Little Rock Local News

Little Rock, Arkansas - The Little Rock Police Department has initiated a request to the state's Law Enforcement Standards and Training Commission for the decertification of a former officer, Henry Topps. This follows his misconduct that was linked to a fatal incident involving a 12-year-old driver and a 14-year-old passenger in 2021. The decertification proceedings commenced after Topps' resignation, which occurred during an investigation into the incident. The Commission received the department's request on March 30th, setting off the decertification process. Topps, who has been informed about these proceedings, has a period of 20 days to dispute the decertification and ask...

Little Rock, Arkansas - Law enforcement in Little Rock reported the arrest of two individuals in relation to a fatal shooting incident that transpired in December. The Little Rock Police Department disclosed that homicide investigators have apprehended Carlo Spencer, a 20-year-old male, linked to the shooting event on Dec. 6, situated on the 11500 block of West Markham Street. Officials have brought charges of capital murder against Spencer. Simultaneously, detectives have arrested 21-year-old Kevin Pringle, another suspect associated with the same shooting incident. Pringle, too, is facing a capital murder charge. In addition, on the preceding Friday, a representative from LRPD indicated...

Little Rock, Arkansas - In an initiative to bolster the fire department's resources, the City of Little Rock Board of Directors has sanctioned an amount of $8.5 million for the purchase of new fire trucks. The board approved the substantial funding to facilitate the acquisition of numerous new vehicles for the department. This significant investment will include the addition of seven state-of-the-art pumper trucks and a novel ladder truck to the Little Rock Fire Department's fleet. In a recent social media post, the city expressed that this approval demonstrates its commitment to prioritize safety, reinforcing their investment in the capabilities and preparedness...

Little Rock, Arkansas – The Park Plaza Mall in Little Rock is hosting a complimentary community gathering, the Family Touch-a-Truck event, aimed at providing families with a unique opportunity to explore a variety of specialized vehicles. The event is scheduled to take place in the southwest parking lot of the mall on Saturday, commencing at 11 a.m. and concluding at 3 p.m., as stated by an official representative. A broad spectrum of vehicles will be showcased during the event, with options extending from police cars and ambulances to fire trucks and more, according to a mall spokesperson. A number of local and regional...

Little Rock, Arkansas - In an endeavor to elevate the quality of its emergency response services, Little Rock has initiated the deployment of an innovative 911 protocol system. This system, referred to as the priority dispatch system, has been designed with an emphasis on the harmonization and standardization of emergency call handling, thereby enabling consistent procedures in crisis scenarios. Leveraging a logic-based methodology, the system is poised to introduce significant advancements to the management of emergency calls within the city. A prominent attribute of the priority dispatch system is its facilitation of effective information gathering by call handlers. This is achieved...

Little Rock, Arkansas - The Pulaski County Government has announced that it will be conducting a job fair at the Arkansas Workforce Center, located at 5401 S. University Ave. in Little Rock. This event is scheduled for Wednesday, September 13, and will run from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Multiple county departments will be present at this fair with the intention of filling open positions. Pulaski County Government, recognized for its competitive pay structure, also offers an array of benefits to its employees. These include health insurance, paid time off, sick leave, in addition to ten paid holidays, provisions for retirement,...

Little Rock, Arkansas - Arkansas is fast approaching its tax-free weekend. From the first minute of Saturday, August 5, until the last on Sunday, August 6, Arkansas will be having a sales tax holiday. The tax-free window is a perfect opportunity for shoppers to procure a variety of items without the additional burden of state and local sales or use tax. The range of tax-exempt goods extends from electronic devices and school essentials to art supplies and instructional materials. Clothing is also included in the roster of tax-free items. It is important to note that all retailers are obligated to comply with the terms...

Little Rock, Arkansas - A teenager from Little Rock has been handed a five-year prison sentence following a plea agreement. The sentence is the outcome of a case stemming from a shooting incident that seriously wounded his 12-year-old sister. The young man was 17 when the shooting occurred on Grand Avenue on November 4, 2022. His sister suffered severe injuries to her head and arm during the incident. Prior to the plea deal, the young man faced three felony charges, implying the seriousness of the allegations against him. In earlier reports, the teen had fabricated a story, asserting that his sister had fallen victim...

Little Rock, Arkansas - A former employee of Simmons Bank now faces multiple charges related to fraud and theft. Prosecutors assert that Susan E. Ross, a 37-year-old resident of Mountain View, allegedly embezzled approximately $30,000 from seven elderly customers. Following a careful examination of the evidence presented, a judge determined that there was sufficient cause to proceed with legal action. Ross has been charged with 29 counts of non-financial identity fraud and seven counts of theft of property. The investigation was set in motion after one of the victims contacted Simmons Bank on October 14, 2022, to report unauthorized withdrawals from her...

Little Rock, Arkansas - The Little Rock Police Department is conducting an investigation into a tragic incident involving a fatal shooting. The incident took place in the 5001 block of West 65th Street, prompting a swift response from law enforcement authorities. Upon receiving a report of shots fired at approximately 5:44 a.m. on Saturday, officers promptly arrived at the scene and discovered an individual who had sustained an apparent gunshot wound. Recognizing the seriousness of the situation, immediate action was taken to ensure the victim's well-being. The injured person was expeditiously transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. Regrettably, despite the...