We see leaders on both sides of this issue.

William “Chester” Cole, 63, was pronounced dead at the scene. At least eight children were injured in the crash, including Cole’s granddaughter who was also a passenger, according to his family.

A Better Region takes a look at stamping out bullying others just because we support different things.

Once again, police are asking for the public to come forward when it comes to solving crimes.

Over the weekend the Federal Bureau of Investigation sent a notice to area police and school districts letting them know they'd received information about a threat to schools in Arkansas and Kentucky.

State health information shows that last year, there were more opioid prescriptions filled in Arkansas than there are people.

Jonesboro got a lot busier this past weekend when Arkansas State University students arrived back on campus.

When voters decide the fate of a one-percent sales tax, they'll also decide the fate of the city itself.

It’s been a fairly, quiet summer on the roads of Region 8.

31 people died over the weekend in two mass shootings. Now we as a nation begin the debate once again on how to respond to these tragedies.

Help Stuff the Bus this weekend with KAIT, the United Way, and area public schools.

A Better Region 8 talks about doubling down on washing your hands after another possible Hep A exposure was reported last week.

We thought we’d send one lucky Region 8 student back to school in style.

Region 8 News takes time to thank those who provide cooling equipment for our local law enforcement in dangerous heat conditions.

DHS is "fishing" for new foster families, mentors, and volunteers in Greene County.

A Better Region 8 discusses the Bono Lake project and why it's time to cut our losses and focus on other projects.

Thank you, Bobby Willis, for making this A Better Region 8.

A Better Region 8 highlights this upcoming Independence Day. We encourage you to get out and celebrate the day with your loved ones.

This weekend, airplanes will fill the skies at the former Eaker Air Force Base, now known as the Arkansas Aeroplex.

Today's A Better Region 8 highlights and thanks those who take their time to help victims of assault.

We announced a few days ago that KAIT will return to its roots and end our broadcast day, that's just before Midnight, and play our national anthem.

A Better Region 8 details the FCC's decision to allow cell phone users to block unnecessary calls.

It was supposed to be June 5 but got moved to June 6, 1944, because of bad weather.

Region 8 News reminds you to wear your lifejacket when venturing out onto the lake or river this summer.

If you'd like to open your heart and your wallet they could sure use it.

We take this time to hit the reset button and to remind you your feedback is vital when it comes to our "A Better Region 8" editorials.

This weekend, we mark Memorial Day and we could give you a sermon about how we should all take a moment to remember those who died to protect our freedom.

Let's hear the ideas Team Jonesboro has when they talk. Those ideas might make this A Better Region 8.

This week, Gov. Asa Hutchinson announced a plan to get all communities in the state with a population of 500 or more people connected with high-speed internet within the next three years.

This past week, Jonesboro Police Chief Rick Elliott used the taxpayer-funded police website to assure the citizens that his department was "transparent."

A Better Region 8 takes a look at preserving one of the more historic and iconic buildings found in Blytheville.

This week, the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville’s athletic department discovered there were other campuses in their system and that those campuses also have athletic programs.

The medical community has said for decades that vaccinations matter.

We should all set the best example for our family, friends, and most importantly, our next generation.

I'm John Deacon, District Governor of Rotary District 6150 and a member of the Rotary Club of Jonesboro.

Over the weekend, a 21-year-old woman died in a Mississippi County car crash and three teens were injured in two separate crashes in Missouri.

I want to show you something.

Region 8 encourages you to put the smartphone down for the important moments in your life. Use your phone when it's needed and for the right reasons.

This week's Jonesboro Chamber of Commerce Business Expo was one of the biggest ever.

Region Eight is asking your help to donate to the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas as part of the Million Meals campaign.