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Little Rock — Volunteers from nearly 700 people helped New Life Church in Conway build six homes for families in need, while Pope County investigates a homicide and severe weather including tornado threats looms in northern Arkansas. The city also wrapped its Juneteenth celebration and moved forward with Cranfield Road repairs funded by AGFC boating access funds.

Little Rock — An inmate at the Larry B. Norris Unit allegedly stabbed a corrections officer with a contraband weapon, prompting an investigation, while the Juneteenth celebration in downtown Little Rock faced uncertainty as the Beyond the Divide program closed. The Arkansas Diamonds will compete in the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota, and former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg...

Little Rock — A corrections officer was stabbed at the Larry B. Norris Unit, prompting an ongoing investigation into safety concerns at the facility. Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg endorsed Democratic candidate Chris Jones in Arkansas’ 2nd District, boosting national attention on the race.

Little Rock — North Little Rock Police officers faced backlash after liking a Facebook post with racist comments, while Pine Bluff's Police and Youth Camp returns for its first summer session since the pandemic. Two teens saved a drowning child at Lake Bailey, and the Little Rock Compassion Center is seeking donations to combat extreme heat.

Little Rock officials are urging residents to review fire safety after a fatal apartment fire in a residential complex, while a local business owner warns of a fake food truck festival scam. City leaders also approved a financial plan for the River Market Hall redevelopment to fund its revitalization.

Little Rock — Firefighters investigate a fatal apartment fire in the Southside neighborhood and Arkansas sees 39 arrests in Operation Viper targeting drug and firearms crimes. Little Rock firefighter Steven Shelnut shares how the city’s new parental leave policy helped him celebrate his first Father’s Day.

Little Rock — The Carl Redus Jr. Aquatic Center in Pine Bluff remains closed as an investigation into the death of an 84-year-old woman continues, while Little Rock hosts its first Public Works community meetings. Actor Matthew McConaughey will be honored at the Filmland 2026 festival with a film screening and Q&A.

Little Rock — A teenager was arrested following a shooting at the Stuttgart aquatic center that injured three juveniles, while the Little Rock Zoo revealed the names of two new cheetahs, Sonic and Blaze. The incident has raised safety concerns, and the zoo's expansion aims to enhance visitor education.

Little Rock — Law enforcement investigates a shooting in Pulaski County on Mimosa Drive, while 93-year-old rodeo clown Buster Berryhill entertains in Dardanelle. Forecasters warn of overnight storms and tornado threats in northern Arkansas, with new Miss Arkansas Ava Weeks crowned at the Robinson Center.

Little Rock — Midland, Texas, grapples with a deadly shooting involving suspect Victor Mata Villarreal, while a teen in Texas faces a 35-year prison sentence for a fatal stabbing. In Little Rock, Presley Bennett is crowned Miss Arkansas’ Teen 2026, and residents are urged to join the “Volunteer Arkansas” initiative.

Little Rock – Joshua Harris competes on *American Ninja Warrior* and the 2026 Miss Arkansas pageant kicks off June 13, while Arkansas experts contributed to the 2026 World Cup grass design. The Army Corps of Engineers waives park fees on June 16 to celebrate its birthday.

Little Rock — North Little Rock police arrested a man in connection with a fatal shooting on June 8, while community members criticized Google's data center project at the Port of Little Rock for lack of transparency. The Miss Arkansas 2026 pageant will be held June 13, and education officials are finalizing third-grade reading requirements under the LEARNS Act.

Little Rock: Sweltering heat warnings persist with temps near 100°F, while Memphis man David "DJ" Marsh Jr. remains missing after his car was found in Lonoke County. North Little Rock sees new fire station opening and FBI joint operation, plus a fundraiser for AC units amid rising heat concerns.

Little Rock — Law enforcement has identified victims in a fatal shooting in North Little Rock, while dangerous heat waves and a heat advisory affect much of Arkansas. A local family awaits state aid for their son with special needs, and historic recognition for Tucker Coliseum marks a key community milestone.

Little Rock police are investigating a fatal shooting near downtown with two injuries, as the city braces for heat and humidity with temperatures hitting 86°F. Nine Arkansans receiving organ transplants will compete in the 2026 Transplant Games of America in Denver, while Little Rock's baseball team ends their NCAA Super Regional run with a 7-2 loss to Troy.

Little Rock — A judge dismissed second-degree murder charges against Republican candidate Aaron Spencer in Lonoke County due to a due process violation. UALR baseball made history with its first College World Series appearance before losing to Troy, while the Jacksonville Museum of Military History repatriated a WWII flag found in a German cave.

Little Rock — Aaron Spencer's murder charges were dismissed due to due process issues, while a high-speed chase in Camden involving a 4-month-old child led to arrests and calls for stricter laws. A fatal shooting in Little Rock and vandalism at Woolly Hollow State Park also dominated local headlines.

Little Rock — A judge dismissed the murder case against Lonoke County Sheriff candidate Aaron Spencer due to missing evidence and investigator misconduct, while two Central High School sisters advanced to the Presidential AI Challenge Finals. A Pangburn home burned down during work hours, and Garland County partnered with Pafford Medical Services to deploy paramedics on Lake Hamilton patrol boats.

Little Rock — A viral video of black rat snakes flooding a rural Arkansas home sparks debate over wildlife preservation, while the City Board approves strict data center regulations in Little Rock. Public health officials warn that methamphetamine overdose deaths now exceed fentanyl in Arkansas, prompting expanded naloxone distribution efforts.

Little Rock — A viral video shows black rat snakes flooding a rural Arkansas home, raising concerns but also sparking discussions about their ecological role, while a body found in Bull Shoals Lake matches a missing man's description. City officials approved new data center regulations to balance growth with environmental standards as Little Rock opens cooling centers to combat rising temperatures...

Little Rock — Over 70 Arkansas Girls State counselors allege mistreatment by program leaders, while hundreds of families face stolen EBT benefits and a fatal car crash in Little Rock. City officials debate data center regulations, and the Little Rock Trojans advance to the NCAA Super Regional.

Little Rock — This episode covers the community's response to Jacoby Green's fatal shooting, the Little Rock baseball team's historic NCAA Super Regional berth, and the death of Centerton police captain Chris Kelley in a farm accident.

Little Rock — Arkansas Girls State staff resign en masse due to burnout, while severe weather warnings loom for Saturday and Sunday. Summer EBT recipients in Arkansas must reset PINs after card thefts, and Arkansas Razorbacks’ WCWS exit highlights key moments in college softball.

Little Rock — Arkansas Girls State staff resign en masse over organizational concerns, an 18-year-old's death sparks public safety debates, and the Razorbacks' WCWS run and baseball team's regional advancement dominate local sports coverage.

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