Five years after the virus that causes COVID emerged in China it still holds some mysteries. The disease has killed an estimated 20 million people globally, according to the World Health … more

The 2025 Toyota Sienna and 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid are not just the only two traditional hybrid minivans; they are two of the best minivan choices out there. Their fuel economy is more than 50% … more

Palestinian and hospital officials say Israeli airstrikes killed at least 18 people in the Gaza Strip, including three children and two high-ranking officers in the Hamas-run police force. One strike … more

President Joe Biden is bestowing the second highest civilian award on Liz Cheney and Bennie Thompson — the lawmakers who led the congressional investigation into the violent Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. … more

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Movie ticket sales are taking a bit of a hit in 2024. The annual domestic box office is expected to end up at around $8.75 billion, down over 3% from 2023, according to estimates from Comscore. … more

The Buffalo River Conservation Commission (BRCC) met via internet in a Zoom meeting on morning, Dec. 20. Arkansas Secretary of Agriculture Wes Ward said the meeting's main objective was to gather any last minute information from its subcommittees to add to the annual report that will be presented to the governor and the public next month. more

LITTLE ROCK – The legislature’s list of accomplishments in 2024 was highlighted by a $438 reduction in income taxes for Arkansas families and businesses. more

When people think about the job of a U.S. Senator, they often picture what we see on C-SPAN with hearings, votes and eye-catching debates. But that work in the Capitol is only part of the job, because Members of Congress need to know what is happening at home and how federal agencies are working for their constituents before voting on legislation and policies in Washington. more

On Dec. 24, around 6:50 p.m., Arkansas State Police (ASP) Troopers stopped a white 2021 Ford F150 on Interstate 40 near the 165-mile marker in Lonoke County for a traffic violation. more

One teenager was killed and two others were injured early Saturday, Dec.28, in an interstate shooting in North Little Rock. more

EARLE. — On Thursday, Dec. 26, a joint law enforcement operation apprehended Tiffany Baldwin, 38, in connection with a homicide in Lakeland, Tennessee. The arrest occurred in Earle while executing a search warrant in the 100 block of State Street. more

LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division is investigating a high-speed pursuit and shooting that occurred on Friday, Dec. 27, at approximately 4:30 a.m. in Little Rock. more

There were 7 fatalities on Arkansas roads and highways last week, bringing the total to 558 vehicle-related deaths so far for 2024. more

Average gasoline prices in Arkansas have fallen 3.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.60/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 1,826 stations in Arkansas. Prices in Arkansas are 2.6 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 2.3 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has decreased 0.5 cents in the last week and stands at $3.473 per gallon. more

William T. Anderson was a bad man. more

MOUNTAIN HOME – As anglers head out to some of The Natural State’s world-class trout tailwaters for a shot at a trophy trout this winter, please remember to watch out for the many nests (called redds) they’re making as part of their annual spawning run. more

When Syrian rebels roared into Damascus after a lightning advance on the capital, they exalted in their triumph over President Bashar Assad and rejoiced at the sudden end of a 14-year civil war that … more

Hundreds of people who say they suffered physical or sexual abuse at two state-run reform schools in Florida are in line to receive tens of thousands of dollars in restitution from the state, after … more

Here's a look at how AP's general news coverage is shaping up for select Illinois stories. For up-to-the minute information on AP's complete coverage of Illinois and the rest of the world, visit … more