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Arkansas Corrections Board in Continuing Dispute Over Payment to Former Attorney
The Arkansas Board of Corrections remains locked in a dispute over paying its former attorney amid ongoing legal and political conflict.
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Republicans chose Brad Simon as their nominee in Arkansas Senate District 26, a race shaped by opposition to Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ proposed prison.
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Four women and a physician challenge Arkansas near total abortion ban, arguing it violates constitutional protections and has caused severe medical and personal harm.
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Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders gains leverage over the Arkansas Board of Corrections, strengthening her influence as she pushes forward her controversial plan for a 3,000-bed prison in Franklin County.
Arkansas Public Television rebrands without PBS, raising questions about viewer trust, political influence, and the future of public media in the state.
As lithium reshapes Arkansas’s economic outlook, magnesium is emerging as another mineral drawing interest from state leaders and investors.
The recent Little Rock Neo Nazi march unsettled residents and revealed deepening social media divides in Arkansas.
A look at the new members of the Sports Hall of Fame as the Class of 2026 is announced.
Arkansas takes steps to name Blanchard Springs Caverns its fifty third state park, further extending the Natural State Initiative.
Arkansas faces rising feral hog populations, prompting urgent calls for effective management and statewide action.
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Arkansas Public Television rebrands without PBS, raising questions about viewer trust, political influence, and the future of public media in the state.
A late Kentucky surge erased Arkansas momentum and sealed an 85-77 road win, snapping the Razorbacks home unbeaten streak.
Arkansas medical marijuana sales reached a record $291.1 million in 2025, but a recent court ruling allowing lawmakers to amend voter approved amendments has raised new questions about the program’s future.
Falling cotton prices and rising costs are forcing Arkansas farmers to reconsider planting decisions for 2026, with some acreage likely shifting away from cotton as market pressures mount.
Arkansas held off a late push from Oklahoma to secure an 83–79 road win, led by strong second half play from freshmen Darius Acuff Jr. and Meleek Thomas.
A federal judge has struck down Arkansas’ last racial quota for a state board, ending a decades old requirement for minority representation on the Ethics Commission.
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ new appointees moved quickly to take control of the Arkansas Board of Corrections, firing its attorney.
No. 20 Arkansas rallied in the second half behind a dominant performance from freshman Darius Acuff Jr. to defeat LSU 85-81 at Bud Walton Arena on Saturday.
Comic conventions are drawing larger crowds in Arkansas as niche fandoms, celebrity appearances, and regional events turn pop culture gatherings into a growing cultural and business force.
Arkansas braces for a major winter storm with snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures. Officials warn of hazardous roads and possible power outages into next week.
Arkansas lawmakers are pressing state police officials for details on how deeply the Arkansas State Police are involved with ICE, including training, detentions, costs, and the scope of immigration enforcement across the state.
Arkansas delivered a commanding home performance at Bud Walton Arena, rolling past No. 15 Vanderbilt 93-68 behind balanced scoring and sharp shooting.