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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.
UPDATE | Victim Injured in Gladiolus Drive Shooting Identified
The Jonesboro Police Department (JPD) is investigating a Wednesday night shooting that left a man injured.
Jonesboro Woman Arrested Following Weekend Stabbing on Belt Street
A Jonesboro woman is facing a felony charge after police said she stabbed another woman in the chest during a fight over the weekend.
A-State Track and Field Announces 2026-27 Schedule
The schedule features 22 regular-season meets including the Red Wolves Invitational on April 23-24.
4 days ago in Insurance and Financial Services Expert,
THE EXPERT | Decoding Life Insurance for Your Family’s Future
David McClain offers a breakdown on the different types of life insurance to make sure your family is protected.
City Water and Light to Flush Water System During First Week of November
City Water and Light (CWL) will be conducting overnight water line flushing across several Jonesboro neighborhoods starting Nov. 1.
A-State Meat Lab Dedicated After Receiving $750K Grant to Fund New Equipment, Upgrades
Officials gathered Wednesday morning to dedicate Arkansas State University's meat lab after it received a $750,000 grant to fund new equipment.
UPDATE | Charges Dropped Against Jonesboro Man in 2025 Sexual Assault Case
All charges have been dismissed against a Jonesboro man who was accused of sexually assaulting a minor after prosecutors were unable to locate the victim.
Arkansas State Baseball Announces 2027 Season Schedule
Arkansas State baseball head coach Mike Silva announced the release of the 2027 baseball schedule, including a pair of in-season tournaments and 22 home games.
New Chipotle Location in Jonesboro Opening on Election Day
Chipotle is currently looking to fill approximately 30 crew positions for the new location.
Downtown Jonesboro Roads to Close for JPD’s Trunk or Treat Block Party
Roads in downtown Jonesboro will be closed beginning Wednesday afternoon for the Jonesboro Police Department's Trunk or Treat Block Party.
5 days ago in World
Defeated Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro and his family land in Miami
Defeated Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro and his family have landed in Miami after fleeing Brazil. The stunning move comes after 48 hours in which Bolsonaro refused to concede to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and then threatened to attempt to annul the election result.
5 days ago in Sports, Trending
Rays stun Brewers with 2-run rally in 12th inning and force World Series Game 5 with 4-3 win
Milwaukee was three outs from its first World Series title when Junior Camerino started the bottom of the 12th inning with a grounder to third. Thousands of Brewers fans who trekked to Tropicana Field to witness the long-awaited moment started to cheer. Not so fast.
Valley View Student Among Winners of Governor’s ‘My Natural State Story’ Contest
The winners of the My Natural State Story contest winners were announced this week, with a Jonesboro student included among them.
Jonesboro Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison Following Beer Bottle Attack
A Jonesboro man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to an assault that left a victim with serious facial fractures last month.
Open Enrollment for Arkansas Health Insurance Marketplace Begins Nov. 1
Arkansans are encouraged to review their coverage carefully, compare available plans, and understand their costs before selecting a plan for the upcoming year.
Dedication Ceremony Planned for A-State Meat Lab after $750K in Upgrades
Work is complete on upgrades to the meat lab at Arkansas State University thanks to a $750,000 grant from the state Office of Skills Development.
Jonesboro’s ‘Shoeshine Man’ Richard Goggins Passes Away at 74
Richard's work shining shoes evolved into "a lifetime of friendships, familiar faces, and meaningful connections," his obituary stated.
Trial Date Set for Jonesboro Man in School Bus Threat Case
Court dates have been set for a Jonesboro man accused of threatening a school bus driver with a weapon in September.
Craighead County Quorum Court Approves Sheriff’s Office Step Pay Program, Inmate Fee Increases
The Craighead County Quorum Court on Monday night approved a pay increase program for certified sheriff's office deputies, as well as increases to the adult and juvenile inmate fees.
