Arkansas author Phyllis Hodges takes readers on a global journey with her books

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Phyllis Hodges, an Arkansas author, is making a splash in the literary world with her captivating books that have found homes in 60 school districts, 25 public libraries, 15 museums, and even the State Capitol. Hodges' works, which …

Arkansas Boys and Girls State concludes with record attendance

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — The 84th annual American Legion Arkansas Boys and Girls State concluded Friday, offering youth an opportunity to learn how government works. Before the closing ceremonies, delegates toured the Capitol and learned directly from state …

Arkansas Finalizes Bidding for BEAD Grants

May 30, 2025 – Arkansas moved forward with its Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment plans, announcing it will cover 99 percent of eligible broadband locations an at average per location cost of $7,072.   With 2,697 total bids received across 44 …

The Arkansas Newswrap: May 30, 2025

A convicted murderer’s escape from prison draws international attention to northern Arkansas. A school district in Northeast Arkansas gets taken over by the state. And, More reporting on the human fallout from the bankruptcy of a chain of private-equity …

Weekly Column from the Arkansas House of Representatives 5-30-25

By Press Release Every day, across Arkansas and our nation, human trafficking silently preys on the vulnerable, exploiting innocence and eroding lives. It is a crisis that hides in plain sight—within our communities, along our highways, and behind closed …

Arkansas Razorbacks Defeat North Dakota State 6-2 in NCAA Opener

Arkansas Razorbacks, seeded No. 3, secured a 6-2 victory against North Dakota State Bison in their opening game of the NCAA Tournament. The Razorbacks improved their record to 44-13, while the Bison fell to 20-33. Aiden Jimenez struggled in the start but …

Arkansas Dominates ND State 6-2 in NCAA Tourney; Kozeal Shines

Arkansas showcased its prowess in the NCAA Tournament by defeating North Dakota State 6-2 in their regional opener. Despite early runs from the Bison, the Razorbacks responded with strong offense led by Cam Kozeal. He contributed significantly with an RBI …

Arkansas prison escape: $20K reward on police chief turned convict

Anti-death penalty activist from Arkansas nominated for Nobel Peace Prize

A Pepperdine University academic has nominated North Little Rock anti-capital-punishment activist Jeff Hood to receive the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, citing his "service to the condemned on death row and his peacemaking example to the world." In a …

After a months-long slog, Arkansas corn is finally in the ground

LITTLE ROCK — While the wet spring of 2025 continues toward summer, nearly all of Arkansas growers’ corn is, at last, in the ground. According to a May 26 U.S. Department of Agriculture report, the state’s growers reported that 98 percent of planned 710, …