Government

Feb. 26, 2026

Former Trump Official Clashes with Arkansas GOP Over Prison Proposal

Sarah Huckabee Sanders faces opposition from fellow Republicans over $825 million prison project

Feb. 24, 2026

Corps Aims to Cut 'Extraneous Regulations' on Arkansas Projects

New initiative focuses on civil works programs, including flood risk management and hydropower

Feb. 22, 2026

Trump Lashes Out At Justices After Supreme Court Blocks Tariff Plan

The former president quickly moved to a new legal route for a worldwide 10 percent tariff after the court ruled his emergency tariff strategy was unlawful.

Feb. 21, 2026

Former Illinois Governor Criticizes Pritzker Over Chicago Bears Move

Blagojevich says Pritzker 'outplayed and outflanked' in potential Bears relocation to Indiana

Feb. 16, 2026

Arkansas Libraries' State Funding Delayed Over Audit Rule Concerns

State Library Board holds back $1.37 million in quarterly funding as it seeks clarity on financial oversight requirements

Feb. 15, 2026

Arkansas Libraries Await State Aid After Board Questions Audit Rules

Funding for summer programs and book transportation in limbo as state library board delays $1.37 million in quarterly disbursements

Feb. 14, 2026

Johnson County Sheriff Announces Resignation After Tense Meeting

Sheriff Tom Hughes cites lack of support from county leadership as reason for departure.

Feb. 13, 2026

El Paso Airspace Closure Sparks Tension Between FAA and Pentagon

Dispute over use of new anti-drone laser technology disrupts air travel in the region

Feb. 10, 2026

Lt. Gov. Rutledge Names Beth Walker to Ethics Commission

Walker will serve a five-year term on the Arkansas Ethics Commission.

Feb. 9, 2026

Arkansas' Budget Surplus Poses Challenges and Opportunities

State faces decisions on how to allocate $334 million surplus amid uncertainty from federal policy changes