The Latest Breaking News from Arkansas

After disaster blows through, we’re all on the same side

My friend Philip Martin has some thoughts on this. “Let’s not get schmaltzy about this,” he writes. “Tragedy is not an occasion for inspiration. Most people see this as just what you do — if someone needs your help, you help.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 6, 2023

Arkansas Tax Deadline Extended After Severe Storms, Tornado

People directly impacted by the devastating Arkansas tornado and severe storms have more time to file their federal and state tax returns.

Kiplinger · Apr 5, 2023

Gavin Newsom fact check: Do blue states really have lower crime, better health and higher GDP?

When Gov. Gavin Newsom announced last week that he was launching a new political action committee to stand up against “rising authoritarianism” and regressive policies adopted by Republicans, he lambasted red state leaders for banning books, targeting trans children and stoking racism.

Tribune News Service · Apr 5, 2023

More severe weather forecast for parts of US still reeling

Forecasters are warning of more severe weather and fire danger in the days ahead across much of the same region hit hard by storms last week

The Independent UK · Apr 3, 2023

Ex-Arkansas Asa Hutchinson launches 2024 GOP campaign; calls on Trump to step down

Asa Hutchinson, 72, says a Trump campaign is the ‘worst scenario. for GOP. He joins former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy in the race.

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 2, 2023

Tornado Outbreak Hits Hard Across Bevy Of States

The destruction caused by a bevy of tornadoes Friday and Saturday cast a wide net, impacting states across the South and Midwest

Zenger · Apr 2, 2023

At least 29 dead as tornadoes move across U.S.

The White House announced Sunday that it would provide federal resources, including financial assistance, to support recovery efforts after President Joe Biden declared broad swaths of the country a major disaster.

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 2, 2023

A daunting recovery begins in the South and Midwest after tornadoes kill at least 32

Confirmed or suspected tornadoes across 11 states destroyed homes and businesses, splintered trees and laid waste to neighborhoods over a broad swath of the country.

WEKU · Apr 2, 2023

Ex-Arkansas governor Asa Hutchinson launches GOP White House bid and calls on Trump to drop out over indictment

‘I’m convinced that people want leaders that appeal to the best of America’

The Independent UK · Apr 2, 2023

Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson says he is running for president

Hutchinson's announcement on Sunday puts him in a small Republican field that includes former President Donald Trump and former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley.

WEKU · Apr 2, 2023