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Arkansas 'Out Of The Doghouse' On Animal Cruelty

Tougher penalties against animal abusers has Arkansas "out of the doghouse" with one national organization, while local organizations raise money for programs via special license plate programs.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:47:32 CST

Police Start Drunken Driving Crackdown

Police said they are out in full force, watching drivers' every move while behind the wheel.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:44:35 CST

Wood Stove Sparks Fire That Destroys 2 Cars

Firefighters said a wood stove used to heat a Tontitown shop may have sparked an overnight fire.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:45:22 CST

Siloam Springs Man Calls 911 To Say He Shot Someone

A Siloam Springs man was arrested after he called 911 saying he had shot someone.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:43:27 CST

ABC Board To Consider Permits In 5 Ark. Cities

Businesses that want to sell alcoholic beverages in five Arkansas cities will get a chance to make their pitch when the state Alcoholic Beverage Control Board meets, and so will opponents of the proposed new permits.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 11:06:22 CST

Judge Dismissed Key Claim In Poultry Lawsuit

A federal judge has dismissed one of Oklahoma's key claims in the state's pollution lawsuit against Arkansas poultry companies.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 10:41:04 CST

Walmart: Zhu Zhu Pets Are On The Way

40/29 News has learned a shipment could be coming soon to a retailer near you.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 09:23:19 CST

University Investigates Long List Of Crimes For Semester

The University of Arkansas is currently investigating theft, video voyeurism and two reported rapes, all within days of each other.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 09:28:06 CST

Crawford Co. Sheriff Helps Needy Families

A local sheriff's department is helping to feed less fortunate families.

Published: Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:19:01 CST

Bentonville Residents Get Heating Help

Some local low-to-middle income residents may soon get some help making their homes more energy efficient.

Published: Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:16:44 CST

Another Fayetteville Chain Restaurant Closes

A Fayetteville franchise of a major restaurant chain has gone out of business.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 09:24:26 CST

Thieves Strike Decatur High School Again

More money is missing from Decatur High School after someone stole what officials said was thousands of dollars just last week.

Published: Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:01:35 CST

Company Sues Eureka Springs Over Cell Tower Denial

Fayetteville-based Smith Communications is suing the town of Eureka Springs for not allowing the construction of a cell phone tower.

Published: Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:50:53 CST

Fayetteville Mayor Addresses City Finances At Town Hall

Jordan speaks at his last town-hall meeting of the year about where the city stands and what it plans to do in 2010.

Published: Tue, 15 Dec 2009 09:10:37 CST

New Technology Meant To Erase Child Porn From Web

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children said it reviews a quarter of a million images and videos where minors are suspected of being sexually abused.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 22:57:11 CST

Whirlpool Recalling 400 Laid-Off Workers

Whirlpool says an increase in production demand is forcing them to call back 400 laid-off workers.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 22:40:29 CST

Johnson Co. Holds 2nd Flu Shot Clinic

Another Arkansas county is helping its residents fight the flu.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:46:44 CST

Ft. Smith Whirlpool Plant Calls Back 400 Idle Workers

The Whirlpool Corp. says 400 laid-off workers at its Fort Smith refrigerator plant are being called back to work.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 13:52:32 CST

PK Holmes Recommended For Ark Federal Judge

Former U.S. Attorney P.K. Holmes has been recommended for an open federal judgeship in the Western District of Arkansas, where he served eight years as federal prosecutor.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 13:51:27 CST

Wish List For Santa Turns Up Different Requests In 2009

Santa said kids are asking for more practical items this year.

Published: Wed, 16 Dec 2009 09:19:54 CST