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Close out summer with a safe Labor Day Weekend on the water
HOT SPRINGS — For many boaters, the Labor Day Weekend is the last gasp to enjoy some waves and water before everyone’s focus shifts to football, falling leaves and weekends at deer camp. Keep these tips in mind when enjoying the water during the unofficial end of summer.
Arkansas election board plans to tout 100% accuracy from voting machines, as found in audit
The Arkansas State Board of Election Commissioners on Wednesday approved the use of favorable language regarding electronic voting machines for a future press release, despite pushback from one member. The language was written in the executive summary portion of the agency’s first audit report of primary elections, which is now required under Act 620 of […]
Discarded cigarette helps solve Washington murder after 44 years
(KENT, Wash.) — DNA evidence from a discarded cigarette has helped investigators finally solve the murder of a 33-year-old woman in Washington state after 44 years. Kenneth Kundert was arrested in Arkansas on a nationwide murder warrant out of Washington, police said. He is expected to be charged with first-degree murder, according to a spokesperson for the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will remain on Arkansas ballot
Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will remain as one of the options for president on Arkansans’ November ballot, even though he suspended his campaign last week. Kennedy, 70, on Friday announced he would suspend his presidential bid, careful to clarify that he is not terminating his campaign. He said he would remove his name […]
Casino amendment reaches Arkansas Supreme Court
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — On Tuesday, the Arkansas Supreme Court began a trial that could threaten Arkansas’s proposed casino amendment. The amendment in question would require communities to hold a special election before allowing a casino to come to town, which could also affect the proposed Pope County casino.
FBI Warning Parents In Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas: Be Aware Of Doxing and Swatting
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is issuing a warning to parents: be on alert for potential doxing and swatting incidents involving their children, particularly those who are active in online gaming communities. Just recently the FBI took to X (formerly Twitter) To warn about this growing issue. While anyone...
EACC to present LeAnn Rimes Sept. 21
FORREST CITY — East Arkansas Community College will present GRAMMY® award-winning singer LeAnn Rimes on Saturday, Sept. 21, at 7:30 p.m. at the EACC Fine Arts Center. Tickets are available online at EACC.edu or by calling 870-633-4480, ext. 352. International multi-platinum-selling acclaimed singer and ASCAP award-winning songwriter LeAnn...
Forrest City PD offers $7k reward in deadly store robbery
MEMPHIS, Tenn.– The Forrest City Police Department is now offering a $7,000 reward to find the person who shot and killed a gas station clerk during a robbery. On May 11, Malek Wabin, 29, was shot multiple times while working behind the counter at the Pure Gas Station on South Washington Street. Forrest City Police […]
Man found dead at workplace in South Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A man was found dead Thursday morning at a food manufacturer in South Memphis. Memphis Police responded to an ambulance call at Riviana Foods on South Lauderdale Street around 6 a.m. Preliminary information indicated that this was a workplace accident, said police. It is unclear how...
‘This is a serious case’: Shelby County Judge faces criticism, backlash after releasing Railgarten shooting suspect
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A Shelby County judge faces sharp criticism and possible disciplinary action for letting a shooting suspect out of jail. General Sessions Judge Bill Anderson ordered the release of the man charged with shooting multiple people outside Railgarten, a popular Midtown Memphis bar and grill. Memphis Police...
Memphis fire crews extinguish large fire at building on Poplar Avenue
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Fire Department crews extinguished a building fire on Poplar Avenue. Action News 5 was on the scene at Poplar Avenue and Montgomery, where a building was burning before MFD crews put it out. According to the Memphis Fire Department, the cause of the fire...
Man chases, stabs victim during yard fight, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) -The Memphis Police Department has arrested and charged a man accused of stabbing a victim during a yard fight. On August 27, officers responded to an aggravated assault call at a private residence on McLemore Avenue. When officers arrived, they spoke with the suspect, Alfred Ivery, who...
Woman leads police on chase after stealing copper wires from building, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC)- The Memphis Police Department has arrested and charged a woman accused of stealing copper wires from a building, which led to a police chase. On August 26, officers responded to a burglary call at a building on Horizon Center. When officers arrived, the building manager informed them...
Razorbackers' staff predict Arkansas football to outmatch UAPB
Arkansas is taking on FCS opponent Arkansas Pine Bluff in Little Rock today. It’s the second meeting between the programs in three years. However, UAPB Is the first in-state team the University of Arkansas has played since the 40s. The Razorbacks overwhelmed UAPB in 2021, beating the Golden Lions...
Thrash metal band Nervosa set to play in Fayetteville
Nervosa, a thrash metal band that has survived and thrived for over a decade with tours all over the world and several album rollouts, is doing its first tour in the U.S. The Brazilian all-girl band is set to play in Arkansas on Sept. 21 at George’s Majestic Lounge on Dickson Street. General admission is $20, and doors will open at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased on the George’s Majestic Lounge website.
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