Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:16 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:16:09 GMT
A Qulin couple was hospitalized Wednesday morning after their car collided with a road grader. The crash happened just after 6:30 a.m. on Highway N at Butler County Road 243. Click here for complete
A Qulin couple was hospitalized Wednesday morning after their car collided with a road grader.
The federal government is spending less and less on preventing wildfires even as the nation endures increasingly destructive blazes.
As the West battles one catastrophic wildfire after another, the federal government is spending less and less on its main program for preventing blazes in the first place.
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.
Beneath a swimming pool, under a horse farm and now a weed-grown field north of Detroit. For at least the third time in a decade, FBI agents grabbed shovels and combed through dirt and mud in the search for Jimmy Hoffa's...
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...
Hopes dimmed for talks aimed at ending the Afghan war when an angry President Hamid Karzai on Wednesday suspended security negotiations with the U.S. and scuttled a peace delegation to the Taliban, sending American officials...
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:04 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:04:15 GMT
A Newport man died Wednesday morning in a car crash near Bolivar, Missouri. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 38-year-old Frank M. Cameron was northbound on... Click here for the full
A Newport man was killed Wednesday morning in a single-vehicle crash in Missouri.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:48 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:48:01 GMT
Jonesboro police say a teen has confessed to breaking into at least 48 vehicles. Early Monday morning the 16-year-old suspect, who was not identified because of his age, was spotted checking the doors
Jonesboro police say a teen confessed to nearly 50 car break-ins.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:20 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:20:08 GMT
A Missouri Senate committee plans to study the state's construction needs while the House will create two panels to focus on the Medicaid program for the poor.
A Missouri Senate committee plans to study the state's construction needs while the House will create two panels to focus on the Medicaid program for the poor.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:19 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:19:15 GMT
Do you recognize this man? If so, call Jonesboro police at (870) 935-5553 or CrimeStoppers at 935-STOP immediately. He's suspected in a rash of commercial burglaries on Tuesday. According to police,
Do you recognize this man? If so, call Jonesboro police at (870) 935-5553 or CrimeStoppers at 935-STOP immediately.
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.
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Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:35 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:35:23 GMT
TRUMANN, AR (KAIT)- Bullying by a sibling can be just as damaging as bullying by a classmate, according to a new study. The study links bullying by a sibling to increased depression, anxiety and anger. Veronica
Bullying by a sibling can be just as damaging as bullying by a classmate, according to a new study.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:16 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:16:09 GMT
A Qulin couple was hospitalized Wednesday morning after their car collided with a road grader. The crash happened just after 6:30 a.m. on Highway N at Butler County Road 243. Click here for complete
A Qulin couple was hospitalized Wednesday morning after their car collided with a road grader.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:31 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:31:57 GMT
KENNETT, MO (KAIT) – Kennett Mayor Jake Crafton has signed an agreement for the city to lease the ACS building to Three Rivers Community College. The building was purchased by the city and considered
Kennett Mayor Jake Crafton has signed an agreement for the city to lease the ACS building to Three Rivers Community College.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 2:54 PM EDT2013-06-19 18:54:05 GMT
NEWPORT, AR (KAIT) - The need is widening for doctors and other medical professionals in rural areas, so Harris Hospital and UAMS Northeast are trying to prepare students to meet those demands. Harris
The need is widening for doctors and other medical professionals in rural areas, so Harris Hospital and UAMS Northeast are trying to prepare students to meet those demands.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 2:41 PM EDT2013-06-19 18:41:27 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) – According to the CDC, the amount of Americans who smoke has gone down to eighteen percent. Courtney Brown dug deeper into the statistic and spoke with a local program that helps
According to the CDC, the amount of Americans who smoke has gone down to eighteen percent.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:19 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:19:15 GMT
Do you recognize this man? If so, call Jonesboro police at (870) 935-5553 or CrimeStoppers at 935-STOP immediately. He's suspected in a rash of commercial burglaries on Tuesday. According to police,
Do you recognize this man? If so, call Jonesboro police at (870) 935-5553 or CrimeStoppers at 935-STOP immediately.
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.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:20 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:20:08 GMT
A Missouri Senate committee plans to study the state's construction needs while the House will create two panels to focus on the Medicaid program for the poor.
A Missouri Senate committee plans to study the state's construction needs while the House will create two panels to focus on the Medicaid program for the poor.
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.
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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.
Here's a look at some vacation destinations and roadside attractions - some quirky, others rooted in nature and history - that are truly all American.
Pack up the car and channel your inner Clark Griswold for a summer vacation steeped in Americana. Here's a look at some vacation destinations and roadside attractions - some quirky, others rooted in nature and history - that are truly all American.
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.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:19 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:19:15 GMT
Do you recognize this man? If so, call Jonesboro police at (870) 935-5553 or CrimeStoppers at 935-STOP immediately. He's suspected in a rash of commercial burglaries on Tuesday. According to police,
Do you recognize this man? If so, call Jonesboro police at (870) 935-5553 or CrimeStoppers at 935-STOP immediately.
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.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:48 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:48:01 GMT
Jonesboro police say a teen has confessed to breaking into at least 48 vehicles. Early Monday morning the 16-year-old suspect, who was not identified because of his age, was spotted checking the doors
Jonesboro police say a teen confessed to nearly 50 car break-ins.
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.
Beneath a swimming pool, under a horse farm and now a weed-grown field north of Detroit. For at least the third time in a decade, FBI agents grabbed shovels and combed through dirt and mud in the search for Jimmy Hoffa's...
Skeptics who have long theorized the plane brought down by sinister forces will get a fresh surge of support when a new documentary attempts to disprove that the crash was accidental.
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.
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.