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A-State women’s basketball game against James Madison delayed indefinitely
The game was originally scheduled for Sat. Jan. 24 with tip-off at 11 a.m.
UPDATE | Free rides to Jonesboro warming centers not affected by JET closure
Despite Jonesboro Economic Transit (JET) services closing, rides to warming centers will not be affected.
Closures happening across Jonesboro in response to winter weather
Multiple services are announcing closures or reduced hours in response to severe winter weather moving through the area.
UPDATE | Power outages in Craighead County
Due to the winter storm, some in Northeast Arkansas found themselves without power on Saturday Morning.
4 weeks ago in Sports
College Football Playoff to remain at 12 teams after SEC and Big Ten fail to agree on expansion
The College Football Playoff resolved a few of its thorny issues Friday — including how to deal with Notre Dame — but left the toughest one unresolved, staying at 12 teams for next year and failing to expand the postseason to 16 or more.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
Review confirms journalist Hunter S. Thompson’s 2005 death was a suicide
A review of the 2005 shooting death of journalist Hunter S. Thompson has confirmed authorities' original finding that his death was a suicide, Colorado investigators said Friday.
4 weeks ago in Lifestyle
What to know about FDA’s review of new Zyn advertising proposal
Americans who smoke may soon be hearing a lot more about Zyn, the flavored nicotine pouches that have generated billions in sales while going viral on social media.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
TikTok finalizes a deal to form a new American entity
TikTok has finalized a deal to create a new American entity, avoiding the looming threat of a ban in the United States that has been in discussion for years on the platform now used by more than 200 million Americans.
4 weeks ago in National, Trending
Former Olympic snowboarder on FBI’s most-wanted list is arrested in Mexico, faces drug charges
Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding, a top FBI fugitive, was arrested in Mexico and on Friday was flown to the U.S. to face charges related to running a multinational drug trafficking ring and the killing of a federal witness.
4 weeks ago in National
Police arrest protesters at airport as Minnesota gears up for anti-immigration enforcement protest
Police arrested about 100 clergy demonstrating against immigration enforcement at Minnesota's largest airport Friday, organizers estimated, as thousands gathered, despite Arctic temperatures, in downtown Minneapolis to protest the Trump administration's crackdown.
Craighead County, Jonesboro agencies preparing for winter weather
Agencies across Jonesboro are preparing for incoming winter weather and say they are ready for whatever happens.
UPDATE | Warming shelters open across Craighead County
As temperatures plunge this week, warming shelters will be open across Jonesboro.
Lake City Animal Control officer accused of injuring multiple dogs, filing a false report
Cameron Tyler Casey, 34, appeared before District Judge David Boling on Jan. 23, who found probable cause to charge him.
Sanders deploys nearly 170 guardsmen in preparation for winter storm in Arkansas
The Arkansas National Guard will staff 28 winter weather response teams to assist Arkansas State Police.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
Stars and the public say a final goodbye to fashion icon Valentino at a Rome funeral
Global fashion celebrities joined the public on Friday morning to say goodbye to iconic designer Valentino at his funeral service in Rome, at the central Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Carlos Alcaraz wins third-round match but loses ‘drop-shot battle’ at Australian Open
Carlos Alcaraz had to acknowledge that while he won the third-round match, he lost the battle of the drop shots against Corentin Moutet. That could be a first for the 22-year-old Spaniard, who grew up relentlessly practicing his drop shots and is now at the Australian Open chasing a career Grand Slam.
New Jonesboro Parks director promises ‘accountability trail’ for youth sports funds
Jim Stearns was named director of the department on Jan. 14, a few weeks after former director Danny Kapales resigned from the position.
4 weeks ago in Lifestyle
To clear ice and snow, there are rock salt alternatives that are safer for your pets and yard
It's easy to dash to the closest hardware store to grab a bag of salt, but experts say there are a lot of environmental and other factors to consider when tackling all that ice and snow. Here's what to know.
UPDATE | Winter storm warning: Snow begins tonight, 5-8 inches forecasted for Jonesboro
Craighead County remains under the threat of severe winter weather heading into this weekend.
Second-Half Surge Propels A-State Men to Victory
Senior guard Jalen Hampton posted his second double-double of the 2025-26 campaign and led Arkansas State men’s basketball to an impressive 85-68 win at Georgia Southern
