John Moore/Getty Images(PHOENIX) — The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Department is investigating footage of unaccompanied children allegedly being dragged and shoved inside a shelter in Arizona. The videos, first published by The Arizona Republic, appear to show the
KTRK-TV(HOUSTON) — Police in Harris County, Texas, are continuing their search for the man who opened fire on a car full of children, killing 7-year-old girl Jazmine Barnes and injuring her mother, as the group made an
Scott Robert Ritchie; Danny Clinch; Karsten StaigerHere are a few more notable stories from the world of music in 2018: Hard Day’s Knight: Beatles drummer becomes Sir Ringo On March 20, Ringo Starr was knighted in his
Taylor Hill/Getty Images; Susan Joy BalinARETHA FRANKLIN The music world lost many major artists in 2018, but perhaps none more beloved or impactful than the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, who died of pancreatic cancer at her
avid_creative/Getty Images(ST. CHARLES, Mo.) — A man whose daughter, two grandchildren and ex-wife were all fatally shot, allegedly by his daughter’s boyfriend, is now grappling with why this happened. “The whole thing is confusing,” said Rick Moeckel,
The state has asked for a rehearing and review of the recent decision by the Arkansas Court of Appeals throwing out the conviction of a Mountain Home man for first-degree battery stemming from injuries to his then
© 2011 Mary McCartneyIn September of 2018, Paul McCartney released Egypt Station, his first album in five years. It became McCartney’s first album to reach #1 on the Billboard 200 since 1982’s Tug of War. Nearly all
ABC/Image Group LAThe year of historic chart diversity Country music may still be struggling when it comes to playing female artists on the radio, but in 2018, the format did make some strides in diversity. Over the course of
Courtesy family of Alexandra Black(BURLINGTON, N.C.) — The investigation into how a lion at a North Carolina wildlife center managed to get loose and kill a young intern is putting a new focus on how keeping exotic
Waring Abbott/Getty ImagesRay Sawyer, former lead singer of the pop-rock act Dr. Hook, has died at the age of 81, the Page Six gossip site reports. According to his publicist, Sawyer passed away in Daytona Beach, Florida,
TEXARKANA, Ark. (AP) The body of a missing Texarkana, Texas, man has been found in a submerged vehicle in a bayou in southwest Arkansas. Arkansas State Police Capt. Brady Gore tells the Texarkana Gazette that the body of
kali9/Getty Images(LAS VEGAS) — Las Vegas police are searching for a woman who struck and killed a nail salon employee with her car. The suspect allegedly ran over the salon employee after getting a manicure and attempting
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) The leader of a Missouri House investigation into former Gov. Eric Greitens says while that review is over, he’s still hopeful Greitens will be held accountable for alleged campaign finance violations. Rep. Jay Barnes released
Bobby Helms (Michael Ochs Archives/ Getty Images)The 2018 holiday season has seen a variety of old Christmas hits make history on the Billboard Hot 100, and this week was no exception: Three songs that appear in the
ABC/Image Group LALindsay Ell‘s 2018 was a year to remember. The singer spent the majority of her time on the road opening for Keith Urban, Sugarland and Brad Paisley, graduating from a van to a tour bus along the way. The
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) Two more Missouri House members are resigning shortly before their terms were scheduled to end. Republican Reps. Kurt Bahr of St. Charles County and Rick Brattin of Cass County submitted their resignations effective at
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) Police in Little Rock say a man armed with a pistol forced his way into a home and stole dozens of pairs of Air Jordan sneakers. The robbery was reported Friday at a home
Alex Bailey TM & © 2018 Twentieth Century Fox Film CorporationFor eight years, Queen guitarist Brian May and drummer Roger Taylor tried to bring the story of their famous band and its beloved late frontman, Freddie Mercury,
ABC/Image Group LA Tonight, Lauren Alaina will ring in 2019 by playing the Hollywood Party on New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Kane Brown and Kelsea Ballerini. The Georgia native says you can bet her fiance, Alex Hopkins, will be close by as well. “New Year’s
An Ozark County woman was injured in a one-vehicle accident Monday morning in Taney County. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 81-year-old Dora Burnett of Theodosia was transported to Cox Medical Center in Branson from the
ABC/Image Group LALuke Bryan is celebrating his wife Caroline‘s 39th birthday today with a family ski trip. But before the Bryan family hit the slopes, the country singer shared a heartfelt message on social media for her big day.
ABC/Image Group LAMaren Morris will take the stage tonight from New Orleans as part of Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2019 on ABC. As she gears up for her performance on the program she’s been watching
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) State officials say errors in tax withholding tables might cost thousands of Missouri taxpayers money on their state income tax returns. The mistakes could mean people who usually receive a modest refund might instead
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) An unusually rainy year for most counties in Arkansas has left the state’s roadways marked with potholes. Eric Petty is the manager of Little Rock’s operations division. He tells The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette that 2018
Müller-Schneck/ullstein bild via Getty ImagesJimi Hendrix was honored in 2014 with his own U.S. postage stamp, and now the late guitar legend has had an actual post office named after him near his hometown of Seattle. The
Credit: Jill FurmanovskyPink Floyd drummer Nick Mason has been appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire — or CBE — by Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II, as part of the U.K. monarch’s annual New Year’s
COTTER, Ark. (AP) The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says a small snail native to Arkansas and Missouri, mainly the Twin Lakes Area, is now presumed extinct. The Ozark pyrg was originally found more than 100 years ago
Ben Gabbe/Getty Images for Tribeca TV Festival(NEW YORK) — Embattled comedian Louis CK, who admitted last year to sexually harassing women in the past, appears to be going after survivors of the Parkland school massacre as well
ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban will return as headliner for the third consecutive year as part of Nashville’s New Year’s Eve celebration tonight. A seasoned pro, the singer knows how to keep warm for an outdoor performance. A new video
ABC/Image Group LACarrie Underwood is expecting her second child in January and everyday routines have become more cumbersome, thanks to her growing belly. Luckily for Carrie, she has some eager helpers. The “Love Wins” singer recently shared a
pchoui/iStock(ARLINGTON, Texas) — A bald eagle landed on a fan attending the Notre Dame-Clemson Tigers game ahead of the Cotton Bowl Classic over the weekend. The eagle had been trained to fly around AT&T Stadium during the
Comstock/Thinkstock The 1980 edition of Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve was co-hosted by The Dukes of Hazzard‘s John Schneider and Happy Days’ Erin Moran, and featured an appearance by these Country Music Hall of Famers. Can you name the band who scored a
ABC/Image Group LA2019’s already shaping up to be a great year for Kelsea Ballerini: She has a top-thirty country hit with “Miss Me More” and she’s making waves on the pop chart with “This Feeling,” her collaboration with The
Mike Colucci; Austin LordAs the world prepares to celebrate the arrival of 2019, a variety of veteran music acts will ring in the New Year onstage tonight. Among the stars scheduled to play concerts perform on December
Allen Kee / ESPN Images(CORAL GABLES, Fla.) — Manny Diaz is heading back to the University of Miami to succeed Mark Richt as the next head coach of the Hurricanes’ football team. The move comes after Diaz,
33ft/iStock(NEW YORK) — This season may be over for the Arizona Cardinals after failing to advance to the playoffs but at least the team has something to look forward to in 2019. With their 27-24 loss to
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) A year after a southwestern Missouri county began using trailers to house inmates amid jail overcrowding, more than 100 men are being held in the trailers and officials in other areas of the country are
High school basketball makes up the local New Year’s Eve schedule as the North Arkansas College Invitational Senior High Tournament continues at the Pioneer Pavilion in Harrison. In boys’ action, St. Joe and top-seeded Valley Springs tip
The 24th-ranked Missouri football team makes its second-consecutive postseason appearance to wrap up 2018. The Tigers will be in Memphis Monday as they meet Oklahoma State in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. Mizzou comes into the game with
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. Alexis Tolefree hit a 3-pointer at the 8:43 mark in the third quarter sparking a furious second half surge as the University of Arkansas womens basketball team defeated Jackson State, 76-57, in the final
COLUMBIA, Mo. (12/30/18) The Arkansas State womens basketball team concluded the non-conference portion of its 2018-19 schedule with a 70-50 loss at Missouri Sunday afternoon. Peyton Martin three Red Wolves in double-figures with 14 points, while
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) Szymon Wojcik led seven players in double-digit scoring with 16 points and Missouri State set a school scoring record routing NAIA-member William Woods 110-56 on Sunday. The Bears also set a school record with 17
CONWAY, Ark. (AP) Hayden Koval finished with 10 points, seven rebounds and six blocked shots and Central Arkansas had all 13 players score in a 62-47 victory over NAIA-member Lyon College on Sunday. Both teams struggled on offense.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) The Chiefs finally clinched their third consecutive AFC West title and the No. 1 seed in the playoffs, and Patrick Mahomes and the rest of Kansas City’s offense continued to shatter records in a
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) Dak Prescott threw a 32-yard fourth-down touchdown pass to Cole Beasley on a play that was reversed by video replay and added a winning 2-point conversion pass to Michael Gallup with 1:12 to play
Ceremonies are scheduled throughout the Twin Lakes Area Tuesday morning for administering the oath of office for public officials. In Baxter County, Arkansas Supreme Court Justice Shawn Womack will administer the oath of office at 9:00 in
Lower income taxes, simplified tax tables, teacher pay raises and additional parole officers are expected to highlight the upcoming Arkansas legislative session. The legislature convenes in regular session on Jan. 14th. The simplified tax table proposal is
After a six-month, 1 percent sales tax collection sunsetted on Sept. 30th, Baxter County’s sales tax rate is set to increase again Tuesday by one-quarter of a percent. Both collections were approved by voters in a special
The Office of Education Policy from the University of Arkansas has announced the Izard County School District has won four Beating the Odds ACT Aspire awards. The high school won for statewide overall growth for eighth in
A new record was set during the 2018 elk hunting season in Arkansas. According to the Harrison Daily Times, 67 total elk were taken on public and private land breaking the previous mark of 55. All hunter-harvested
iStock(NEW YORK) — Here are the scores from Sunday’s sports events: NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONOrlando 109, Detroit 107Minnesota 113, Miami 104Toronto 95, Chicago 89Dallas 105, Oklahoma City 103Portland 129, Philadelphia 95L.A. Lakers 121, Sacramento 114 NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUEVegas
Volunteer campground hosts are being sought for the Buffalo National River for 2019. Applications are being accepted by the National Park Service for hosts at at Steel Creek, Kyles Landing, Ozark, Tyler Bend and Buffalo Point campgrounds.
ABC News(NEW YORK) — Two different systems will combine Monday to produce a significant storm system affecting New Year’s Eve plans from the Central Plains to the Northeast. Temperatures will be mild, but revelers in Times Square
rustythedog/iStock(SEGUIN, Texas) — Police arrested an armed Texas man on Sunday who allegedly said he was on his way to a nearby church to fulfill “a prophecy,” authorities said. Tony Albert, 33, was arrested in Seguin, Texas,
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockCarrie Underwood will be featured alongside Jennifer Garner, *NSYNC, Mark Hamill, and more during The CW’s The Hollywood Walk of Fame Honors special on Friday, January 4. You can watch for the “Love Wins” hitmaker starting at 9 p.m. ET. Sony Nashville
ABC/Image Group LAOn Monday night, Kane Brown caps off a phenomenal 2018 by performing on Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest for the second year in a row. “It feels awesome, especially ’cause this show’s so big,” Kane
Udo Spreitzenbarth; Jeff Dow It’s time to ring in the New Year, and with 2019 arriving at midnight tonight, a couple of well-known musicians have shared their plans for the year with ABC Radio. The Beach Boys
tarasov_vl/iStock(ISLAMORADA, Fla.) — A Florida fisherman reeled in a big catch over the weekend, but it turned out to be a massive load of illegal drugs. The fisherman had just returned from sea on Saturday when he
Scott Clarke/ESPN Images(NEW YORK) — After a 4-12 season, the New York Jets announced that they have parted ways with head coach Todd Bowles. The Jets announced the move in a statement on their official website. “I
Rob Carr/Getty Images(NEW YORK) — The Browns missed out on the playoffs, but there’s still a silver lining in their 2018 season: quarterback Baker Mayfield. Mayfield made history during the Browns 26-24 loss at the hands of
Mizpah Volunteer Fire Company 18-2(NEW YORK) — A firefighter who was killed in a Christmas Day car crash while heading to an emergency call was laid to rest Sunday. Natalie Dempsey, a 21-year-old volunteer firefighter at the
iStock/MrRuj(CHARLOTTE) — A 22-year-old newly-hired employee was attacked and killed by a lion after it escaped a locked space at a North Carolina animal center on Sunday, officials said. A “husbandry team, led by a professionally trained
iStock/Thinkstock(NEWMAN, Calif.) — Hundreds of law enforcement officers from across the nation are expected to descend on a small California farming town this week to honor a police corporal described as his family’s “role model,” who was
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) A new study finds that Missouri and Kansas are among the worst states in using tobacco settlement proceeds to prevent smoking, despite recommendations from federal health officials. The Kansas City Star reports that Missouri
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) Wages will be increasing for millions of low-income workers across the U.S. as the new year ushers in new laws in numerous states. New minimum wage requirements will take effect in 20 states and
iStock/Thinkstock(HOUSTON) — A 7-year-old girl was shot and killed in a Walmart parking lot in Houston early Sunday when a gunman opened fire on a vehicle she was traveling in with her mother and three other young
moodboard/Thinkstock(HARAHAN, Louisana) — The Harahan Police Department is very concerned about Zika virus in your meth — and would love for you to just stop on by to drop it off for testing. The department in Harahan,
TONTITOWN, Ark. (AP) A 54-year-old man has been arrested and a northwest Arkansas police officer escaped serious injury after being dragged by the man’s pickup during an early-morning confrontation. Tontitown police Chief Joey McCormick said in a statement
ABC News(NEW YORK) — Two systems are set to bring unsettled weather across the country as revelers get ready to ring in the new year. The first system in the Northwest is the colder one and it’s
KABC(LOS ANGELES) — Blaze Bernstein was a bright student, loyal friend and passionate culinary aficionado who spent the fall of 2017 as a sophomore taking pre-med courses at the University of Pennsylvania and acting as a managing
iStock/Thinkstock(LOS ANGELES) — Several U.S. newspapers came under attack from apparent hackers on Saturday, preventing some from printing and distributing their daily editions. The Los Angeles Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, Chicago Tribune and Baltimore Sun were among
Twitter/@starryeyd_(BALTIMORE, Maryland) — Six people were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after a jet bridge failed at a Baltimore airport, officials say. Just before 8 p.m. on Saturday, Southwest flight 822 arrived at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
ABC News(PORTLAND, Oregon) — The DoubleTree Hotel in Portland, Oregon, fired two workers who were involved in calling police on a black man who was a guest in the hotel. Jermaine Massey was talking to his mother
Affidavit provides further details on alleged theft at fatal crash scene The affidavit in the case of a Lakeview man charged with taking items from the victim of a fatal vehicle crash says 33-year-old David Simmons entered
A Gainesville man was injured in a one-vehicle accident early Saturday morning in Ozark County. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 38-year-old Aaron Broderick was transported by helicopter from the scene four miles south of Gainesville
Dora’s boys were able to hold on to win the championship of the Cabool Holiday Tournament. The Falcons squeaked by Licking 63-61. Isaac Haney was Dora’s top scorer with 28 points, Mason Luna had 14, and Bryson
A Fulton County man, 60-year-old Lloyd Hendrix, has been arrested following an incident when two juveniles defended their mother and the Salem man threatened to stab one of her sons. According to the probable cause affidavit, law
The upcoming New Year’s holiday brings a mixed schedule for government office closings in Baxter County. The City of Mountain Home’s offices will be closed both Monday and Tuesday for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
The Mountain Home Elks Lodge #1714 presented a $500 check earlier this month to the Mountain Home Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #45 to assist with its Shop with a Cop event for underprivileged children. Photo (from
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NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) Police in North Little Rock are investigating the shooting death of a 19-year-old man found lying in the road. Police Sgt. Amy Cooper says police discovered Wesley M. Everett early Saturday with a
RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. (AP) A group seeking to build a hotel and casino in central Arkansas has released plans for the $254 million project, but a lawsuit has been filed over whether a judge’s support for the project was
JONESBORO, Ark. (AP) Marquis Eaton had a career-high 23 points and Ty Cockfield added 18 as Arkansas State got off to a slow start before dominating the second half to beat Division III Harding 87-62 on Saturday night.
Mountain Home wrapped up the First Arkansas Bail Bonds Tournament with the boys keeping the championship trophy at the Hangar. The Bombers won the title game over Clarendon 62-53. The Lions got off to a hot start
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) Reagan Roberson bulldozed through one tackler and dove into the end zone on an 11-yard catch-and-run in overtime, lifting Nevada over Arkansas State 16-13 in the Arizona Bowl on Saturday. Nevada (8-5) labored against Arkansas
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) Missouri completed a perfect December, beating Morehead State 75-61 at Mizzou Arena for its sixth straight victory. Mark Smith led the Tigers (9-3) with 22 points, Jordan Geist scored 20 and Kevin Puryear added 12
TROY, Ala. (AP) Alex Hicks scored 18 points, collected 10 rebounds and Troy won its fourth straight in beating Arkansas-Pine Bluff 71-63 on Saturday. It was Hicks’ second straight double-double and third of the season. Jordon Varnado scored
A boil water order has been issued for Compton Waterworks by the Arkansas Department of Health. According to the Newton County Times, the order was issued Wednesday morning for the entire Newton County system following a main
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Four individuals were taken into custody Saturday in connection with a pursuit that included several agencies. The Independence County Sheriff’s Department reported on Facebook it was assisted by the Izard County Sheriff’s Office and the Batesville Police
iStock/Thinkstock(NEW YORK) — Here are the scores from Friday’s sports events: NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONChicago 101, Washington 92Orlando 116, Toronto 87Charlotte 100, Brooklyn 87Indiana 125, Detroit 88OT Atlanta 123, Minnesota 120New Orleans 114, Dallas 112Miami 118, Cleveland 94Denver
Joe Raedle/Getty Images(PARKLAND, Fla.) — In an investigative report on the mass shooting in Parkland, Florida, earlier this year, a state commission pointed to several security failures at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School that left students and
iStock(PLANTATION, Fla.) — A Florida man claiming to be homeless scammed shoppers outside a Target department store into giving him money — and then rewarded their generosity with $100 bills. The heartwarming holiday campaign was an experiment
This will be the last radio address of my first four years as governor. When I took office in January of 2015, four years looked like a long time. W e accomplished much, and the time has
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) Police in Little Rock say a mother and her 2-year-old son who were found on the ground in a parking lot died of apparent gunshot wounds. Little Rock police spokesman Eric Barnes said Friday
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) Missouri’s Republican Gov. Mike Parson and Republican legislative budget leaders are predicting a 2 percent growth in state revenue next fiscal year. Parson, House Budget Chairman Scott Fitzpatrick and Senate Appropriations Chairman Dan Brown
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) The Missouri attorney general’s office is not pursuing legal action against two groups related to concerns that former Gov. Eric Greitens’ used their resources for political gain. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that the
Saturday’s basketball schedule includes the conclusion of the First Arkansas Bail Bonds Tournament in Mountain Home, and both host teams will play for the title. The Lady Bombers’ last opponent in the tournament will be Paragould. Mountain
Two local boys’ teams continued action in the Cabool Holiday Tournament on Friday. Gainesville was eliminated from the consolation side of the bracket as they fell to Alton 77-71. Dora advanced to the title game after beating
The non-conference portion of Missouri’s regular season will come to an end Saturday. The Tigers return to Columbia as they meet Morehead State. Mizzou is currently 8-3 on the season. The Tigers won the Braggin’ Rights Game
The Arkansas State football team will make its eighth-consecutive postseason appearance on Saturday. The Red Wolves will meet Nevada in the NOVA Home Loans Arizona Bowl. A-State brings an 8-4 record into Tuscon. The Red Wolves finished
Officials say heavy rain that swelled the water level in Lake Harrison was still delaying the search Friday for signs of a missing Harrison couple, and there have been some results from tissue samples found in the
Two Yellville business owners are offering rewards after thieves broke in to one establishment and attempted to gain entry to the second one this week. Rocky Kosh, owner of Southern Rock Tobacco Shop, and Randy Prowett, owner
Wells Fargo Bank N.A. will pay $575 million to resolve claims it violated state consumer-protection laws. Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge said Friday the settlement is the result of multiple investigations by all 50 states and the
The Art Odyssey, a self-guided tour of artists’ studios in the area, has announced a call for artists for the 2019 tour set for May 16th-18th. All artists in the Mountain Home area, including Baxter and surrounding
The Rotary Club of Mountain Home heard from guest speaker Duane Hada and his Cross Trail Outfitters, a youth hunting and fishing club, earlier this month. The CTO Buffalo River Chapter is a group of Christian young
The second day of the First Arkansas Bail Bonds Tournament came to an end Friday in Mountain Home with both host teams advancing to the championship games. The day wrapped up with Kate Gilbert sinking two clutch
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) Keyshawn Embery-Simpson scored 14 second-half points to help Arkansas rally past Austin Peay 76-65 on Friday in the final nonconference game of the season for both teams. Embery-Simpson fueled a 20-5 Arkansas run that turned
Ben Gibson/Rocket Entertainment; Terry Wyatt; Doltyn SneddenThis year, several legendary pop and rock artists either announced or mounted farewell tours, including Elton John, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Paul Simon, Bob Seger and KISS. In January, Elton held a press
© 2011 Mary McCartneyIn the final 2018 installment of his “You Gave Me the Answer” Q&A feature, Paul McCartney reflects on a successful year that saw him release a chart-topping new studio album, Egypt Station, and launch
ABC/Image Group LAWEDDINGS In country music, tying the knot seems to be very good for one’s career. Take for example, Kelsea Ballerini and Morgan Evans. The two walked down the aisle in December of 2017, and by the end of
Machado CicalaTimes change, but icons remain, and Cher is certainly that. In 2018, the 72-year-old living legend had a super-successful year. In March, Cher headlined the 40th Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras celebration in Australia, and
ABC/Image Group LAFor Carrie Underwood fans, 2018 began shrouded in mystery, as the American Idol winner disappeared from public view after a November fall that left her with a broken wrist. In a January letter to her fan club, Carrie revealed
ABC News(NEW YORK) — When the ball drops on New Year’s Eve in New York City’s iconic Times Square, it will be dedicated to protecting press freedom and celebrating the importance of journalism. The Times Square Alliance
Atlantic/Warner Nashville2018 will go down as the year the world discovered Ashley McBryde — and the singer/songwriter can count former President Barack Obama among her fans. The Arkansas native makes President Obama’s list of Favorite Songs of 2018, alongside cuts by Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Prince, Mavis
iStock/Thinkstock(BAKERSFIELD, Calif.) — The man accused of gunning down a Northern California police officer was taken into custody Friday in Bakersfield, California, following a massive manhunt, officials said. The suspect, Gustavo Perez Arriaga, fled after shooting Newman
The affidavit in the case of a Lakeview man charged with taking items from the victim of a fatal vehicle crash says 33-year-old David Simmons entered the accident scene not to render aid but to remove evidence
ABC/Lorenzo BevilaquaPatti LaBelle‘s got her New Year’s Eve plans locked in. The singer has been added to the lineup of CNN’s December 31 broadcast, hosted by Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen. She joins comedian Dave Chappelle, pop
ABC/Image Group LAFor Lauren Alaina, 2018 was a year filled with so many good things, it’s hard for her to pick a favorite, at least professionally. On the personal side, the Peach State native admits saying yes to
Credit: Emily LodgeMoody Blues singer/bassist John Lodge has lined up a brief series of 2019 U.S. concerts that will take place in February after the latest edition of Yes‘ Cruise to the Edge winds down. Lodge is
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Some Republican lawmakers say they will push to expand gun owners’ rights when the Arkansas Legislature reconvenes next year.The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reports some Democrats are pushing back with a proposed law that
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – A Columbia Planned Parenthood has passed its state inspection and is asking a federal judge to take action to allow the clinic to provide abortions again. The Columbia Daily Tribune reports the clinic
ABC News(LOS ANGELES) — The California police officer whose killing has sparked a massive and ongoing manhunt left behind a wife and 5-month-old son. Newman Police Cpl. Ronil Singh, 33, a native of Fiji who dedicated his
KGO(SAN JOSE, Calif.) — Police officers shot and killed a woman who allegedly led them on a high-speed car chase in San Jose, California, mistakenly thinking she had been involved in a shooting earlier that night, authorities
Facebook/Lake Highlands Elementary(DALLAS) — A school bus driver in Dallas, Texas became a sort of Santa this year. Curtis Jenkins, a driver for Lake Highlands Elementary School, asked each kid on his bus route what they would
Georgia Bureau of Investigation(ATLANTA) — A Georgia police officer died Friday morning, weeks after he was shot in the face in the line of duty, his department said. Henry County Police officer Michael Smith, who was shot
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – A Missouri death row inmate who says execution drugs could interact with his medical condition is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene.The Columbia Daily Tribune reported Friday Ernest Lee Johnson is arguing that a
ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban will be everywhere this New Year’s Eve. In actuality, the CMA Entertainer of the Year will be headlining the annual Music City Midnight celebration in Nashville for the third year in a row. But
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – A Missouri state senator wants to cap the amount of sales taxes local governments can collect. Kansas City public radio station KCUR reports Republican Sen. Andrew Koenig is proposing legislation to cap
BERRYVILLE, Ark. (AP) – Authorities are working to identify a man who was found dead in a creek in northern Arkansas on Christmas Day. The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded at about 5:00 p.m. Tuesday
ABC/Image Group LAEven though the odds were against it, one of the biggest country and pop hits of 2018 was simply “Meant to Be.” The idea came from Hayley Hubbard, the wife of Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard. As the
Dick Clark ProductionsKane Brown, Kelsea Ballerini and Lauren Alaina are in complete agreement about two things: They’re stoked to be on Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve on Monday — and they hate New Year’s resolutions. In fact, Lauren says she’s swearing them
Randee St. Nicholas; John RussoIn January of 2018, Fleetwood Mac was saluted as MusiCares Person of the Year — becoming the first band to be recognized with the honor — at a New York City gala featuring
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockThe legendary George Jones made it to #2 with “A Good Year for the Roses” in 1970. In 1994, he re-recorded it for the Bradley Barn Sessions. Can you name the Country Music Hall of Famer who was his
LINCOLN, Ark. (AP) A former police chief in northwest Arkansas has pleaded not guilty to felony charges of tampering with evidence and possession of drug paraphernalia. Brian Key was arrested earlier this month on the charges. He was
HARTVILLE, Mo. (AP) A Missouri woman has been sentenced to 10 years in prison in the accidental shooting of her 5-year-old son after he and his 7- and 3-year-old siblings were left home alone with two loaded guns
iStock/Thinkstock(NEW YORK) — Here are the scores from Thursday’s sports events: NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONHouston 127, Boston 113Milwaukee 112, N.Y. Knicks 96Sacramento 117, L.A. Lakers 116OT Portland 110, Golden State 109Philadelphia 114, Utah 97 NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUENew Jersey
Friday marks another busy day of high school basketball as the First Arkansas Bail Bonds Tournament continues at Mountain Home, and both of the host teams will compete in the semifinals. Mountain Home will be paired with
Two local high school boys’ basketball teams came away with victories Thursday in the Cabool Holiday Tournament. Gainesville routed Summersville 61-22 in the consolation quarterfinals. Dora later defeated Plato 73-61 in the quarterfinals. The girls’ teams from
Arkansas has another game Friday before they begin SEC play next weekend. The Razorbacks are set to welcome Austin Peay to Fayetteville. Arkansas is currently 8-3 on the season. The Hogs’ last game was Saturday when they
A call to the cellphone of a Fulton County deputy from a blocked number has led to two arrests in connection with a missing four-wheeler. According to the probable cause affidavit filed Wednesday, on Nov. 13th during
While December is best known for its connection to the holiday season, it’s also National Foster Care Awareness Month. The CALL of Arkansas started nearly 11 years ago as a Christian organization recruiting, training and supporting foster
iStock(WOODLAND PARK, Colo.) — A Colorado man accused of murdering his fiancee appeared in court on Thursday, where a judge ordered that the couple’s baby daughter be temporarily placed in the custody of the missing woman’s parents.
A transit company serving area residents in southern Missouri is implementing a new fare system. OATS Transit is reporting the new fees will take effect in 2019. The change is being made in an effort to offset
Due to the partial closure of the federal government, the First Day Hike to be held at Steel Creek Tuesday has been canceled. The annual event, sponsored by Buffalo National River and Buffalo National River Partners, was
WPVI-TV(BETHLEHEM, Penn.) — A Chinese national accused of poisoning his college roommate in Pennsylvania is now charged with trying to get himself deported to avoid prosecution, according to police. Former Lehigh University student Yukai Yang was being
ABC/Image Group LAAfter playing Nashville’s Music City Midnight celebration last year, Maren Morris thought she’d take it easy this New Year’s Eve — until her phone rang. “I was so excited to get that call, because I hadn’t planned
© 2018 Lynn Goldsmith; Cleopatra BooksLast week, Todd Rundgren published an autobiography titled The Individualist: Digressions, Dreams & Dissertations, which tells his life story from childhood to his 50th birthday. The book is made up of one-page
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockGarth Brooks‘ concert special, Garth: Live at Notre Dame!, is set to re-air Friday at 8 p.m. ET on CBS. The two-hour show was recorded in October at Garth’s historic stadium date at the home of the
Simin Liu/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images(NEW YORK) — A transformer explosion lit up the night sky in New York City on Thursday, turning the skyline bright blue for a moment and frightening residents in the process. The fire broke
The First Arkansas Bail Bonds Tournament wrapped up its first day of action at Mountain Home High School with the host teams picking up victories. The Lady Bombers were able to beat Hermitage by a final of
Courtesy of Live Nation EntertainmentA three-day music extravaganza commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1969 Woodstock festival will be held at the site of the historic event on August 16-18, 2019, at Bethel Woods Center for the
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – An Illinois-based internet provider is planning to spur broadband development in rural areas across five states in the central U.S. Wisper ISP Inc. is set to receive money from the Federal Communication Commission
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – A private Missouri women’s college is changing its admissions policy to accept transgender women and nonbinary students assigned female at birth. The Columbia Missourian reported Wednesday the new policy at Stephens College in
More than 500 customers of North Arkansas Electric Cooperative north of Mountain Home are without power. The cooperative’s website indicates the impacted area is north of U.S. Highway 62 Business and east of State Highway 5 north.
ABC News(LOS ANGELES) — A man suspected of shooting a California police officer to death during gunfight has been identified by authorities who were still hunting for him Thursday as President Donald Trump tweeted about the alleged
A Lakeview man, 33-year-old David Simmons, has been arrested and charged in connection with allegedly taking items from the victim of a fatal vehicle crash in October. Simmons has been charged with felony counts of tampering with
The Mountain Home Police Department has released details on a two-vehicle accident Sunday afternoon resulting in one car overturning multiple times and two people being transported to Baxter Regional Medical Center. According to the report, the accident
ABC/Image Group LAAaron Watson is heading into the new year with a new single. The infectious, percussion-driven “Kiss That Girl Goodbye” is the lead release from his new album, Red Bandana, which is set to arrive in June. You’ll
iStock/Thinkstock(PARADISE, Calif.) — This holiday season has proven especially difficult for Paradise, California, residents where the Camp Fire reduced homes, businesses and lives to ashes. Nicole Hoenig and her 2-year-old daughter Mira celebrated Christmas as best they
ABC News(NEW YORK) — The number of law enforcement officers who died while in the line of duty went up this year, from 129 deaths in 2017 to 144 so far in 2018. The figures, released today
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) – A Columbia man has been charged with shooting a sleeping 73-year-old homeless man with paintballs and repeatedly stabbing him. The Columbia Daily Tribune reports 28-year-old Jessie Randall Williams is jailed without bond on
ABC/Image Group LA Old Dominion looks back on a life-changing year in a dramatic new flashback video posted on social media. “Time, it passes so quickly that it’s hard to take a moment to see where we’ve been this year,”
Credit: Dave HoganMick Jagger has collaborated with his girlfriend, ballerina Melanie Hamrick, on an original ballet set to the music of The Rolling Stones that’s expected to open in New York this spring, according to a report
A Christmas Eve verbal dispute led to a standoff with authorities, death threats and the arrest of a Newton County man, 25-year-old Gavin Amick of Western Grove. Newton County Sheriff-elect Glenn Wheeler says deputies were initially called
Machado CicalaIn addition to using it for her random musings and updates about her career, Cher has always used her Twitter account to speak out about political issues. So when she saw a joke t-shirt for sale
DeAgostini/Getty Images(SAN JOSE, Calif.) — A California teen was found dead after apparently falling some 700 feet from a cliff at Horseshoe Bend Overlook in Arizona, authorities said. The girl’s family, from San Jose, reported the 14-year-old
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WABC(LAKEWOOD, N.J.) — A U.S. Marine was among four young men killed when a sedan they were in plowed into the back of a tanker truck in New Jersey early Wednesday, authorities said. The crash on the
VAN BUREN, Ark. (AP) – An Arkansas judge has dismissed local charges against four carnival workers suspected in the deaths of a retired couple in Kansas. Investigators say one suspect texted the others posing as a carnival
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Police in Little Rock say they’re investigating after a woman and a boy were found dead in the parking lot of an apartment complex. Authorities say the pair was found dead Thursday
Rainbow Room/PR NewswireTrisha Yearwood will do one of her first full concerts in some time on Valentine’s Day at New York City’s iconic Rainbow Room. The two-time CMA Female Vocalist of the Year will perform songs from her
BOONVILLE, Mo. (AP) – Federal officials say a small plane pilot who crashed last year in central Missouri, killing himself and a passenger, was under the influence of illicit drugs and was nearly blind in one eye.
FORREST CITY, Ark. (AP) – Authorities say they’ve recaptured an inmate who escaped the St. Francis County jail in eastern Arkansas on Christmas Eve. The St. Francis County Sheriff’s Office says 29-year-old Paul McGee was apprehended early
iStock/Thinkstock(NEW YORK) — Here are the scores from Wednesday’s sports events: NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONDetroit 106, Washington 95OT Phoenix 122, Orlando 120Toronto 106, Miami 104Indiana 129, Atlanta 1212OT Brooklyn 134, Charlotte 132Minnesota 119, Chicago 94Memphis 95, Cleveland 87Dallas
Credit: Andreas TerlaakIn January of 2018, Neil Diamond shocked and saddened fans when he announced that he had to retire from touring immediately due to being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. As part of the January 22 announcement,
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 2016, a Texas native was given her own official day in Arlington, TX. Can you name this award-winning female singer, who’s currently nominated for five Grammys? ANSWER: Maren Morris. Copyright © 2018, ABC Radio.
ABC/Image Group LAIt’s no secret that these days, the female voices of country music struggle for airplay on country radio. But in 2018, some of pop music’s hottest male artists proved they knew exactly what to do
BRANSON, Mo. (AP) Authorities say a Branson man sold drugs linked to three overdoses, one of them fatal. The Springfield News-Leader reports that 31-year-old Ryan Brynell is charged in federal court with attempted possession with intent to distribute
Marc Grimwade/WireImageYep, that was Axl Rose‘s voice on New Looney Tunes. A rep for Warner Bros. Animation confirms to ABC Radio that the Guns N’ Roses frontman is indeed singing and talking on a recent episode of
Paul Natkin/Getty ImagesThe late Aretha Franklin will be saluted next month with an all-star tribute concert which will air later this year on CBS. Tyler Perry will host the event, which will feature performances by Patti LaBelle,
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) The Arkansas Racing Commission has given tentative approval to two new regulations dealing with casino gambling after voters agreed to legalize them last month. The commission must develop rules for the licensing and operation
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) A Missouri mega-donor has given $1 million to a political action committee that supports Republican Gov. Mike Parson running to keep his seat. Prolific political donor Rex Sinquefield donated $850,000 to Uniting Missouri PAC
Sarah L. Voisin/The Washington Post via Getty ImagesA televised special, featuring highlights from the 41st Annual Kennedy Center Honors, aired Wednesday night on CBS, and among the artists honored was Reba McEntire. The event took place in
Sarah L. Voisin/The Washington Post via Getty ImagesA television special, featuring highlights from the 41st Annual Kennedy Center Honors, aired Wednesday night on CBS, and Cher was among the artists honored. The event took place in Washington,
RECTOR, Ark. (AP) Authorities say a police officer shot and killed a man outside of a convenience store in northeast Arkansas. According to Arkansas State Police, the shooting happened Wednesday in Rector. State police say Rector officers responded
ABC News(NEW YORK) — A storm system playing havoc with holiday travelers returning home from vacation is moving into the Southeast on Thursday with severe storms and snow to the north. The storm stretches from the Canadian
High school basketball makes up the local Thursday schedule and includes the start of Mountain Home’s big holiday event. The First Arkansas Bail Bonds Tournament will begin its three-day run. The Lady Bombers’ first opponent will be
Two local boys’ basketball teams opened play in the Cabool Holiday Tournament on Wednesday. It was a rough start for Gainesville in their first game. The Bulldogs fell to Plato by a final of 70-57. Dora will
It’s been nearly a month since a Harrison couple was swept away in an apparent flash flood. As the search continues for John and Amy Villines, the water level in Lake Harrison has been drained as low
A 37-year-old woman, who took money from behind the counter of a Midway convenience store while employees stepped away, pled guilty to charges against her stemming from the thefts. Nicole Ashley Guinn was given five years probation
A Searcy County man has been arrested and charged with a felony count of possession of drug paraphernalia, following an incident in which a meth pipe reportedly fell from his pants pocket as he talked on his
Baxter County’s 12-month sales tax collection has topped the $4 million mark for the first time.Baxter County Treasurer Jenay Mize says collections continued on an upward trend for December, reflecting dollars generated in October. Listen: right-click to
A Marion County man, 40-year-old Nathan Siebrasse of Yellville, has been arrested on felony charges of incest and first-degree sexual assault, as well as misdemeanor counts of third-degree domestic battery, terroristic threatening, and third-degree assault.Marion County Sheriff
The Bull Shoals City Council will meet for its regular monthly session Thursday evening at 6:30.Among the items on the agenda is consideration of the 2019 budget. The meeting will be held at Bull Shoals City Hall.
iStock(ORLANDO) — A Florida fire department released audio of a frightening 911 call on Tuesday, capturing a dispatcher as she coached a caller through how to save a 1-year-old boy’s life. The scary moment happened on Christmas
Mokena Police Department(MOKENA, Ill.) — Police officer Peter Staglewicz narrowly avoided tragedy last month when he swerved off the road just a few feet from being slammed into by a speeding commuter train. Staglewicz, who works for
Credit: Jill JarrettDoors guitarist Robby Krieger is lighting fans’ fire for his long-in-the-works solo album by releasing a new single from the project titled “Slide Home.” The spacy instrumental tune, which showcases Krieger’s trademark slide guitar playing,
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockChris Lane will headline the upcoming Cotton Bowl Live! concert on December 29. The show serves as the kickoff to the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic pre-game in Arlington, Texas. The “Take Back Home Girl” singer will perform
ABC/Image Group LAWith Garth Brooks not touring in 2018 — and therefore not nominated for CMA Entertainer of the Year — the question loomed: who would take home the title after Garth’s two consecutive triumphs?? The odds were on
WLS-TV(CHICAGO) — Police are searching for an 18-year-old University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) student who vanished two weeks ago. Shalyha Ahmad’s family said they dropped her off at a Chicago train station on Dec. 14, but
Alex_Schmidt/iStock(NEW YORK) — A manhunt is underway to find a gunman suspected of killing a Northern California police officer during a traffic stop shortly after Christmas, authorities said. The suspect fled in his car after shooting Newman
Photo by Allen Kee / ESPN Images(KANSAS CITY) — Kansas City Royals prospect Brady Singer, 22, embraced the holiday spirit of giving this year with a truly generous gesture for his parents. Singer posted a video of
(Effingham County Sheriff) Elwyn Crocker and Candice Crocker are pictured in undated booking photos released by the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office in Georgia. (GUYTON, Ga.) — A Georgia man employed until recently as a seasonal Santa Claus
Courtesy of Elvis Presley’s GracelandThe 2019 edition of Elvis Presley‘s Birthday Celebration, held at the late King of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s Graceland estate in Memphis, Tennessee each year, is scheduled to run from Saturday, January 5, through
Rick Diamond/Rick Diamond/WireImageBack in 2008, Def Leppard taped an episode of the CMT series Crossroads that paired the U.K. hard rockers with none other than Taylor Swift. At the time, Taylor was a country music superstar whose
artisteer/iStock(DALLAS) — Rain and lightning stopped the SERVPRO First Responder Bowl in the first quarter, eventually cancelling the game between #23 Boise State and Boston College. The delay began with 5:08 remaining in the first quarter and
Michael Ochs Archives/Getty ImagesFifty years ago today, December 26, 1968, Led Zeppelin played its first ever concert in the U.S., opening a show for Vanilla Fudge at Colorado’s Denver Auditorium Arena. In honor of the milestone, the
ST. LOUIS (AP) – A former pastor and owner of a St. Louis pizza parlor and martial arts studio has been found guilty of eight federal charges related to child sex abuse. U.S. District Court Judge Audrey
ABC/Image Group LAIt was a very special Christmas in Michael Ray‘s household: He brought home fiancée Carly Pearce for the holidays, and shared a photo of the matching sleepwear one fan made them for the occasion. The two sported Santa
A lawsuit was filed in Boone County Circuit Court Wednesday aimed at opening the records of North Arkansas Regional Medical Center in Harrison.Four Boone County residents have requested public documents from the Harrison medical facility under the
John Lennon and Paul McCartney in 1968 (Bettmann/Getty Images)Solo Christmas singles by former Beatles band mates John Lennon and Paul McCartney finally made their debuts on the Billboard Hot 100 this past week — even though both
fallbrook/iStock(NEW YORK) — A desperate search is ongoing in the waters off the coast of Puerto Rico after a 20-year-old crew member of the Royal Caribbean cruise ship, Harmony of the Seas, apparently went overboard, according to
ABC/Image Group LAWhen Brad Paisley was 11, his parents drove him to Reynolds Memorial Hospital in his hometown of Glen Dale, West Virginia so he could perform for hospital patients. The young singer was sent to the hospital’s respite
cmannphoto/iStock(LOS ANGELES) — LeBron James suffered a strained left groin during his team’s Christmas Day win over the Golden State Warriors. The team announced on Thursday that James underwent an MRI to confirm the injury. He is
Thursday, December 26 (Mountain Home High School) Game 1 – Flippin 53, Clarendon 51, OT (Boys) Game 2 – Farmington 69, Highland 36 (Girls) Game 3 – Mountain Home 44, Hamburg 27 (Boys) Game 4 – Mountain
ABC/Image Group LALuke Bryan‘s wife, Caroline, continued her 12 days of pranks on Christmas Eve — but this time the prank was on her. Dressed in a life-size bear costume, Caroline sat on her family’s couch as people
Photo by Scott Clarke / ESPN Images(EUGENE, Ore.) — University of Oregon quarterback Justin Herbert announced on Wednesday that he will return to school for his senior year. Herbert was considered a likely first round NFL Draft
Phototreat/iStock(NEW YORK) — The death of an 8-year-old Guatemalan boy in government custody has raised renewed questions about how Customs and Border Protection agents are caring for the children and parents in their care at the southern
ABC/Image Group LAThomas Rhett has some time off this holiday season but one fan’s reaction to concert tickets for his upcoming 2019 tour has the singer ready to hit the road. In a video Rhett shared on his
Mark Horton/Getty ImagesAxl Rose hasn’t released any new music in over 10 years, but did he sneak a new track into an episode of New Looney Tunes? The Guns N’ Roses frontman — or, at least, an
FORT SMITH, Ark. (AP) – Unfilled vacancies in Fort Smith’s police department have freed up about $1.4 million that will be used to buy new vehicles and equipment for the department. The money for the purchases is
Courtesy CMABrett Eldredge celebrated the holidays in his home state of Illinois surrounded by family. Once the presents were opened and Christmas Day was almost over, he posted a video of himself singing while seated underneath his family’s
Credit: Myriam SantosFormer Journey frontman Steve Perry was welcomed back with open arms in October of 2018, when he released his solo album Traces in October. It was his first collection of new original songs since his
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 1996, The Kennedy Center Honors aired on CBS. The country artist recognized with the major career achievement had recently released Unchained, produced by Rick Rubin. His cover of Soundgarden‘s “Rusty Cage” on the project later garnered him a
ABC/Image Group LACarrie Underwood spent some quality time with her family on Christmas and shared a sweet post with fans on social media following the holiday. Relaxing on her couch at home, the “Love Wins” singer shared a
iStock/Thinkstock(NEW YORK) — Here are the scores from Tuesday’s sports events: NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONMilwaukee 109, N.Y. Knicks 95Houston 113, Oklahoma City 109Boston 121, Philadelphia 114L.A. Lakers 127, Golden State 101Utah 117, Portland 96 Copyright © 2018, ABC
JOPLIN, Mo. (AP) A federal judge has rejected a southwest Missouri city’s request to dismiss a free speech lawsuit over its old panhandling ordinance. The Joplin Globe reports that the city argued that the suit was no longer
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) Officials say an Arkansas Baptist College football player was among the two people killed in a Christmas Eve shooting west of New Orleans. Authorities say 20-year-old Thaddeus Watis of Convent, Louisiana, died after the
Mizpah Volunteer Fire Company 18-2(MIZPAH, N.J.) — A young volunteer firefighter from New Jersey was killed Christmas morning when her car crashed into a guardrail as she responded to an emergency call. Natalie Dempsey, 21, worked for
WABC-TV(BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, N.J.) — Four people are dead after a sedan plowed into the back of a tanker truck in New Jersey overnight on Wednesday. The accident took place just before 3 a.m. on the Garden State
ABC News(NEW YORK) — A major storm system is moving out of the west and will redevelop in the Plains, bringing severe storms to the south and heavy snow to the north. Up to 2 inches of
High school basketball makes up the local Wednesday schedule as a few area teams will be in tournament play. Two local girls’ teams will begin action in the Mountain Grove Holiday Tournament. Dora meets Plato at 9
A Mountain Home man whose criminal activity began with the theft of a large number of lawn ornaments throughout the county, followed by drug-related offenses, appeared in Baxter County Circuit Court Thursday where he entered a guilty
The National Park Service has closed the Lost Valley Road and day-use area near Ponca for a 10-week-long improvement project. The project includes relocating a portion of Lost Valley Road, parking area, and trailhead out of the
Bull Shoals-White River State Park is inviting the public to start 2019 with a breath of fresh air. The park will celebrate the new year with a “First Day Hike” Tuesday morning at 10:00. The hike will
The Humane Society of North Central Arkansas has received a $5,000 grant from the Arkansas Animal Rescue Foundation. Shelter Manager Carolyn Carter says helping keep pets in their home and out of the shelter is very important.
Photo (courtesy of Brenda Nelson): University of Arkansas Chancellor Joe Steinmetz Eighteen Mountain Home High School seniors joined Dr. Joseph Steinmetz, chancellor of the University of Arkansas, for a Rotary Club presentation earlier this month. The 18
Photo: ICC band students selected for all-region are (front row, left to right) Haylee Carrillo, Dustin Durham, (back row, left to right) Corey Rigdon and Michael Shelton. Thirteen Izard County band students auditioned at Greene County Tech
Credit: Marylene EytierCarlos Santana is best-known for melding rock with Latin music, but the guitar legend says his band’s next studio album is inspired by the sounds of Africa. Carlos tells ABC Radio that the group worked
ABC/Image Group LAWhen this year’s Kennedy Center Honors premieres Wednesday on CBS, Reba McEntire will be honored alongside Cher and the creators of the Broadway musical Hamilton. As Reba steps into the spotlight, she already has quite a history with the 41st annual, Washington,
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockDylan Scott will return to ABC’s Live with Kelly and Ryan on December 26 to perform his debut number-one single, “My Girl.” Farewell Angelina have announced the second leg of their Women and Wine Tour in support of their upcoming
HAMBURG, Ark. (AP) Arkansas State Police are investigating the shooting death of a man in southeast Arkansas after his car crashed into a home. State police say 33-year-old Todd Martin of Crossett was found dead early Tuesday after
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) Attorneys challenging Arkansas’ Medicaid work requirement say the 17,000 Arkansans who have lost coverage as a result are evidence that the provision is a simple benefits cut that is not allowed under federal law.
JOPLIN, Mo. (AP) A group associated with Route 66 is hoping to attract younger people to the Mother Road through an online campaign. The Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership’s eight-week effort spans platforms such as YouTube, Facebook and
LMPD(LOUISVILLE, Kentucky) — A police officer in Kentucky was killed by a driver allegedly under the influence while she was conducting a traffic stop on Christmas Eve. Detective Deidre Mengedoht, 32, pulled over a pickup truck in
ABC News(PHILADELPHIA) — The fundraising website GoFundMe has fully refunded every one of about 14,000 people who donated more than $400,000 to a New Jersey trio now charged with concocting a cruel hoax involving a seemingly selfless
iStock/Pattanaphong Khuankaew(NEW YORK) — One of the five employees of Bernie Madoff convicted in a $20 billion Ponzi scheme is seeking early release from prison based in part on the new criminal justice reform law signed last
A two-vehicle accident in Mountain Home resulted in injuries to two individuals. According to a spokesperson from the Mountain Home Police Department, the accident occurred early Sunday evening near the intersection of Arkansas Highway 5 South and
COLUMBIA, Mo. Missouri sophomore forward Jeremiah Tilmon was named Southeastern Conference Player of the Week, as announced by the league office on Monday. It’s the first SEC Player of the Week honor in Tilmon’s career and
A burned out license plate light on a Calico Rock woman’s vehicle resulted in a traffic stop in early October, which then led to drug charges being filed against her. Thirty-six-year-old Lacy Marie Wallace entered a guilty
Recreation use fees for the Ozark-St. Francis National Forests will increase in 2019. According to the United States Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service, the increase will go to assist the continuing operation and maintenance of existing facilities.
What do you do with the Christmas tree when the holiday is over? Complete your gift giving by donating your discarded tree for fish cover in Bull Shoals or Norfork lakes. Many local anglers sink these discarded
The Arvest Foundation has donated $3,000 to the City of Bull Shoal earmarked for use by its police department. During the presentation of the grant, Police Chief James Kuchenbecker said the money will help fund the necessary
Marion County Farm Bureau President Larry Blasdel Jr. was recognized at the 84th Arkansas Farm Bureau annual convention for the county’s work in the previous year.Each county Farm Bureau is measured in 10 program areas and awarded
JONESBORO, Ark. (AP) Police say a northeast Arkansas woman was injured after a friend accidentally shot her while he was cleaning his gun. The Jonesboro Police Department says the gun owner told officers he pulled the trigger to
Amid fierce debate over whether charter schools are good for black students, the heirs to the Walmart company fortune have been working to make inroads with advocates and influential leaders in the black community. The Walton Family
WTVD(RALEIGH, N.C.) — A set of twin sisters received an early Christmas gift on Monday, as their military father surprised them while disguised as a school mascot. During a basketball game, Technical Sgt. Anthony Pasco of the
WPLG(WELLINGTON, Fla.) — Police in Wellington, Florida, hailed a police dog as a hero for saving the lives of officers in a shootout outside a shopping mall packed with last-minute shoppers on Christmas Eve. The dog, Cigo,
Kevork Djansezian/BAFTA LA/Getty Images for BAFTA LA(NEW YORK) — Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey is facing a felony charge of indecent assault and battery on an 18-year-old busboy in Massachusetts stemming from an incident in July 2016 at
WABC-TV(NEW YORK) — A 14-year-old girl and a 15-year-old boy were among five suspects arrested in the killing of a man whose partially nude body was discovered in a New York City park, and investigators are probing
iStock Images/GettyWith Christmas taking place on Tuesday, radio playlists are filled with classic holiday tunes, including covers of traditional songs and modern originals. Various well-known music artists have shared their favorite yuletide tunes with ABC Radio, focusing
Steve Jennings/WireImageThe late Andy Williams has just scored a most wonderful chart achievement. The crooner, who passed away in 2012 at the age of 84, has landed at #10 on the Billboard Hot 100 with his 1963 Christmas
Columbia RecordsHere’s more proof that some people have entirely too much time on their hands. Someone has edited multiple episodes of Friends to make it seem as though Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey and Phoebe are singing
Credit: Deborah AndersonJust in the Saint Nick of time, founding Yes singer Jon Anderson has debuted a new holiday song on YouTube called “Love Is Everything.” The gentle acoustic tune is accompanied by animated scenes and images
ABC/Image Group LAScotty McCreery has much to be thankful for this holiday season. The singer celebrated a number-one single with “Five More Minutes” and a chart-topping album with Seasons Change earlier this year, but credits his marriage to Gabi Dugal as the
ABC/Image Group LAIt’s Christmas Eve in the Aldean household and Jason Aldean‘s youngest child opened one gift early. Jason’s wife, Brittany, shared their son Memphis‘ first Christmas gift with her Instagram followers and it’s bound to get some viewers dancing
Mark Horton/Getty ImagesU2‘s Bono and The Edge hit the streets of their hometown of Dublin, Ireland, Monday to perform along with some of their fellow Irish musicians to raise money for charities to help the city’s homeless
ABC/Image Group LAOld Dominion‘s 2018 was a career-defining year for the country band, who took home their first trophy for Vocal Group of the Year at the CMA Awards. In an interview with Billboard, frontman Matthew Ramsey says 2018 was
Credit: Trisha CampoAfter joining his old band mate Brian Wilson on a just-completed holiday tour, founding Beach Boys singer Al Jardine is set to mount his own solo trek that will bounce across the U.S. in the
Disney/Mark AshmanBrett Eldredge will take the stage on Christmas Day for a special performance as part of ABC’s Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade. The pre-taped broadcast, which airs 10 a.m.- noon p.m. ET Tuesday, was filmed at several
Eric Fehrenbacher/iStock(BUENA, N.J.) — The parents of the high school wrestler who was forced to cut his dreadlocks or forfeit a match say they’re overwhelmed by the support their son has received. Charles and Rosa Johnson released
Fort Collins Police Department(DENVER) — One Colorado police department is refusing to let a Grinch steal Christmas… or anything else, for that matter. Posting a surveillance video on its Facebook page, the Fort Collins Police is asking
ARKANSAS (AP) Last-minute lobbying by U.S. Sen. John Boozman led to the Senate passing a bill that aims to expand an area of natural public land in Arkansas, despite a partial government shutdown. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reports that
iStock/Sergey Gordienko(PANAMA CITY, Fla.) — Rex Clark and his wife, Carol, hunkered down in their Florida home during Hurricane Michael, only to have it be destroyed around them. The couple was left with nothing but the difficult
Photo by Chris Hollo for the Grand Ole OpryThe holidays came early for Mark Wills, who’s been asked to become the next member of the Grand Ole Opry. The ’90s country hitmaker was performing at the famed venue
Jeff Kravitz/Getty Images via ABCThe LGBTQ community has had no bigger supporter over the years than Madonna, so it’s no surprise that that Queen of Pop is joining them to mark the 50th anniversary of the event
ABC/Image Group LAChris Lane brought his girlfriend, Lauren Bushnell, home for the holidays and was swept off his feet while spending some time with her at the batting cages. While visiting family in his hometown of Kernersville, N.C., the
PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) Police in Pine Bluff say a 14-year-old boy remains in critical condition after he was shot while unlocking the front door of his grandmother’s home. Police said Monday that the boy was an “innocent
ABC/Image Group LALindsay Ell has spent much of 2018 on the road with Brad Paisley, Keith Urban and Sugarland, and now the country singer has returned home to Canada to celebrate the holidays with her family. While the “Criminal” singer has been sharing
ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban returned home to Australia for the holidays for some much deserved R&R. His wife, Nicole Kidman, had other plans, though. The country singer revealed on Instagram that Nicole asked him to play their Christmas Eve
Credit: Steve HocksteinIn 1977, The Kinks released their memorable classic-rock holiday song, “Father Christmas,” a wickedly funny and dark tune about a department store Santa Claus who gets mugged by a gang of poor kids who just
ABC/Image Group LAYou might say Santa came early for Jimmie Allen this year, as the newcomer notched a multiple-week #1 with his debut single, “Best Shot.” For the Delaware native, the holidays bring memories of Mercury Lane, the street where
Comstock/ThinkstockOn Christmas Eve 2016, this award-winning country artist said yes when fellow singer-songwriter Ruston Kelly proposed. Can you name her? ANSWER: Kacey Musgraves. Copyright © 2018, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
iStock/ChiccoDodiFC(NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas) — A Texas woman was pulled over with hundreds of allegedly stolen packages and envelopes crammed into her Jeep, according to local police. Officers in New Braunfels were called to the Caprock subdivision in
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) Authorities say a suspect has been arrested in a deadly shooting in a Springfield home. The Springfield News-Leader reports that 47-year-old Eugene Johnson was identified as the victim. He was killed early Sunday. Police initially
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) Authorities say eight people have been shot and wounded during a party in Springfield. The Springfield News-Leader reports that one woman is hospitalized in critical condition after gunfire erupted early Sunday. Police said in a
miflippo/iStock(OAKLAND, Calif.) — It appears Mike Fiers is staying put in Oakland. MLB.com reports the right-handed pitcher and the Oakland Athletics have agreed on a two-year contract that may be worth up to $15 million. The deal
anyaberkut/iStock(NEW YORK) — Millions of last-minute travelers are set to hit the roads, rails or skies on Monday, hoping to be home in time for Christmas Eve dinner. And, for some travelers, the conditions may actually be
ABC/Image Group LAHe’s gonna kiss her in the morning — for the rest of their lives. Carly Pearce has said “yes” to Michael Ray‘s proposal. The happy couple took to Instagram over the weekend to announce their
SEATTLE (AP) Russell Wilson threw a 2-yard pass to Ed Dickson with 7:31 left for his third touchdown strike, Chris Carson rushed for two scores, and the Seattle Seahawks clinched an NFC wild-card berth with a 38-31 victory
Jim McIsaac/Getty Images(LOS ANGELES) — LeBron James has apologized for a post he made on his Instagram account over the weekend referencing “Jewish money.” In the post to his Instagram Stories on Saturday, the Los Angeles Lakers
DE QUEEN, Ark. (AP) Some workers and community leaders have raised concerns about the financial viability of an Arkansas hospital amid late paychecks and recent layoffs. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reported Sunday that paychecks expected Dec. 14 weren’t distributed
