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The Latest: First debate clash is over private insurance Questions over private health insurance have provoked the first clash of the Democratic presidential debate. by The Associated Press Updated 1 min. ago

Golfer files petition to delay War Memorial Golf Course's closure A request for an injunction that would delay the closure of Little Rock’s War Memorial Golf Course was filed in Pulaski County circuit court today. by Rachel Herzog 7 hrs. ago

Arkansas abortion clinics file suit to halt statewide restrictions Arkansas' three abortion clinics, backed by the American Civil Liberties Union of Arkansas, on Wednesday filed a federal lawsuit challenging three newly passed abortion laws that are scheduled to go into effect statewide on July 24. by Linda Satter 3 hrs. ago

Fiancé of woman charged with killing former Arkansas senator maintains her innocence; few details in case released The fiancé of the woman accused of killing former Arkansas Sen. Linda Collins said in a nationally televised interview Wednesday that she “isn’t capable” of doing so as details about the killing remained scant. by Youssef Rddad 9 hrs. ago

Henderson State freezes hiring in face of debt; plans for lines of credit fall through Days after scheduling and then canceling a board meeting aimed at seeking a credit line of up to an additional $2 million, Henderson State University announced a hiring freeze and other spending cuts as student debt has spiraled. by Debra Hale-Shelton 16 hrs. ago

Former Arkansas senator's guilt saddens state leaders State officials and lawmakers said Tuesday that they are sad and disappointed over former Sen. Jeremy Hutchinson's admission to committing federal crimes. "Jeremy has been engaged as a part-time legislator for many years, and I am deeply saddened with this breach of the public trust," Gov. Asa Hutchinson, who is an uncle of Jeremy Hutchinson, said in a written statement. by John Moritz, Michael R. Wickline 16 hrs. ago

PAGES FROM THE PAST: 1871 The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette is reprinting from its archives one page a day from each of the 200 years since the first issue of The Arkansas Gazette appeared Nov. 20, 1819. We chose these pages for reasons that range from historic significance to how legible we can make the antique ink. What was printed in these old pages reflects our history but not necessarily our values today.

Jaylin Williams enjoys 1st Arkansas trip since Musselman hiring Fort Smith Northside senior center Jaylin Williams made his first on-campus visit Wednesday afternoon since the hiring of Eric Musselman. by Richard Davenport 3 hrs. ago

Fourth Arkansas medical marijuana dispensary OK'd to open LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas has cleared a Helena-West Helena dispensary to begin selling medical marijuana, making it the fourth business to be approved. by The Associated Press 3 hrs. ago

UNDER THE RADAR: Springdale Har-Ber's Hunter Wood Each Wednesday, we feature an in-state prospect who could be flying under the radar of college coaches. by Richard Davenport 4 hrs. ago

Lawsuit calls Arkansas 'ag-gag' law unconstitutional LITTLE ROCK — A legal advocacy organization has filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging an Arkansas state law that farm organizations have used to shield themselves from undercover investigations by animal rights groups. by The Associated Press Updated 5 hrs. ago

Democrats hope Mueller testimony will have 'profound impact' WASHINGTON — The chairman of the House Judiciary Committee says he expects special counsel Robert Mueller to have "a profound impact" when he testifies before Congress on July 17, even though Mueller has said he won't provide any new information. by The Associated Press Updated 5 hrs. ago

'The Voice' to hold auditions in Northwest Arkansas The Emmy-award winning vocal competition The Voice will hold auditions in Fayetteville. by Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette 5 hrs. ago

Authorities add human trafficking charge for Arkansas man accused of sexually assaulting child Prosecutors allege a central Arkansas man recruited a 12-year-old for commercial sex and for years sexually abused him until he was an adult, according to new charges filed this week. by Youssef Rddad 6 hrs. ago

KARK anchor publishes children's book, plans to host readings, signings A morning news anchor in Little Rock has released her first book, a children's story involving wild animals, a journey across Africa and the lessons friends have to teach. by Josh Snyder 6 hrs. ago

Senate to pass $4.6B border aid measure; Pelosi seeks talks WASHINGTON — The GOP-held Senate is poised to pass a bipartisan $4.6 billion measure to deliver aid to the southern border before the government runs out of money to care for thousands of migrant families and unaccompanied children. The vote comes after the chamber moved to swiftly reject a measure passed by House Democrats Tuesday night. by The Associated Press Updated 6 hrs. ago

First woman appointed to full term on Arkansas Game and Fish panel An Arkansas woman has been appointed to a full term on the commission that regulates hunting and fishing for the first time in state history. by The Associated Press 6 hrs. ago

Police: Teen hurt running from Little Rock shooting; bullet hits house with kids inside A 17-year-old was hurt running away from a Tuesday evening shooting that also saw a bullet pierce through a Little Rock home with three children inside, authorities said. by Youssef Rddad 6 hrs. ago

Gunman in surgeon's mask robs Little Rock Subway A gunman wearing a surgeon's mask made off with cash Tuesday evening after robbing a Little Rock sandwich shop, authorities said. by Youssef Rddad 6 hrs. ago

Police: Man arrested in deadly North Little Rock shooting, kidnapping Authorities said they arrested a man in connection with a North Little Rock homicide and kidnapping that took place earlier this month following a pursuit Wednesday morning. by Josh Snyder Updated 6 hrs. ago

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2 officers on leave after 'exchange of gunfire' in Pine Bluff; minor arrested, no one hurt Two officers are on administrative leave Wednesday after an "exchange of gunfire" in Pine Bluff the previous night, authorities said. by Josh Snyder

Arkansas man arrested after pursuit in North Little Rock; minivan at one point traveled wrong way on I-40, police say A 39-year-old man led North Little Rock police on a chase Monday night after officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop, authorities said. by Josh Snyder

Ex-Sen. Hutchinson pleads guilty to tax fraud, felony bribery charges Former state Sen. Jeremy Hutchinson pleaded guilty Tuesday in a Little Rock federal courtroom to felony bribery and tax fraud charges, and he agreed to plead guilty to a third charge in Missouri next month. by Eric Besson, Linda Satter

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