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15 hours ago in National, Trending
Democrats usher in a new era with their resounding sweep of the House and the Senate
Democrats are riding their sweep of Congress into a new era, eager to meet voter demands for change with plans to tackle high costs of living and confront President Donald Trump's final years in the White House.
Major League Baseball proposes delaying salary cap start until 2028 in talks with players
Major League Baseball proposed delaying the start of a salary cap until 2028, saying teams have too many commitments for next season that wouldn't allow them to reduce spending quickly enough.
2 days ago in National, Trending
Election Day arrives after a surge in early voting, with observers keeping close watch at the polls
The final day of voting in this year's midterm elections arrived Tuesday against a backdrop of uncertainty after a year in which President Donald Trump has tried to interfere in how states run their elections and sown doubts about the outcome should Republicans lose.
5 days ago in Sports, Trending
Brewers fans flood Milwaukee streets for a long-awaited World Series victory celebration
It was only fitting that the Milwaukee Brewers celebrated their first World Series title with a beer-soaked celebration worthy of their name. "We've had way too many parade beers," team captain and designated hitter Christian Yelich said Friday at a rally that capped a daylong party with fans.
6 days ago in National, Trending
Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general election
Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election. The Vatican confirmed Friday that the Chicago-born pontiff had submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of November's midterm elections, citing his long-standing belief in civic participation.
Features
1 week ago in Features, Trending
‘Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers’ brings artistry to a Halloween tradition
When fall arrives and leaves start changing color, Mike Valladao, a systems engineer at a cybersecurity company, slips into his alter ego, "Farmer Mike," also known as the "Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers."
World
7 days ago in World
A popemobile exhibition is unveiled at the Vatican, featuring the vehicle popes have used since 1930
The Vatican is opening a celebration of the popemobile, the now-iconic vehicle that for nearly a century has let popes get close to the faithful at home and abroad.
7 days ago in World
Israelis await final election results as claim of foreign interference emerges
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his party on Thursday amplified allegations that the country's Arab-led parties had "stolen" the election, as final results are set to confirm that Netanyahu's bloc has lost its majority in parliament.
1 week ago in World
Defeated Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro and his family land in Miami
Defeated Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro and his family have landed in Miami after fleeing Brazil. The stunning move comes after 48 hours in which Bolsonaro refused to concede to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and then threatened to attempt to annul the election result.
1 week ago in World
Voters in Israel are deciding whether to oust Netanyahu after 3 years of war
Israelis are voting in a pivotal election Tuesday as their country wrestles with unresolved wars, continues to reel from Hamas' 2023 attack and is deeply divided over the character of the state and the right person to lead it.
1 week ago in World
Lula’s win in Brazil bucks a regional shift to the right and denies Trump a powerful ally
Brazilian voters have denied Latin America's resurgent right its ultimate prize, snapping a streak of seven straight conservative presidential victories in 18 months.
2 weeks ago in World
Vance could be a major Category 3 hurricane Friday as it nears Mexico
Vance became a hurricane Friday and the National Hurricane Center said it would strengthen rapidly as it nears Mexico's Pacific Coast.
News from Jonesboro Right Now
2 hours ago in Education, News
Paisley Rea Crowned 2027 Miss Arkansas State University
Benton native wins $5,000 scholarship and prize package valued at more than $15,000 in annual competition at A-State's Fowler Center
7 hours ago in Crime & Safety, News
One Dead, One Injured in Jonesboro Shooting; Person of Interest Detained
The Criminal Investigation Division (CID) has arrived on the scene and is currently investigating the incident.
10 hours ago in Community, Education, Local Spotlight, News
A-State Named as a Top School for Veterans Through Work Done by Beck Center
Arkansas State University has been named a top school for military veterans by U.S. Veterans Magazine.
12 hours ago in Elections, News
ELECTION WRAP-UP: Safety Tax Fails, Massive Shakeup on Quorum Court, Runoffs Set
JRN has a breakdown on some of the biggest races in Craighead County and their outcomes during the 2026 general election.
13 hours ago in Food, Government & Politics, News
Appeal to Reverse Private Club Permit Denial for Proposed Jonesboro Restaurant Filed in Circuit Court
An appeal of the Jonesboro City Council's decision to deny a liquor license permit to a restaurant located near an elementary school was filed in Craighead County Circuit Court Tuesday.
14 hours ago in Education, Elections, Government & Politics, News
Democrat Erika Askeland Unseats Republican Incumbent Jack Ladyman in District 32 Race
Democratic challenger Erika Askeland has won the seat for Arkansas State House of Representatives District 32, unseating the six-consecutive-term incumbent, Republican Rep. Jack Ladyman.
14 hours ago in News, Weather Updates
Craighead County Lifts Burn Ban Following Recent Rainfall
Citizens are reminded to follow all applicable state and local laws regarding burning activities.
Entertainment
3 days ago in Entertainment
Holiday gifts for movie lovers, from Robert Pattinson nesting dolls to a podcast’s perfume
Let's start with the bad news: That A24 Dior T-shirt that you may have seen on Robert Pattinson and Sabrina Carpenter? It's not for sale. But you know what is? A nesting-doll set featuring Pattinson's A24 movie characters, from "Primetime" and "The Drama" to "The Lighthouse" and "Good Time."
5 days ago in Entertainment
Prosecutors drop felony charge against rapper Rick Ross in domestic violence case
Prosecutors have dropped a felony charge against rapper Rick Ross a month after he was arrested in Miami Beach when a woman he was living with told police he hit her, court records said.
6 days ago in Entertainment
Hugh Jackman, William Shatner and George Takei among those paying tribute to Patrick Stewart
The death of Patrick Stewart at 86 led to a slew of tributes, including from acting colleagues and even Marvel Studios. Known for his roles as Capt. Jean-Luc Picard in "Star Trek" and Professor Charles Xavier in the "X-Men" films, Stewart died in Los Angeles on Wednesday after what his spokesperson described as a "brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy Body Dementia.
6 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Patrick Stewart, legendary actor of ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ fame, dies at 86
Patrick Stewart, the classically trained actor who added Shakespearean gravitas to the "Star Trek" and "X-Men" franchises, has died. He was 86. Stewart died Wednesday in Los Angeles, following "a brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy Body Dementia, spokesperson Kelly Bush Novak said.
7 days ago in Entertainment
Hometown of ‘Addams Family’ creator becomes ghoulish Halloween destination
Before there was "The Addams Family," there was Westfield. Cartoonist Charles Addams, who created the eccentric, fictional family, drew inspiration for his signature macabre style from the elegant Victorian homes, historic cemetery and other landmarks of his New Jersey hometown.
7 days ago in Entertainment
South Carolina police close investigation into Hayden Panettiere’s death after coroner’s ruling
Police in South Carolina have closed their investigation into the overdose death of actor Hayden Panettiere following a coroner's finding that it was accidental. The decision was based on the medical examiner's determination as well as the findings of the investigation, Greenville police said Wednesday in a statement.
