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Weekend Crash Kills One, Injures Three in Craighead County
A 76-year-old Walnut Ridge woman died Saturday night following a two-vehicle, head-on collision on Highway 1 South in rural Craighead County.
Jonesboro Police Launch ‘NextGen Cadets’ to Bridge the Gap Between Local Youth and Law Enforcement
The initiative aims to build positive relationships between law enforcement and the community's youth through hands-on demonstrations, shared meals, and a little summer fun.
Where to Take Your Dog this Summer
When taking your family out for fun activities this summer, be sure to include your four-legged family members, too!
Day Trips from Jonesboro
Jonesboro has plenty to offer, but sometimes you just want to hit the road and do some summer traveling.
NEA Summer Food & Drinks Guide
Summer is the perfect time to explore the evolving culinary scene across Northeast Arkansas. From elevated farm-to-table menus to vibrant casual patios and regional classics, here is a curated look at some of the best local dining spots to check out this season.
Festivals & Community Events in NEA
Getting out in your community and spending time with people at different festivals and events can be a great way to spend your time this summer
Judd Hill Farmers’ Market in Jonesboro to Celebrate 20 Years in June
The Judd Hill Farmers' Market will be celebrating 20 years of business and supporting area farmers in June.
Broadway Receives Inaugural Ross-Lee Higher Ground Award from NYITCOM at A-State
“Shane was instrumental in helping create our medical school, and he continues to serve as a loyal partner and ambassador for NYITCOM at A-State.”
Brookland Sisters Build Kindness Movement Through School Club, Children’s Book, and Community Outreach
Founded in October 2025 by Brookland Middle School students Willow Brown and Scout Brown, Blooming Beyond Bullying was created to encourage students to lead with kindness and help ensure that every child feels seen, valued, and included.
$750K Bond Set for Paragould Man Accused of Raping a Juvenile
A Paragould man is behind bars on a $750,000 cash/surety bond after police said he raped a teenager under the age of 16.
Expect Increased Military Traffic on Arkansas Highways Through Mid-June
Jonesboro drivers should prepare for an uptick in military vehicle traffic starting Friday, May 29, and continuing through June 15, as the National Guard begins traveling for annual training exercises.
Craighead County Well-Represented in Youth Shooting Sports State Championship
Six Craighead County student-athletes are leading a local contingent into the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Youth Shooting Sports State Championships this weekend.
3 weeks ago in National
Pam Bondi faces a closed-door questioning from House lawmakers over the Epstein files
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi is testifying before House lawmakers investigating Jeffrey Epstein's sexual abuse cases, a long-awaited appearance that brings fresh scrutiny of the Trump administration's botched release of the Epstein case files.
How Jonesboro’s Limb Pickup Process Works and What to Avoid
JRN spoke with the city about the collection process, why pickup may take longer, and the do’s and don’ts on laying out debris for crews to pick up.
A-State Professor Secures Grant to Increase Federal Funding Opportunities
Arkansas State University professor Dr. Andrew “Drew” Fleming was one of 12 selected statewide to receive the Emerging Research Leaders Program grant.
3 weeks ago in National
A large fire has erupted at an apartment complex in Dallas
Firefighters battled a large fire that erupted Thursday at an apartment complex in Dallas, where debris from one collapsed building lay heaped on the ground while flames and black smoke billowed into the sky. Neighbors reported hearing a loud boom like an explosion.
Jonesboro Man Dead After Wednesday’s Fatal Crash on U.S. 49
A Jonesboro man is dead after a crash that occurred on U.S. 49 Wednesday afternoon.
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Chiefs WR Rashee Rice continues serving jail sentence as team begins voluntary offseason workouts
While most of the Kansas City Chiefs participated in voluntary workouts this week, wide receiver Rashee Rice was back in Texas, serving his 30-day jail sentence after violating the terms of his probation for his role in a car crash that left multiple people injured.
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Taylor Swift concert attack plot suspect found guilty by Austrian court
An Austrian court on Thursday convicted a man of planning to attack a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna nearly two years ago.
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MLB owners have proposed a salary cap for the first time since baseball’s 1994-95 strike
Major League Baseball owners made their long-expected salary cap proposal to the players' association on Thursday, a system the union has vowed never to accept, setting the sides on course for a confrontation that threatens the 2027 season and perhaps beyond.
