Dash Cam Video Shows Police Officer Flipping Pregnant Woman's Car
A woman's car flipped on the interstate after an officer performed a PIT maneuver while pulling her over for speeding, even though she had already indicated she was slowing down and looking for a place to pull over safely. She filed a lawsuit in May.
Arkansas Gov on Ending Unemployment Benefits: People Need to Return to Work
"It immediately sent a signal to workers out there that you need to return to work," Hutchinson said of ending the federal benefits.
Angler Catches 'Very Rare' Golden Bass: 'One Fish in a Million'
Josh Rodgers caught an unusual largemouth bass while fishing in Beaver Lake, Arkansas.
Parents Outraged Over Fitness Studio Announcing Pole-Dancing Class for Kids
Vixens Fitness in Arkansas removed its Facebook page after the backlash.
Family Moves From Arkansas to Support Trans Teen Amid State's Surgery Ban
After living in Arkansas for more than 15 years, one family has packed up and moved to New Mexico where they can better support their 17-year-old son—after the state passed legislation that criminalized transgender health care.
Homeowner Allegedly Chops Down 100 Protected Trees to Improve His View
One walker saw six men using chainsaws to chop down the trees on the trail last week, according to the Pulaski County Sherriff's Office.
Teacher's Assistant Charged With Possession, Production of Child Porn
The 21-year-old suspect passed a criminal background check before working at private school teaching kids ages two through sixth grade.
2016 Photos Believed to Show Large Crack That Led to Closure of I-40 Bridge
The Interstate 40 bridge linking Tennessee and Arkansas was shut down indefinitely on May 11 after inspectors found a crack in one of two 900-foot horizontal beams critical for the structural integrity of the bridge, thanks to photos taken by a kayaker.
White Supremacist Gang President Jailed Over 'Despicable Acts' of Violence
Wesley Gullett, leader of the far-right New Aryan Empire (NAE) gang, was charged along with 51 other far-right gang members in Arkansas.
700 Barges Moving Again As Water Traffic Reopens on Mississippi River
The barges were idle for three days while officials determined whether or not a crack discovered on the Interstate 40 bridge that connects Tennessee and Arkansas was safe to pass under.
GOP Arkansas Governor Defends Cheney, Says Trump's 'Dividing Our Party'
Cheney shouldn't be "ousted for a vote of confidence," Hutchinson said.
3 States Will No Longer Pay Extra $300 Unemployment Benefits
Montana, South Carolina and Arkansas are stopping the extra $300 unemployment payment benefits as the economy rebounds. Several states have begun requiring those receiving unemployment benefits to show they are actively searching for work.
Deanna Duggar Shares Bible Verse After Josh Duggar Arrested for Child Porn
The aunt of the former reality star seemed to be referencing his alleged crimes.
Snake Slithering on Door Handle Leaves Two Men Trapped Indoors
Drama ensued when one of the men partially opened the door after a police officer managed to move the snake to the ground.
Josh Duggar's Sister Jill Calls His Arrest 'Very Sad'
While it is currently unclear why Duggar was arrested or what charges he faces, the records show that the 33-year-old is currently being held without bail and was booked into jail in Washington County at around 1:15 p.m. local time on Thursday.
Arkansas Legislature Passes Bill That Bans Federal Gun Laws
The legislation declares federal gun restrictions that violate the Second Amendment, enacted on or after January 1, 2021 invalid in the state. According to the Associated Press, the bill was approved in the Arkansas Senate and was voted 79-20 along party lines in the House.
Man Stabs Girlfriend to Death Atop Mountain, Is Jailed for Life
Victoria Lowry, 20, was fatally stabbed in the chest after she was driven to the top of a mountain in Bismarck, Arkansas, in May last year.
Teen Documents Her New Life After Accidentally Moving to a Retirement Home
Madi Ann, 19, moved to a new apartment in Arkansas and only realized it was a senior citizen complex when she arrived.
Asa Hutchinson Urges 'Conservative Compassionate View' Toward Trans Minors
"Let these decisions be made by those people that know and love the children the best," the Republican governor said.
Florida's Rick Scott Warns NCAA Against 'Woke Elitist Psychobabble'
"The NCAA likes to threaten FL and other states. Well, here's a threat to the NCAA—the American people are not going to allow biological males to compete in women's sports. It's not going to happen," the Florida senator tweeted.
Cat Trapped in Tree for 18 Days Finally Sets Paw on Solid Ground
Beverly McIntosh's cat Sparkles, whose ordeal undoubtedly cost her one of her nine lives, was rescued on March 31.
Arkansas Passes First Ban on Gender Surgery for Transgender Minors in U.S.
Lawmakers voted to reverse Governor Asa Hutchinson's decision a day after he unexpectedly broke party lines. The bill prohibits doctors from providing gender-confirming hormone treatment or puberty blockers to anyone under age 18.
Arkansas Governor Defies Party Line, Vetoes Transgender Youth Treatment Ban
Arkansas state legislators can override the governor's veto through a simple majority vote. Hutchinson said he expects them to do so after announcing his decision to reject the bill on Monday.
Arkansas Lawmakers Who Voted to Ban Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth
The controversial bill now heads to Arkansas' Republican Governor Asa Hutchinson's desk after it was passed in the state Senate.
Baylor Men's Basketball Makes Final Four for First Time in 71 Years
Baylor (26-2) advances to face former Southwest Conference rival Houston in the national semifinal this weekend.
Arkansas Enacts New Transgender Law on Sports Participation
The state passed a bill penalizing schools that allow transgender women to compete in female sports.
Three States Race to Not Be Last in U.S. to Pass a Hate Crime Law
"There's no question that the shootings in Atlanta ... has emphasized what many of us have been saying for months: that this is a growing problem that has to be addressed," Arkansas State Senator Jim Hendren told Newsweek.
Arkansas Bill Allows Medical Workers to Refuse Treatment to LGBTQ People
A bill passed by Arkansas' state legislature would allow doctors and other health care workers to deny any non-emergency services to LGBTQ people based on religious, moral or ethical objections.
'I'm 91 And The Oldest Working Police Officer In My State'
I'll be 92 years old on May 12 and I'm the oldest police officer still working in Arkansas and, I believe, all of America.
Man Finds Himself Surrounded by Deadly Snakes While Hiking in Arkansas
"I couldn't tell how many were in that spot but they were big!" the man wrote on Facebook following the close encounter.