at imaging centers in Little Rock, North Little Rock, Fort Smith and Benton. The Kanis center is at 9101 Kanis Road, Suite 100, and if you think you might qualify, we suggest checking with Baptist Health first.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: KATV
Trail of TearsThe National Trail of Tears Association's national conference is scheduled for Sept.
The National Trail of Tears Association's national conference is scheduled for Sept. 27-29, 2027, in Little Rock. It's the first time in a decade the conference has come to Arkansas, which last hosted in 2017.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
WaterwaysAttorney General Tim Griffin announced $8.4 million Friday for 21 waterway projects across Arkansas, paid for by the state's settlement with Monsanto over PCB contamination claims.
Attorney General Tim Griffin announced $8.4 million Friday for 21 waterway projects across Arkansas, paid for by the state's settlement with Monsanto over PCB contamination claims. The release designates $6.7 million of it for projects through the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.
Around Arkansas · Today’s editionSource: K8 News
Conway-BryantConway shut out Bryant 17-0 at Hornet Stadium, with a pair of special teams touchdowns igniting the Wampus Cats.
Conway shut out Bryant 17-0 at Hornet Stadium, with a pair of special teams touchdowns igniting the Wampus Cats. Conway (9-1, 7-0) won the 7A-Central outright for the first time since 2014, and Coach Buck James beat his former team for the first time in four tries. Going in, Conway was the No. 1 playoff seed and Bryant No. 4.
Around Arkansas · Today’s editionSources: The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, The Saline Courier
AppointmentsGov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders named Melonaie Gullick of Conway Justice of the Peace for Faulkner County, District 10.
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders named Melonaie Gullick of Conway Justice of the Peace for Faulkner County, District 10. Gullick will fill the remaining term of Andy Shock, which expires Dec. 31, 2026. The governor's Friday list also put Andrew Baker of Searcy on the 2030 Arkansas Complete Count Committee.
Around Arkansas · Today’s editionSources: Arkansas Radio, K8 News
Gas pricesIf you're filling up, Little Rock-North Little Rock drivers are averaging $3.64 a gallon.
If you're filling up, Little Rock-North Little Rock drivers are averaging $3.64 a gallon. The statewide average is $3.71, down 9 cents from a week ago but $1.06 higher than this time last year. Hot Springs has the state's lowest average at $3.45, and Texarkana the highest at $3.80.
UALR campaignThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock has raised more than $266 million through a fundraising campaign ahead of the 100-year anniversary of its founding.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has raised more than $266 million through a fundraising campaign ahead of the 100-year anniversary of its founding.
News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Friday footballJoe T. Robinson beat Maumelle 49-6 Thursday night to finish 10-0 and run its winning streak to 24 games.
Joe T. Robinson beat Maumelle 49-6 Thursday night to finish 10-0 and run its winning streak to 24 games. The Senators start defense of their state title next week in the Class 5A playoffs. Little Rock Parkview beat Mills 47-28 at War Memorial Stadium, clinching the 5A-Central's No. 2 seed and a first-round home playoff game.
News Notes · Friday’s editionSources: Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Free treesIf you live in Bryant, you can get free native trees through a city partnership with the Central Arkansas Tree Planting Project.
If you live in Bryant, you can get free native trees through a city partnership with the Central Arkansas Tree Planting Project. More than two dozen species are available, including redbud, flowering dogwood and bald cypress. The regional effort aims to plant 166,000 trees across Faulkner, Grant, Lonoke, Perry, Pulaski and Saline counties by the end of 2029.
Senate leaderSen. Joshua Bryant was selected President pro tempore designee for the 96th General Assembly at the Senate's organizational meeting Thursday.
Sen. Joshua Bryant was selected President pro tempore designee for the 96th General Assembly at the Senate's organizational meeting Thursday. It took multiple votes, because no candidate reached the 18 needed at first. Bryant represents Senate District 32 and currently serves as Senate majority leader.
ScholarshipsArkansas higher education officials have proposed eliminating funding for two scholarship programs in the fiscal year that begins July 1.
Arkansas higher education officials have proposed eliminating funding for two scholarship programs in the fiscal year that begins July 1.
Around Arkansas · Friday’s editionSource: The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette