News » Page 4
What is closed for Christmas in Craighead County?
With Christmas quickly approaching, JRN has compiled a list of closures across Craighead County.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Los Angeles Angels settles lawsuit with family of pitcher Tyler Skaggs over fatal overdose
The Los Angeles Angels reached a confidential settlement Friday in a lawsuit over the drug overdose death of pitcher Tyler Skaggs.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Judge nixes conviction of one of two men found guilty of killing Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay
A judge Friday voided the conviction of one of the two men found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay, ruling that there wasn't enough evidence that the man had a motive to kill the hip-hop luminary.
2 weeks ago in National
Justice Department begins releasing long-awaited files tied to Epstein sex trafficking investigation
The Justice Department on Friday began releasing its files on Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender and wealthy financier known for his connections to some of the world's most influential people, including Donald Trump, who as president had tried to keep the files sealed.
Affidavit: Jonesboro police seize over 400 grams of drugs, including meth and fentanyl, in traffic stop
Jonesboro police said a routine traffic stop on Sunday resulted in the seizure of substantial amounts of meth and fentanyl.
Crowley’s Ridge Development Council has opened LIHEAP applications for select households
Applications for the Crowley's Ridge Development Council's winter utility assistance program have opened for qualifying households.
Winter item drive will be conducted at A-State women’s basketball game on Saturday
A-State will be collecting winter hats, scarves, and gloves during Saturday's game to benefit the Warm & Loved program.
Tops Bar-B-Q & Burgers announces plan to open location in Jonesboro
The grand opening celebration will be in mid-January.
Six months later: The impact of downtown Jonesboro’s commercial truck ordinance
The ordinance, passed on June 17, was intended to redirect large truck traffic away from downtown Jonesboro.
Jonesboro sanitation routes to be on adjusted schedules for holidays
Sanitation routes for the City of Jonesboro will be on adjusted schedules starting next week due to the Christmas and New Year's holidays.
2 weeks ago in Sports
LeBron James cites ‘Luka magic’ as Doncic has 45-point triple-double
LeBron James was in awe of "Luka magic" after Luka Doncic had 45 points, 14 assists and 11 rebounds in his fifth triple-double of the season in a 143-135 win over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt welcome their ‘perfect angel girl’
Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt have announced the birth of their "perfect angel girl." They took to Instagram on Thursday to herald the Dec. 12 birth of Scottie Rose Hewitt Davidson, accompanied by several photos of the couple cradling and caring for their newborn.
2 weeks ago in World
Spread of famine in Gaza Strip averted but Palestinians there still face starvation, experts say
The spread of famine has been averted in the Gaza Strip, but the situation remains critical with the entire Palestinian territory still facing starvation, the world's leading authority on food crises said Friday.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Seahawks overcome 16-point deficit to stun Rams 38-37 in OT in NFC West showdown
Mike Macdonald was in no mood to play for a tie, and the Los Angeles Rams' defense had no interest in letting Sam Darnold connect with any of his top receiving options.
Meurrier establishes endowed scholarship to support future veterinarians at A-State
The Nick Meurrier Scholarship for Veterinary Advancement is designed to assist students with an interest in emerging innovations.
A-State unlocks Xbox Bowl achievement in win over Missouri State
With the sixth bowl victory in program history, A-State has claimed bowl wins in back-to-back seasons for the first time.
2 weeks ago in National
Democrats keep 2024 election review under wraps, saying a public rehash won’t help them win in 2026
The Democratic National Committee head has decided not to publish a formal assessment of the party's defeat that returned Donald Trump to power and gave Republicans complete control in Washington.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Romanian court sentences US rapper Wiz Khalifa to 9 months for drug possession
American rapper Wiz Khalifa was sentenced by a court in Romania on Thursday to nine months in jail for drug possession, more than a year after he took part in a music festival in the Eastern European country.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Tarik Skubal joins Paul Skenes on US World Baseball Classic pitching staff
Two-time AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers has agreed to pitch for the United States in the World Baseball Classic, joining a pitching staff that includes reigning NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Timberwolves formalize a reunion with Kevin Garnett, with a plan to finally retire his No. 21 jersey
Kevin Garnett will finally have his No. 21 formally retired by the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Timberwolves announced on Thursday they've hired the Hall of Fame member and franchise icon as a team ambassador, with a plan to honor Garnett in a jersey-raising ceremony at Target Center on a future date.
