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2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Oprah Winfrey picks Ann Packer’s ‘Some Bright Nowhere’ for book club
Ann Packer's "Some Bright Nowhere," her first novel in a decade, is Oprah Winfrey's latest book club pick.
2 weeks ago in National
While Trump threatens controllers, US flight cancellations will drag on even after shutdown ends
Air travelers should expect worsening cancellations and delays this week even if the government shutdown ends, as the Federal Aviation Administration rolls out deeper cuts to flights at 40 major U.S. airports, officials said Monday.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
MLB, sportsbooks cap bets on individual pitches in response to pitch-rigging scandal
Major League Baseball said its authorized gaming operators will cap bets on individual pitches at $200 and exclude them from parlays, a day after two Cleveland Guardians players were indicted and accused of rigging pitches at the behest of gamblers.
Jonesboro Community Thanksgiving Meal continues to feed those in need
After almost 30 years, the Jonesboro Community Thanksgiving Meal is continuing to feed those in need.
International Studies Veterans Day program honors military men and women
The International Studies Elementary Magnet School held its fourth annual Veterans Day Program honoring United States military service men and women.
A-State Theatre Department presents ‘The Thanksgiving Play’
Arkansas State University’s Department of Theatre continues its 2025 - 26 season with “The Thanksgiving Play” by Larissa FastHorse, a sharp, satirical comedy that examines the challenges of celebrating and teaching Thanksgiving in modern America.
A-State men’s basketball to end November with Thanksgiving MTE
Arkansas State Athletics announced details for the men’s basketball team’s first edition of the Arkansas State Thanksgiving MTE on Monday, consisting of three games scheduled from Nov. 24-28 inside First National Bank Arena.
Downtown Jonesboro restoration project honors legacy of late CNI president
What began as a project to revitalize a downtown Jonesboro building has become a tribute to a late business leader and the employees who stayed with his company.
Pets of the Week Nov. 10
JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.” We will feature a handful of animals each week.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
What to Stream: ‘Freakier Friday,’ NF, ‘Landman,’ ‘Palm Royale’ and Black Ops 7
Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan re-teaming as the body-swapping mother and daughter duo in "Freakier Friday" and albums from 5 Seconds of Summer and the rapper NF are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
3 weeks ago in National
Supreme Court rejects call to overturn its decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
A look at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 inductees and how they were honored
The ceremony held Saturday at Los Angeles' Peacock Theater was a mix of tributes, speeches and performances by acts like Soundgarden, Salt-N-Pepa and Big Boi of Outkast, along with numerous A-list musical guests.
3 weeks ago in World
Former French President Sarkozy released from prison pending appeal in conspiracy case
France's former President Nicolas Sarkozy departed a Paris prison Monday after a Paris appeals court granted him release under judicial supervision, less that three weeks after he began serving a five-year sentence for criminal conspiracy in a scheme to finance his 2007 election campaign with funds from Libya.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Rodgers’ struggles continue to mount in Steelers’ loss to Chargers
Aaron Rodgers' tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers began on a high note with four wins in five games to start the season. Since then, however, the 41-year-old quarterback's performance has gotten progressively worse and worse as the Steelers have lost three of four.
3 weeks ago in Sports
MLB pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz charged with taking bribes to rig pitches for bettors
Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have been indicted on charges they took bribes from sports bettors to throw certain types of pitches, including tossing balls in the dirt instead of strikes, to ensure successful bets.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Black hat worn by the Wicked Witch of the West in ‘The Wizard of Oz’ is going up for auction
Just in time for the theatrical release of "Wicked: For Good," fans will get a chance to own memorabilia from the 1939 original film, "The Wizard of Oz," and one item is especially witchy.
Jonesboro sanitation routes to be on adjusted schedule for Veterans Day week
Due to the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Jonesboro sanitation routes will be on adjusted schedules this week.
3 weeks ago in National, Trending
Flight cancellations and delays worsen as government shutdown drags on
The pain Americans are facing at airports across the country is expected to get worse this week if Congress is unable to reach a deal to reopen the federal government.
3 weeks ago in National
Trump pardons Rudy Giuliani and others who backed efforts to overturn 2020 election, official says
President Donald Trump has pardoned his former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, his former chief of staff Mark Meadows and others accused of backing the Republican's efforts to overturn the 2020 election, a Justice Department official says.
A-State adds solar scooter charging stations across campus
Arkansas State University has added 10 new solar charging stations for scooters across its campus.
