U.S. Highway 67 designated as Interstate 57
A stretch of Interstate 57, formerly U.S. Highway 67 from North Little Rock to Walnut Ridge has been designated as an interstate. The 120 mile swath is part of
Trojans overheat, hand over big lead
The University of Arkansas women's basketball team rallied from a 16-point deficit midway through the third quarter and knocked off Arkansas-Little Rock 71-60 in overtime Monday night at the Jack Stephens Center in Little Rock.
Higginbottom drops 24 pts, Arkansas women’s basketball beats Little Rock in OT
Arkansas women’s basketball used an 11-0 run in overtime to come back from a 16-point deficit and take down Little Rock, 71-60, at the Jack Stephens Center. The Razorbacks (2-1) went into the fourth quarter trailing by 11 points and outscored the Trojans ...
Trial for Little Rock director’s lawsuit against city over arrest indefinitely postponed over appeal
The trial for Little Rock City Director Ken Richardson's wrongful arrest lawsuit against the city set for Wednesday was indefinitely postponed while city lawyers appeal the judge's refusal to dismiss the litigation to the Arkansas Court of Appeals.
Storms forecast to move through Arkansas Wednesday evening
After some areas in Arkansas were hit with weekend showers, more rain and the possibility of some severe weather is forecast for parts of the state on Wednesday evening.
Recorded history: NLR record shop marks 40 years in business
Arkansas Record-CD Exchange, located at 4212 MacArthur Drive in North Little Rock, has been a cornerstone of the Central Arkansas music scene for 40 years, a milestone the disc emporium achieved on Oct. 12. Owner Bill Eginton said it’s overwhelming to think about. “It all happened so fast,” he reflected recently.
Little Rock selected by Faymonville Group for company's first U.S. production facility
Little Rock has been selected by the Faymonville Group, a trailer and heavy transport equipment manufacturer, as the site for its first U.S. production facility.
Frail child among Little Rock Nine faced down segregation mobs
Thelma Mothershed-Wair, who has died aged 83, was one of the nine black students who in 1957 had to be escorted by the 101st Airborne Division through jeering mobs at Little Rock Central High during the desegregation of schools in Arkansas, a watershed moment in the civil rights struggle.
Trailer manufacturer to build factory at Port of Little Rock, create 500 jobs
Little Rock is set to gain 500 jobs with a $100 million investment by a seventh-generation European trailer manufacturer that will feature the port as a hub of its U.S. operations.
What will make the difference? Looking beyond Little Rock’s sales tax proposal
Before we rush to raise sales taxes, we need to count the costs and the impacts to people who are struggling to get by.
Arkansas Storm Team Forecast: Elevated wildfire danger & record high temps
OVERNIGHT: After record breaking high temperatures Monday afternoon, it will stay warm through the early evening, with temperatures in the 80s through 7pm. Low temperatures will be nearly 20
Little Rock voters to weigh in on sales tax increase
On Election Day, Little Rock residents will have the chance to vote on a proposal to raise the sales tax by one percent. Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott Jr. says the city needs money for projects he wants to see built, so he is once again trying to up the sales tax.
Arkansas Storm Team Forecast: Tuesday – Another Record Warm Day; Rain is still coming on Halloween
We will experience record warmth again today and tomorrow before a strong cold front starts slicing through the state Wednesday night and will bring rain and thunderstorms Wednesday night and
UA Little Rock unveils website tracking a century of Little Rock’s history
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock debuted a new educational website that chronicles the evolution of the city of Little Rock through more than a century of history.
Local architectural firms, projects win awards
Arkansas architectural firms and their projects were honored by the Arkansas chapter of the American Institute of Architects in the annual Design Awards program at the recent state convention in Fort Smith Oct.
Grass fire reported on I-30 in Hot Spring County
HOT SPRING COUNTY, Ark. – The Arkansas Department of Transportation has reported a grass fire in the median of Interstate 30 in Hot Spring County. ARDOT officials reported the fire just after noon near exit 83, northeast of Caddo Valley. ARDOT cameras show that lanes are not blocked and traffic still flowing through the smoke.
7 Points (10/28): Winners from Friday, postseason football matchups ahead, a look at tonight's volleyball
Seven Points with a look the winners from Friday night, the postseason matchups for KMAland Iowa and Nebraska schools in the state playoffs, a preview of tonight’s regional volleyball action
Investing in LR’s public safety
Growing, thriving cities know they have to invest in themselves in order to continue growing and thriving. And that includes making key investments in infrastructure like roads and bridges, quality-of-life amenities such as parks and recreation,
Scott Rabalais: Three things we learned about LSU from Saturday's game at Arkansas
Three things we learned about LSU from Saturday's game at Arkansas Our LSU football coverage is brought to you in part by Associated Grocers.
Prep Football: Arkansas High 'outmanned' against top-ranked Little Rock Parkview
TEXARKANA, Ark. -- Facing the reigning two-time state champion Little Rock Parkview, Arkansas High knew it was in for a tough night. The Patriots, loaded with talent, cruised to a 57-7 victory Friday at Razorback Stadium, but Arkansas High head coach Trey Outlaw still saw reasons to be proud of his...
Arkansas Supreme Court rejects wording for planned Cherokee casino
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Supreme Court last week upheld the wording of a ballot measure that would revoke a planned Cherokee casino’s license, rejecting an effort to disqualify a proposal that has led to millions of dollars in campaign ads and mailers.
Little Rock Nine member Thelma Mothershed Wair dies
FILE - Thelma Mothershed Wair seated on the bench that bears her name at Little Rock Central High School's 49th anniversary celebration of its integration on Sept. 25, 2006 as they dedicated memorial benches around the reflecting pool that carry the names of the nine black students. (Arkansas Democrat-Gazette/STEVE KEESEE)
3 Keys for Arkansas’ 34-10 loss to LSU
The quick curls and slants coming from the outside receivers spread the Arkansas defense out. LSU took advantage by capitalizing on the inside run and misdirection run plays. The LSU ground force gathered 158 rushing yards and three touchdowns. LSU was firing on all cylinders, scoring on eight of their ten possessions.
Arkansas Supreme Court chief justice race defined by recent rulings
Recent rulings by the Arkansas Supreme Court have defined a difference between the two candidates running for chief justice.
Little Rock man recalls rescuing driver from burning car on Oct. 12
When a red Ford Mustang left the interstate a little after 1 a.m. on Oct. 12 and crashed into a row of trees, Hakeem Jordan and his wife Wendy Jordan were close by under the carport of their house and catching up, they said.
Taylor, Temple unopposed for seats on North Little Rock School Board
Cindy Temple is running for reelection to the North Little Rock School Board's Zone 5 position and newcomer Henry Taylor is seeking the board's Zone 2 seat now held by Tracy Steele, who is running for the Arkansas House of Representatives.
Arkansas experiencing increased wildfire danger
As we continue to see dry conditions across Arkansas, not only are the number of burn bans increasing but so is the risk of wildfires popping up.
Former airman at Little Rock Air Force Base pleads guilty to child pornography count
A former airman at Little Rock Air Force Base in Jacksonville pleaded guilty Wednesday to one count of attempted production of child pornography and faces a mandatory minimum 15-year prison term when he returns for sentencing in a few months.
Arkansas State Fair Livestock Director Scharidi Barber shares plans for livestock entries
Arkansas State Fair Livestock Director Scharidi Barber aims to promote agriculture throughout the state.With livestock being exhibited throughout the fair, her
Deputies investigating after body found floating in river near Little Rock yacht club
The Pulaski County sheriff's office is investigating after a body was found at the Rock City Yacht Club in Little Rock, the agency announced Thursday.
Extension offers 2024 Arkansas Ballot Issue Voter Guide
The 2024 Arkansas Ballot Issue Voter Guide is now available. It offers non-biased, research-based information about three proposed constitutional amendments on the ballot in the state’s upcoming general election.
Winner of the Week: Presley Stam
The 40/29 Winner of the Week is Shiloh Christian golfer Presley Stam. Stam has assembled quite the resume in her junior season. She led the Saints to a runner-up finish at the Class 4A girls state golf tournament for a second straight year, while coming in third individually to qualify for the high school overall state championship.
UA Little Rock Celebrates Completion of Trojan Way Project
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock celebrated the completion of the multi-year Trojan Way Project, a transformation that revita
Winning not critical for success, coach says
"Seven of the last 10 years, UCA has the highest winning percentage by season than any other Division I team in the state of Arkansas," he said. "UCA has four current players in the NFL (and) we have three or four prospects that will be in the NFL at this time next year. (UCA) is a unique place."
Nick Kyrgios sledges Bernard Tomic who made history with wild 39-minute tennis capitulation
Nick Kyrgios couldn't hold back as he mocked fellow Aussie tennis pro Bernard Tomic in what was a bad day at the office for the former World No.17. Bernard Tomic has made the tennis history books for all the wrong reasons at the ATP Challengers final.
One dead after car drives off overlook near dam at Greers Ferry Lake
The Cleburne County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating a vehicle accident that happened near the dam at Greers Ferry Lake.