Todd Wells has officially announced his candidacy for White County Sheriff, citing nearly two decades of law enforcement experience and a commitment to leadership, accountability, and proactive policing. Wells began his career with the Searcy…
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North Little Rock Man Sentenced to 27 Years in Federal Prison for Production of Child Pornography
A North Little Rock man has been sentenced to 27 years in federal prison for the production of child pornography, according to Jonathan D. Ross, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas. United…
Searcy Man Arrested on Multiple Human Trafficking Charges Following CADTF Investigation
A Searcy man has been arrested on multiple felony charges following a months-long investigation by the Central Arkansas Drug Task Force. Authorities say agents received information in September 2025 that David Glynn Stracener, 72, of…
White County Concludes First Human Trafficking Trial, Bald Knob Man Sentenced to 17 Years
The first human trafficking trial in White County has concluded with a major conviction, as a jury sentenced Bryant Keith Evans of Bald Knob to 17 years of incarceration in the Arkansas Department of Corrections…
Attorney General Tim Griffin Leads Multistate Effort Supporting FCC Proposal to Block Contraband Cell Phones in Prisons
Tim Griffin announced he has co-led a multistate letter urging the Federal Communications Commission to approve a proposal allowing correctional facilities to use jamming technology to combat the growing problem of contraband cell phones in…
Arkansas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Warns of Rising Holiday Burnout Among Arkansas First Responders, Urges Community Support
As Arkansans gather for holiday celebrations, the Arkansas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding the public that first responders across the state are facing heightened levels of stress, burnout, and emotional strain. Law enforcement…
Congressman French Hill Awards Golden Fleece Award to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
Rep. French Hill (AR-02) has named U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) the latest recipient of his Golden Fleece Award, citing the agency’s previous failure to include several of the nation’s busiest Ports of Entry…
FBI Warns Criminals Are Using Altered Proof-of-Life Photos in Virtual Kidnapping Scams
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a new public alert warning that criminals are increasingly using altered photos and videos—often stolen from social media—to extort victims through virtual kidnapping for ransom scams. These…
The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT)to Install New Anti-Litter Display Along Highways
The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) is rolling out a new anti-litter initiative designed to grab the attention of travelers across the state. Beginning the week of December 8, ARDOT will install innovative anti-litter displays…
Potential Prescribed Burn Planned at Pinnacle Mountain State Park Nov. 17–20
Arkansas State Parks resource management staff have announced plans for a potential prescribed burn at Pinnacle Mountain State Park, with operations expected to occur Monday–Thursday, November 17–20, 2025, weather permitting. The controlled burn is part…
