| 05/21 | Special Report Tonight: Dr. House in Arkansas
After 8 seasons, the final episode of the hit show House airs tonight on FOX16. But has Dr. House set up practice in Arkansas? |
| 05/20 | 3 separate rescue efforts on Arkansas River Sunday
First responders spent the day Sunday searching the Arkansas River for 3 people in separate incidents. Arrest made after high speed chase
A man was arrested Sunday morning after he led police on a high speed through Lonoke, Jefferson, and Pulaski counties. Firefighter dies in car accident
A Pine Bluff firefighter died in a car accident Saturday night. Man nearly drowns in river by Murray Park
Arkansas Game and Fish says a man who was drinking went for a swim in the Arkansas River and almost didn’t make it out. Jermain Taylor raises awareness for ALS
Sunday, Arkansas boxing legend Jermain Taylor stepped onto the pitcher's mound at Dickey-Stephens Park to throw out the first pitch, raising awareness for ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Urban scavenger hunt held for needy families
An urban scavenger hunt is held Sunday in downtown Little Rock to benefit needy families. Water rescue searching for possible bridge jumper
Water rescue crews are searching for a man eyewitnesses say may have jumped from a bridge over the Arkansas River. Store destroyed by fire
Firefighters had to remain on scene until just after noon Sunday battling and monitoring a blaze that began Saturday afternoon. Shooting in Scott leaves one dead
An England man was arrested Sunday morning after he allegedly shot at two people at a party in Scott, killing one of them. Man cited for gator death
Wildlife officers in Miller County are citing a man for killing endangered species in an illegal hoop net. |
| 05/19 | 2 children hurt in boating accident
Two children hurt during a boating accident near Pine Bluff were sent to the hospital Saturday, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. First ever eStem graduation celebratory but somber
The first ever graduation class of eStem Public Charter School recieve their diplomas with one less classmate. Katrina & cancer survivor graduates from UALR
Saturday, a Hurricane Katrina and cancer survivor, who once lived in a car with his mother, beat the odds and became the first person in his family to earn a four-year degree. Greek Fest is one event with many purposes
For 28 years, the International Greek Food Festival has served a lot of gyros and a community as well.
Teddy bear helps traumatized kids
Thousands of stuffed animals are now in the hands of sheriff’s deputies and available for children exposed to traumatic situations. Husband and wife accused of murder
A husband and wife in their mid-twenties are behind bars accused of killing a 65 year old man. Students power up with computers and Internet access
Dozens of students and their families are surfing the web from home for the first time as the result of local efforts to help bridge the technology divide. Prosecutor: woman exploited and neglected elderly man, spent his money on herself
Investigators say a 74 year old man was victimized by the woman trusted to care for him. Nine dead in separate weekend accidents
Friday, Saturday and Sunday proved deadly days on Arkansas roads and highways as nine people lost their lives and several others were injured. |
| 05/18 | Robbery suspect has previous criminal record
When police put Johnathan Hill behind bars earlier this week, it wasn't their first time. But it is the most recent.
Families surrounded by raw sewage find resolution
After five years of living surrounded by raw sewage, a Pulaski County neighborhood is finally breathing easier.
No confidence vote from Pulaski teacher union
The union representing teachers in the Pulaski County School District has voted "no confidence" in Superintendent Jerry Guess and state Education Commissioner Tom Kimbrell. Chad, Do My Job – Yarnell’s Ice Cream Edition
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream. On this week's Do My job, our own Chad Garneau set out to work at the famous Yarnell's Ice Cream. Man arrested twice in one year for synthetic drugs
Four men have been arrested as a result of an investigation into the distribution of the synthetic drugs K2 and Bath Salts in Cleburne County. 50 fewer Arkansas tornadoes in 2012 than 2011
Meteorologists at the National Weather Service in North Little Rock have had an uncharacteristically easy couple of months. They're the guys who survey storms in Arkansas, but this year ... Two ballot initiatives face strong opposition
The man backing an increase to a tax related to natural gas exploration calls those opposing him "un-American". Sheffield Nelson feels attempts to suppress voter signatures sends the wrong message. 2nd murder suspect arrested in Pine Bluff
A second man suspected of killing Randall Blake, Jr. in Pine Bluff earlier this may has been arrested. Airmen return from Southwest Asia
More than 100 Arkansas families have been reunited after airmen returned home from southwest Asia. Man pleads guilty in fatal eastern Ark. shooting
A man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison after pleading guilty to first-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting in July. Negligent homicide charge for bus driver who hit pedestrian
A bus driver who hit and killed a pedestrian in Little Rock last fall has been charged with misdemeanor negligent homicide, according to the Little Rock Police. 2 plead not guilty in SAU horse thefts
A teenager and an adult have pleaded not guilty in the theft of five rodeo horses and a trailer from Southern Arkansas University. Jeff Long “not interested” in leaving University of Arkansas
University of Arkansas Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Jeff Long addresses rumors regarding him leaving the University. SEC and Big 12 champions to meet in post-season bowl game
The Southeastern Conference and the Big 12 Conference announced Friday a five-year agreement for their football champions to meet in a post-season bowl game following the 2014 season. President Obama to deliver commencement address at Joplin High School’s graduation ceremony
On May 21, the President will travel to Joplin, Missouri, where he will deliver the commencement address at Joplin High School’s 2011-2012 graduation ceremony, according to a release. Arkansas' unemployment rate drops to 7.2 percent
State officials say Arkansas' unemployment rate dropped by two-tenths of a percentage point to 7.2 percent in April. Video voyuerism trial delayed until August
The trial for a former Blytheville reserve police officer accused of video voyeurism has been delayed until August. |
| 05/17 | Houses surrounded by raw sewage
Dozens of people in the Higgins area of Pulaski County are surrounded by sewage water leaking out of the pipes. Cuts coming for Arkansas Baptist College
Arkansas Baptist College announced several changes coming to the school during summer in an effort to save money. Texting Kills
The federal government warns texting while driving is by far the most alarming distraction on the road. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, distracted drivers killed nearly 55-hundred people in the United States in 2009. Police dog honored after being shot
A North Little Rock police dog grazed by a bullet while searching for a man suspected of shooting at deputies last Friday was honored with a special award. PCSSD security guard fired after reportedly hitting student
Mills High School security guard Ken Keys is fired from his job after school leaders say he hit a student.
Alligator caught near a Saline County home
A Saline County man captures a small alligator living near his home. Trailer stolen from food bank returned years later
George Thurber sold a custom-made trailer to Libby's R.O.S.E. food bank and thrift shop in 2001. Libby's used the trailer to bring food and clothing to the needy until 2010 when someone stole it. They bought a new trailer from Thurber and years went by without a single sighting of the old one. Obama rival can't win Arkansas delegates
Arkansas won't award any delegates to a lawyer running against President Barack Obama in Tuesday's primary, despite predictions that he could pull significant support in a state where the president is unpopular, the state Democratic Party announced Thursday. "Stop Casinos Now" group voices opposition to ballot intiative
A plan to bring casinos to Arkansas sees its first roadblock. Law enforcement, legislators and the faith-based community say an out of state casino consultant doesn't have Arkansans best interest at stake. Kensett mulling asbestos disposal after fire
Officials in the White County town of Kensett are trying to work out a plan to dispose of the ruin of four burned buildings that contain asbestos. UPDATE: Blasting caps found in auction container safely removed
Residents have been allowed to return to homes that were evacuated after authorities removed some blasting caps found in a container bought at auction. Ark. man pleads not guilty in stabbing of new wife
A newlywed accused of stabbing his pregnant wife pleaded not guilty to two counts of capital murder Thursday after the woman and baby died in western Arkansas. Benton Police search for aggravated assault suspect
Detectives from the Benton Police Department are seeking the public’s assistance in finding an aggravated assault suspect. Shotgun-wielding man robs Shell station
Police are looking for a man who robbed the Shell Superstop on Shackleford with a sawed-off shotgun Tuesday. White County Sheriff’s Deputy injured on the job
A White County Sheriff’s Deputy was injured while on the way to respond to a call Wednesday night. Teen says she stabbed man to protect her mother
Police say a man was stabbed to death in west Little Rock by a 15-year-old girl who said the man was attacking her mother. Police cracking down on seat belt law violators
Authorities will begin the annual "Click It or Ticket" seat belt enforcement initiative Monday. State Police say the goal is to change the habits or drivers and decrease the number of traffic fatalities caused by motorists not buckling up. Man shooting at stray cat badly hurts neighbor
A man in Logan County was left in critical condition after he was struck by a gunshot fired by a neighbor who was trying to shoot a stray cat. Man found dead in eastern Arkansas identified
Authorities have identified a man who was found dead behind a shed in Trumann. |
| 05/16 | ASU to play at War Memorial in future
Wednesday night, Arkansas State University Head Football Coach Gus Malzahn stopped by War Memorial Stadium. Horse euthanized, animal cruelty charges sought
A severely malnourished horse had to be put down Wednesday in Hot Spring County after it was found at a home injured and unable to stand. Travelers are warned of longer lines at Clinton National Airport
Travelers are missing flights as the Clinton National Airport expands to accommodate higher traffic. Travel is up 10% this year which means more people are clogging lines and buying tickets for overbooked flights - and that's no way to start your summer vacation. Chancellors speak in support of Little Rock Tech park
Three neighborhoods are still waiting to find out which location the Little Rock Technology Park board will choose, and residents are hoping to convince the chancellors to support them so they don't have to move. Judge candidate hospitalized for spider bite
A White County judge candidate who was bitten on the hand by a snake last month is recovering from a spider bite to the same hand. FOX16 Safety Alert: Kids and online video games
Matthew Kinney loves to play online video games with his sons. What he doesn't love? What his kids are hearing from the other players.
Inmate escapes work detail in Saline County
Authorities are looking for an escaped inmate who walked away from his work detail Wednesday afternoon. Bank robbery suspect previously served time for murder
A man suspected of robbing a Centennial Bank in Little Rock Wednesday had previously served time in prison for first degree murder. Brothers bring gun to school
Two Watson Elementary students are in trouble after authorities say they brought a gun to school. The 3rd and 5th graders are brothers. Sheriff says 600 lotto tickets stolen
The Hot Spring County Sheriff's Office says more than $16,000 in lottery tickets have been stolen from a local convenience store. Raccoon invades Little Rock Target store
Employees at a West Little Rock Target store got an unexpected visitor Wednesday morning. UPDATE: Police arrest 4 at Occupy Little Rock
Little Rock police arrested 4 occupy members who refused to leave their downtown campsite Wednesday afternoon. City workers find remains in eastern Arkansas
Authorities say city workers have found a decomposed body near railroad tracks in Trumann. Teenager drowns in western Arkansas lake
Benton County authorities say searchers have found the body of a Rogers teenager who drowned at Beaver Lake. Hogs Get Walk-off Win
Matt Reynolds scores the game winning run in the bottom of the 10th against Louisiana Tech |
| 05/15 | 3 Arkadelphia teachers suspended, parents want answers
Parents are asking questions and getting little in return as DHS investigates an incident at an Arkadelphia primary school that led to three teacher suspensions and a principals abrupt retirement. Occupy Little Rock faces eviction deadline
Tuesday evening, as the 7am Wednesday deadline for Occupy Little Rock to move out of its downtown campsite approached, one member said he’d have to be arrested before he moves out. 400+ vets look for work at specialized job fair
Matthew Guillory fought in Iraq. Now stateside, he's waging a different battle -- finding a job. FBI child ID app could locate missing children faster
Should your child go missing while on vacation or at the mall, all you have to do is launch the app, enter an email address and hit send. Dismissal upheld in case of woman who killed self
A federal appeals court on Tuesday upheld a judge's decision to dismiss federal claims filed by the family of a woman who killed herself at the Arkansas State Hospital. Arkansas mom, premature son die after stabbing
A newlywed was being held on a murder charge Wednesday after his pregnant wife staggered into a western Arkansas police station with a stab wound to her chest and collapsed.
Suspect, victim identified in Lonoke homicide
A man who was shot to death last Friday has been identified as 51-year-old William Raymond Miller. UPDATE: Missing 11-year-old boy found
Officials from the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office report that a missing 11-year-old boy has been found. FDA issues Korean shellfish advisory
The Food and Drug Administration issued a warning Tuesday concerning shellfish from the Republic of Korea. Three sheriff’s office employees suspended after inmate escape
Three employees have been suspended without pay after an inmate was mistakenly released from the Pulaski County Jail in March. 2 teens accused of trying to escape Ark. center
Authorities say two teenagers at a juvenile detention center in Batesville will face additional charges after they tried to escape the facility. Tents coming down at Occupy Little Rock encampment
The tents are coming down at the Occupy Little Rock encampment but the protest group plans to make a final statement. Trial set for Arkansas man charged in teen's death
An Arkansas man accused of killing a 16-year-old girl he met online is slated to go on trial this summer after authorities found her body in a blue, plastic barrel. Former Ark. Lt. Gov. considering 2014 gov. bid
Former Arkansas Lt. Gov. Bill Halter is considering a run for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination in 2014 after Congressman Mike Ross opted against a bid. UPDATE: Six people injured after five car accident blocks Hwy 87
Police and rescue crews responded to the scene of a five car accident on Highway 87 in Independence County which sent six people to the hospital Tuesday morning.
Chemical plant explosion in El Dorado
The Union County sheriff says no one was injured after an explosion at a chemical plant in El Dorado.
Profiting off of car wrecks
This story is about people who are in the business of profiting off of car wrecks. And how they end up with your personal information. |
| 05/14 | NLR passes dog law requiring restraints on trucks
There is now a law aimed at preventing dogs from riding on the back of pick-up trucks without restraints in North Little Rock. Monday, the North Little Rock city council passed an ordinance requiring drivers to tether their pets to the center of the truck's bed. Occupy planning legal action against City of Little Rock
Occupy Little Rock delayed taking legal action against the city until at least Tuesday at 5pm, 14 hours before police plan to evict the group from the camp. Woman faces murder charge for shooting and killing husband
A North Little Rock woman now faces a murder charge, nearly 7 months after she told police she shot and killed her husband. Mandatory drug testing planned for Arkadelphia students
A southwest Arkansas school district is poised to require students to submit to drug tests if they want to participate in any extracurricular activity. Pine Bluff homicide suspect turns himself in
A suspect in the shooting death of Randall Blake, Jr. turned himself into police Monday afternoon. Head of Arkansas vets office quits after bad audit
The head of Arkansas' Veterans Affairs Department retired suddenly Monday, four days after state auditors questioned whether his agency suffered from lax oversight of its finances. Ark. authorities looking into death of baby boy
The Baxter County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 3-month-old Buford baby. City leaders, engineers discuss fate of old Broadway Bridge
The Broadway Bridge is a staple in Central Arkansas - but we all know it's old. And for years, city and state leaders have come up with way to build a new bridge, but the differences come in when discussing what to do with the age old one. Police mark graves of fallen officers, search for 8 more
The Little Rock Fraternal Order of Police hopes to put markers on the graves of all 23 L.R.P.D. officers who've died in the line of duty. Rep. Ross says he won't run for Arkansas governor
U.S. Rep. Mike Ross said Monday he won't seek the Democratic nomination for Arkansas governor in 2014, upending a race that he was widely expected to join after opting against a re-election bid this year. Lonoke County investigating shooting
Officials from the Lonoke County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a shooting that left one man dead Friday evening. Arkansas WR Whitehurst released from scholarship
Arkansas coach John L. Smith says wide receiver Kane Whitehurst has been released from his scholarship. Nolan Richardson III, son of ex-Ark. coach, dies
Police in Tulsa say Nolan Richardson III — the son of former Arkansas and Tulsa basketball coach Nolan Richardson — has been found dead in his home. Arkansas gas prices drop by 30 cents since April
Gas prices in Arkansas have dropped by more than 30 cents per gallon over the past month. Carjacking suspect sought by authorities
Pulaski County deputies were called to E. Valentine Road and Southeastern Avenue just after 7am Monday when a man said he was robbed of his truck. Dem. candidates in Ark. not embracing gay marriage
Two Democrats running for congressional office in Arkansas say they supported gay marriage long before President Barack Obama endorsed the idea last week. Police: Jonesboro shooting suspect surrenders
Police in Jonesboro say a man wanted in the shooting death of a man on the city's north side has surrendered. |
| 05/13 | Family and friends remember lost loved ones at Illuminate the Cure
Wearing pink shirts and handing out pink carnations, advocates for fighting breast cancer gathered at the Big Dam Bridge Sunday evening for the very first Illuminate the Cure event. Mother's Day gives boost to food industry
At Mimi's Cafe Sunday, plenty of families treated Mom to a special Mother's Day meal. At the same time, servers are happy for the extra business.
Group raises money for new dog park
We're bringing you a fresh look at a vision for MacArthur park in downtown Little Rock. Members of the Unleashed Project hope to transform the southeast corner of the park into a dog park where you can let your pet run without a leash. Three people killed in separate accidents
Three people died is separate accidents Saturday on Arkansas roads and highways. Police officer arrested for DWI
A central Arkansas police officer is out of jail after being arrested for DWI. |
| 05/12 | Mother's Day gifts
Employees at Webb's House of Flowers in Benton have been working around the clock to complete bouquets and make all the deliveries for Mother's Day.
Funeral held for teen run over by minivan, then beaten
With friends and family at his side, Michael Stanley's casket is guided into Mercy Seat Missionary Baptist Church. Saturday afternoon, funeral services were held for the teen who died last week. Korean War POW finally laid to rest at home
Josie Tibbitts, today laid to rest the father she never knew. 89 year old finally receives college degree
Charlie Ball has made good use of his first 89 years. Tub races take over Hot Springs
Saturday morning, fifteen teams raced homemade bathtubs through the streets of Hot Springs. Three Razorbacks arrested for burglaries
Three Arkansas football players bonded out of jail Sunday afternoon after they were arrested and charged with burglarizing dorm rooms. Fatal shooting suspect in custody
Police in Jonesboro say a man wanted in the shooting death of a man on the city's north side has surrendered. Major water line break
Crews are repairing a water main break that has caused discoloration at the tap of customers. |
| 05/11 | LRAFB warns airmen to be cautious when using social media
Airmen at the Little Rock Air Force Base are watching what they say when it comes to posting on Facebook and Twitter.
UPDATE: One employee shot during EZ Mart robbery
Three suspects are at large and one person is in the hospital after a convenience store was robbed at gunpoint Friday night. Deputies want public's help in finding killer
Someone killed Shedreka Harris' pregnant cousin, Alexis Crawford, along with her boyfriend, Herman Hill, Sunday night in a mobile home on Reed Road in Pulaski County. Five days later, the killer is still on the loose. 4lbs of pot seized in Hot Springs drug bust
A drug bust made Thursday at an apartment in Hot Springs resulted in the seizure of marijuana, hash, ecstasy, and other drug paraphernalia. Dierks Bentley concert moved due to weather
The concert which was to take place Saturday at the Riverfest Amphitheater has been moved to the Verizon Arena due to the threat of bad weather. Suspect who shot at deputies found under house
A man suspected of shooting at deputies Friday afternoon was found hiding under a house. After another brief shootout, the suspect was taken into custody. Federal judges won't halt east Ark. Senate primary
A three-judge federal panel on Friday said it won't halt the May 22 primary for an east Arkansas Senate seat as it considers a lawsuit that claims a redistricting board improperly lowered the black vote in the district. PB residents protest outside mayor's office
Close to three dozen Pine Bluff citizens protested outside of Mayor Carl Redus' office Friday afternoon, calling for a change in his administration - or else. State Police opens "Hall of Honor" for fallen troopers
A three-year project to honor the lives of fallen state troopers opens in Little Rock. Arkansas State Police have lost 19 troopers and now have a place to honor each of them. Routine traffic stop leads to drug arrest
A routine traffic stop lead to a drug arrest early Friday morning. Fire damages Little Rock home
The Little Rock Fire Department is investigating the cause of a blaze that heavily damaged a house on Kanis Road early Friday morning. Remains in forest identified as those of missing man
Authorities say remains found in the Ouachita National Forest have been identified as a man who has been missing for nearly five years. 2 suspects sought in Pine Bluff homicide
Police were called to a home in the 3100 block of Miramar Thursday night where they found a man with multiple gunshot wounds. |
| 05/10 | Boy says PCSSD security punched him in stomach
Suzzette Tyler leaves the doctor's office with her son Thursday after he started complaining about pains in his stomach. She believes the complications came from the actions of a security guard at Mills High School. Graduates face uncertain future
Students line up to be recognized for their hard work and dedication. Pulaski Tech grads walk across the stage with confidence, but afterward, will those feelings disappear as college graduates face huge loan debt and an uncertain job market? VIDEO: 18-wheeler burns on exit in Bryant
A tractor trailer caught fire Thursday night in Bryant. The trailer was on a frontage road off of I-30. Non-profit Safe Places closes after ten years of operation
Thousands of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and sex trafficking now have one less resource to turn to for help. Horses help children with special needs
For many of us, talking and walking are skills that come as naturally as breathing. But some kids need more help than weekly sessions with a therapist in order to develop these motor skills. And that's where Harmony and Hooves comes in to help. Pine Bluff Police Chief statements raise concern
A group of Pine Bluff residents plan to protest march at city hall on May 11, sparked by the delayed submission of evidence in the missing case of Cleashindra Hall. Church & scrap yard help bust suspected copper thief
A suspected Little Rock copper thief caught in the act trying to sell stolen property. A scrap yard and church worked together to make the arrest. Remains of Arkansas POW returned to state
After waiting a lifetime, Josie Tibbitts on Thursday brought home the father she never knew.
Entergy warns utility customers of billing scam
Entergy Corp. is warning utility customers not to fall for a scam where people claim President Barack Obama is providing credits or payments toward bills. Conway Police arrest man suspected of using fake prescription to buy painkillers
Conway Police have arrested a man accused of trying to use a fake prescription to get painkillers.
But that's only half of the story.
Ark. ex-mayor dies after apparent gun accident
A coroner in eastern Arkansas says a former Helena mayor has died of an apparent accidental gunshot wound. Gun, "leafy green vegetable" found at high school
A student reportedly brought a BB gun and a "green leafy vegetable substance" to the Bigelow high school. 10 Ashdown students sickened by powdery substance
Authorities say 10 sixth-grade students in Ashdown fell ill after they ingested a powdery substance that one of them brought to class. |
| 05/09 | 40 day wait for crime lab to receive cold case evidence
40 days after Pine Bluff Police raided the home of Dr. Larry Amos, looking for clues in the disappearance of Cleashindra Hall, the state crime lab is finally receiving the evidence. Special Report: Home Fire Safety
"I'm just like the little old lady in the shoe," laughed Gladys McKay. That's because her house is usually full of her 18 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. McKay thinks her family is prepared for a fire. Charges dropped in alleged Vilonia looting case
A Faulkner County woman is cleared of all charges and can now literally start picking up the pieces of her life.
Arkansans debate gay marriage
Wednesday, President Barack Obama became the first U.S. President to support gay marriage. While that news is not sitting well with some Arkansans, others say attitudes on same-sex marriage in Arkansas are changing. Small earthquake recorded in central Arkansas
A small earthquake has been reported in central Arkansas. Police have person of interest in Beebe teen sex assault
Beebe Police now say it has one person of interest in the attack on two teenage girls walking home last month. The mother of one of the victims tells FOX16 News she is waiting on the state crime lab to deliver justice for both girls. Delivery food leads police to counterfeit suspects
Benton police say they got a tip that led them straight to three people making counterfeit money. Saline County deputies search for kidnapping suspect
Saline County Deputies are searching for a man suspected of kidnapping and assaulting a 23-year-old woman. Obama voices his support for gay marriage
President Barack Obama says he now supports same-sex marriage, ending months of equivocation on a subject with powerful election-year consequences. Petrino's wrecked motorcycle up for auction online
Former Arkansas coach Bobby Petrino's damaged motorcycle that he was riding during the crash that led to his ouster is for sale online. Hot Springs woman pleads guilty in '10 slaying
A Hot Springs woman has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to first-degree murder. Randolph Co. jury deliberating in Billy Green case
Jurors are deliberating in the retrial of an Arkansas man charged with capital murder in the death of a Dalton couple and their two children. Kidnapping, torture suspect arrested
Early Wednesday morning, police arrested Jason Ripley and Samantha Wright at a motel in Sevierville, Tennessee in connection with a kidnapping reported over the weekend.
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| 05/08 | Kidnapping victim speaks out about her escape
Sabrina Morton is finally home safe after she says Jason Ripley tied her up and beat her for two days inside of a camper in the Garland County woods. In an interview with only Fox16, the victim shares the story of her escape. Gun pulled on students near UALR campus
Little Rock police are looking for a motorcyclist who fired shots at UALR students near campus. Crime Tracker: Keeping your child safe from abduction
It can happen at the bus stop, on the playground - even at your local store. Snake warning
More people are hiking and camping now that the weather is warmer and enjoying the Natural State, but it's not just people out and about. Animals are more active in the spring, looking to feed and mate.
Parents question treament of disabled students in Benton
More questions surrounding the Benton School District and the quality of care it's developmentally disabled students receive. Centennial Bank robbed in Ward
The Centennial Bank in Ward was robbed Tuesday afternoon. Camden Fairview teacher arrested, charged with sexual assault
A teacher at Camden Fairview was arrested Tuesday and charged with first degree sexual assault after an investigation into a possible sexual relationship between him and a student. Parents question treament of disabled students in Benton
More questions surrounding the Benton School District and the quality of care it's developmentally disabled students receive. 2nd arrest made in Pine Bluff murder
Pine Bluff Police say they have arrested a second man in connection to the April 7th shooting death of Devan Ward. Authorities: Student died of natural causes
Authorities say a 19-year-old Arkansas Baptist College student who was found dead in his dormitory room may have died of natural causes. Humane Society claims abuse by Tyson food supplier
According to the Humane Society of the United States, video footage obtained during an undercover investigation at Wyoming Premium Farms in Wheatland, Wyoming, shows extensive animal abuse. The Humane Society claims Wyoming Premium Farms is a Tyson Foods pork supplier. Biotechnology company opens in Jefferson County
For the second time in three months, an industry chooses to plant roots in Jefferson County. County leaders welcomed Vivione Tuesday. Ark. governor says he wanted to boost black vote
Gov. Mike Beebe testified in federal court Tuesday that he wanted to keep the black voting-age population high in an east Arkansas Senate district, but that he and the redistricting panel he chaired had to consider all of the state's legislative districts. Former police sergeant connected to “Operation Delta Blues” to be placed on house arrest
Former Police Sergeant Marlene Kalb will be released from jail and will be placed on house arrest, according to reports. Arkansas attorney general announces settlement
Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel has announced the settlement of two cases involving the pharmaceutical company Abbott Laboratories.
Man denies killing Dalton family of 4
A Warm Springs man on trial in the deaths of a family of four in Dalton testified that his son — not him — killed the family. Maurice Sendak, author of "Where the Wild Things Are" dies at 83
Maurice Sendak, author of the classic children's book "Where the Wild Things Are," has died, a spokeswoman for HarperCollins Publishers said Tuesday. He was 83. Missing Lawrence County inmate arrested in Mo.
Authorities say an inmate who walked away from work detail in Lawrence County has been captured in Missouri. Police arrest man in SAU rodeo horse death
Authorities have arrested a man wanted for questioning in the death of a Southern Arkansas University rodeo horse. |
| 05/07 | PB Mayor responds to wife's city vehicle accident
Monday night, Mayor Carl Redus responded to reports his wife crashed a city vehicle, injuring their son.
PB mom wants answers in missing daughter's case
Cleashindra Hall is no where to be found. But her mother is still searching for peace and answers more than 18 years after her daughter vanished. But there is a problem. Special Report: Illegal immigrants in Arkansas
Conway police arrested three workers at the New China restaurant on Harkrider Street in April. They charged Jose Camilo, Cristobol Suy, and Maria Fajardo with using fake social security cards. Man wanted in connection to woman’s abduction and torture
A Garland County man is wanted by authorities for allegedly kidnapping a woman and torturing her in his camper over the course of two days last week. 5 Arkansas trucking companies hiring 100+ drivers
How would you like to make 35-thousand dollars a year with just four weeks of training? Five Arkansas companies need to hire more than one-hundred new employees right now. Mother says school covering up injury to disabled child
A six-year old girl with developmental disabilities comes home from school with a broken leg. Now the Benton Police Department is investigating to find out what happened to the child. Her mother speaks out to FOX16 News because she says her little girl can't. Benton Parks Director fired over missing funds
The City of Benton fired Parks Director Kitty Smith Monday after police found she had taken money from the city’s concession account and altered the financial records of the concession account. City leaders launch Pedestrian Safety campaign
It's often said the lifeblood of any city is its downtown. The truth of that notion could be realized in Little Rock. From President Clinton Avenue to Capitol Street, folks come and go on foot. Thousands of Arkansans cast votes ahead of primary
Thousands of Arkansans have cast their ballots on the first day of early voting ahead of the May 22 primary and non-partisan judicial election. Cabot shop owner charged in "fake pot" bust
A Cabot business owner now faces multiple felony charges related to a synthetic marijuana bust in April throughout Lonoke County. Judge orders suspect in firefighter death to undergo mental evaluation
A Pulaski County Judge has ordered a suspect in the death of a firefighter to undergo a mental evaluation. Woman lying in highway struck, killed by car
Arkansas State Police say a woman was killed when she was struck by a car while she was lying on a highway in Independence County. Green Party picks ex-Globetrotter for House seat
The Green Party of Arkansas says it's nominated former Harlem Globetrotter Fred Smith - who was ruled ineligible for the ballot as a Democrat - for a state House seat. |
| 05/06 | Update: Victims identified in North Little Rock double homicide
Pulaski County Investigators have identified two people found dead inside of a mobile home on Reed Road. UPDATE: Memorial planned for Arkansas Baptist student
Arkansas Baptist College has released the name of the student who was found dead in his dorm room Sunday afternoon. UALR Guardado Scholarship raises funds during Cinco de Mayo celebration
UALR holds its annual Cinco de Mayo fundraiser in honor of Patricia Guardado, the student police say was murdered on her way to class in October, 2011. Services scheduled for murdered teen
Memorial services for a murdered Little Rock teen are slated for next weekend. Urban garden to feed hungry
Fellowship North Church members took their mission to the streets by helping to create a new urban farm to feed the hungry.
LRFD gets new rescue boat
Water emergencies is what a new Little Rock Fire Department rescue boat will now respond to. This is the first weekend the agency put the vessel on water. Head-on collision leaves one person dead
The fatal crash happened just before midnight Saturday night. Texarkana police investigating death of 2-year-old
Police in Texarkana, Ark., say they're investigating the death of a 2-year-old boy whose welfare and living conditions had been the subject of Arkansas Department of Human Services investigations. |
| 05/05 | Mark Martin Pit Stop
Batesville native returns home for Mark Martin Fan Appreciation Day Families of murdered students honored at UCA graduation
Two families are honored at UCA graduation four years after two students are murdered on campus. Tossed unions rally for support
Members of PACT and PASS, the unions that used to represent teachers and support staff in the Pulaski County Special School District, rallied on the steps of the Arkansas State Capitol protesting their de-certification. AGFC: Guns are good for kids with training
This weekend, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission hosts the Youth Shooting Tournament at Remington Gun Club. But there is one participant who had to use his skills for protection earlier this week.
Fatal ATV crash
An overnight ATV crash claimed the life of a 27 year old man. Attorney death suspect captured
The man investigators believe is responsible for the death of a well-known attorney is behind bars. Pedestrian killed crossing I-630
Police say a homeless man from Fort Smith was hit and killed trying to cross I-630 near State Street. Capital murder suspect at large
Police want him for capital murder and say you should consider him armed and dangerous. Tossed unions rally for support
Dozens of teachers and other school workers gathered on the steps of the State Capitol, today, in an effort to build support for their cause. Shots fired into crowd leave one person wounded
Police are looking for the person or persons who fired shots into a crowd, leaving one man wounded. Bacteria blamed for Arkansas fish kill
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission says bacteria is the likely cause of a fish kill in Perry County. |
| 05/04 | PETA wants Faulkner County gambling investigation
Historically speaking, pigeons have been known to deliver messages. This week though, a letter about pigeons landed on Faulkner County Prosecuting Attorney Cody Hiland's desk. Man walking on highway in Pine Bluff hit and killed
A man who police say was walking on the Martha Mitchell Expressway in Pine Bluff was hit and killed Friday morning. Push for Arkansas casinos underway with ballot initiative
A group looking to start casinos in Arkansas began collecting signatures Friday to get on the November ballot. But those behind the idea for a "poker palace" already face opposition. Chad, Do My Job: Alligator Farm
I wanted to do something different for Chad, Do My Job so I decided to go to a farm that was over a hundred years old. Father and brother react after teen run over by van
A second cross now stands at the spot where 14-year-old Michael Stanley died Thursday. His brother, Zamir Bunche, is upset about the crime.
UCA to honor 2 slain students at commencement
The University of Central Arkansas will award honorary degrees to the parents of two students who were shot to death on campus in 2008. McDonalds evacuated after staff, patrons get sick
The McDonald's at Arch St. and Pratt Rd. has been evacuated according to Lt. Carl Minden of the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office. Mayor: Lowell police chief dies after wreck
Lowell Mayor Eldon Long says the city's police chief has died after a hit-and-run motorcycle crash in Florida. Teen killed after wallet theft was offered money by suspect
The man accused of running over and killing a 14-year-old boy offered money to the teen before the incident, according to the just-released police report. "Illuminate the Cure" event to release pink lanterns on AR River
Sixteen honorary chairs, including FOX16's Donna Terrell, will release the first of hundreds of pink floating lanterns over the Arkansas River at Illuminate the Cure: A Mother's Day Celebration. Facebook admits to accessing some text messages
What would you think if someone's reading your text messages, and it's not the person you sent it to? Chicot Co. tax collector found dead
Arkansas State Police and the Chicot County Sheriff's office are investigating the beating death of the Chicot County tax collector. |
| 05/03 | Friends talk about teen who stole wallet, then killed
Friends and family of 14-year-old Michael Stanley gather at Oak and 27th Streets Thursday night, the place where his life ended earlier in the day. 2nd person claims lotto tickets were tampered with
Another person comes forward claiming to fall victim to a lottery ticket scam. LREA approves 1% raise
The Little Rock Teachers and Support Staff Union voted unanimously to accept a 1% pay raise, retroactive to August of 2011. Pastors training to combat church violence
You don't have to look far to find incidents of violence in churches. A Cross County jury convicted a man last month for beating an elderly woman to death inside a church. Now area pastors are working on fighting back to try and protect their church members. Missing camper found alive at Arkansas campground
The Johnson County Sheriff's Office says a Lamar woman who went missing during a camping trip to the Haw Creek Falls campground has been found alive. Clinton teacher pleads not guilty to sexual assault
A Clinton Junior high teacher and coach charged with 1st degree sexual assault, pleaded not guilty in court Thursday.
He's the third employee of a Van Buren county School to face sexual assault charges in the last month. No rape charges in Bauxite Middle School investigation
Saline County Sheriff's detectives say after a thorough investigation, they've determined no rape happened at Bauxite Middle School. Hawker Beechcraft files for bankruptcy protection
Hawker Beechcraft filed for bankruptcy protection Thursday in the latest blow to Wichita's beleaguered aircraft industry, with the company saying it had reached an agreement with many creditors on a plan to restructure its debt.
Gunshots fired at rocket center in Huntsville
Authorities say gunshots have been fired into the U.S. Space & Rocket Center's Davidson facility in Huntsville. 1st degree murder charge for man suspected of intentionally running over teen
The man who police say ran over and killed a teenager who stole his wallet has been charged with 1st degree murder. Update: 15yo Benton runaway found
Police say they have found a teen who ran away from his home on April 21 and had not been seen since. Russellville jewelry theft suspect arrested in Texas
Officials from the Russellville Police Department have arrested a man suspected of robbing a jewelry store in April. Arkansas State trustees consider tuition increases
The Arkansas State University Board of Trustees will meet Friday to consider tuition increases at its campuses in the state. About 150 fish found dead in Arkansas lake
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is investigating the deaths of about 150 white bass in a lake in Perry County. |
| 05/02 | Parents allege 13-year-old raped at Bauxite Middle School
A mother of a 13-year-old says her daughter was raped on the campus of Bauxite Middle School. She is upset because, according to her, no action has been taken to protect her child. Man charged with fourth DWI
The Pope County Prosecutor’s Office is preparing its case against a man charged with his fourth DWI. Facebook "likes" have bonuses and drawbacks
So what do you "like?" From favorite photos to favorite brands, Facebook users have become obsessed with the like button and are reaping the benefits- from discounts to contest wins to inside information about their favorite brands. I-430 shutdown? AHTD hopes to avoid it next month
Completion of bridge spans over Interstate 430 may require lane shifts or lane closures on the interstate next month AHTD officials said Wednesday. Text-a-tip leads to stolen motorcycles, guns, drugs
Conway police officers served a search warrant shortly before two Wednesday afternoon and found what they believe to be recently stolen motorcycles from several different cities around central Arkansas. Sexual assault charge coming for Junior High School coach
A coach at Clinton Junior High school has been arrested and will be charged with first degree sexual assault on Thursday, according to Prosecuting Attorney Cody Hiland. Suspect in Ark. police shooting found dead
The Benton County Sheriff's Office has identified a man who was found dead after allegedly shooting a Rogers police officer. Arkansas revenues $93M ahead of forecast for year
Arkansas has collected $93.6 million more in revenue than expected for the year so far after enjoying a boost in sales and individual income tax collections last month, the state Department of Finance and Administration said Wednesday. Little Rock School District teachers, support staff to see raises
Little Rock teachers and support staff will see an increase in their paychecks. The union and the district came to an agreement late Wednesday afternoon. LRSD phone outage expected to be fixed on Thursday
The Little Rock School District says that an outage to its voicemail system is expected to be fixed by the end of the day on Thursday. Guilty verdict for man caught with 2,300 pounds of pot
An Arizona man carrying more than a ton of marijuana behind a false wall of a tractor-trailer was found guilty in federal court Tuesday. He could be sentenced to life in prison. Gingrich ends campaign, urges party to back Romney
Newt Gingrich, the colorful former House speaker and fiery partisan, formally exited the Republican presidential contest Wednesday and vowed to help Mitt Romney's bid to defeat President Barack Obama. Police: Junior Seau found dead at California home
Former NFL star Junior Seau was found shot to death at his home Wednesday morning in what police said appeared to be a suicide. He was 43. Suspect arrested in connection to Hot Springs County rape
Officials from the Hot Springs County Sheriff’s Office have arrested a man suspected of the rape of a 32-year-old female relative. Hot Springs County sex offender arrested
Officials from the Hot Springs County Sheriff’s Office have arrested a man who they say failed to follow sex offender registration guidelines. Prosecutors to seek death penalty in killing
Prosecutors say they'll seek the death penalty against a Hughes man charged with capital murder in the shooting death of a 62-year-old woman. Clerks speak out after firings in connection with Lottery lawsuit
Three men are fired and police say arrests could follow in a scandal prompting one Arkansas man to sue the Lottery Commission. Fired substitute in lap dancing class apologizes
The substitute teacher connected to a lap dancing incident at McClellan High School has released an apology. House on fire in North Little Rock
Officials from the North Little Rock Fire Department responded to the scene of a house fire Wednesday morning. Arkansas-LSU moved to Friday after Thanksgiving
The University of Arkansas football team will end its 2012 regular season on Friday, Nov. 23, against LSU in a game televised nationally on CBS, it was announced Wednesday. Rogers officer shot during routine patrol
A Rogers police officer is recovering after he was shot while investigating a parked vehicle at a Rogers park. |
| 05/01 | Crime Tracker Fighting Back: Preventing gun accidents with children
Believe it or not, 30 children are either killed or injured every day by firearms in the United States. Most of those incidents result from guns owned by the child's family or friends.
The startling fact is that most of them are preventable. Vandals hit Central Arkansas SPCA
Vandals hit the Central Arkansas SPCA not once, but twice, nearly destroying the new facility. 19 teens register to vote at Rock the Vote
Nineteen high school seniors who have never had a say in politics will now be able to vote this November. They registered to vote at Tuesday's Rock the Vote rally in North Little Rock. Man wanted in connection to school shooting arrested
An 18-year-old wanted in connection with a shooting incident at Pine Bluff High School last Friday has been captured by police. LR neighbors oppose idea of convenience store
The developer says he's aware of the stigma linked to convenience stores. In order to garner community support, he's willing not to sell alcohol. Police: One-armed man may have burglarized Shell station
Bryant Police are looking for two men who burglarized a Shell Station over the weekend, one of whom may only have one arm. Last active-duty C-130E takes flight
Members of the 19th Airlift Wing said goodbye to the Little Rock Air Force Base's last active-duty C-130E Tuesday. LRSD, employee union to resume raise discussion Wednesday
The Little Rock School District and its employee union will resume talks on raises Wednesday. Beebe man arrested on 15 sexual assault charges
Police arrested a man after a woman told them he had been sexually assaulting her 9-year-old daughter since October 2011. She said the most recent incident happened only a week ago. Rest-area attendant killed at I-40 welcome center
A Mulberry woman was arrested on a first-degree murder charge Tuesday after a rest-area attendant was fatally shot at a welcome center along Interstate 40, police and transportation officials said. Million dollar lottery ticket awarded to original buyer
After a 10 month long legal battle, a Searcy judge has awarded a one million dollar lottery ticket to the woman who originally purchased it. 3 arrested after Ark. man is killed by forklift
Authorities in northeast Arkansas say a teenager is accused of theft and negligent homicide after a man was crushed to death by a stolen forklift. 'Swamp People' stars not hurt in Arkansas crash
No one was killed in a five-vehicle pileup near the Arkansas-Louisiana state line that involved two stars from the "Swamp People" reality TV show. |
