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Fundraiser for Arkansas dad charged with murder after he killed teen daughter's kidnapper tops $52,000
The funds will be used for the family's personal expenses, such as therapy and maintaining financial stability while navigating legal proceedings and fees. A fundraising campaign has been set up for Aaron Spencer, the Arkansas father arrested for...

Your Arkansas weather forecast from THV11
ARKANSAS, USA — Here's your Arkansas weather forecast from THV11: Summer heat and humidity will continue for the next several days. Some isolated showers and storms can't be ruled out on Sunday, but coverage will be limited. Luckily, some slight...

Arkansas nonprofit ABBA Charities supports women in crisis pregnancies with life planning
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Today is National Nonprofit Day and one Arkansas nonprofit is working to support women in crisis pregnancies, guiding them through what they say are some of life’s most difficult decisions. ABBA Charities, based here in...

Another summer heatwave is in full swing here in Arkansas | What to know
Our meteorology team has issued a THV11 Weather Impact Alert due to afternoon highs of 100°F or more that are expected here in Arkansas. Here's what to know. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Temperatures are heating up here in Arkansas as the month of August...

What to know before you go to the Steel City Arkansas River Festival
Sabrina Moses competes in the Badfish Freestyle Surf Competition at the Pueblo Waterworks Park during the Steel City Arkansas River Festival on Saturday, July 26, 2025.Zachary Allen/The Pueblo ChieftainTubers float down the river at the Pueblo...
Sheridan Graduate Crowned Mrs. Arkansas America, Heads to Mrs. America Stage

Taylor breaks Jamaican, Arkansas records for NACAC 800m bronze
Shawn Price August 16, 2025 FREEPORT, Grand Bahama – Razorback Tyrice Taylor broke the Jamaican national record and Arkansas school record in placing third with a time of 1 minute, 43.74 seconds in the 800m final at the North American, Central...

Arkansas State Police investigating Saturday morning shooting near Remmel Dam
by: Brandon Ringo Posted: Aug 16, 2025 / 06:11 PM CDT Updated: Aug 16, 2025 / 07:48 PM CDT HOT SPRING COUNTY, Ark. – Arkansas State Police officials are investigating a Saturday morning shooting that left one person injured. Officials said the...

Arkansas prison inmate Grant Hardin's extraordinary escape plan revealed
Arkansas inmate Grant Hardin hatched an extraordinary escape plot involving a fake uniform made from laundry items and a badge banged together out of a can. Hardin, also known as the Devil in the Ozarks, revealed he spent six months planning his...

Arkansas State Volleyball kicks off season with Scarlet and Black scrimmage
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) -Arkansas State Volleyball tipped off their season with the Scarlet and black scrimmage. Coach Brian Gerwig’s squad is coming up with 28 win season, including a Sunbelt regular season title and a trip to the third round of...

Arkansas football report: Sam Pittman gives injury updates after second scrimmage
FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas linebacker Xavian Sorey did not participate in Saturday’s scrimmage, the second of camp for the Razorback football team. Coach Sam Pittman said Sorey had a “procedure” and had to rest for about five days so the medication...

How these 3 Arkansas football position battles are stacking up

Arkansas State Football Coach Butch Jones talks after second scrimmage

Harrison, Brown boost Arkansas offense with big plays in fall camp
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Former major league outfielder Monte Harrison and sophomore wide receiver CJ Brown emerged as top playmakers for Arkansas during the team’s second fall camp scrimmage Saturday. It gives the Razorbacks a boost at a position...

Arkansas inmate's extreme escape plan revealed before he simply walked out of prison
An Arkansas inmate known as the 'Devil in the Ozarks' escaped prison by dressing in a fake uniform made from kitchen laundry and a badge crafted out of a can before ordering a guard to open the gate to let him out. Grant Hardin, a former police...

Arkansas Razorbacks compete, leave 2nd scrimmage of fall camp unscathed
Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. FAYETTEVILLE -- University of Arkansas tailbacks Mike Washington Jr. and Braylen Russell showed up big while quarterback Taylen Green had touchdown passes to CJ...

Arkansas football notebook: Pressure kicks, injury updates and more
FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas linebacker Xavian Sorey Jr. did not participate in Saturday’s scrimmage, the second of camp for the Razorback football team. Coach Sam Pittman said Sorey had a “procedure” and had to rest for about five days so the...

Three Fatal Accidents Reported in Southeast Arkansas
Southeast Arkansas has seen a tragic string of fatal accidents over the past week, with three separate crashes claiming the lives of motorists in Jefferson, Lincoln, and Drew counties. On Saturday, August 9, 2025, a single-vehicle accident...

Arkansas History for August 17: Gunfight at Garland County Courthouse
Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for August 17, and notable births and deaths of native Arkansans born on this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and...

Family, football and burritos: Canton native builds life of purpose at Arkansas eatery