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Mayor talks decrease in homicide rate in 2022; Hopes for fewer in 2023

Wednesday, January 25 by Deseray Mckinzy

The number of homicides in Pine Bluff in 2022 dropped from the number reported in previous years and on Wednesday, Mayor Shirley Washington appeared on the Oldies 1013 morning show where she was asked about the police department, particularly about her decision to appoint... Read More.

$10,000 bond set for man accused of domestic battery against grandmother and father

Wednesday, January 25 by Deseray Mckinzy

A Pine Bluff man was arrested Monday after a reported disturbance involving an altercation with his 86-year-old grandmother and 64-year-old father.Deputy Prosecutor Joe West read the probable cause affidavit by Pine Bluff Police Detective Corey Wilfong stating that on Jan 23rd Lloyd Miller 41,... Read More.

Two men arrested in seperate incidents for allegedly stealing copper wire

Tuesday, January 24 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King An attempt to steal copper wire from an Entergy Arkansas power box at a former school in the early morning hours Monday resulted in the arrest of two men involved in two separate incidents at the same location. During court hearings Tuesday, Deputy... Read More.

Little Rock man arrested after alleged disturbance on UAPB campus

Tuesday, January 24 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A reported disturbance at the infirmary at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Monday resulted in the arrest of a Little Rock man who was involved in the incident. Joshua Watson, 20, was taken into custody by University Police who had responded... Read More.

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ACT-SO Program accepting applications for competition through Feb 1st.

Monday, January 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

The Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technology, Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO) Program is now accepting competition applications for the 2022-2023 year until February 1st.The ACT-SO Program is part of the Pine Bluff Branch NAACP. It is an academic Olympics program designed to support the academic achievements of African-American... Read More.

County Sheriff discusses status of jail food

Monday, January 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

Last week, an attorney for Sheriff Lafayette Woods Jr., asked a judge to find County Judge Gerald Robinson in contempt of court because bills for the jails, particularly food bills had not been paid. According to the attorney, the juvenile detention center was going to... Read More.

$25,000 bond set for man accused of possessing drugs and weapons

Monday, January 23 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $25,000 bond was set Monday for a White Hall man on drug and weapons-related charges. Pine Bluff District Judge John Kearney set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge David Smith, 29, with possession of marijuana with the purpose... Read More.

$100,000 bond set for man accused of sexual activity with a child

Friday, January 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A $100,000 bond was set Friday for a Pine Bluff man accused of sexual activity with a child. Jefferson County District Judge Kim Bridgforth set the bond after ruling prosecutors have probable cause to charge Chadwick Garner, 43, with rape and sexual indecency... Read More.

$75,000 bond set for man accused of first-degree battery

Friday, January 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pine Bluff man identified as the suspect in a shooting Tuesday turned himself into police and when questioned, denied any involvement in the incident. Dequan Christmas, 29, was ordered to have no contact with the victim until the case is settled. During a... Read More.

$25,000 bond set for man accused of allegedly breaking into a parked vehicle

Friday, January 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A Pulaski County man who has pending charges there was arrested Tuesday after he allegedly broke into a parked vehicle. Carlos Zavala, 35, was identified from surveillance video near the Arkansas Department of Transportation parking lot at 8001 Sheridan Road where the theft... Read More.

Woman arrested in alleged residential burglary

Friday, January 20 by Deseray Mckinzy

By Ray King A reported disturbance at an apartment on South Blake Street Thursday resulted in the arrest of a Pine Bluff woman who allegedly forced her way into the apartment and assaulted the victim. Marcella Johnson, 27, was taken into custody after police responded to... Read More.

Former legislator Wilkins sentenced to a year and a day on plea

Wednesday, January 18 by Deseray Mckinzy

In a sentencing hearing today in Little Rock, A former state legislator and county judge who pleaded guilty to bribery in federal court nearly five years ago has been sentenced to a year, and a day in prison and ordered to pay $123,000 in... Read More.