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Arkansas Abortion Ban Faces First Constitutional Test
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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As Cotton Prices Slide, Arkansas Farmers Face Hard Choices in 2026
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.
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With Ice and Snow Forecast, Arkansas Prepares for a Difficult Weekend
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.
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Arkansas Moves to Join Federal Education Tax Credit Program in 2027
Arkansas will join a new federal education tax credit program, expanding school choice and scholarship funding for families statewide.
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For Arkansans With Severe Obesity, a New Law Brings Long Awaited Hope
A new Arkansas law expands insurance coverage for bariatric surgery, offering new treatment options for residents with severe obesity.
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Arkansas Revenue Runs $103 Million Ahead of Forecast as Fiscal Year Advances
Arkansas revenue collections are running nearly $103 million ahead of forecast midway through fiscal year 2026, despite a December dip driven by lower corporate income tax collections.
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With Vouchers Now Universal, Arkansas Public Schools Confront a Historic Enrollment Drop
The expansion of school choice vouchers in Arkansas coincides with a historic decline in public school enrollment, the largest in two decades.
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On New Year’s Eve, Sanders Reshapes Key Boards, Including Corrections
Sanders ended 2025 with high profile appointments across state government, including changes to the Board of Corrections.
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With $208 Million in Federal Aid, Arkansas Begins an Effort to Reinforce Rural Health Care
Arkansas has been awarded $208.8 million in federal funding to strengthen rural health care, addressing hospital closures, workforce shortages, and access gaps as part of a nationwide Rural Health Transformation program.
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Short Term Aid, Long Term Worry for Farmers Heading Into 2026
Federal aid promises short term relief for Arkansas farmers, but lingering trade damage, shifting global markets, and rising costs raise concerns about the future of Arkansas agriculture heading into 2026.
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A Federal Shift on Marijuana and What It Means in Arkansas
President Trump’s move to ease federal restrictions on cannabis prompts scrutiny in Arkansas, where marijuana laws remain strict.
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Arkansas Moves Into 2026 With New Health Care and Tax Laws in Place
Arkansas will begin enforcing new significant health care and tax laws in January 2026, as the state enters an election year.