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Crime & Safety
18 hours ago
One Dead, One Injured in Jonesboro Shooting; Person of Interest Detained

The Criminal Investigation Division (CID) has arrived on the scene and is currently investigating the incident.

Education
21 hours ago
A-State Named as a Top School for Veterans Through Work Done by Beck Center

Arkansas State University has been named a top school for military veterans by U.S. Veterans Magazine.  

Elections
23 hours ago
ELECTION WRAP-UP: Safety Tax Fails, Massive Shakeup on Quorum Court, Runoffs Set

JRN has a breakdown on some of the biggest races in Craighead County and their outcomes during the 2026 general election.

News
24 hours ago
Appeal to Reverse Private Club Permit Denial for Proposed Jonesboro Restaurant Filed in Circuit Court

An appeal of the Jonesboro City Council’s decision to deny a liquor license permit to a restaurant located near an elementary school was filed in Craighead County Circuit Court Tuesday.

Elections
1 day ago
Democrat Erika Askeland Unseats Republican Incumbent Jack Ladyman in District 32 Race

Democratic challenger Erika Askeland has won the seat for Arkansas State House of Representatives District 32, unseating the six-consecutive-term incumbent, Republican Rep. Jack Ladyman.

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Weather Updates
1 day ago
Craighead County Lifts Burn Ban Following Recent Rainfall

Citizens are reminded to follow all applicable state and local laws regarding burning activities.

Arts & Entertainment
1 day ago
New Christian and Gospel Radio Station to Hit Jonesboro Airwaves Dec. 6

Glory 104.3 FM prepares for midnight sign-on, bringing a new voice of faith, hope and inspiration to Northeast Arkansas with a community worship celebration and ribbon cutting by the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce

Elections
1 day ago
Curtis Hitt to be Second Judicial District, Division 4 Circuit Judge

Curtis Hitt will be the next circuit judge of Division 4 in the Second Judicial District.

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