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Former Suspect in 2019 Fatal House Fire Faces New Charges in Jonesboro Stalking Investigation

A man who faced now dropped capital murder charges in a 2019 fatal house fire is now facing new charges following a fire at his ex-girlfriend's Jonesboro home.

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$25M Windgate Hall of Art and Innovation Opens at A-State

The new $25 million hall brings together students from Art + Design, Engineering and Computer Science to collaborate on creative, interdisciplinary projects.

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Arkansas Graveler to Kick Off in Jonesboro, Take Riders Through the Delta

The Arkansas Graveler will return to Jonesboro this year, but this time, the city will be the starting point of a ride that aims to show off the Arkansas Delta to bikers.

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Crews Respond to Early Morning Wreck Outside of Jonesboro

Crews responded to a highway wreck just outside of Jonesboro early Wednesday morning.

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Jonesboro Traffic Stop Leads to Fentanyl Trafficking Charges for Two Men

Two men are behind bars after police said they discovered over 100 grams of drugs, including suspected fentanyl, hidden inside a U-Haul van during an early-morning traffic stop in Jonesboro.

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Jonesboro City Council Approves Ordinances Placing Proposed Public Safety Tax on the Ballot

The Jonesboro City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved two ordinances involving the proposed public safety tax set to appear on the November ballot.

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Jonesboro Police Test New AI Dispatcher for Non-Emergency Calls

The Jonesboro Police Department (JPD) is rolling out a new, temporary addition to its E911 dispatch team this week: an artificial intelligence call taker.

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Jonesboro Library to Adjust Hours for Staff Meeting

The library will be open for regular business hours after 10:30 a.m.

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Jonesboro Man Held on $150K Bond After Allegedly Choking, Beating Pregnant Girlfriend

A Jonesboro man is being held on a $150,000 cash/surety bond after police said he attacked his pregnant girlfriend, choking her to the point of unconsciousness.

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Baptist Memorial Hospital-Paragould Receives Five Awards for Heart and Stroke Care

Get With The Guidelines is the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s hospital-based quality improvement program that provides hospitals with the latest research-based guidelines.

2 weeks ago

Man Accused of Breaking into and Shooting at Jonesboro Home

A West Memphis man faces multiple charges after police said he shot at a Jonesboro home and forced his way inside.

2 weeks ago

Red Wolves for St. Jude and Volunteer A-State to Host Free Alumni Brunch

Both groups invite Arkansas State alumni and their families to the Carl R. Reng Student Union from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 11, for a chance to reunite with old classmates and meet new students while learning about important A-State philanthropies.

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Jonesboro Man Arrested on Domestic Battery Charge After Baby Found with Severe Injuries

Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he severely injured his seven-week-old baby, resulting in critical injuries including a brain bleed and broken ribs.

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Fare Increases, Other Changes Coming to Jonesboro’s Public Transit Service

Several changes are coming this Tuesday to GOJO, Jonesboro's public transportation service, including fare rate increases and fare capping.

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Hunt Smart: Protect Your Hearing This Hunting Season

With deer and duck hunting seasons near, Lindsay White, Au.D., CC-A of Harvest Hearing talks about something hunters don't always consider: Hearing protection.

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Jonesboro Sex Offender Accused of Living Within 2,000 Feet of Multiple Childcare Facilities

A Jonesboro sex offender is behind bars on a $250,000 cash/surety bond after police said he was found living at a local motel for a month—within 2,000 feet of three childcare facilities—without updating his registry information.

2 weeks ago

Trumann Man Accused of Murder Denied Bond, Ordered to Remain in Custody

A man who had been arrested in connection with a missing person investigation and the discovery of suspected human remains has been denied bond, police announced Monday.

2 weeks ago

Red Wolf Renaissance Fair to Return to Jonesboro for Third Year

In addition to bringing medieval tradition and fun to Jonesboro, proceeds from the event benefit conservation efforts for the endangered American red wolf.

2 weeks ago

The Flock Divide: Why Jonesboro is Expanding its Camera Network While Others Pull Back

As the controversies surrounding Flock cameras arise and the company is attempting to address public concerns, the Jonesboro Police Department (JPD) is ensuring these devices will help keep the community safer.

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Paragould Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Juveniles at Park

A Paragould man is behind bars after police said he sexually assaulted juveniles at a park and was subsequently struck by his victims in self-defense.

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“Come Just as You Are”: David and Ashley Eckstein Bring Message of Resilience to Northeast Arkansas

It was a mixture of Major League Baseball history and local community support Monday night as 2006 World Series MVP David Eckstein and author/entrepreneur Ashley Eckstein visited Jonesboro.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Bingo and Tickle Me Elmo nominated for Toy Hall of Fame. Will Care Bears also make it this year?

Tickle Me Elmo dolls, the game of chance Bingo and the humble playground slide are among the finalists to get into the National Toy Hall of Fame this year, a lineup that also includes cuddly Care Bears, the dice game Yahtzee, the ancient game Mahjong and the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Karol G, Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso, Rosalía and Drexler are the most nominated for the Latin Grammys

A fight of titans is coming up for the 27th edition of the Latin Grammys with singers Karol G, Rosalía, Jorge Drexler and hip hop duo Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso as the most nominated artists revealed on Wednesday.