Sunday, May 26 2013 9:32 PM EDT2013-05-27 01:32:41 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - This Memorial Day weekend State Troopers and other police departments are making sure all drivers are being responsible. "We do increase enforcement efforts because we expect additional
This Memorial Day weekend state troopers and other police departments are making sure all drivers are being responsible.
Sunday, May 26 2013 9:22 PM EDT2013-05-27 01:22:28 GMT
CRAIGHEAD COUNTY, AR (KAIT) – While many were at the lake or grilling this Memorial Day weekend, people in Region 8 gathered Sunday morning to honor fallen soldiers.
While many were at the lake or grilling this Memorial Day weekend, people in Region 8 gathered Sunday morning to honor fallen soldiers.
Saturday, May 25 2013 7:50 PM EDT2013-05-25 23:50:29 GMT
WALNUT RIDGE, AR (KAIT)- The Walnut Ridge community celebrated the life of 14-year old Sidney Randall who went missing on March 99th and was found on May 18th in the Black River. The Walnut Ridge High
The Walnut Ridge community celebrated the life of 14-year old Sydney Randall with a memorial service at the Walnut Ridge High School gym.
Friday, May 24 2013 11:20 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:20:43 GMT
These two have lots of plans now that school is out. "Going out to my Grandma Cricket's and seeing my big brother a lot." Cason and Noah Stinson were visiting Crowley's Ridge Nature Center where they
In 2012, more than 900 cases of tick-related illnesses were reported.
Friday, May 24 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-05-24 23:20:30 GMT
BLACK ROCK, AR (KAIT) – Drivers have likely noticed a lot of construction recently beside the Black River bridge at Black Rock. Walter McMillan, the Arkansas Highway & Transportation Department's district
Some local drivers have feared that a bridge collapse like the one in Washington State this week could happen closer to home. People have been particularly fearful of the aging Black River Bridge that connects Black Rock and Portia on U.S. 63 in Lawrence County.
Friday, May 24 2013 6:04 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:04:19 GMT
JONESBORO,AR (KAIT)- As the school year comes to an end the summer activities begin. A recent study finds a large majority of parents are worried that electronic devices are interfering with traditional
A recent study finds a large majority of parents are worried that electronic devices are interfering with traditional family activities, including swimming and can lead to potential negative health and social problems.
Friday, May 24 2013 1:49 PM EDT2013-05-24 17:49:33 GMT
Poplar Bluff police are searching for a man they say hit his wheelchair-bound wife then set fire to her apartment. On Thursday officers were called to the Hillcrest Apartments, located in the 400-block
Poplar Bluff police are searching for a man they say hit his wheelchair-bound wife then set fire to her apartment.
Friday, May 24 2013 1:38 PM EDT2013-05-24 17:38:19 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT)- Several groups around Jonesboro are coming together to collect items for Oklahoma tornado victims. Jonesboro churches and local businesses have set up drop boxes and are asking people
Several groups around Jonesboro are coming together to collect items for Oklahoma tornado victims.
Saturday, May 25 2013 4:21 PM EDT2013-05-25 20:21:09 GMT
The US Geological Survey has recorded several small earthquakes in the Morrilton area about 50 miles west of Little Rock.
The USGS reports eight earthquakes ranging in magnitude from 1.5 to 2.4 between shortly before 10:30 p.m. Friday and 7:30 a.m. Saturday in the area northeast of Morrilton.
Friday, May 24 2013 11:24 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:24:55 GMT
JACKSON COUNTY, AR (KAIT) – The Arkansas State Police is investigating allegations of theft at the Jackson County Circuit Clerk's Office. Lt. Brant Tosh confirmed that ASP began looking into these allegations
Lt. Brant Tosh confirmed that ASP began looking into these allegations last week upon the request of Henry Boyce, the Prosecuting Attorney for the state's Third Judicial District.
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:44 AM EDT2013-05-23 10:44:22 GMT
Arkansas' two largest university systems are considering proposals to opt out of a new state law allowing faculty and staff to carry concealed handguns on campus.
Arkansas' two largest university systems are considering proposals to opt out of a new state law allowing faculty and staff to carry concealed handguns on campus.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:53 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:53:57 GMT
A restitution hearing is slated to get underway in the case of a former Arkansas legislator convicted of conspiracy to commit election fraud.
NEW DETAILS: Two men who pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge in an election fraud case involving a former east Arkansas lawmaker have been sentenced to home confinement and probation.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:00 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:00:54 GMT
Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe said he hopes to name a replacement in the next several days for the state treasurer, who resigned over accusations she took cash bribes from a bond broker.
Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe said he hopes to name a replacement in the next several days for the state treasurer, who resigned over accusations she took cash bribes from a bond broker.
Sunday, May 26 2013 1:28 PM EDT2013-05-26 17:28:27 GMT
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating after a massive train collision brought down an overpass in Scott County near Rockview, Missouri.
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating after a massive train collision brought down an overpass in Scott County near Rockview, Missouri.
Friday, May 24 2013 1:49 PM EDT2013-05-24 17:49:33 GMT
Poplar Bluff police are searching for a man they say hit his wheelchair-bound wife then set fire to her apartment. On Thursday officers were called to the Hillcrest Apartments, located in the 400-block
Poplar Bluff police are searching for a man they say hit his wheelchair-bound wife then set fire to her apartment.
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:13 PM EDT2013-05-24 01:13:27 GMT
Jonesboro-- What would you do if death met you at the door tomorrow? If the next phone call you get is to inform you that your husband, your son or daughter is dying. Those moments in pain, which sear
Times of significant loss sometimes teach us the most about life. Bob and Rachel Marler seemed to have the perfect life--a young family, healthy children and good jobs. But, on one morning, their lives were changed forever. Yet, that's not the most important part of the story. It's all about the "gift" that came from their tragedy.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:44 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:44:38 GMT
Kennett police are asking for the public's help in solving an armed robbery. Just before 2 a.m. Wednesday two men robbed the Taco Bell located on Independence Avenue... Click here for the full story
Kennett police are asking for the public's help in solving an armed robbery.
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Sunday, May 26 2013 10:17 PM EDT2013-05-27 02:17:56 GMT
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Matt Carpenter drove in the go-ahead run with an infield single and Pete Kozma hit a three-run double against Clayton Kershaw, leading the St. Louis Cardinals to a 5-3 victory over the
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Matt Carpenter drove in the go-ahead run with an infield single and Pete Kozma hit a three-run double against Clayton Kershaw, leading the St. Louis Cardinals to a 5-3 victory over the
Sunday, May 26 2013 10:16 PM EDT2013-05-27 02:16:41 GMT
CONCORD, NC (AP) - Charlotte Motor Speedway says 10 fans were injured Sunday at the Coca-Cola 600 and three were taken to the hospital when a nylon rope supporting a FOX Sports overhead television camera
CONCORD, NC (AP) - Charlotte Motor Speedway says 10 fans were injured Sunday at the Coca-Cola 600 and three were taken to the hospital when a nylon rope supporting a FOX Sports overhead television camera
Sunday, May 26 2013 10:13 PM EDT2013-05-27 02:13:23 GMT
OMAHA, NE (AP) - For the third straight year, five Atlantic Coast Conference schools will open the NCAA Division I baseball tournament at home. Florida State, North Carolina, North Carolina State,
OMAHA, NE (AP) - For the third straight year, five Atlantic Coast Conference schools will open the NCAA Division I baseball tournament at home. Florida State, North Carolina, North Carolina State,
Sunday, May 26 2013 10:09 PM EDT2013-05-27 02:09:12 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (ASU) — Arkansas State seniors Alex Potts and John Koch were named to the 2013 Sun Belt Conference All-Tournament team, which was announced at the conclusion of Sunday's championship game. Potts
Arkansas State seniors Alex Potts and John Koch were named to the 2013 Sun Belt Conference All-Tournament team, which was announced at the conclusion of Sunday's championship game.
Sunday, May 26 2013 10:07 PM EDT2013-05-27 02:07:23 GMT
LAFAYETTE, La. - Fourth-seeded Florida Atlantic walked away from the 2013 Sun Belt Conference Baseball Tournament with the program's first-ever tournament title as the Owls defeated third-seeded Louisiana-Lafayette,
LAFAYETTE, La. - Fourth-seeded Florida Atlantic walked away from the 2013 Sun Belt Conference Baseball Tournament with the program's first-ever tournament title as the Owls defeated third-seeded Louisiana-Lafayette,
Sunday, May 26 2013 10:04 PM EDT2013-05-27 02:04:54 GMT
Columbus, GA (WBC) – The Williams Baptist College softball squad won its opening game of the 2013 NAIA National Championship round over Lee University Friday evening. The victory advanced the Lady Eagles
Columbus, GA (WBC) – The Williams Baptist College softball squad won its opening game of the 2013 NAIA National Championship round over Lee University Friday evening. The victory advanced the Lady Eagles
Saturday, May 25 2013 3:04 PM EDT2013-05-25 19:04:59 GMT
LAFAYETTE, La. (AStateRedWolves.com) — Arkansas State scored two runs in the top of the ninth inning, but fell one short of completing the comeback in a 5-4 loss to Florida Atlantic Saturday morning in
Florida Atlantic beat the Red Wolves 5-4. ASU trailed 5-2 entering the 9th inning. They finish the 2013 season 28-31.
Friday, May 24 2013 8:24 PM EDT2013-05-25 00:24:14 GMT
LAFAYETTE, La. (SunBeltSports.org) – Eighth-seeded Arkansas State kept its season going with a 3-2 victory over top-seeded Troy on Friday in an elimination game at the 2013 Sun Belt Conference Baseball
Collin Massanelli had a go-ahead RBI single in the 6th. The Red Wolves have to beat Florida Atlantic twice to advance to the Sun Belt Championship Game.
Friday, May 24 2013 3:15 PM EDT2013-05-24 19:15:22 GMT
FORREST CITY, AR (KAIT) - It looks like there will be another addition in the Forrest City/Razorback pipeline. Mustang junior Trey Thompson has verbally committed to the Razorbacks. The 6'10" center was
The 6'10" center was also being recruited by Memphis and Mississippi State. Thompson was a 5A finalist for the 2013 Fastbreak Superteam.
The 1039th Eng. Company of the Arkansas Army National Guard's 875th Eng. Battalion is back after a tour in Afghanistan clearing the roadways of improvised explosive devices (IEDs), making clear passage for others.
The 1039th Eng. Company of the Arkansas Army National Guard's 875th Eng. Battalion is back home after a tour in Afghanistan clearing the roadways of improvised explosive devices (IEDs), making clear passage for others.
Saturday, May 25 2013 7:50 PM EDT2013-05-25 23:50:29 GMT
WALNUT RIDGE, AR (KAIT)- The Walnut Ridge community celebrated the life of 14-year old Sidney Randall who went missing on March 99th and was found on May 18th in the Black River. The Walnut Ridge High
The Walnut Ridge community celebrated the life of 14-year old Sydney Randall with a memorial service at the Walnut Ridge High School gym.
One evening last Labor Day weekend, 15-year-old Audrie Pott headed to a friend's house. Unbeknownst to their parents, the girls planned to party.
One evening last Labor Day weekend, 15-year-old Audrie Pott walked up the driveway of a classmate's home alongside other teenagers. She'd told her parents she was spending the night with a friend. The friend claimed...
Sunday, May 26 2013 9:10 AM EDT2013-05-26 13:10:52 GMT
FORT SMITH, Ark. (AP) - Drought that began in 2011 is damaging and killing oak trees in western Arkansas and a state extension agent says the effects will likely continue. Sebastian County Extension Staff
Drought that began in 2011 is damaging and killing oak trees in western Arkansas and a state extension agent says the effects will likely continue.
Sunday, May 26 2013 4:38 AM EDT2013-05-26 08:38:30 GMT
SAN ANTONIO (WOAI/CNN) - Two people are dead in San Antonio, TX after severe flooding hit the area. Many were swept away by the rushing waters. Emergency crews spent many hours rescuing drivers who became
Two people are dead in San Antonio, TX after severe flooding hit the area.
Sunday, May 26 2013 1:28 PM EDT2013-05-26 17:28:27 GMT
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating after a massive train collision brought down an overpass in Scott County near Rockview, Missouri.
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating after a massive train collision brought down an overpass in Scott County near Rockview, Missouri.
KAIT and corporate sponsors award scholarships to top high school seniors! Find all participating Region 8 valedictorians listed here, as seen on KAIT-TV.
KAIT and corporate sponsors award scholarships to high school seniors at the top of their class! Find all participating Region 8 valedictorians listed here, as seen on KAIT-TV!
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Sunday, May 26 2013 1:46 AM EDT2013-05-26 05:46:03 GMT
DELAND, FL (CENTRAL FLORIDA NEWS 13/CNN) - A 98-year-old man spent his Saturday jumping out of a plane. Don Sugg was skydiving for charity in a fundraising event for a shelter that helps other homeless
Don Sugg, 98, was skydiving for charity in a fundraising event for a shelter that helps other homeless charities.
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:28 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:28:37 GMT
KATHMANDU, NEPAL (CNN) - The next time you think you're too old to try something, think again. An 80-year-old Japanese man became the oldest person to reach the top of Mt. Everest Thursday, officials
The oldest man to ever reach the summit of Mt. Everest has done it twice before.
Working moms with young children may be always strapped for time, energy and money. But Gwyneth Paltrow has a solution that worked for her — and might work for you: modeling.
Working moms with young children may be always strapped for time, energy and money. But Gwyneth Paltrow has a solution that worked for her — and might work for you: modeling.
A man who wears thong underwear and a cape while riding his scooter through Wisconsin's capital city may be a strange sight. But police say he isn't breaking any laws.
A man who wears thong underwear and a cape while riding his scooter through Wisconsin's capital city may be a strange sight. But police say he isn't breaking any laws.
Dan Brown's description of Manila as "the gates of hell" in the American novelist's latest book has not gone down well with officials in the Philippine capital.
Dan Brown's description of Manila as "the gates of hell" in the American novelist's latest book has not gone down well with officials in the Philippine capital.
A man wanted for 13 years on attempted murder charges in Los Angeles was captured in Colorado after someone called police to report he was urinating on a wall outside a KFC restaurant.
A man wanted for 13 years on attempted murder charges in Los Angeles was captured in Colorado after someone called police to report he was urinating on a wall outside a KFC restaurant.
A goat believed to have escaped en route to a slaughterhouse snarled the morning commute along one of the busiest roadways in northern New Jersey on Tuesday, leading police on a nearly two-hour chase.
A goat believed to have escaped en route to a slaughterhouse snarled the morning commute along one of the busiest roadways in northern New Jersey on Tuesday, leading police on a nearly two-hour chase.