Little Rock Local News

Little Rock, Arkansas - Members of the Little Rock Housing Authority, also known as the Metropolitan Housing Alliance, are firm in their decision: they will not be resigning from their positions. This announcement follows a request from Mayor Frank Scott Jr. last week, where he urged all five board members, including board Chairman Lee Lindsey, to step down. The mayor's call for resignation was not without reason. He pointed out "failures" in their job responsibilities, with a particularly glaring issue being the board's inability to present correctly audited records. Mayor Scott Jr. made a serious allegation by stating that “hundreds of...

Little Rock, Arkansas - The Little Rock Police Department (LRPD) has made significant progress in the homicide investigation from last week, which took place at a hotel in west Little Rock. The authorities have now made a second arrest in relation to the case. Details Surrounding the Investigation On Wednesday, officials from the LRPD announced the arrest of 32-year-old Brandon Jones, linking him to the fatal shooting of Jonathan Foster, aged 30. The tragic incident occurred the previous Wednesday evening at MainStay Suites, situated at 10800 Kanis Road. Upon arrival, authorities found Foster suffering from a gunshot wound. While he was promptly...

Little Rock, Arkansas - The Little Rock Police Department has issued a plea to the public, seeking assistance in the search for a runaway teenager. The concerned teen is 16-year-old Skylar Ouzts, last known to be in Little Rock. Descriptive Details and Contact Information Skylar is described as standing at a height of 5'1" and weighing approximately 120 pounds. As the search continues, the urgency to locate and ensure her safety grows. Authorities are appealing to anyone with potential leads or information regarding Skylar's whereabouts. They are encouraged to reach out immediately to Sergeant Thomas at (501) 404-3037. Additionally, the Little Rock Communications...

Little Rock, Arkansas - A crash involving a firetruck and an SUV in Little Rock Tuesday morning resulted in minor injuries to four individuals. The incident occurred as firefighters from the Little Rock Fire Department (LRFD) were en route to a grass fire. The fire crew was responding to the call shortly after 10 a.m. when the unexpected collision took place at the intersection of West 65th Street and Geyer Springs Road. According to LRFD officials, the impact was severe enough to tip the firetruck on its side. Of those involved in the accident, three were firefighters from the responding unit, while...

Little Rock, Arkansas - The heart of Little Rock was bustling with activity this Sunday as the 12th annual Main Street Food Truck Festival took place, with a staggering 35,000 attendees expected to grace Main Street. This event, spearheaded by the Downtown Little Rock Partnership—a nonprofit dedicated to the downtown area's revitalization—was originally conceived as a strategy to attract crowds to downtown during weekends. Over the years, while the core objective remains the same, the festival has evolved into a platform where the community can contribute to public art and other cost-free events in Little Rock. Nashiya Adams, the proud owner...

Little Rock, Arkansas - An officer from the Little Rock Police Department (LRPD) has come under scrutiny after being involved in a suspected drunk driving incident early Saturday morning. According to reports, authorities were dispatched to an accident at the River Market Parking Deck, located at 500 East 2nd Street, at approximately 2:30 a.m. Upon arrival, officials discovered Officer Paul Riley, apparently unconscious inside his vehicle. In a statement released by the LRPD, it was clarified that Riley was neither on duty at the time of the incident nor actively serving the department. Instead, he was on an extended leave, fulfilling a...

Little Rock, Arkansas - A resident of Pulaski County has won the $999,000 LOTTO jackpot prize, as announced by the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery (ASL) on Friday. The winner has chosen to remain unidentified. The ASL reported that the individual purchased the ticket from J Grace Mart Inc. in Little Rock for the drawing on September 13. The winning numbers for the draw were 1, 5, 17, 18, 23, and 39, all of which were matched by the winner. The winner stated, "I went to the store with my brother-in-law to purchase a LOTTO ticket since the drawing was going to be held...

Little Rock, Arkansas - September marks the month of Independence Day celebrations for numerous Latin American nations. In Central Arkansas, multiple events are scheduled to honor the independence, cultural heritage, and history of these countries. Events in Little Rock: Hispanic Heritage Festival will take place in North Little Rock at Argenta Plaza (510 Main St) on Saturday, September 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. CALS Children's Library and Learning Center is organizing a Spanish Storytime on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Club Sway will be hosting Lola's Latin Night on Friday, September 15, 2023, from 9:00 p.m. to 2:00...

Little Rock, Arkansas - On Tuesday, Little Rock officials stated that a section of Main Street in the downtown area would undergo a temporary closure due to an upcoming food truck festival, leading to certain route diversions. The Main Street Food Truck Festival will result in the shutdown of Main Street on Sunday, Sept. 17, spanning from 3 a.m. to 10 p.m. Specifically, the impacted area will extend between Third and Ninth Streets and will include Capitol Avenue from Louisiana to Scott Streets. Additionally, several parking lots in the vicinity, namely 4th & Main, Wagon Mural lot, Koi Mural lot (6th &...

Little Rock, Arkansas - The Little Rock City Board has greenlit the addition of 30 state-of-the-art cameras for the Little Rock Police Department, linked directly to the real-time crime center. These upgraded devices present a stark contrast to some of the existing cameras in the city. Major Ty Tyrell commented on the current system, noting, "You can tell by looking at the image quality that it's very poor. It's very difficult. We can see a vehicle moving, but comparing anything on it is tough." In comparison, the newer cameras offer vastly improved image clarity. Major Tyrell emphasized the advantages, stating, "This is...