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1 week ago in Lifestyle
American Express Platinum Card gets pricier and adds new perks, including a $400 dining credit
The Platinum Card is getting shinier and pricier. American Express' latest update to its high-end Platinum Card, unveiled Thursday, comes with a lot more perks, including a $400 credit for dining out, and a lofty annual fee of $895.
Distinguished Alumni for 2025 named at A-State
The Arkansas State University Alumni Association will recognize six outstanding graduates as Distinguished Alumni during the 2025 Homecoming celebration.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending
Kimmel’s future hangs in balance after ABC suspends his late-night show over Charlie Kirk comments
Jimmy Kimmel's television future hung in the balance Thursday after ABC suspended his late-night show following the host's comments about the assassination of Charlie Kirk, leaving the network's parent company to decide whether supporting him is worth the risk to its business.
Jonesboro police investigating Thursday afternoon shooting
The Jonesboro Police Department is investigating a shooting incident that occurred Thursday afternoon.
A-State Museum combines science, technology and fun at upcoming STEAMFest
The A-State Museum will be hosting STEAMFest 2025 in October, combining what museum officials call its two most popular events.
A-State’s Freshman Day of Service set for Sept. 24
Arkansas State University students will participate in its first Freshman Day of Service later this month by engaging more than 2,000 first-year students in meaningful community service projects across campus and the region.
Crash with injuries reported in Craighead County
A crash in Craighead County on Thursday morning resulted in injuries.
Former Mall at Turtle Creek property sold, real estate developer confirms
A portion of the former Mall at Turtle Creek property has been sold, Josh Brown, of Haag Brown Commercial Real Estate and Development, confirmed.
One year of downtown entertainment district
Police Chief reviews police activity in the entertainment district area
Jonesboro man accused of shooting dog in the eye during argument
A Jonesboro man is facing multiple felony charges after deputies said he shot his ex-girlfriend’s dog in the eye with a pellet gun during an argument.
Registration now open for Catalyst Forum
The event will focus on agriculture, entrepreneurship, infrastructure and regionalism in Arkansas
$150K bond given to Bono man accused of sexually assaulting minor
A Bono man accused of sexually assaulting a minor is being held on a $150,000 cash/surety bond.
UAMS kidney, liver transplant programs receive national honors for improving rural access
The kidney and liver transplant programs at UAMS were honored with the John M. Eisenberg Award for Local Achievement in Patient Safety and Quality from The Joint Commission and National Quality Forum.
NARTPC committees discuss updates to various road projects
Members discussed updates to the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) project list as well as many current projects, during a joint meeting of the Transportation Policy and Technical Advisory Committees on Tuesday.
1 week ago in National
FBI Director Kash Patel clashes with skeptical Democrats at contentious Senate hearing
FBI Director Kash Patel clashed with skeptical Democrats at a contentious Senate oversight hearing Tuesday, defending his record amid criticism that he has politicized the nation's premier federal law enforcement agency and pursued retribution against perceived adversaries of President Donald Trump.
1 week ago in National
German suspect in Madeleine McCann disappearance is released after serving time in unrelated case
A German national who is under investigation in the disappearance of British toddler Madeleine McCann 18 years ago was released from prison Wednesday after serving his sentence in an unrelated case, police said.
1 week ago in World
Alexei Navalny’s widow says lab reports show her husband was poisoned
The widow of Alexei Navalny said Wednesday that two independent labs have found that her husband was poisoned shortly before his death in a Russian prison.
1 week ago in Sports
Tom Brady’s dual roles as Fox Sports NFL analyst, Raiders limited owner continue to raise questions
The questions about Tom Brady's dual roles as a Fox Sports NFL analyst and partial owner of the Las Vegas Raiders have intensified after he was shown in the team's coaching booth with a headset on during a 20-9 loss Monday night to the Los Angeles Chargers.
1 week ago in Sports
MLB drops plan for London games in 2026, says nearing TV deals with NBC, ESPN, Netflix
Major League Baseball has abandoned plans to play two games in London next season because of scheduling issues with West Ham's Olympic Stadium and the sport's television partner.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Trivial Pursuit, Furbies and even snow might join the Toy Hall of Fame
Later this year, the National Toy Hall of Fame could induct snow — yes, the cold, white stuff that falls from the sky. But only if it ices out enough of the competition — a group that features hugely popular board games, outdoor favorites and giggling plushies.
