Saturday, May 18 2013 8:44 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:44:31 GMT
BLYTHEVILLE, AR (KAIT)- A Blytheville police officer was involved in a shooting early Saturday morning, according to Police Chief Ross Thompson, where at least one has died. Chief Thompson says the shooting
A Blytheville police officer was involved in a shooting early Saturday morning, according to Police Chief Ross Thompson, where at least one person has died.
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:34 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:34:35 GMT
LAWRENCE COUNTY, AR (KAIT) - Lawrence County Sheriff Jody Dotson has confirmed the body of a young female has been found in the Black River near the Lawrence/Randolph County line. We have a crew on
Lawrence County Sheriff Jody Dotson has confirmed the body of a young female has been found in the Black River near the Lawrence/Randolph County line.
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:00 AM EDT2013-05-18 13:00:10 GMT
(HealthDay News) - There are apps that turn your smartphone into a metal detector, a musical instrument and a GPS system, and now there's an app that may help doctors save your life if you're having a
There are apps that turn your smartphone into a metal detector, a musical instrument and a GPS system, and now there's an app that may help doctors save your life if you're having a heart attack.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:48 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:48:20 GMT
WEINER, AR (KAIT) - The Weiner High School Class of 2013 graduates this evening. As family and friends gather to celebrate students' achievements, they will also be watching what could be the last class
The Weiner High School Class of 2013 graduates this evening.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:40 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:40:14 GMT
POCAHONTAS, AR (KAIT) - With summer drawing near, Region 8 residents will soon be enjoying the local rivers and lakes. However, with the summer months, come the possibility of drownings. The Pocahontas
The Pocahontas Fire Department recently became black water dive team certified and this weekend, they'll be training for a situation they hope they never encounter.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:00 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:00:20 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - Officials with the Jonesboro Police Department say they track crime trends weekly. While the department saw a drop in some crimes, another trend is concerning police. "Without
Region 8 News investigates the crime numbers for the city of Jonesboro. From January to April of 2013, Jonesboro Police dealt with 17 aggravated robberies in the city.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:36:30 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - Never say you're too old to do anything. Gracie Presley of Jonesboro turned 89 years old this year and is working to earn her GED. Presley never completed high school but is
Gracie Presley of Jonesboro turned 89 years old this year and is working to earn her GED.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:12 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:12:55 GMT
WYNNE, AR (KAIT)- The Cross County Boys and Girls Club mentoring program has come a full circle. Many teens in the program will graduate Friday after spending four years in the mentoring program. Veronica
The Cross County Boys and Girls Club mentoring program has come a full circle.
Friday, May 17 2013 4:00 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:00:46 GMT
Two teenage boys were arrested Friday morning after police say they damaged several vendor trailers set up at the Loose Caboose Festival. Click here to read the full story.
Two teenage boys were arrested Friday morning after police say they damaged several vendor trailers set up at the Loose Caboose Festival.
Friday, May 17 2013 3:43 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:43:38 GMT
JEFFERSON CITY, MO (AP) - State employees in Missouri could keep firearms in their vehicles on state property under a bill sent to Gov. Jay Nixon. The measure would allow state workers to have a firearm
State employees in Missouri could keep firearms in their vehicles on state property under a bill sent to Gov. Jay Nixon. The measure would allow state workers to have a firearm in a car if the vehicle is locked and the gun is not in plain sight.
Friday, May 17 2013 3:30 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:30:32 GMT
A family of five managed to escape their burning home safely Thursday morning. Now investigators believe the fire was deliberately set. Click here for the full story.
Investigators believe an early morning fire that may have been deliberately set.
Friday, May 17 2013 3:04 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:04:54 GMT
Early Friday morning someone broke into a Jonesboro restaurant. Police believe that someone may have been a woman. Around 4:13 a.m. officers responded to an alarm call at El Acapulco, 1701 E. Highland. Click
Jonesboro police say a woman may have burglarized a local restaurant early Friday morning.
Friday, May 17 2013 1:07 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:07:14 GMT
NORFORK, AR (KAIT)- A man was arrested in Norfork after Baxter County deputies got reports of suspicious activity, possibly theft, at some mini storage units in Salesville. Baxter County Sheriff, John
A man was arrested in Norfork after Baxter County deputies got reports of suspicious activity, possibly theft, at some mini storage units in Salesville.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:24 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:24:04 GMT
A Region 8 man visiting a friend in jail wound up behind bars himself. Joseph Bailey, 21, of Wynne was arrested Tuesday on charges of... Click here for the full story.
A man visiting a friend in jail earlier this week wound up behind bars himself on drug charges.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:06 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:06:09 GMT
Lawrence County Sheriff Jody Dotson says a woman stopped for a traffic violation didn't have any proof of insurance. But, he says she did have a pipe and a baggie of meth. On Thursday, May 16... Click
Lawrence County Sheriff Jody Dotson says a woman didn't have proof of insurance when she was stopped; but, he says she did have meth in her car.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:22 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:22:11 GMT
CARAWAY, AR (KAIT) – A group of Caraway residents has started a campaign to raise funds to build a veterans monument. Shirley Redding says the committee has raised about $1,400 of the estimated $16,000
A group of Caraway residents has started a campaign to raise funds to build a veterans monument.
Thursday, May 16 2013 10:50 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:50:07 GMT
ASH FLAT, AR (KAIT) – Love has a tendency to find people when they least expect it. For Becky and Greg Foreman, they found each other and fell in love after going through separate tragedies in their lives. The
The Foremans say they have finally reached what they consider to be their ‘happily ever after,' but getting there was no fairy tale.
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:25 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:25:09 GMT
BLYTHEVILLE, AR (KAIT) - Blytheville Fire Department responded to a call Saturday night that two vacant buildings at the Aeroplex had caught fire. When fire-fighters arrived on scene, a third building
Blytheville Fire Department responded to a call Saturday night that two vacant buildings at the Aeroplex had caught fire.
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:26 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:26:04 GMT
BATESVILLE, AR (KAIT)- According to the CDC, 66 percent of Arkansans are overweight, but there may be hope at one Region 8 school who has incorporated health and wellness into their curriculum. Eagle
According to the CDC, 66 percent of Arkansans are overweight, but there may be hope at one Region 8 school who has incorporated health and wellness into their curriculum.
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:17:35 GMT
If you are a Civil War historian, this is a must see. The Bloomfield Civil War Cemetery is lactated on County Road 517 in beautiful Stoddard County near Bloomfield, Missouri.
If you are a Civil War historian, this historic site is a must see. The Bloomfield Civil War Cemetery is lactated on County Road 517 in beautiful Stoddard County near Bloomfield, Missouri.
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:16 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:16:57 GMT
A new study has found that natural gas drilling, or fracking, hasn't contaminated drinking water wells in Arkansas. But researchers say the geology there is more of a natural barrier to pollution than in other...
A new study has found that natural gas drilling, or fracking, hasn't contaminated drinking water wells in Arkansas.
Thursday, May 16 2013 4:05 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:05:00 GMT
The Missouri State Highway Patrol says a Campbell man was under the influence of drugs when he crashed his car. The crash happened around 7:30 Wednesday night on Highway J, 5 miles west of Malden. Click
The Missouri State Highway Patrol says a Campbell man was under the influence of drugs when he crashed his car.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:49 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:49:06 GMT
NEWPORT, AR (KAIT) – A math competition has added up to be a great success at Newport Elementary School. The school honored more than 200 students during an assembly Thursday for competing in the third
The school honored more than 200 students during an assembly Thursday for competing in the third annual Math Marathon.
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:16 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:16:46 GMT
A Puxico woman accused of murdering her husband was in court on Thursday morning. Victoria Isaac's arraignment was 9 a.m. in Stoddard County. She is facing first degree murder charges.
A Puxico woman accused of murdering her husband was in court on Thursday morning. Victoria Isaac's arraignment was 9 a.m. in Stoddard County. She is facing first degree murder charges.
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:08 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:08:50 GMT
Sorry, wrong number. That's what a 35-year-old Walnut Ridge man probably would like to say after he was arrested Wednesday for trying to sell prescription drugs to the wrong person. A concerned citizen
Text sent to the wrong person lands a "zanned out" Lawrence County man behind bars.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:48 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:48:28 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - Nearly 100 soldiers have returned home from Afghanistan today. For Specialist Josh Smothers coming home is special because he finally gets to see his baby girl for the first time. Courtney
For Specialist Josh Smothers coming home is special because he finally gets to see his baby girl for the first time.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:42 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:42:21 GMT
A sex offender wanted in Missouri has been found living in Lawrence County. On Wednesday, sheriff's deputies arrested Jerry F. Smith at a home in Portia. Click here for the full story.
A convicted child rapist wanted in Missouri was arrested Wednesday at a home in Portia.
More than 2,000 people in southern China unfurled banners and shouted "Protest! Protest!" on Thursday to oppose plans for a petroleum refinery, in a large environmental rally that local authorities allowed to go...
More than 2,000 people in southern China unfurled banners and shouted "Protest! Protest!" on Thursday to oppose plans for a petroleum refinery, in a large environmental rally that local authorities allowed to go forward in...
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:35 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:35:37 GMT
POCAHONTAS, AR (KAIT) – The City of Pocahontas may soon have a new water park. The city is working to inform its residents about the facility that, if voted for, would replace the current pool that's
The City of Pocahontas may soon have a new water park.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:55 PM EDT2013-05-15 23:55:34 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) – The 1039th Engineer Company of the Arkansas Army National Guard's 875th Engineer Battalion is back home in Region 8. Region 8 News has multiple crews at the homecoming and will
The 1039th Engineer Company of the Arkansas Army National Guard's 875th Engineer Battalion is back home in Region 8.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:19 PM EDT2013-05-15 23:19:45 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - The 1039th is back on American soil, but what awaits them? Will DuPree talks with the Beck Pride Center about what they do to help returning soldiers readjust to civilian life,
The 1039th Engineer Company of the Arkansas Army National Guard's 875th Engineer Battalion may be back on American soil now, but returning home can be a difficult transition. There are luckily a number of resources available locally to help the soldiers adjust to civilian life again.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:53 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:53:50 GMT
BAY, AR (KAIT) – The final Teacher of the Month for the 2012-20113 school year has spent her entire life in Region 8. Mrs. Amanda Grisham, who teaches 3rd grade at Bay Elementary School, grew up in the
The final Teacher of the Month for the 2012-20113 school year has spent her entire life in Region 8. Mrs. Amanda Grisham, who teaches 3rd grade at Bay Elementary School, grew up in the Jonesboro area and graduated at Nettleton High School before pursuing a degree at Arkansas State University. After college, she got her first job as a teacher in Craighead County.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:46 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:46:56 GMT
Do you recognize this man? If so, call the Independence County Sheriff's Department immediately. He's a suspect in an armed robbery Tuesday evening in downtown Batesville. Click here for the full s
NEW DETAILS: The Independence County Sheriff's Department has arrested a man they say robbed a store at knife point. Investigators couldn't release many details about the arrest, but did tell Region 8 News that the man in the surveillance video has been caught.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:27 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:27:36 GMT
PARAGOULD, AR (KAIT)- Former Congressman Asa Hutchinson addressed the Paragould Rotary Club Wednesday regarding his National School Shield Task Force plan after the tragedy at Newtown Elementary School. Veronica
Former Arkansas Congressman Asa Hutchinson addressed the Paragould Rotary Club Wednesday regarding his National School Shield Task Force plan after the tragedy at Newtown Elementary School.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:21 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:21:56 GMT
A lawsuit challenging Arkansas' new law banning most abortions after 12 weeks of pregnancy has been assigned to a new federal judge.
NEW DETAILS: A federal judge has rejected Arkansas' attempt to dismiss a lawsuit challenging a new state law banning most abortions 12 weeks into a pregnancy.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:06 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:06:07 GMT
LITTLE ROCK, AR (AP) - The Arkansas Department of Correction says a pharmaceutical company has closed its account after the state last month acknowledged plans to use its anti-seizure drug phenobarbital
The Arkansas Department of Correction says a pharmaceutical company has closed its account after the state last month acknowledged plans to use its anti-seizure drug phenobarbital in executions.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 1:28 PM EDT2013-05-15 17:28:40 GMT
A Poplar Bluff woman injured in a crash early Sunday morning has died. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 31-year-old Rebecca S. Berry died Monday after being airlifted to Barnes-Jewish
A Region 8 woman injured in a head-on collision Sunday morning later died at a St. Louis hospital.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:54 AM EDT2013-05-15 15:54:57 GMT
Whoever broke into a vision care clinic earlier this week was apparently looking for just one thing. Around 11 p.m. Monday night Jonesboro police were called to Invision Eye Care, 2704 Alexander Dr. Click
Region 8 News has learned new details in the Monday night break-in at a local vision care center.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:41 AM EDT2013-05-15 15:41:51 GMT
JONESBORO, Ark. (AP) - Arkansas State University is warning Bill Halter that it owns the trademark to the "Arkansas Promise Scholarship" and says the Democrat needs to stop using a similar phrase in his
Arkansas State University is warning Bill Halter that it owns the trademark to the "Arkansas Promise Scholarship" and says the Democrat needs to stop using a similar phrase in his campaign for governor.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:51 AM EDT2013-05-15 10:51:33 GMT
A former assistant publisher of The Jonesboro Sun - whose father was publisher of the long-time family-owned newspaper - has died at his home in Louisiana.
A former assistant publisher of The Jonesboro Sun - whose father was publisher of the long-time family-owned newspaper - has died at his home in Louisiana.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:30 AM EDT2013-05-15 10:30:45 GMT
CARUTHERSVILLE, MO (KAIT)- Caruthersville Police say a man was found with a single gunshot wound in his car at 9:50 p.m. Friday. Caruthersville Police officers initially responded to a car accident in
NEW DETAILS: According to the Caruthersville Police Department, 36-year-old Tyrone Tilson, 21-year-old Dedrick Tilson, and 27-year-old Frank Rogers Jr., have been charged with 1st degree murder and armed criminal action in the murder of Rodney Maxwell.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:19 AM EDT2013-05-15 10:19:07 GMT
FORREST CITY, AR (KAIT)- Weed and paraphernalia were found in Forrest City after the Forrest City Police Department executed a search warrant. Two people were arrested in connection to the search. A search
Weed and paraphernalia were found in Forrest City after the Forrest City Police Department executed a search warrant. Two people were arrested in connection to the search.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:50 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:50:12 GMT
UNDATED (KAIT) - Let's face it. The cost of living in the U.S. is expensive and isn't getting any cheaper. To save money and pool resources we found many people have found new creative ways to put a very
Let's face it. The cost of living in the U.S. is expensive and isn't getting any cheaper. To save money and pool resources we found many people have found new creative ways to put a very nice roof over their heads.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:46 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:46:37 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - With a unanimous vote, the National Transportation Safety Board recommended that states lower their legal Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) level from .08 to .05. Currently, all 50 states
With a unanimous vote, the National Transportation Safety Board recommended that states lower their legal Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) level from .08 to .05.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:32 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:32:13 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - Actress Angelina Jolie announced that she had a preventive double mastectomy, which came after learning she has a gene that increased her risk of developing breast cancer. Her
Actress Angelina Jolie announced that she had a preventive double mastectomy, which came after learning she has a gene that increased her risk of developing breast cancer.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:16 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:16:52 GMT
MARKED TREE, AR (KAIT) – The 1039th Engineer Company of the Arkansas Army National Guard's 875th Engineer Battalion will arrive tomorrow at 1pm at the new Armed Force Reserve Center. Courtney Brown is
The 1039th Engineer Company of the Arkansas Army National Guard's 875th Engineer Battalion will arrive tomorrow at 1pm at the new Armed Force Reserve Center.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:12 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:12:02 GMT
MAYNARD, AR (KAIT)- Arkansas' first lady "booked" it to Region 8 Tuesday. Around 1 p.m., an Arkansas State Police chopper set down on the ball field beside the Maynard elementary school and First Lady
Arkansas' first lady "booked" it to Region 8 Tuesday.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:58 PM EDT2013-05-14 20:58:49 GMT
A bit of advice: If police question you about your suspected involvement in a crime, it's best not to lie about your name. Police say that's what a Cave City man did recently and he wound up facing even
A bit of advice: If police question you about your suspected involvement in a crime, it's best not to lie about your name.
Monday, May 13 2013 7:55 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:55:38 GMT
SOUTHSIDE, AR (KAIT) - A family claims their daughter got large blisters on her feet after her P.E. coach made her run barefoot. The Howard family says their daughter wore flip flops last week to Southside
A family claims their daughter got large blisters on her feet after her P.E. coach made her run barefoot outdoors.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 10:04 PM EDT2013-05-09 02:04:07 GMT
LEPANTO, AR (KAIT) – East Poinsett County School officials say they've recently learned that guns were brought to a school in their district. According to a letter sent to parents, Superintendent Micky
East Poinsett County School officials say they've recently learned that guns were brought to a school in their district.
(NPN) - Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the U.S. In fact, teen drivers are three times more likely than adults to be in a fatal crash. If you have a teen, you know
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the U.S.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:16:53 GMT
One person has died in a crash near Harrisonville, MO, Thursday evening. The crash happened on Missouri Highway 7 and Walker Road. It involved a car and a tractor-trailer. Harrisonville is in Cass County.
Savannah Nash celebrated her 16th birthday last week. She died Thursday when her car slammed into a semi while she was texting during her first time driving by herself.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:48 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:48:20 GMT
WEINER, AR (KAIT) - The Weiner High School Class of 2013 graduates this evening. As family and friends gather to celebrate students' achievements, they will also be watching what could be the last class
The Weiner High School Class of 2013 graduates this evening.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:00 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:00:20 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - Officials with the Jonesboro Police Department say they track crime trends weekly. While the department saw a drop in some crimes, another trend is concerning police. "Without
Region 8 News investigates the crime numbers for the city of Jonesboro. From January to April of 2013, Jonesboro Police dealt with 17 aggravated robberies in the city.
East Tennessee Children's Hospital has treated so many babies born dependent on prescription drugs that the facility is now helping other medical centers around the country deal with the crisis.
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