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Legislation that would overhaul the state’s higher education system awaits the governor’s signature following the approval of identical bills by the Arkansas Legislature on Monday. -
Officials in northern Arkansas are assessing damage and continuing recovery efforts after severe storms and tornadoes moved through the region over the weekend. -
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders held a press conference with lawmakers and law enforcement to promote a bill to create “The Defense Against Criminal Illegals Act” Monday. -
Federal workers respond to sweeping cuts by the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency. -
Supporters of Arkansas ACCESS say it will spur education and workforce growth. Opponents say parts of the 123-page bill will disenfranchise students and educators. It could become law as early as this week. -
A dynamic storm that prompted foreboding predictions of dangerous weekend weather spawned tornadoes, dust storms and wildfires. -
The continuing resolution will keep the government funded until September. -
Hear this week's episode of the Arkansas Newswrap, presented by Little Rock Public Radio, KUAF Fayetteville and KASU Jonesboro. -
Meanwhile, lawmaker introduces language in appropriation bill to prohibit funds to ALA-affiliated libaries -
Eric E. Harrison joins Little Rock Public Radio to share upcoming arts and culture events in Central Arkansas.
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