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3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses

Images told the story of the United States' World Cup downfall. Christian Pulisic sprawled on the field in agony after hurting an ankle. Matt Freese holding his hands on his head after his gaffe gifted a goal.

3 weeks ago in National

Democrats begin pulling Platner endorsements after Maine candidate faces sexual assault allegation

A woman who previously dated Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner said he drunkenly forced her to have sex after she told him to stop, according to a Politico report, leading prominent supporters to pull their endorsements and throwing a must-win race for the party into turmoil.

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Paragould Native Appointed to Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

"With the leadership of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, we can ensure that Arkansans can continue to share these resources and traditions."

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Jonesboro Man Accused of Strangling and Threatening to Kill Victim After No-Contact Order Violation

A Jonesboro man faces multiple felony charges after police said he attacked and strangled a woman outside her residence, explicitly telling her he was going to kill her.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Giannis, traded to Heat, bids farewell to Bucks, calling Milwaukee ‘my city, my team, my family’

Giannis Antetokounmpo plans to say hello to Miami in a few days. First, he had to bid farewell to Milwaukee. Antetokounmpo's time with the Bucks officially ended Monday, when the trade sending him and Bobby Portis to the Heat for Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel'el Ware, Kasparas Jakucionis and draft capital was approved by the NBA.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Hemingway’s masterpiece on Spain’s bull runs turns 100 years old with its allure intact

Ernest Hemingway's 1926 novel "The Sun Also Rises" captivated generations of readers with its sexy Jazz Age tale of American and British bohemians trying to fill some inner void with the distractions of exotic travel, vast quantities of alcohol and the anguishing pursuit of impossible love.

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Jonesboro Man Charged with Aggravated Residential Burglary After Being Caught on Camera

A Jonesboro man faces a Felony Y charge after police say he entered a local home uninvited and stole a firearm from a sleeping resident.

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Jonesboro Man Accused of Beating, Strangulation, and False Imprisonment of Girlfriend

A Jonesboro man faces multiple felony charges after police said he repeatedly assaulted his girlfriend, struck her with a metal water bottle, and blocked her from leaving a residence over a two-day period.

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Alligator Hunting Permit Applications Available

Anyone interested in pursuing alligators on public land in Arkansas must apply for one of the nine hunting locations within Arkansas’s three open Alligator Management Zones.  

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Drug Task Force Raid Uncovers Alleged Continuing Criminal Enterprise in Jonesboro; Five Arrested

Five men are facing felony charges, including engaging in a continuing criminal enterprise, following a multi-agency drug task force raid at a Jonesboro residence on July 1.

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Police: Motorcyclist Dies in Early Morning Crash in Jonesboro

A motorcyclist died as a result of a traffic accident early Monday morning, according to the Jonesboro Police Department.

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FOA’s Stage, Too Reveals July Entertainment Lineup

The Foundation of Arts' (FOA) Stage, Too venue has announced its July entertainment lineup.

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New State Dashboard Gives Craighead County a Real-Time Look at Spending

The Arkansas Forward Dashboard tracks the state’s progress toward a goal of cutting $300 million in costs by 2030.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry in front of famous friends at Madison Square Garden

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married Friday night at Madison Square Garden, where actor Adam Sandler was the surprising officiant at a ceremony and Stevie Nicks performed among a crowd packed with stars of sports and entertainment.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘Minions & Monsters’ tops Fourth of July holiday box office, barely beating ‘Toy Story 5’

The Minions have taken down "Toy Story 5" at the July Fourth weekend box office, but not by much. "Minions & Monsters," the seventh film in the "Despicable Me" franchise, earned $36.4 million at the holiday weekend box office, according to studio estimates for North America.

3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

UEFA says decision by FIFA to let U.S. forward play at World Cup is ‘incomprehensible’

An all-time controversy in the World Cup's 96-year history was raging Monday ahead of the co-host United States facing Belgium with a quarterfinals place at stake.

3 weeks ago in Sports

England hands Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, winning 3-2 to reach quarterfinals

Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane carried England to the World Cup quarterfinals, overcoming a raucous crowd, the elevation of Estadio Azteca and a man disadvantage in the second half to beat Mexico in a 3-2 thriller on Sunday night.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

George Clooney to get the lifetime achievement prize from Venice Film Festival

George Clooney is returning to the Venice Film Festival this year, where he'll be honored with a lifetime achievement award. The festival's organizers said Monday that Clooney has been selected to receive the Golden Lion at the 83rd edition of the festival in September.

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Match on Main Scheduled in Downtown Jonesboro

Soccer fans are invited to downtown Jonesboro once again to cheer on Team USA in the World Cup.

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Arkansas 2026-27 Fishing Regulations Changes in Effect, New Guidebook Released

Get your hands on the new 2026-27 Arkansas Fishing Guidebook by downloading a copy right to your phone. 

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