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How Deep Is Arkansas State Police Involvement With ICE?

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.

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Chosen, Then Canceled: The Pro-Trans Law Dean Controversy Rocking Arkansas

The University of Arkansas withdrew its appointment of Emily Suski as law school dean just days after announcing her hire, sparking debates over political pressure, academic freedom, and governance at public universities.

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In House District 70, a March Special Election Puts Democratic Fortunes in Focus

Arkansas voters in House District 70 will choose between Democrat Alex Holladay and Republican Bo Renshaw in a March special election that could signal broader political shifts in the state.

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For Two Republicans in Arkansas, a Senate Runoff Hinges on a Prison Fight

Two Republicans advance to a runoff in Arkansas Senate District 26, where opposition to a proposed Franklin County prison has become the defining issue in a closely watched special election.

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As Crime Data Is Debated, Little Rock’s Mayoral Race Begins to Take Shape

Little Rock’s mayoral race is coming into focus as the vice mayor disputes the administration’s crime reduction narrative and calls for more actions for public safety.

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How Prisons, Power, and the Courts Came to Define Arkansas Politics in 2025

Prisons, court rulings, and power struggles shaped Arkansas politics during a contentious 2025.

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With Early Voting Ahead, Senate District 26 Prepares to Choose Its Next Senator

Early voting is set to begin in Arkansas Senate District 26 as voters prepare to select a successor in a closely watched special election shaped by local issues and voter sentiment.

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Court Overturns 1951 Ruling, Giving Lawmakers Authority Over Voter Approved Measures

The Arkansas Supreme Court overturns a 1951 decision, ruling that state lawmakers may amend constitutional measures approved by voters.

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Can Democrats Rediscover Their Relevance in Arkansas in an Election Year

As Arkansas enters a crucial election year, Democrats face a defining test over whether they can regain influence in a state that has shifted sharply to the Republican side.

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Under Court Pressure, Sanders Sets Special Election Dates as Her Objections Persist

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders sets new special election dates for two vacant Arkansas legislative seats after court rulings force action, even as she continues to argue that the orders are unlawful.

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Arkansas’ Red Zone Failures Cost Another Victory, Losing Streak Continues

Red zone mistakes proved costly for Arkansas in a close defeat, continuing the Razorbacks’ losing streak against a struggling opponent.

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Arkansas Supreme Court Delivers New Blow to Sanders Effort to Delay Special Elections

The Arkansas Supreme Court has rejected Governor Sarah Sanders request to pause a lower court ruling that requires an earlier special election for Senate 26.