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July’s Community Clean-Up Scheduled in Jonesboro

The cleanup is free and open to Jonesboro residents.

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People in hard hats stand in a line with shovels at a groundbreaking ceremony in front of a sign for the Real Time Crime Center, City of Jonesboro, and a brick building behind them.

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City Breaks Ground on New E911/Real Time Crime Center in Jonesboro

"This building, once it's completed, will be more than just four walls and a roof. This building will be the building where lives are saved."

5 hours ago in National

The Onion’s new parody of Alex Jones’ Infowars starts with $100,000 to Sandy Hook families

The satirical news site The Onion isn't waiting to take possession of Infowars to launch a parody of Alex Jones ' conspiracy platform. More than a year after first trying to buy Infowars, The Onion on Thursday will debut a send-up under its own website with plans to give some of the revenue to families of the victims in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.

5 hours ago in National

US employers pull back on hiring in June amid elevated inflation, global turmoil

U.S. employers slowed hiring last month and added only 57,000 jobs, less than half the previous month's total and a sign companies still have a cautious economic outlook.

5 hours ago in Sports

Taylor Fritz wins match and style points at Wimbledon. De Minaur also advances

A well-dressed Taylor Fritz impressed again at Wimbledon on Thursday, beating compatriot Patrick Kypson 6-2, 6-2, 7-5 to reach the third round as Princess Kate visited the All England Club.

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Craighead County, Northeast Arkansas Under Extreme Heat Warning

Craighead County and parts of Northeast Arkansas will be under an extreme heat warning on Thursday.

5 hours ago in Sports, Trending

U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive

Malik Tillman stepped up for a free kick with a bloody sock and a new right boot after being stepped on by an opponent as the United States scrambled to protect a one-goal lead, down a man in a World Cup knockout round.

5 hours ago in Entertainment

California to institute Bruce Lee Day, a first for a Chinese American in the state’s history

Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese American in California history with an annual namesake day.

5 hours ago in Religion, World

Vatican cracks down on a traditionalist group by excommunicating its bishops

The Vatican responded aggressively Thursday to a traditionalist group that consecrated bishops without the pope's consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X had formally broken with the Catholic Church.

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5 hours ago in

Crews Respond to 3-Vehicle Crash in Jonesboro

Roads have been shut down as crews respond to a three-vehicle crash in Jonesboro.

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8 hours ago in

ARDOT Announces Additional Effort to Reduce Litter on Arkansas Highways

In addition to diminishing the natural beauty of Arkansas, litter and roadway debris create safety hazards for motorists and for the crews responsible for removing them.

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20 hours ago in

Two Arrested in Jonesboro, Accused of Possessing Drugs

Two people were arrested in Jonesboro after police said they found drugs on each of their persons.

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Local Experts Warn of Severe Tick Season in Northeast Arkansas

As summer temperatures peak across Northeast Arkansas, local experts are warning residents that a severe uptick in tick activity is posing a double threat to area families and their pets.

22 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to host their wedding Friday at Madison Square Garden, AP source says

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will have their wedding at Madison Square Garden on Friday night, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the security plans.

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22 hours ago in

Paragould Woman Accused of Sexually Assaulting Child

A Paragould woman is accused of sexually assaulting a child.

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23 hours ago in

Former A-State Football Player and NFL Scout Convicted for Murder of Pregnant Girlfriend

Former Arkansas State University football player and NFL scout Blaise Taylor has been convicted of murdering his pregnant girlfriend, according to multiple reports.

24 hours ago in

Arkansas DHS Shifts Mental Health Requirements: What it Means for Craighead County

The contract, which begins on July 1, establishes clear expectations for crisis response, care coordination, forensic services, community-based treatment, and quality assurance to help seriously mentally ill adults receive timely care in their communities whenever possible.

Three men in suits at a groundbreaking ceremony beside a 'First Community Bank Sportsplex' sign on a construction site.

1 day ago in

Coca-Cola, Shadrachs Coffee to be Flagship Beverage Partners of First Community Bank Sportsplex in Jonesboro

Global icon and local favorite will fuel guests at Jonesboro’s new destination for sports, wellness, and community

1 day ago in National, Trending

Americans step out for their nation’s 250th in a proud moment sown with division and doubt

One of the stars of the American firmament once advised citizens of all stripes how to express their love of country. Mark Twain's long-ago words capture how Americans are stepping out this week to wish their nation a happy milestone birthday.

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ARDOT Introduces New Online Fuel Transport Permit System

This system is designed to alleviate the administrative burden of maintaining and processing completed paper permits.

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5 hours ago in Sports, Trending

U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive

Malik Tillman stepped up for a free kick with a bloody sock and a new right boot after being stepped on by an opponent as the United States scrambled to protect a one-goal lead, down a man in a World Cup knockout round.

5 hours ago in Entertainment

California to institute Bruce Lee Day, a first for a Chinese American in the state’s history

Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese American in California history with an annual namesake day.

22 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to host their wedding Friday at Madison Square Garden, AP source says

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will have their wedding at Madison Square Garden on Friday night, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the security plans.