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Sheriff: Still hope for finding flood survivors

The Sebastian County sheriff says there is still hope for finding survivors in a flood that killed two and left at least three people missing.

Plea deal rejected, Shoffner to stand trial

Former Arkansas state treasurer Martha Shoffner's guilty plea on extortion charges was rejected by Judge J. Leon Holmes in a Friday afternoon hearing in federal court in Little Rock. The case will now presumably go to trial.

Oden home washed away in flood

David and Mary Ann Lebow survived a flood washing away their home with them in it Friday morning.

Body found in creek on UALR campus

The body of an unidentified young, white male was found in Coleman Creek on the campus of UALR on Friday morning. Authorities said they received a call about the body at 10:40 a.m. after a student discovered it while walking to class.

Church heavily damaged by tornado in Paron

A church in Paron is cleaning up after being hit by a tornado Thursday.

"After Earth"

Kitai Raige (Jaden Smith) encounters some hostile fauna after his space craft crashes on Earth — 1,000 years after the evacuation of mankind in Columbia Pictures' "After Earth."

The Fold Mexican restaurant

Photos from The Fold Mexican restaurant.

Dassault Falcon announces $60 million expansion

Officials with Dassault Falcon Jets, as well as various city, state and foreign dignitaries were on hand Wednesday morning as the company announced a $60 million expansion at its Little Rock facility.

Robinson appointed treasurer

Gov. Mike Beebe on Wednesday appointed longtime legislative auditor Charles Robinson as state treasurer. He will serve the remainder of Martha Shoffner's term after she resigned amid criminal charges.

Ryne Stanek - NCAA Regional Preview

Arkansas pitcher Ryne Stanek previews the Razorbacks' upcoming trip to the NCAA Regional at Kansas State.

Raw: Train Derailment and Explosion in Maryland

In AP exclusive video, an explosion at a cargo train derailment in a Baltimore suburb that shook homes at least half a mile away is caught on camera.

Colby Suggs - NCAA Regional Preview

Arkansas pitcher Colby Suggs previews the Razorbacks' upcoming trip to the NCAA Regional at Kansas State.

Harsin talks schedule, first season

Arkansas State coach Bryan Harsin spoke at the Little Rock Rotary Club meeting on Tuesday afternoon. Among the topics, a possible home-and-home series with Miami and the upcoming first season in his tenure.

Razorbacks Recruiting Update

Richard Davenport updates the latest in Razorbacks recruiting.

Nataly Dawn: "Please Don't Scream"

"Please Don't Scream," from Nataly Dawn's new album, "How I Knew Her."

Dave Van Horn - NCAA Regional Preview

Arkansas coach Dave Van Horn previews the Razorbacks' upcoming trip to the NCAA Regional at Kansas State.

Barrett Astin - NCAA Regional Preview

Arkansas pitcher Barrett Astin previews the Razorbacks' NCAA Regional trip to Kansas State.

Matt Vinson - NCAA Regional Preview

Arkansas center fielder Matt Vinson previews the Razorbacks' NCAA Regional trip to Kansas State.

Fallen honored at Memorial Day service

Hundreds of veterans, officials, family and friends gathered to pay respects to fallen soldiers at the Arkansas Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock on Monday morning. Gov. Mike Beebe addressed the crowd of around 300, along with other dignitaries from the area.

High Intensity Circuit Workout

Pinky proves you can, too, do a seven-minute workout — even if you don't have time.

Obama Visits Oklahoma, Consoles Tornado Victims

President Barack Obama flew to tornado-ravaged Oklahoma Sunday, offering moral and monetary support to people still reeling from lost lives and shattered neighborhoods. He told survivors, "You've got folks behind you" across America.

Personal Space of: Keely Yount

Keely Yount sits in her favorite place, the corner of her Rogers apartment that she uses as an alternative work place away from her desk.

Middle-schoolers reflect on Memorial Day

Horace Mann Arts and Science Magnet Middle School students talk about Memorial Day as they plant American Flags on the headstones in Little Rock National Cemetary Friday morning. This is the 32th year that students from the school have set out the nearly 20,000 flags.

Personal Space: Paul Cantrell

Paul Cantrell loves a warm back but without the bubbles and rubber ducky. His favorite space with his master back with a luxurious soaking tub.

At least three dead in wreck in Scott

At least three people were killed Friday when an SUV ran off Arkansas 161 in Scott.

Scouts collect tornado relief supplies in Little Rock

A Little Rock Boy Scout troop is collecting supplies to deliver to relief workers in Moore, Okla., the city devastated by a massive tornado this week.

Ready, Steady, Go

Letty (Michelle Rodriguez) and Dom (Vin Diesel) race for pinks through London in this clip from Universal's Fast & Furious 6.

Torch run takes off from State Capitol

Organizers of the annual Arkansas Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics on Thursday began a leg of the relay from the State Capitol to Searcy.

Raw: Aftermath of Deadly Attack in London

Two men attacked another man near a London military barracks Wednesday, in what British authorities were investigating as a possible terror act. One man is dead and two others were wounded.

Joey

Actors Jon Hoceh, Brian Burns and Gregory Manley demonstrate how they bring Joey, a Hunter horse puppet, to life Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at the Walton Arts Center during Broadway Breakfast. Joey is one of the characters in the play, War Horse. Attendees listened to actors talk about how the 105 pound, life-sized horse was made, how the actors move in the structure and how they embody the character of Joey.

Raw video: Crews work to extinguish house fire in Pulaski County

A fire at a house in the 13000 block of Arkansas 365 north of Wrightsville caused heavy damage but no serious injuries, authorities said.

Returning dad surprises daughter at LR school

A dad returning from a 15-month deployment surprised his 4-year-old daughter Wednesday at the Fair Park Early Childhood Center in Little Rock.

Razorbacks Recruiting Update

Richard Davenport updates the latest in Razorbacks recruiting.

Moore tornado damage

The scene Tuesday morning in Moore, Okla.

Two injured in shooting at Verizon Arena

Two people were injured in a shooting shortly after 11 a.m. at Verizon Arena in North Little Rock. It occurred as Little Rock Parkview High School was releasing students from graduation practice and Little Rock McClellan High School students were coming in for their practice.

Dave Van Horn - SEC Tournament Preview

Arkansas coach Dave Van Horn previews the Razorbacks' upcoming games at the SEC Tournament in Hoover, Ala.

Huge tornado kills dozens near Oklahoma City

Dozens of people are dead after a huge tornado struck Moore, Okla., near Oklahoma City on Monday, May 20, 2013. Rescue crews are searching through the night for survivors and victims in an elementary school that the tornado destroyed.

Cesaria Evora sings "Mae Carinhosa"

Cesaria Evora sings "Mae Carinhosa".

Raw: Tornado on the ground in Oklahoma

One day after tornadoes killed two people in Oklahoma, a new tornado was spotted on the ground in Newcastle. Newcastle is located about 12 miles southwest of Moore, Okla.

Shoffner arraigned in federal court

Arkansas State Treasurer Martha Shoffner was arraigned in federal court in Little Rock Monday morning on extortion charges. The hearing lasted 10 minutes and Shoffner was released on her own recognizance afterward.

Tornadoes, storms strike U.S.

Tornadoes and severe weather struck the states from Texas to Minnesota on Sunday. The worst damage reported is in Oklahoma, where one person was killed and at least 21 injured.

Hiking near the Arkansas River

A hike of the Two Rivers Park bridge and the Trail of Parks Plaza.

Profile of Bill Schwab

University of Arkansas sociology professor Bill Schwab and former dean of the Fulbright College discusses his recent book "Right to Dream" Monday in Old Main on the campus in Fayetteville.

Spotlight on Kelly Zega

Kelly Zega describes her art work that she will create and make available during Starry Starry Night Almost Van Gogh the annual fund raiser for Youth Bridge. The event is held Saturday, June 1, from 6:30-10:00 pm and the artworks will be auctioned off through a silent auction during that time.

Dragon boat racing draws crowd to Burns Park

Hundreds of competitors and spectators gathered at Burns Park in North Little Rock Saturday for a dragon boat racing contest that raised money for the Children's Protection Center.

NTSB begins investigation into Conn. train crash

Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, as well as officials are from the NTSB briefed reporters Saturday morning on a major train crash left dozens hurt.

Personal Space: Timothy Faires

Timothy Faires stands in his favorite personal space, the garden at home in downtown Springdale.

Kyle Pate - State Championship Postgame

Fayetteville pitcher Kyle Pate, who is committed to Arkansas, recaps the Bulldogs' 6-3 win over Rogers in the state championship game.

Vance Arnold - State Championship Postgame

Fayetteville coach Vance Arnold recaps the Bulldogs' sixth state title after a 6-3 win over Rogers Friday at Baum Stadium.

Fallen officers honored in memorial at Capitol

A memorial was held to honor officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty on Friday afternoon at the State Capitol. Three law enforcement officers have died that have died this year were honored.

Amphitheater at Riverfront Park dedicated

Officials with the city, Riverfest and First Security Bank were on-hand Friday to dedicate the newly-minted First Security Amphitheater, which was opened after a 10-month renovation, mainly to repair a heavily-damaged roof.

What would Spock do?

James T. Kirk (Chris Pine) and the crew of the Starship Enterprise face a tough decision regarding the future of Mr. Spock (Zachary Quinto) in this clip from J.J. Abram's "Star Trek: Into Darkness." Courtesy of Paramount Pictures.

Raw: Damage From 200 Mph Texas Tornado

Forecasters say the tornado that claimed six lives and destroyed dozens of homes in North Texas is believed to have had winds up to 200 mph.

Dulcimer at the Peel Mansion

While waiting on his wife and other family members to tour the museum, Dennis Coop of Sherwood plays his dulcimer to pass the time while sitting in the rear of his vehicle in the parking lot at the Peel Mansion on Thursday, May 16, 2013, in Bentonville. The group is in town for the Arkansas State Master Garderners state conference which is being held in Rogers through Saturday.

May 16, 2013: Large LR apartment building burns

Authorities are working to find out what caused a fire that displaced more than 100 residents and destroyed dozens of units at a large Little Rock apartment building.

Festival Ballet presents 'Pinocchio'

A sneak peek at the Festival Ballet practicing for its production of "Pinocchio."

Lupita's Original Mexican Food

Shots of some of the items on the menu at Lupita's Original Mexican Food off Cantrell Road in Little Rock.

New sculpture unveiled at Riverfront Park

Kevin Kresse newest sculpture, Breaking the Cycle, was unveiled at a Wednesday morning ceremony at Little Rock's Riverfront Park. The piece was modeled in-part by his son, Roman, and by Kresse himself.

Dave Van Horn - Auburn Preview

Arkansas coach Dave Van Horn previews the Razorbacks' upcoming series against Auburn.

Ryne Stanek - Auburn Preview

Arkansas pitcher Ryne Stanek previews the Razorbacks' upcoming series against Auburn.

16 indicted on federal cocaine conspiracy charges

Federal investigators announced at a Tuesday afternoon press conference that 16 individuals were indicted on in a cocaine distribution conspiracy case.

Jake Wise - Auburn Preview

Arkansas catcher Jake Wise previews the Razorbacks' upcoming series against Auburn.

Chris Bucknam - NCAA Championship Preview

Arkansas men's track and field coach Chris Bucknam recaps the Razorbacks' SEC Outdoor Championship victory and previews the NCAA Outdoor Championships.

Lance Harter - NCAA Championship Preview

Arkansas women's track coach Lance Harter recaps the SEC Outdoor Championships and previews the upcoming NCAA Tournament.

Mike Larabee - NCAA Tournament preview

Arkansas softball coach Mike Larabee previews the Razorbacks' upcoming regional in Norman, Okla.

Shauna Estes-Taylor - NCAA Championship Preview

Arkansas women's golf coach Shauna Estes-Taylor (right) and golfer Emily Tubert (left) preview the upcoming NCAA Championship in Athens, Ga.

Razorbacks Recruiting Update

Richard Davenport updates the latest in Razorbacks recruiting.

Fallen deputies honored at service

The Pulaski County sheriff's office on Tuesday paid tribute to deputies killed in the line of duty, including one who died in 1911 and whose name was only recently added to the department memorial.

Bernice Garden

A tour of Bernice Gardens.

Students, teachers in England send package to space

Students and teachers with the England School District sent a weather balloon to the edge of space last week, equipped with a small video camera. The video chronicles the balloon's journey to heights up to 88,000 feet above the earth.

Dynamic and Static Stretches

Ashton Caton, health and wellness director for the Mercy Family YMCA in Rogers, demonstrates dynamic and static stretches Monday, April 15, 2013, at the Mercy Family YMCA in Rogers.

Dave Van Horn - Tennessee Postgame

Arkansas coach Dave Van Horn recaps the Razorbacks' 10-2 win over Tennessee on Sunday.

Spotlight on Mary Bess Mulhollan

The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks is readying for it's annual fundraiser Greening of the Garden event that takes place Tuesday May 14. Longtime Botanical volunteer Mary Bess Mulhollan discusses her work and her favorite areas and one her fund raising efforts for the garden.

Profile of Bob Stevenson

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith theater director and instructor Bob Stevenson describes the activities that take place in the scene shop backstage in the Breedlove Auditorium on campus.

Dave Van Horn - Tennessee Postgame

Arkansas coach Dave Van Horn, left fielder Brian Anderson and starting pitcher Ryne Stanek recap the Razorbacks' 11-1 win over Tennessee Saturday.

Pakistanis go to polls, election marred by bombs

Defying threats of violence, Pakistanis streamed to the polls Saturday for a historic vote. But militant attacks that killed 22 people underlined the risks many people took just casting their ballots. (May 11)

Raw video: 40 dead in Turkey car bombings near Syria

Turkey's interior minister says the death toll in the explosions in a town across the border from Syria is around 40, according to private NTV television. Muammer Guler said Saturday around 100 other people were injured car bomb explosions.

Persona Space of: Keith Sibley

Keith Sibley in his favorite personal space, the sitting area of his bedroom in his home in Fayetteville.

Dave Van Horn - Tennessee Postgame

Arkansas coach Dave Van Horn recaps the Razorbacks' 8-3 loss to Tennessee

Trent Daniel - Tennessee Preview

Arkansas pitcher Trent Daniel previews the Razorbacks' upcoming series against Tennessee.

"The Great Gatsby"

Nick Carraway (Tobey Maguire) and Jordan Baker (Elizabeth Debicki) discuss the mysterious Jay Gatsby in this clip from Baz Luhrman's "The Great Gatsby." Courtesy of Warner Bros.

Matt Vinson - Tennessee Preview

Arkansas outfielder Matt Vinson previews the Razorbacks' upcoming series against Tennessee.

Artist Stacy Levy talks about Spiral Wetland

Artist Stacy Levy and a crew of divers, kayakers and other builders have been building a plant-based structure "Spiral Wetland" in Lake Fayetteville. The semi-permanent structure will be completed in the next few days with the idea of improving fish habitat and water quality.

Chris Bucknam - SEC Outdoor Championships Preview

Arkansas men's track & field coach Chris Bucknam previews the upcoming SEC Outdoor Championships.

Ciao

From a tree to a bear

Gary Keenan, a chainsaw sculptor from Des Moines, Iowa, carves a bear out of a tree in front of Wingo Hall on the University of Central Arkansas campus Wednesday in Conway. The tree is one of a group which was planted on campus shortly after WWII to honor the memory of UCA alumni who fought in the war. The sculpture should be completed by the end of the week.

Razorbacks Recruiting Update

Richard Davenport updates the latest in Razorbacks recruiting.

Farmers Market

Abraham Carpenter Jr. of Carpenter's Produce talks about his business Tuesday at the Little Rock Farmer's Market in the River Market Pavilion.

Lance Harter - SEC Outdoor Championships Preview

Arkansas women's track & field coach Lance Harter previews the upcoming SEC Outdoor Championships.

Brad McMakin - NCAA Regional Preview

Arkansas men's golf coach Brad McMakin previews the Razorbacks' upcoming appearance in the NCAA Fayetteville Regional scheduled for this weekend.

Neighbor: 'I thought this girl was dead'

Cleveland resident Charles Ramsey thought he was witnessing a domestic dispute when he heard a woman screaming, trying to get out of a house. He was shocked to find that three women were allegedly held hostage near his home for years.

Dave Van Horn - May Swatter's Club

Arkansas coach Dave Van Horn speaks following his appearance Monday at the Swatter's Club in Fayetteville.

Two found dead in Little Rock house

A man and a woman were found dead Monday in a house in Little Rock.

Cartwheels

Pinky witnesses an amazing display of human ability in War Memorial Stadium.

Hiking Little Rock's Downtown Bridges

Happy Trails enjoys brilliant views of the capital city while crossing the Arkansas River on two pedestrian spans.

Tech Spotlight: Crayola Light Marker

The Crayola Light Marker works with the Apple iPad. The package includes a stand to hold the iPad while using the Light Marker.

Obama dares graduates to reject cynical voices

President Barack Obama told college graduates Sunday that only their generation can break the cycle of a political system consumed by "small things" that works for the benefit of a few.

Spotlight on Mechelle and Jack Sinclair

Mechelle and Jack Sinclair talk about the 2013 Heart Ball, a major fundraiser for the American Heart Association that will be held May 11 in Rogers.

Profile of Scott Eccleston

Scott Eccleston, director of facilities and grounds for Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art; photographed on Wednesday, April 24, 2013, for nwprofiles on the trails at the Bentonville museum

Maumelle River Largemouths

Mike Romine puts on a bass- catching clinic Monday on the Little Maumelle River near Little Rock

Graham-Moll wedding reception

St. James United Methodist Church was the setting April 27 for the marriage of Donna Katherine Moll and Andrew Grimsley Graham. A reception at the Junior League of Little Rock Building followed the ceremony.

Personal Space: Susan Jasan

Susan Jasan sits in her favorite personal space, the swing on the back deck of her home in Rogers.

Bill and Hillary Clinton help dedicate airport renaming

Bill and Hillary Clinton returned to Little Rock Friday for the formal dedication of the Little Rock airport renamed after them.

Barrett Astin - Kentucky Preview

Arkansas pitcher Barrett Astin discusses the pitching staff, which Colby Suggs has dubbed "the staff infection," and previews the Razorbacks' upcoming series against Kentucky.

Buckyball LED Sculpture

Leo Villareal's "Buckyball" lighted LED scupture randomly changes colors and patterns Wednesday, May 1, 2013, outside the entrance to Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville.

Dave Van Horn - Kentucky Preview

Arkansas coach Dave Van Horn previews the Razorbacks' upcoming series at Kentucky.

Man seriously injured in wreck on Colonel Glenn

An 18-year-old male was seriously injured after rolling his SUV coming off an exit ramp from Interstate 430 southbound onto Colonel Glenn Road on Thursday afternoon around 1 p.m.

Renovation ideas presented to LR Zoo

The Houston-based firm GLMV Architecture presented concepts to the Little Rock Zoo Board of Governors on Thursday, outlining a propose renovation plan. The plan is a rough draft and will be updated and altered.

Pelosi 'prays' Hillary Clinton will run for president

House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi said during a lecture in Little Rock that she prays Hillary Clinton will make a run for the White House in 2016.

Jake Wise - Kentucky Preview

Arkansas catcher Jake Wise previews the Razorbacks' upcoming series with Kentucky.

E's Bistro

Colby Suggs - Kentucky Preview

Arkansas closer Colby Suggs previews the Razorbacks' upcoming series with Kentucky.

Rocky Ridge Refuge

Rocky Ridge Refuge is an animal rescue shelter located in Midway, Ark.