ASU System and Arkansas National Guard announce new partnership

Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – Oct. 2, 2025 – Representatives from Arkansas State University System (ASU System) and the Arkansas National Guard (AR NG) announced a new partnership on Thursday. Through the partnership, the AR NG will...

Emily Gill: Work requirements for government services misguided

EMILY GILL The United States is an outlier among developed countries in its approach to medical care. This trajectory began after World War II, when similar countries were creating universal health coverage. Instead of making doctors public...

US stocks were choppy as the government shutdown held back key US data, with no weekly jobless claims released - Newsquawk Asia-Pac Market Open

US stocks were choppy as the government shutdown held back key US data, with no weekly jobless claims released. The Dollar eked out modest gains against G10 peers as the US government shutdown entered its second day. T-notes were choppy as traders...

Man seeking to restore visa status after being taken into ICE custody in Arkansas

After being arrested by ICE in Arkansas over a perfume bottle, Raghu is hoping to have his visa status restored after charges were dropped. BENTON, Ark. — A man who was taken into custody for 30 days by ICE officers over a perfume bottle in his...

Arkansas' U.S. senators blame Democratic colleagues for government shutdown

WASHINGTON -- As U.S. senators waited Tuesday to vote on measures to fund the government, Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., did not hesitate to blame his Democratic colleagues for the stalemate on Capitol Hill. "For the second time this year -- the second...

Florida man arrested after allegedly killing his sister in Arkansas

Special agents with ASP traveled to Florida to collect evidence leading to Brown's arrest. LESLIE, Arkansas — A Florida man has been arrested after allegedly killing his sister in Arkansas earlier this year. A release from Arkansas State Police...

7 state parks with national park-worthy wonders to explore during the government shutdown

From Acadia's rocky shores to Zion's slot canyons, U.S. national parks are the crown jewels of national conservation. But they are also getting more crowded. In 2024, the National Park Service set a record with nearly 332 million recreational...

Three non-citizens arrested for illegal voting in Arkansas elections

Authorities with Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin's office this week arrested three non-citizens who cast ballots illegally in elections last year, he announced in a Thursday news conference. The three women, who lived in different cities and...

Medicare scammers target Arkansas seniors

During the largest Justice Department health-care fraud takedown this year, the government seized more than $245 million in cash, luxury vehicles, cryptocurrency and other assets. (Ilzer/peopleimages.com/Adobe Stock)Groups working to help seniors...

Federal shutdown delays USDA payments to Arkansas farmers, including ARC, PLC funds

WASHINGTON — The federal government shutdown is expected to delay cash flow from the U.S. Department of Agriculture program to farmers. Disbursement of the Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage program payments triggered in 2024 were...

Little Rock City Board looks to move toward ending summer curfew

At their agenda setting meeting Tuesday afternoon, Little Rock’s Board of Directors and Little Rock Police Department Chief Health Helton discussed the expiration of the citywide juvenile curfew. Helton is in favor of ending it, but some city...

Arkansas Foodbank rallies community support amid government shutdown

LITTLE ROCK, AR (KATV) — As the federal government shutdown continues, the Arkansas Foodbank is calling on the community for support. The shutdown could impact up to 500,000 Arkansans, including federal employees, SNAP recipients, and families...

What one national park looked like on the first day of the government shutdown

It was a beautiful fall day at Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. The aspen trees shimmered a bright yellow and snow dusted the high peaks in the distance. “I just love seeing all the mountains. I love seeing the water. I just love the...

Mahindra announces 2025 military giveaway winner

Mahindra Ag North America announced the winner of its 2025 Military Salute Giveaway, a nationwide initiative honoring the service and sacrifice of U.S. military personnel, Lt. Colonel George Knight, retired U.S. Air Force Reserve. He’s now one of...

Arkansas History for October 2: Elaine massacre

Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for October 2, and notable births and deaths of native Arkansans born on this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and...

Paul Finebaum gets Tuberville's praise as he weighs political run after Kirk tragedy

ESPN star Paul Finebaum talks to OutKick's Clay Travis about his feelings after Charlie Kirk was assassinated. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! In a recent interview with OutKick, ESPN college football analyst Paul Finebaum announced...

Arkansas opens portal for $50 billion Rural Health Program proposals

Share This Article Arkansas has launched a public portal for healthcare providers, nonprofits and other stakeholders to submit proposals for the state’s application to a $50 billion federal rural health program, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders...

Clinton Presidential Center partially closes amid federal government shutdown

by: Miriam Battles Posted: Oct 1, 2025 / 10:00 AM CDT Updated: Oct 1, 2025 / 10:02 AM CDT LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Parts of the Clinton Presidential Center will be temporarily closed amid the federal government shutdown. The Clinton Presidential...

Arkansas politicians react as federal government shuts down

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — The federal government shut down early Wednesday morning as Congressional Republicans and Democrats failed to reach an agreement on a funding deal. The shutdown is set to see thousands of federal employees and...

Arkansas national parks and historic site services limited due to federal budget impasse

LITTLE ROCK, AR (KATV) — As a result of a federal government shutdown that officially started September 30, 8 national parks in Arkansas are now impacted by the budget impasse. Those locations are the Arkansas Post National Memorial, Buffalo...