Little Rock Local News

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...

Little Rock, Arkansas - In a boon to Little Rock's grocery scene, a fresh Asian supermarket is about to open its doors, joining existing favorites like Sam's and Mr. Chen’s. Located on South University Avenue, south of Asher/Colonel Glenn, adjacent to McDonald’s, the supermarket takes the place of an old car dealership, ensuring ample parking for its shoppers. While the construction of this building has been a steady process, recent visuals indicate its nearing completion. An image reveals shopping carts and other retail infrastructure inside, alongside a promising sign that reads, "Opening soon! End of September." Such additions are always beneficial, offering...

Little Rock, Arkansas - The EAST Initiative announced last Thursday the start of its recruitment process for the 2024-2025 school year, with an emphasis on the Department of Secondary Education/Arkansas Department of Education-Grant EAST. For the 2024-2025 academic cycle, the grant ensures the provision of startup funds for over 10 novel EAST programs. This financial support will accommodate the essential technology to establish a comprehensive EAST classroom and subsidize the mandatory professional development integral to the EAST curriculum. Schools in Arkansas, contemplating the introduction of EAST in the forthcoming year, are advised to complete the application form available at https://news.eastlink.me/nextstep. The...

Little Rock, Arkansas - The Arkansas regulatory body granted approval for a significant change in the ownership structure of Berner’s by Good Day Farm dispensary on Thursday. The majority stake, amounting to 52.69%, will now be under the control of Stephens MM LLC, a group that prominently features Little Rock billionaire, Warren Stephens, and his family. Warren Stephens and his spouse, Harriet Stephens, are among the stakeholders of Stephens MM LLC. Both will individually possess a 2.66% stake in the dispensary. Additionally, John Stephens, Laura Stephens, and Warren Miles Stephens will each have a share of 11.59%. Stephens MM LLC, comprising 24...

Little Rock, Arkansas - The Little Rock Police Department is conducting an investigation into a fatal shooting incident that took place on Labor Day. The incident occurred in the "1800 block of Wilson Road at 10:21 p.m." Upon reaching the location, officers discovered an injured male who, unfortunately, succumbed to his gunshot wounds on-site. As of now, the authorities have yet to disclose the identity of the deceased. The department urges anyone who might have information that could help in the investigation to reach out to the Major Crimes Division directly at 501-371-4660. The investigation is currently underway. Once more details become available, we will...

Little Rock, Arkansas - On Tuesday, the Policy-Making Committee of the Arkansas Legislative Council approved a tentative contract of approximately $3.87 million with Kinco Constructors, LLC. This contract aims to construct an underground tunnel starting at the state capitol. The initiative, termed the 'Arkansas State Capitol Secured Walkway,' plans to link the State Capitol basement and the Big Multi-Agency Complex (MAC) building's 4th/5th floors through an underground tunnel, which will be equipped with stairs and elevators on both sides. Rep. Lane Jean, representing District 99, expressed reservations about proceeding with the contract's ratification. "I just do not believe this is a proper expenditure...