Features
1 week ago in Features
Fat Bear Week opens for Alaska’s heavyweight crown. Can Chunk, the 1,200-pound champ, win again?
After a summer spent packing away sockeye salmon, Alaska's heftiest brown bears are ready to throw their weight around. Online voting began Tuesday for Fat Bear Week, the annual contest that pits the rotund residents of Katmai National Park and Preserve against each other for the title of most oversized ursine.
Trending
7 hours ago in Trending, World
Israel to start repatriation flights for passengers stranded in UAE following FlyDubai attack
Israel will begin repatriation flights on Friday to bring back passengers stranded in the United Arab Emirates after commercial travel between the two countries...
7 hours ago in National, Trending
NY governor says Cornell rape accuser was ‘failed’ by people obligated to protect her
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said Friday that the woman who accused members of a Cornell University fraternity of gang rape was "failed" by people...
Lifestyle
1 day ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Naomi Campbell’s 5-year ban on serving as a charity trustee in England and Wales is overturned
Supermodel Naomi Campbell won a legal challenge Thursday to overturn a five-year ban on serving as a charity trustee in England and Wales. A three-judge tribunal found...
2 days ago in Lifestyle, Sports
Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown appears in Miami court but judge delays hearing on expected plea deal
Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown's court hearing where he was expected to accept a plea deal and avoid prison time in...
2 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Hulk star Lou Ferrigno fulfills childhood dream meeting with Pope Leo XIV
Lou Ferrigno, who starred as the Marvel character during its 1977–1982 U.S. television run, met with the American pope and chatted briefly with...
2 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Woman accused of shooting at Rihanna’s home is mentally fit for trial, judge says
A woman accused of spraying bullets at Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's home, hitting a trailer the celebrity couple was inside and a nursery their kids were in, was found...
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
There’s an easy way to get rid of all the reusable bags piling up in your home
The environmental impact of a reusable bag is relatively small, so ending up with a sizable stash isn't a significant problem. Still, paring down can declutter cupboards and lead to a smaller collection that'll actually get used. As for the excess, donate to food banks and thrift stores.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test
New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little
When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Girl Scouts’ first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January
Man's best friend is getting some love from the Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts of the USA said Tuesday its first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January.
Sports
7 hours ago in Sports
Marcus Mariota to start for Commanders against Colts in London with Jayden Daniels ruled out
Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota will get his second straight start in place of the injured Jayden Daniels on Sunday when Washington faces...
7 hours ago in Sports
Browns didn’t ‘swing and miss’ with Deshaun Watson after all
A deal that was a disaster for four years is suddenly producing some hits. After Browns owner Jimmy Haslam called the trade "a big swing and miss," Watson beat...
8 hours ago in Sports
A’ja Wilson scores 36 points as the Aces send the Fever home again with a 94-83 win in Game 3
The four-time WNBA MVP, who had a verbal encounter with a Fever fan in Indiana two nights earlier, scored 36 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to...
8 hours ago in Sports
Braves hit 3 homers and Chris Sale closes out 6-2 win over Phillies to win Wild Card Series
After hitting into two double plays during the Atlanta Braves' loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday, Michael Harris II was eager for...
1 day ago in Sports
‘Is this the end?’ Cristiano Ronaldo’s future with Portugal unclear after veteran star leaves team
By TALES AZZONI AP Sports Writer MADRID (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo’s abrupt decision to leave Portugal’s training camp after an…
1 day ago in Sports
Well-rested Dallas Stars hope long offseason sets them up to make another deep playoff run
At some point during the long offseason for the Dallas Stars, captain Jamie Benn told his wife he felt as if it was time to get started on...
1 day ago in Sports
Fried, Bellinger and García lead Yankees over Red Sox 9-2 for 2-game Wild Card Series sweep
One year after rallying past the Red Sox to win an AL Wild Card Series, the New York Yankees battered Boston. Max Fried dominated...
1 day ago in Sports
White Sox pounce early, finish sweep of Astros for first playoff series win since 2005
From 100 losses to their first playoff series win in two decades, these scrappy Chicago White Sox just keep outdoing themselves. The White Sox used a big...
Events
News from Jonesboro Right Now
41 minutes ago in Crime & Safety, News
Paragould Man Facing Endangerment, Drug Charges After Police Find Meth, Infested Apartment
A Paragould man faces multiple charges after police said they found meth and drug paraphernalia and neglected living conditions inside his apartment.
2 hours ago in Crime & Safety, News
Federal Lawsuit Blames ‘Systemic Policy Failures’ in Death of Greene County Inmate
A federal civil rights lawsuit has been filed against Greene County Sheriff Brad Snyder and ten unnamed jail employees, alleging that systemic policy failures and a deliberate refusal to provide medical care led to an 18-year-old inmate's death.
Red Wolves Enter Penultimate Meet of 2026 Regular Season
Arkansas State cross country has two meets remaining before the Sun Belt Conference Championships, and the first will be the CBU Invitational on Oct. 3 at the Shelby Farms Cross Country Course.
4 hours ago in Arts & Entertainment, Fall Guide, News
A-State Theatre Puts Comedic Spin on Shakespeare
This fast-paced, high-energy comedy condenses the entire Shakespearean canon into a single, wildly entertaining performance.
5 hours ago in News
Gas Prices Starting to Cool Down for Jonesboro Drivers After Record-Breaking September
As the temperatures are starting to go down, so are the prices Jonesboro drivers have to pay at the pump, a trend being seen across the nation.
6 hours ago in Business, Community, Elections, Government & Politics, Health & Wellness, News
Democrat Shamal Carter Takes Solo Stage in Arkansas District 36 Debate on ASU-TV
On Thursday night, what was billed as a political debate for the Arkansas House of Representatives District 36 race quickly transitioned into a solo town-hall-style forum.
6 hours ago in Agriculture, Crime & Safety, News, Weather Updates
Craighead County Burn Ban Lifted Due to Rainfall
Due to the recent rainfall, conditions have improved, reducing the risk of wildfires and making it safe to resume controlled outdoor burning.
Entertainment
8 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Quavo talks new album, fatherhood, viral ‘Hotel Lobby’ and working on Migos project with Offset
The Grammy-nominated rapper is moving forward with fatherhood, healing and a sense of purpose. Now a father to...
8 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Buddy Guy celebrated at Radio City Music Hall with a sold-out ‘Buddy’s Got the Blues’ show
Two months past his 90th birthday, Buddy Guy is still up for a little bragging, a lot of cursing and a long night of partying.
1 day ago in Entertainment, National
Failed Tennessee execution renews the debate over death penalty methods
Tennessee officials have yet to explain what went wrong during the failed execution of Christa Pike, which was called off after she was given two doses...
1 day ago in Entertainment, World
Tokyo court grants legal protection to human voices in AI clone case
A Tokyo court has awarded legal protection to the human voice in a landmark case in which a popular Japanese anime voice actor demanded that TikTok close...
