Technology

On Tuesday, March 14, the Jonesboro Finance and Administration Committee voted on two measures focused on improving first responder services in the city.

A new web-based artificial intelligence program is causing nationwide trouble for higher education institutions.

A chance for severe weather is back in the forecast, and power crews are getting ready in Northeast Arkansas.

Drivers in Lawrence County might notice something different while they’re out on the road.

AP asked the ChatGPT app to produce the speech as some of history's most famous figures might have written it.

Government regulators announced Friday that videogame maker Activision Blizzard has agreed to pay $35 million to settle charges that it failed to maintain controls to collect and assess workplace complaints with regard to disclosure requirements and violated a federal whistleblower protection rule.

Officials said the targeted syndicate, known as Hive, operates one of the world’s top five ransomware networks.

The school says the money will be used toward its chemistry of foods course that teaches students science while in the kitchen.

A sheriff’s office in Northeast Arkansas is hoping some new equipment will make it easier to communicate across the board.

2022 had its fair share of insane headlines in Northeast Arkansas.

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio introduced a bill this week that would ban TikTok from operating in the states. Two congressmen have also introduced companion legislation before the house.

The City of Pocahontas has seen substantial growth over the last decade.

The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office is looking to improve its body and vehicle camera system.

A news release stated West Memphis Utilities was one of only 105 Water Grant applicants to receive the funding.

A central Arkansas school district is moving forward after hackers breached its system, holding critical information hostage.

In Greene County many offices are being forced to deal with new ways to work because of a statewide hack has left their computers useless.

Those who have a Medicaid plan in Arkansas will need to be extra cautious in the coming weeks.

There’s always “an app for that”, but your new download could be a security nightmare. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa finds out the rules you should follow before you head to the app store

The Mammoth Spring School District is working on an addition to its elementary building due to substantial growth.

The Identity Theft Resource Center reported record identity crime in 2021 with a large increase in social media hacks. Consumer Investigator Caresse Jackman explains the impact of the attacks and how you can report them.

New therapy dog Renley started her first day at Salem School District on Monday.

While the town’s largest annual event looks to the past, the city of Walnut Ridge is charging into the future.

The request is to increase the now 30 millages to add 8.9 mills.

Apple’s latest line-up of iPhones will boast better cameras, faster processors, and a longer lasting battery at the same prices as last year’s model, despite the inflationary pressure that has driven up the cost of many other everyday items.

The next launch attempt will not take place until Friday at the earliest and could be delayed until mid-September or later.

New technology for farmers, helping to make things a little easier after a hard summer.

The Nettleton School District will be installing new security measures on campus this fall.

It’s a $60 billion a year industry that’s a relentless target for cybercriminals. According to a recent security report, web attacks against the global video game industry grew by 340 % in 2020. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa has the security advice you need before you, or your children, get hacked and it's game over.

Cutting-edge tracking technology helped a High Point Terrace resident get his stolen SUV back.

Phishing attempts hit an all-time high in the first quarter of 2022. Consumer Investigator Caresse Jackman speaks with a victim of phishing and breaks down the most popular targets under attack.