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4 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Gen Z’s credit scores are dropping. Here’s what to do if yours is too
Gen Z has seen its credit scores drop more than any other generation over the past year, largely because of student loan debt, according to a new report out this week.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Miami Heat All-Star Tyler Herro has ankle surgery and will miss the start of training camp
All-Star guard Tyler Herro underwent surgery Friday to repair an issue affecting his left ankle and foot, meaning the Miami Heat will be without their leading returning scorer when training camp starts later this month.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James who co-wrote ‘Jesus, Take the Wheel’ dies in plane crash
Grammy award-winning country songwriter Brett James, whose string of top hits includes "Jesus, Take the Wheel" by Carrie Underwood and "When the Sun Goes Down" by Kenny Chesney, died in a plane crash in North Carolina, authorities said Friday. He was 57.
4 weeks ago in World
The Taliban release British couple held for months in Afghanistan on undisclosed charges
The Taliban released on Friday a British couple held in Afghanistan for more than seven months on undisclosed charges, likely part of a wider effort to get their government recognized internationally, years after taking power.
4 weeks ago in National
Kennedy’s vaccine advisers change COVID shot guidance, calling them an individual choice
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s new vaccine advisers added confusion Friday to this fall's COVID-19 vaccinations — declining to recommend them for anyone and leaving the choice up to those who want a shot.
Jonesboro man accused of sexual extortion, stalking given $100K bond
A Jonesboro man is being held on a $100,000 cash-only bond after police said he posted nude photos of a victim online and threatened to share more unless they got back together.
Jonesboro man accused of attacking woman and son
A Jonesboro man faces domestic battering charges after police said he hit his son’s mother and attempted to strike the child, prompting the woman to fire a gun in the air to protect the child.
First United Methodist Church of Jonesboro to host Pet Blessing in October
First United Methodist Church of Jonesboro is inviting the community to a Pet Blessing to take place in October.
Marybeth Byrd performs concert at Jonesboro library
"American Idol" and "The Voice" finalist Marybeth Byrd performed a free outdoor concert at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library Thursday night.
Highland man killed in Thursday morning crash in Craighead County
A crash on State Highway 18/County Road 575 on Thursday morning resulted in the death of one person and another person being injured.
4 weeks ago in Music, Trending
Cardi releases highly anticipated ‘Am I the Drama?’ album
Seven years after her landmark debut "Invasion of Privacy," Cardi B has returned. And, in typical fashion, she's doing it with plenty of spectacle.
Crews battle evening fire at Jonesboro golf course, no injuries reported
An investigation is underway after a fire destroyed the clubhouse at a Jonesboro golf course Wednesday night.
1 month ago in Sports
Clayton Kershaw to retire after 18 seasons with Dodgers, making final start Friday
Three-time Cy Young Award winner Clayton Kershaw will retire at the end of this season, the Los Angeles Dodgers announced Thursday.
1 month ago in Lifestyle
American Express Platinum Card gets pricier and adds new perks, including a $400 dining credit
The Platinum Card is getting shinier and pricier. American Express' latest update to its high-end Platinum Card, unveiled Thursday, comes with a lot more perks, including a $400 credit for dining out, and a lofty annual fee of $895.
Distinguished Alumni for 2025 named at A-State
The Arkansas State University Alumni Association will recognize six outstanding graduates as Distinguished Alumni during the 2025 Homecoming celebration.
1 month ago in Entertainment, Trending
Kimmel’s future hangs in balance after ABC suspends his late-night show over Charlie Kirk comments
Jimmy Kimmel's television future hung in the balance Thursday after ABC suspended his late-night show following the host's comments about the assassination of Charlie Kirk, leaving the network's parent company to decide whether supporting him is worth the risk to its business.
Jonesboro police investigating Thursday afternoon shooting
The Jonesboro Police Department is investigating a shooting incident that occurred Thursday afternoon.
A-State Museum combines science, technology and fun at upcoming STEAMFest
The A-State Museum will be hosting STEAMFest 2025 in October, combining what museum officials call its two most popular events.
