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3 days ago in Sports

Love throws 3 TD passes as the Packers beat the Panthers 27-19

Jordan Love realizes the Green Bay Packers need to finish better. They started out well enough Thursday night that their fourth-quarter struggles didn't really matter.

3 days ago in Sports

Red Wings suspend Dylan Larkin after GM says his agent told team he would no longer play for Detroit

The Detroit Red Wings have suspended Dylan Larkin without pay and taken him off the roster after they said his agent told the team the center will no longer play for the franchise, growing frustrated by its inability to move him months after he asked for a trade.

3 days ago in National, Trending

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general election

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election. The Vatican confirmed Friday that the Chicago-born pontiff had submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of November's midterm elections, citing his long-standing belief in civic participation.

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13,000+ Ballots Cast in Craighead County Early Voting

JRN is keeping you updated on the latest voter numbers during the early voting period for the 2026 general election.

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A-State Joins Higher Education Emergency Mutual Aid Agreement

The agreement allows member institutions to share resources before, during and after emergencies or special events.

4 days ago in Sports

Gray scores 23 points to help hot-shooting Dream beat Valkyries 80-69 to force Game 7 of WNBA Finals

The Atlanta Dream's shooters finally found some daylight. And as a result, the Dream's goal of winning their first WNBA championship is still shining bright.

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Make no bones about it, the giant skeleton has become an American Halloween fixture

It reared its bony head in 2020, during that first, chaotic pandemic year that was rife with grief and fear but also toilet paper hoarding and questionable lockdown-inspired purchases. Behold Skelly, the 12-foot, 90-pound skeleton with glowing LCD eyeballs, on sale for $299 from Home Depot, just in time for Halloween — at least, if you can get your hands on one.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

Patrick Stewart, legendary actor of ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ fame, dies at 86

Patrick Stewart, the classically trained actor who added Shakespearean gravitas to the "Star Trek" and "X-Men" franchises, has died. He was 86. Stewart died Wednesday in Los Angeles, following "a brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy Body Dementia, spokesperson Kelly Bush Novak said.

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Jonesboro Man Accused of Vehicle Theft, Multiple Break-ins at St. Bernard’s Hospital

A Jonesboro man is behind bars after police said he stole a vehicle and broke into several others at the St. Bernard's hospital parking garage.

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Sun Belt Conference Cross Country Championships on Docket for A-State

The Red Wolves seek their first women’s conference championship since 2023 and the first men’s title since 2022.

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NEA Children’s Museum Planning Color Run in Jonesboro to Benefit Museum

The upcoming NEA Children's Museum is hosting a color run later in November to promote community engagement and the museum itself.

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Proposed Jonesboro Public Safety Sales Tax Debated at Kiwanis Club Meeting

Panelists on both sides of the debate regarding a public safety sales tax on the general election ballot debated at the Kiwanis Club of Greater Jonesboro meeting on Wednesday.

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Former Harrisburg Police Chief and Son Plead Guilty to Misdemeanors in 2025 Impersonation Case

A former Harrisburg police chief and his son pled guilty to misdemeanor charges on Tuesday in regard to a 2025 impersonation case.

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Halloween Art Bash, Trunk-or-Treat Takes Over Windgate Hall on Oct. 30

A frightfully fun night, full of art and activities, it will also allow the community to experience this new space on campus.

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Trial Date Set for Jonesboro Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Juvenile

Court dates have been set for a Jonesboro man facing a felony charge after police said he sexually assaulted a juvenile.

4 days ago in World

A popemobile exhibition is unveiled at the Vatican, featuring the vehicle popes have used since 1930

The Vatican is opening a celebration of the popemobile, the now-iconic vehicle that for nearly a century has let popes get close to the faithful at home and abroad.

4 days ago in Entertainment

Hometown of ‘Addams Family’ creator becomes ghoulish Halloween destination

Before there was "The Addams Family," there was Westfield. Cartoonist Charles Addams, who created the eccentric, fictional family, drew inspiration for his signature macabre style from the elegant Victorian homes, historic cemetery and other landmarks of his New Jersey hometown.

4 days ago in Sports, Trending

Brewers beat the Rays 4-1 in Game 5 to win the first World Series title in franchise history

The small-ball Milwaukee Brewers playing in the smallest market in the majors are World Series champions for the first time. Hey, Milwaukee: grab a brat, raise a beer and prepare for that parade.

4 days ago in Entertainment

South Carolina police close investigation into Hayden Panettiere’s death after coroner’s ruling

Police in South Carolina have closed their investigation into the overdose death of actor Hayden Panettiere following a coroner's finding that it was accidental. The decision was based on the medical examiner's determination as well as the findings of the investigation, Greenville police said Wednesday in a statement.

4 days ago in World

Israelis await final election results as claim of foreign interference emerges

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his party on Thursday amplified allegations that the country's Arab-led parties had "stolen" the election, as final results are set to confirm that Netanyahu's bloc has lost its majority in parliament.

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Red Wolves Clinch Sun Belt West Division Title in Five-Set Thriller Versus Troy

Arkansas State volleyball (15-8, 11-1 SBC) withstood strong competition from Troy (13-8, 8-4 SBC) and clinched the Sun Belt West Division title in a 3-2 (25-18, 23-25, 25-18, 23-25, 15-9) thriller on Saturday afternoon inside First National Bank Arena.

2 days ago in News, Sports

A-State Extends Winning Streak With Four-Set Win Over Troy

As a team, A-State hit .309 in the match and tallied 57 kills alongside 54 assists, 59 digs and 11 total blocks.

2 days ago in News, Sports

Valley View Wins Fox Football Faceoff Vote, Nettleton Takes 6-0 Victory on the Field

Blazer fans earn $250 for athletic booster club as the season-long promotion heads into its regular-season finale