FBI agents plan a third day of digging Wednesday in suburban Detroit for the remains of former Teamsters union leader Jimmy Hoffa, who disappeared 38 years ago.
The excavation of a rural field in suburban Detroit has failed to turn up the remains of former Teamsters union leader Jimmy Hoffa, the FBI announced Wednesday, adding another unsuccessful chapter to a nearly 40-year-old...
The Taliban have claimed responsibility for an attack in Afghanistan that killed four U.S. troops just hours after the insurgent group announced it would hold talks with the Americans on finding a political solution...
Afghanistan's president said Wednesday he will not pursue peace talks with the Taliban unless the United States steps out of the negotiations, while also insisting the militant group stop its violent attacks on the...
Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:13 AM EDT2013-06-19 13:13:22 GMT
PARAGOULD, AR (KAIT) – A Paragould business has lost a semi truck after a fire on Tuesday night. According to the Paragould Fire Department, crews were called to Sunrise 7-Up Distributing on W. Kingshighway
A Paragould business has lost a semi truck after a fire on Tuesday night.
President Barack Obama's 26-hour whirlwind visit to Berlin caps three days of international summitry for the president, and marks his return to a place where he once summoned a throng of 200,000 to share his...
Trying to tamp down concerns about government over-reach, President Barack Obama on Wednesday defended U.S. Internet and phone surveillance programs as narrowly targeted efforts that have saved lives and thwarted at least 50...
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:39 AM EDT2013-06-19 10:39:22 GMT
Jurors are to hear opening statements in the manslaughter trial of a Little Rock police officer accused in the shooting death of a 15-year-old boy who was caught burglarizing cars at an apartment complex.
Jurors are to hear opening statements in the manslaughter trial of a Little Rock police officer accused in the shooting death of a 15-year-old boy who was caught burglarizing cars at an apartment complex.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:13 AM EDT2013-06-19 13:13:22 GMT
PARAGOULD, AR (KAIT) – A Paragould business has lost a semi truck after a fire on Tuesday night. According to the Paragould Fire Department, crews were called to Sunrise 7-Up Distributing on W. Kingshighway
A Paragould business has lost a semi truck after a fire on Tuesday night.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 8:42 PM EDT2013-06-19 00:42:48 GMT
SCOTT COUNTY, AR (KAIT)- The Arkansas Department of Health says one chicken in Scott County has tested positive for the Avian Flu. They add it poses no public health threat. The Arkansas Livestock and
The Arkansas Department of Health says one chicken in Scott County has tested positive for the Avian Flu. They add it poses no public health threat.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 8:24 PM EDT2013-06-19 00:24:57 GMT
PARAGOULD, AR (KAIT)- The roads have been a deadly place for the past few days here in Region 8. Tune in to Region 8 News at 6 and 10, Courtney Brown talks with an officer on what they've been dealing
The roads have been a deadly place for the past few days here in Region 8.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:52 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:52:41 GMT
INDEPENDENCE COUNTY, AR (KAIT) - The Independence County Library hopes to check out of its current location in downtown Batesville. The library board voted to allow the Independence County judge to begin
The Independence County Library hopes to check out of its current location in downtown Batesville.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:30 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:30:23 GMT
WYNNE, AR (KAIT)- Several businesses in Wynne are dealing with flooding Tuesday following heavy rains on Monday. Veronica Smith talks to a local business about their flooding problems and if conditions
Several businesses in Wynne are dealing with flooding Tuesday following heavy rains on Monday.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:32 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:32:42 GMT
NEW DETAILS: Former Carter County Sheriff Tommy Adams to appear in court on Wednesday to face State charges.
NEW DETAILS: According to the Jefferson County Circuit Court Office, former Carter County Sheriff Tommy Adams pleaded guilty Monday to distribution of a controlled substance with intent to distribute. A judge sentenced him to 12 years in prison.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:44 AM EDT2013-06-19 10:44:23 GMT
An Arkansas panel is reviewing the rules for enforcing a new state law that will require voters to show photo identification at the polls before they can cast a ballot.
An Arkansas panel is reviewing the rules for enforcing a new state law that will require voters to show photo identification at the polls before they can cast a ballot.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:39 AM EDT2013-06-19 10:39:22 GMT
Jurors are to hear opening statements in the manslaughter trial of a Little Rock police officer accused in the shooting death of a 15-year-old boy who was caught burglarizing cars at an apartment complex.
Jurors are to hear opening statements in the manslaughter trial of a Little Rock police officer accused in the shooting death of a 15-year-old boy who was caught burglarizing cars at an apartment complex.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:14 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:14:15 GMT
The defense team for a former Little Rock police officer charged with manslaughter in the shooting death of a burglary suspect is asking prospective jurors whether they've ever had to name a snap decision at work.
NEW DETAILS: A judge has replaced one of the 12 jurors selected at the trial of a former Little Rock police officer charged with manslaughter in the shooting death of a burglary suspect.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:17:59 GMT
LITTLE ROCK, AR (AP) - Gov. Mike Beebe has sent a letter to President Barack Obama requesting a major disaster declaration for 12 Arkansas counties that were affected by severe storms, tornadoes and floods
Gov. Mike Beebe has sent a letter to President Barack Obama requesting a major disaster declaration for 12 Arkansas counties that were affected by severe storms, tornadoes and floods beginning in late May.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:57 AM EDT2013-06-19 10:57:51 GMT
Missouri education officials are recommending that early childhood programs use a system developed in California to assess whether children are ready to enter school.
Missouri education officials are recommending that early childhood programs use a system developed in California to assess whether children are ready to enter school.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:32 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:32:42 GMT
NEW DETAILS: Former Carter County Sheriff Tommy Adams to appear in court on Wednesday to face State charges.
NEW DETAILS: According to the Jefferson County Circuit Court Office, former Carter County Sheriff Tommy Adams pleaded guilty Monday to distribution of a controlled substance with intent to distribute. A judge sentenced him to 12 years in prison.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 1:38 PM EDT2013-06-18 17:38:52 GMT
Heavy rain showers caused flash flooding in Cape Girardeau and Scott counties. Ameren Missouri reported close to 1,000 outages in southeast Missouri at one point.
Heavy rain showers caused flash flooding in Cape Girardeau and Scott counties. Ameren Missouri reported close to 1,000 outages in southeast Missouri at one point.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:16 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:16:47 GMT
Missouri Sen. Claire McCaskill says she is supporting a super political action committee encouraging Hillary Rodham Clinton to run for president in 2016.
Missouri Sen. Claire McCaskill says she is supporting a super political action committee encouraging Hillary Rodham Clinton to run for president in 2016.
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Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:07 AM EDT2013-06-19 09:07:31 GMT
JONESBORO (KAIT) - Bryan Harsin got a commitment Tuesday from his own backyard. Jonesboro High defensive tackle Chuks Ota tweeted "Just committed to Arkansas State! #howlyes #brickbybrick". Ota also considered
The defensive tackle also considered Arkansas, Auburn, Duke, Memphis, Ole Miss, and UAB.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:19 AM EDT2013-06-19 04:19:43 GMT
MIAMI (AP) - LeBron James shrugged off a poor start to get 32 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds, Ray Allen hit a 3-pointer with 5.2 seconds to play to force overtime and the Miami Heat staved off elimination
MIAMI (AP) - LeBron James shrugged off a poor start to get 32 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds, Ray Allen hit a 3-pointer with 5.2 seconds to play to force overtime and the Miami Heat staved off elimination
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:51 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:51:00 GMT
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Ryan Sweeney and Cody Ransom hit back-to-back homers in a four-run first inning and that was plenty for Jeff Samardzija, who pitched the Chicago Cubs over the St. Louis Cardinals 4-2 Tuesday
Chicago started fast against Adam Wainwright (10-4) and broke a five-game losing streak in St. Louis.
At a recent luncheon, KAIT and corporate sponsors honored four scholarship winners, along with the Teachers of the Month for 2012-13, and named the Teacher of the Year.
At a recent luncheon, KAIT and corporate sponsors honored four scholarship winners, along with the Teachers of the Month for 2012-13, and named the Teacher of the Year.
Sick time costs the economy $84 billion a year, according to a recent study. Some professions miss a lot more days than others.
Sick time costs the economy $84 billion a year, according to a recent study. Some professions miss a lot more days than others and not necessarily the ones you'd expect.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:13 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:13:28 GMT
A Region 8 couple apparently picked the wrong place to go parking. On Saturday afternoon, Cross County sheriff's deputy Wes Mason was on patrol at Village Creek State Park when he spotted a car at the
A Region 8 couple was arrested on meth charges after a deputy said he smelled a "very strong chemical odor" coming from their parked car.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:04 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:04:02 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - The Jonesboro City Council said no to rezoning a nearly 50 acre plot of land for multi-family use. Residents in the area are relieved to have the answer they say they've been praying
Residents in the Lexee and Keely Drive area of Jonesboro are relieved after an 8 to 4 vote against rezoning 50 acres in their 'backyard' to multifamily residential use.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 8:24 PM EDT2013-06-19 00:24:57 GMT
PARAGOULD, AR (KAIT)- The roads have been a deadly place for the past few days here in Region 8. Tune in to Region 8 News at 6 and 10, Courtney Brown talks with an officer on what they've been dealing
The roads have been a deadly place for the past few days here in Region 8.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:30 AM EDT2013-06-18 13:30:16 GMT
PARAGOULD, AR (KAIT) - A late night crash in Greene County results in the death of a Pemiscot County woman. Two children were also injured. According to Arkansas State Police, Sara Hill, 27 of Holland,
A late night crash in Greene County results in the death of a Pemiscot County woman. Two children were also injured.
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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Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.
Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.
Thailand's Buddhism body said it is monitoring monks nationwide for any inappropriate behavior after a video showed monks using luxurious personal items while flying on a private jet.
Thailand's Buddhism body said it is monitoring monks nationwide for any inappropriate behavior after a video showed monks using luxurious personal items while flying on a private jet.
A Portland, Ore., man whose cat had been missing since last year will soon be reunited with the well-traveled feline, courtesy of the transient who's been caring for her more than nine months.
A well-traveled cat named "Mata Hairi" will soon be reunited with her owner after spending nearly 10 months traveling thousands of miles with a hitchhiker who rescued her from the rain.
Four central Pennsylvania residents said they used only a rope and a flashlight during a wild chase to rescue a young bear whose head had been stuck in a plastic jar for at least 11 days.
Four central Pennsylvania residents said they used only a rope and a flashlight during a wild chase to rescue a young bear whose head had been stuck in a plastic jar for at least 11 days.
Award-winning chef Charlie Trotter is being sued by two New York wine collectors who say he sold them a bottle of wine for more than $46,000 that wasn't what it said on the label.
Award-winning chef Charlie Trotter is being sued by two New York wine collectors who say he sold them a bottle of wine for more than $46,000 that wasn't what it said on the label.
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