Two Arkansas detention officers charged with animal cruelty after death of retired K9

"He was found in an advanced state of decomposition, indicating that he had been deceased for quite some time," the sheriff's office said. GREENE COUNTY, Ark. — Two Arkansas detention officers have been fired, arrested, and charged after the …

Arkansas Woman Jailed for $300K Fraud Targeting Elderly Clients

ABC News Tyra Brown, a former customer service representative at a New Hampshire credit union, was sentenced to 36 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for stealing over $300,000 from elderly clients. The case was presided over by …

Sacramento detectives work to solve Arkansas mother’s 2018 murder

A 22-year-old Arkansas mother’s remains were found in a trash bag seven years ago on the Mokelumne River in Isleton. Her murder has yet to be solved. ISLETON, Calif. — Note: This story includes mentions of human trafficking. If you or a loved one is …

Trump administration nixes FEMA aid for Arkansas; Mississippi waiting to hear

A brighter path for foster youth: Immerse Arkansas launches 3-year plan in Northwest Arkansas

Immerse Arkansas is launching a 3-year plan in Northwest Arkansas to support foster youth, with programs starting in 2026 and a new shelter opening in 2028. BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Young adults who age out of the foster care system often struggle to find a job …

Out-of-state resident infected with measles visited Fort Smith, Arkansas Department of Health says

An out-of-state resident who visited Arkansas was infectious with measles visited two locations in Fort Smith in recent days, the state Department of Health said Thursday, warning that anyone who visited the locations at the same time may have been exposed …

Fort Smith visitor had measles, Arkansas Department of Health says

FORT SMITH -- An out-of-state resident recently visited Fort Smith while infected with measles, according to a news release Thursday from the Arkansas Department of Health. The person visited Mercy Hospital Fort Smith at 7301 Rogers Ave. from 11 a.m. to 6 …

FBI-led investigation uncovers $300k theft from elderly by Arkansas woman

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — An Arkansas woman was handed down a sentence of 36 months in prison and three years of supervised release for stealing over $300,000 from elderly clients at a New Hampshire credit union. U.S. District Judge Brian S. Miller of the U.S. …

Arkansas gas prices remain below national average despite slight increase in demand

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — According to the AAA Arkansas Weekend Gas Watch, the statewide gas price in the Natural State is $2.80 per gallon of regular unleaded fuel. Last week's price is one cent less compared to that price. Compared to this day last year, …

Expert warns of vaping dangers as Arkansas enacts new health law

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — A new law in Arkansas aims to address the growing health risks associated with vaping, particularly among the state's youth. The legislation, known as Act 590, was recently signed into effect and focuses on educating the public …