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4/24/2025 7:19:00 AM

Unpacking Sanders' Veto: Why Schools Struggle to Discipline Violent Students

Arkansas Governor's Veto Sparks Debate: Should Schools Have More Power to Remove Violent Students?Controversial Decision Leaves Educators and Parents DividedGovernor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has ignited...

2/21/2025 8:32:34 PM

New Bill to Legalize Wine and Beer Delivery Awaits Governor's Approval

# Cheers to Convenience: Arkansas Bill Paves the Way for Wine and Beer Delivery In a move that could revolutionize how Arkansans enjoy their favorite beverages, a new bill allowing the delivery of wi...

1/28/2025 10:26:50 PM

Senate Panel Approves Bill Expanding Liquor Licenses, Sparks Backlash from Independent Stores

Arkansas Senate Committee Approves Bill to Expand Liquor Permits Amidst Pushback from Independent StoresIn a move that has stirred controversy, the Arkansas Senate Committee has advanced a bill aimed ...

1/13/2025 9:55:14 PM

Unveiling the Unknown: Arkansas Lawmakers Kick Off a Pivotal Session Amid Uncertainty in Core 2025 Legislative Goals

Unveiling the Future: Arkansas Lawmakers Kick Off a Pivotal Legislative Session As the Arkansas Legislature convenes for its 2025 session, the air is thick with anticipation and uncertainty. What wil...

1/6/2025 9:30:44 PM

Unlock the Adventure: Are You Ready to Dig Deep into the Excitement?

Unleashing the Power of Digging: A Deep Dive into the Art of Excavation Have you ever watched a construction crew work tirelessly, digging and moving earth, and wondered about the intricate world of ...

12/13/2024 11:01:46 PM

“Senate President Hester Faces Setbacks in High-Stakes Defamation Battle: What’s Next?”

Breaking News: Arkansas Senate President Hester's Legal Battle Heats Up! In a striking turn of events, Arkansas Senate President Hester has found himself embroiled in a defamation lawsuit that could ...

3/8/2024 1:53:03 AM

Corrections board member accused of covering up kid abuse must go, legislators state

Alonza Jiles (left) and Ted Suhl Brian Chilson A group of Arkansas legislators held an interview at the state Capitol Thursday to renew calls for Alonza Jiles to step down from the state Board...

11/24/2023 5:06:10 PM

Arkansas law compelling pro-Israel belief topic of New York Times story

Advocates of Palestine march in downtown Little Rock in October 2023 to protest the Israel-Hamas war. A 2017 Arkansas law that requires others, suppliers and speakers to pledge not to boycott I...

4/1/2025 1:01:35 AM

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# **Senate Pushes Controversial Bill: Harsher Penalties for Undocumented Immigrants and Mandatory ICE Cooperation** **Breaking Now News (BNN)** — A contentious bill expanding criminal penalties for u...

2/18/2025 11:54:47 PM

Library Director Degree Requirement May Be Dropped in New Bill by 'Book Ban Dan'" – Explore the latest legislative push and its impact on local

# Is the End of Degree Requirements for Library Directors a Step Forward or a Threat to Literacy?In a move that has sparked heated debate across Arkansas, state lawmakers are pushing to eliminate the ...

1/21/2025 10:57:04 PM

New Bill Aims to Shine Light on Redistricting: A Heated Senate Committee Debate Unfolds!

Unpacking the Debate: A Bold New Bill to Revolutionize Redistricting Transparency In a world where political boundaries can change the fate of elections, a new bill is making waves in the Senate. Thi...

1/9/2025 8:36:05 PM

State Senator Unveils Innovative Plan to Tackle County Jail Backlog—A Fresh Approach to Justice Reform!

Revolutionizing Justice: A Fresh Approach to Jail Backlogs in Arkansas As the challenges of overcrowded jails and lengthy backlogs continue to plague Arkansas’s justice system, one state senator is s...

1/2/2025 6:30:22 PM

Hot Topics for 2025: Arkansas Lawmakers Set to Debate Education, Maternal, and Mental Health Issues!

Hot Topics in Education and Maternal Health: The 2025 Arkansas Legislative Showdown As the 2025 legislative session approaches, Arkansas lawmakers are gearing up for a heated debate over two critical...

6/26/2024 7:38:18 PM

Defamation match against state Senate president modified to add constitutional challenge

AND SO, HE SHALL HAVE IT: State Sen. Bart Hester has actually reached the Finding Out phase. In an ironic twist, a libel fit that could have been avoided totally with a basic retraction has now...

3/1/2024 12:35:39 AM

Corrections board member Jiles rejects contacts us to resign, rejects accusations

Alonza Jiles (left) and Ted Suhl Brian Chilson Gov. Sarah Sanders on Thursday finally signed up with the chorus of Arkansas Republicans calling for the resignation of Alonza Jiles, a member of...

10/31/2023 4:11:00 PM

Is badgering a Jewish guy from Jerusalem the podiumgate interruption Sarah Sanders needs? She's trying it.

Gov. Sarah Sanders traveled to Las Vegas to speak at a Republican Jewish Coalition occasion. Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Arkansas state Senate President Pro Tem Bart Hester (R-Cave Springs)...

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11/10/2025 8:20:06 PM

Nauticus battles for the national Christmas light crown

Historic Battleship to Dazzle in National Holiday Lights Competition A landmark museum vessel in Norfolk is preparing to shine on a national stage. The organization Nauticus has announced that its ...

11/10/2025 8:19:45 PM

Saying Goodbye to Bali, Our Playful Siamang Friend

Beloved Ape Dies at Virginia Zoo, Leaves Lasting Legacy A cherished siamang ape, a resident of a prominent Virginia zoo for nearly his entire life, has passed away at the age of 21, the facilit...

11/10/2025 8:19:23 PM

Tragic shooting leaves one dead, suspect now faces murder charges.

Woman Faces Murder Charge in October Norfolk Homicide Case A significant development has emerged in an ongoing homicide investigation from last fall. Authorities have formally charged a woman in co...