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Craighead County under winter storm warning
Craighead County has been placed under a winter storm warning that becomes effective Friday.
Arkansas Department of Transportation crews poised and ready for statewide winter storm
Arkansas is expecting to see a significant winter weather event – which will include significant snowfall, sleet, freezing rain, and ice – that is expected to arrive Friday afternoon.
6 days ago in Sports
Djokovic one away from 400 Grand Slam match wins; Wawrinka makes history
Novak Djokovic improved to 399 wins in Grand Slam matches with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 victory over Francesco Maestrelli on Thursday, making the 38-year-old, 24-time major winner just one shy of becoming the first player ever to 400.
6 days ago in Sports
The AP NFL MVP finalists are Allen, Lawrence, Maye, McCaffrey and Stafford
Christian McCaffrey is the first player to be a finalist for three AP NFL awards in the same year, joining Josh Allen, Trevor Lawrence, Drake Maye and Matthew Stafford in the running for The Associated Press 2025 NFL Most Valuable Player award.
6 days ago in Sports
Sherrone Moore is returning to court in case related to his firing as Michigan football coach
Former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore is returning to court for the first time since being charged with vengeful acts against a woman shortly after he was fired for having a relationship with her.
6 days ago in Entertainment
Sundance kicks off in Utah with powerful premieres and emotional tributes to Robert Redford
Robert Redford liked to say that everybody has a story. He's not the only person who said it, but he is one of the few who did something to celebrate it, his daughter, Amy Redford, said Wednesday evening ahead of the Sundance Film Festival's opening day.
6 days ago in World
Rescue efforts underway after landslides hit New Zealand campground and house with 2 confirmed dead
Landslides hit a house and a campground in New Zealand on Thursday, leaving at least two dead while emergency crews were trying to rescue others buried in rubble, officials said.
6 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘Sinners’ makes history, setting Oscars nomination record
Ryan Coogler's blues-steeped vampire epic "Sinners" led all films with 16 nominations to the 98th Academy Awards on Thursday, setting a record for the most in Oscar history.
Jonesboro man accused of stealing truck, sharing stolen cash with friends during weekend spree
Police said over $5,000 worth of items were taken along with the vehicle.
Five Red Wolves hit double digits in 84-55 win over Old Dominion
Arkansas State locked down Old Dominion to just 25 percent shooting Wednesday to surge to the 84-55 win in First National Bank Arena.
6 days ago in , Plumbing Expert
ASK THE EXPERT | Chris West Plumbing offers tips to protect your home during winter weather
Frozen pipes can eventually burst and cause major damage to your home.
Police: Jonesboro man rammed multiple vehicles, including officer’s, during chase and resisted arrest
Bond was set at $150,000.
6 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers
Winter weather brings various hazards that people have to contend with to keep warm and safe. These dangers can include carbon monoxide poisoning, hypothermia and frozen pipes that can burst and make homes unlivable.
Affidavit: Jonesboro police seize 400+ grams of meth during traffic stop, passenger arrested
A routine stop for a defective brake light on Monday turned into a felony arrest.
Craighead County burn ban lifted
The burn ban that was in effect for Craighead County was lifted Wednesday.
Updates presented on Jonesboro sports complex
Officials provided updates on the construction of the upcoming Ridge Athletics Center during Tuesday's city council meeting.
Craighead County Sheriff’s Office donates $5K to NEACTC as appreciation for jail bed project
The project tasked students with building heavy-duty sleeping quarters to help the jail combat overcrowding.
7 days ago in National
The US is on the verge of losing its measles elimination status. Here’s why that matters
It's been a year since a measles outbreak began in West Texas, and international health authorities say they plan to meet in April to determine if the U.S. has lost its measles-free designation.
Best Buy returning to Jonesboro
A company spokesperson told JRN that they could confirm that Best Buy has plans to open later this year at 2010 Caraway Road.
7 days ago in National
House Republicans begin push to hold the Clintons in contempt of Congress over the Epstein probe
House Republicans are starting a push Wednesday to hold former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, opening the prospect of the House using one of its most powerful punishments against a former president for the first time.