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Several human trafficking victims recovered; Suspects arrested in Arkansas

Monday, February 26 by Luke Matheson

Five women believed to be victims of human trafficking were offered services and another 30 local victims were identified as part of Operation HART (Human Anti-Trafficking Recovery Team), which took place in Jonesboro earlier this month. One suspected trafficker was identified.Arkansas State Police (ASP)... Read More.

Convicted felon sentenced to federal prison for possession of a firearm

Friday, February 23 by Ray King

LITTLE ROCK—Montrel Hammond, a multi-convicted felon who has a violent criminal history, will spend over 17 years in federal prison for illegally possessing a firearm. Jonathan D. Ross, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas, announced the sentence, which was handed down... Read More.

30-year prison sentence for man accused of enticing minor female to engage in sexual activity

Tuesday, February 20 by Ray King

Fayetteville – Isaac James Melder, age 42, of Yellville was sentenced on February 13, 2024, to 360 months in prison without the possibility of parole after being found guilty of communicating with a minor through the internet to entice the minor to engage in illegal sexual activity. ... Read More.

State casinos report record 2023 win total

Monday, February 19 by Ray King

Arkansas’ three casinos reported record total wins last year and experts indicated that they look forward to a strong 2024.The report showed a combined total win of $686.6 million, surpassing the 614.1 million total for 2022.Southland Casino in West Memphis led the way, reporting... Read More.

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Three Arkansas airports to get federal funding

Monday, February 19 by Rick Walker

Money from the 2022 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will be going to three airports in Arkansas for improvements. The over $30 million dollars in funds will go to the Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport in Little Rock, the Texarkana Regional Airport and the Northwest... Read More.

State Emergency Response Agencies take part in exercise to prepare for 2024 solar eclipse

Thursday, February 15 by Luke Matheson

On February 15, 2024, federal, state, local, and private agencies participated in a tabletop exercise for the 2024 Great Northern American Solar Eclipse.“Although we have no way of predicting all of the challenges we will face on April 8th, we are doing everything in... Read More.

Arkansas State Troopers seize nearly 200 pounds of illegal marijuana

Thursday, February 15 by Luke Matheson

Three recent traffic stops by the Arkansas State Police (ASP) netted almost 200 pounds of illegal marijuana on Arkansas interstates. On Thursday, February 8, at approximately 9:15 a.m., ASP stopped a vehicle in Little Rock at the 65th Street exit on Interstate 30 East for... Read More.

ARDOT announces I-30 closure

Thursday, February 15 by Rick Walker

ARDOT announced an additional overnight closure for I-30 westbound in Saline County to repair pavement. ARDOT said the slow-roll lane closures will start at 10 p.m. tonight and continue through 5 a.m. on tomorrow. Depending on the weather, crews will use a slow-roll roadblock... Read More.

USDA Rural Development Arkansas Accepting Applications for Strategic Regional Economic and Community Development Projects

Thursday, February 15 by Luke Matheson

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Arkansas State Director Jill Floyd announced that USDA is accepting applications to implement regional economic and community development projects to create thriving communities for Arkansans living in rural areas. The 2018 Farm Bill authorized the Read More.

Governor Sanders announces new buildings for Arkansas School for the Deaf

Thursday, February 15 by Rick Walker

The Arkansas School for the Deaf and Blind will be getting new buildings after concerns were raised a few months ago by parents. Pictures of the buildings showed cracks in the foundation and possible mold. Since the images were released, Governor Sanders said she... Read More.

Teen arrested and charged in SAU Tech shooting

Wednesday, February 14 by Luke Matheson

On the evening of February 13, 2024, Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) arrested a 17-year-old from Magnolia in connection with a shooting that occurred February 12, 2023, on the Southern Arkansas Tech University campus. He will be charged as an adult with... Read More.

ASP: 6-year-old Little Rock girl reported missing & endangered

Wednesday, February 14 by Luke Matheson

Name: Yhaneysi Darely Juan Tzunux Age: 6 Missing from: Little Rock/Pulaski County Description: White/Hispanic Female / 3’4” / 39 lbs. Hair: Black Ponytail / Eyes: Brown Clothing: Pink shirt, green pants, green jacket, blue shoes with white flowers. May have changed into khaki uniform pants. On February 14, 2024, Yhaneysi's father reported his daughter missing. He last... Read More.

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