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Arkansas State Police investigating accidental shooting in Jonesboro

Arkansas State Police are investigating an accidental shooting that occurred in Jonesboro.

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Fisher Street Community in Action preparing for Christmas toy giveaway

Donations for the giveaway are being accepted up until Dec. 18.

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Who is the “The Dancing Man” of Jonesboro?

Ozzy Neil Rose has become known for his exuberant dancing down Jonesboro roadways.

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‘Zootopia 2’ reclaims No. 1 spot at box office, grosses $1B worldwide

"Zootopia 2" regained the No. 1 spot at the domestic box office with $26.3 million in its third weekend of release, according to studio estimates Sunday, as The Walt Disney Co. animated sequel became the year's second film to gross $1 billion worldwide.

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Authorities say they will release person of interest detained in Brown University shooting

A person of interest detained after a Brown University shooting that killed two students and injured nine will be released after law enforcement authorities determined there was no basis to keep the individual in custody, officials said Sunday night.

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All I want for Christmas is the Olympics. Mariah Carey to perform at Milan Cortina opening ceremony

Mariah Carey is going to add some American pop-star pedigree to the opening ceremony for the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.

7 hours ago in Lifestyle

Older adults may struggle to learn a new language but classes are a worthwhile exercise

A large study published by the science journal Nature Aging in November suggests that speaking multiple languages protects against more rapid brain aging, and that the effect increases with the number of languages.

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Patrick Mahomes suffers a torn ACL and Chiefs say he’s considering surgical options

Patrick Mahomes tore the ACL in his left knee while trying to keep the Kansas City Chiefs' postseason hopes alive in the waning seconds of a 16-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, and the two-time MVP quarterback was considering surgical options.

7 hours ago in Sports

Packers star pass rusher Micah Parsons feared to have torn ACL, AP source says

Micah Parsons is believed to have suffered a torn ACL in his left knee, a person with knowledge of the All-Pro pass rusher's injury told The Associated Press on Sunday.

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New shelters to be installed at JET bus stops across Jonesboro

Work will begin soon on 45 new bus shelters.

7 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Rob Reiner, son of a comedy giant who became one in turn, dies at 78

Rob Reiner, the son of a comedy giant who became one himself as one of the preeminent filmmakers of his generation with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally …" and "This Is Spinal Tap," has died. He was 78.

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Australia to tighten gun laws after Bondi Beach Hanukkah massacre

Australian leaders promised Monday to immediately overhaul already-tough gun control laws after a mass shooting targeted a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney's Bondi Beach.

Congressman Rick Crawford cautioned this week that the funding is only a partial solution to deeper challenges in the agricultural economy

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Crawford: Farm Aid Helps, But Long-Term Fixes Needed

Congressman Rick Crawford cautioned this week that the funding is only a partial solution to deeper challenges in the agricultural economy

A-State Falls in Final Minute at Rice

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A-State Falls in Final Minute at Rice

A-State held the lead with one minute remaining at Rice but a late burst of offense from the opposition resulted in a 77-76 defeat

Wreaths Across America Honors Veterans at Pine Log Cemetery

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Wreaths Across America Honors Veterans at Pine Log Cemetery

Veterans were remembered, honored and their legacies preserved Saturday during the annual Wreaths Across America ceremony

Arkansas State University welcomed a new class of alumni on Saturday during the Fall Commencement exercises

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A-State Celebrates 2,335 Graduates

Arkansas State University welcomed a new class of alumni on Saturday during the Fall Commencement exercises

Central Chevrolet Donates $45,000 to Make A Wish

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Central donates big wish contribution

The dealership made a $45,000 contribution to Make A Wish at the Christmas at the Park attraction Friday night

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Jonesboro felon arrested after drugs and firearms found in search following violent dispute

Tobias Jerrell Williams is being held on multiple charges with a $250,000 cash/surety bond.

3 days ago in Trending, World

King Charles III says his cancer treatment is being reduced as he promotes benefits of screening

King Charles III said Friday that early diagnosis and treatment will allow doctors to reduce his cancer treatment in the new year as he encouraged others to take advantage of screening programs that can detect the disease early when it is easiest to treat.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

Sherrone Moore charged with stalking, home invasion after being fired as Michigan football coach

Fired University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore "barged his way" into the apartment of a woman with whom he had been having an affair and threatened to kill himself after she reported the relationship to the school and he lost his job, prosecutors said Friday.

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7 hours ago in Entertainment

‘Zootopia 2’ reclaims No. 1 spot at box office, grosses $1B worldwide

"Zootopia 2" regained the No. 1 spot at the domestic box office with $26.3 million in its third weekend of release, according to studio estimates Sunday, as The Walt Disney Co. animated sequel became the year's second film to gross $1 billion worldwide.

7 hours ago in Entertainment

All I want for Christmas is the Olympics. Mariah Carey to perform at Milan Cortina opening ceremony

Mariah Carey is going to add some American pop-star pedigree to the opening ceremony for the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.

7 hours ago in Lifestyle

Older adults may struggle to learn a new language but classes are a worthwhile exercise

A large study published by the science journal Nature Aging in November suggests that speaking multiple languages protects against more rapid brain aging, and that the effect increases with the number of languages.

7 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Rob Reiner, son of a comedy giant who became one in turn, dies at 78

Rob Reiner, the son of a comedy giant who became one himself as one of the preeminent filmmakers of his generation with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally …" and "This Is Spinal Tap," has died. He was 78.

3 days ago in Business, Lifestyle, News

Central donates big wish contribution

Central Chevrolet Donates $45,000 to Make A Wish

The dealership made a $45,000 contribution to Make A Wish at the Christmas at the Park attraction Friday night