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Arkansas Advocate: Massage parlor raid led to Chinese-American man accused of human trafficking, attorney general says
The arrest of a Chinese-American man who ran three Hot Springs massage parlors will help Arkansas authorities continue to crack down on human trafficking, Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin said Thursday, August 14, 2025 at a press conference....

Arkansas Advocate: Corrections officials, county sheriffs discuss prison capacity with Arkansas lawmakers
More prison beds will be needed as a result of recent legislation, further exacerbating current overcrowding issues in state and county facilities, according to a forecast presented to Arkansas lawmakers Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Wendy Ware,...

National Weather Service issues heat advisory for Jonesboro, Northeast Arkansas
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – Aug. 15, 2025 – The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for Jonesboro and much of Northeast Arkansas, with heat indices forecasted to be in excess of 105 degrees. The advisory takes effect on...

Three concerns for Arkansas football after two weeks of preseason camp
FAYETTEVILLE — Fall camp is a time for optimism. Arkansas football and every program across the country can control much of the narrative coming out of preseason practices. The players are bigger, faster and stronger, while a much-improved locker...

Car fire damages multiple other vehicles near Arkansas State Capitol
Firefighters responded to a car fire in the parking deck of the Victory Building across the street from the Arkansas State Capitol. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Firefighters responded to a car fire in the parking deck of the Victory Building across the...

Burn bans in eastern Arkansas as wildfire risk remains moderate
LITTLE ROCK — The number of Arkansas counties with burn bans in effect now stands at 11. The Arkansas Department of Agriculture said the entire state of Arkansas remains under a moderate risk of wildfire danger. Under a moderate risk, fires can...

Sen. Boozman: Great Summers in Arkansas’s Great Outdoors
Our state’s natural beauty, framed by stunning landscapes, majestic mountains, rolling national forests and rivers and diverse wildlife, often reminds us how blessed we are that Mother Nature favors Arkansas. These stunning features make The...

Second Amendment rights at state parks draw attention from Arkansas leaders
As leaders received an update on the Devil's Den double homicide, discussion turned to Second Amendment rights and public safety in state parks. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Second Amendment rights at state parks are on the minds of state leaders following...

Arkansas football defensive line gains from Florida's loss
FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas defensive line coach Deke Adams was trying to get in contact with Florida’s defensive end Justus Boone in the transfer portal. But Boone said he had two phone numbers at the time, so he wasn’t receiving the incoming calls....

Arkansas football notebook: DL coach Deke Adams latest assistant to tout his group
FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas defensive line coach Deke Adams and a couple of his charges — tackle Cam Ball and end Justus Boone — spoke with reporters Thursday following the 12th practice training camp, wrapping up the full series of position groups...

Southern Arkansas University wraps up summer healthcare academy with flair
Southern Arkansas University has concluded a vibrant six-week summer session of the Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP) Academy. The program was designed to introduce 33 rising high school seniors from South Arkansas to the world of...

What we saw at Arkansas football's 13th practice of fall camp

Arkansas History for August 15: Little Rock campaign
Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for August 15, and notable births and deaths of native Arkansans born on this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and...

Arkansas Can Enforce Law Banning Gender-Transition Surgeries on Minors
ST LOUIS, MO – The state of Arkansas can now enforce a law that has been on their books for years with regard to prohibiting the likes of what progressives have dubbed transgender-affirming surgeries on minors after an appeals court in Missouri...

Grant Hardin lived off berries, eggs, ants while on the run | New report details how ex-police chief escaped Arkansas prison
Arkansas corrections officials revealed critical missteps in Grant Hardin's escape in a newly released report. GRADY, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Corrections released a critical incident report with new details on how convicted murderer and...

Sanders Appoints Aaron Abbott to the Arkansas State Board of Education

Death penalty opponents call for reversal of Arkansas nitrogen execution law
Opponents of capital punishment on Friday called on Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders to reverse Arkansas' decision to allow nitrogen suffocation as a method of execution, calling the method inhumane and barbaric and asserting that states that have...

The Arkansas Newswrap: Immigration law changes, UA traffic plans, Beatles at the Ridge
This week’s headlines from The Arkansas Newswrap include Arkansas law enforcement agencies expanding cooperation with federal immigration authorities, the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville preparing for more students — and more traffic, and...

Arkansas Lottery Cash 3, Cash 4 winning numbers for Aug. 14, 2025
The Arkansas Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025 results for each game: Winning Cash 3 numbers from Aug. 14 drawing Midday: 0-0-4 Evening: 3-4-5 Check Cash 3 payouts and previous...

Meuchel and Gasso promoted to associate head coaches by Arkansas softball
Arkansas softball head coach Courtney Deifel has announced the promotion of assistant coaches Matt Meuchel and DJ Gasso to associate head coaches for the upcoming 2026 season. “We are excited to announce the promotion of Matt Meuchel and DJ Gasso...