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Arkansas man, 50, convicted to four life sentences plus 60 years after breaking into 20-year-old pregnant woman’s home, assaulting her, and raping her

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Arkansas - An Arkansas man was convicted earlier this week after a county jury found him guilty of two counts of indecent assault, kidnapping,...
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Governor Sanders delivers State of the State citing major pay increases for teachers, largest investment in public schools in Arkansas history, and income tax...

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Arkansas - Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders delivered the State of the State address on April 8 following the convening of the Fiscal Session of...
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Arkansas authorities determine use of deadly force justified in shooting involving 56-year-old woman who fired at husband and responding officers

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Arkansas - The 22nd Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney’s Office determined that the use of deadly force by members of the Saline County joint SWAT...
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Governor Sanders announces vacancy in District 44 nomination, initiating the process for a special election to fill the position and outlining key election dates

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Arkansas - Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced a vacancy in nomination for State Representative in District 44, initiating the process for a special election to...
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Arkansas doctor indicted for giving mind-altering drugs unnecessarily as co-workers allegedly restrained patients, including breaking one patient’s collarbone

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Arkansas - A federal grand jury indicted an Arkansas doctor, B. Hiyatt, last month, accusing the former chairman of the Arkansas State MedicaI Board...
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Governor Sanders announces Maumelle Pinnacles master plan, describes it as major effort to expand outdoor recreation and protect key resources in Central Arkansas

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Arkansas - Governor Sanders announced the Maumelle Pinnacles Master Plan on April 5, 2026, describing it as a major effort to expand outdoor recreation...

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