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1 day ago | 
ualrpublicradio.org | Josie Lenora
Former Pine Bluff Police Chief Denise Richardson filed a lawsuit on Monday against both the city and the mayor, alleging she was wrongfully terminated. The case centers on personnel decisions made by Mayor Vivian Flowers, a former Democratic state legislator. The two city officials clashed over the terminations of police officers. Richardson tried to revoke certifications from two officers for disciplinary reasons.
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3 days ago | 
ualrpublicradio.org | Josie Lenora
passed this year is making it harder for Arkansans to put proposals on the ballot. Arkansas is unique in being one of the few states to have a direct democracy process — a right given to citizens through the state constitution. Groups can organize to put proposals on the ballot, both new laws and amendments to the state constitution. In the past, voters have made decisions on casinos, marijuana and minimum wage, all referred to the ballot through the petition process.
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1 week ago | 
kuaf.com | Josie Lenora
This story is from our partner Little Rock Public Radio. The official end of the state legislative session was held Monday, May 5. Little Rock Public Radio’s Politics and Government Reporter Josie Lenora has this report on the brief morning of ceremony. Ozarks at Large Arkansas LegislatureArkansas General Assembly
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2 weeks ago | 
kuaf.com | Josie Lenora
This story is from our partner Little Rock Public Radio. A new law mandating the Ten Commandments be displayed in all Arkansas public school classrooms was signed by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders. The law is shrouded in religious and First Amendment controversies. In resisting the law putting the Ten Commandments in every Arkansas classroom, the Rev. Britney Stillwell wondered: does this trivialize my religion? “At best they blend in and become something we don't pay attention to,” she said.
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2 weeks ago | 
kuaf.com | Roby Brock |Pete Hartman |Kyle Kellams |Josie Lenora
For more than 50 years, KUAF has been your source for reliable news, enriching music and community. Your generosity allows us to bring you trustworthy journalism through programs like Morning Edition, All Things Considered and Ozarks at Large. As we build for the next 50 years, your support ensures we continue to provide the news, music and connections you value. Your contribution is not just appreciated— it's essential! Please become a sustaining member today.
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2 weeks ago | 
ualrpublicradio.org | Josie Lenora
A new law mandating the Ten Commandments be displayed in all Arkansas public school classrooms was signed by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders. The law is shrouded in religious and First Amendment controversies. In resisting the law putting the Ten Commandments in every Arkansas classroom, the Rev. Britney Stillwell wondered: does this trivialize my religion? “At best they blend in and become something we don't pay attention to,” she said.
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2 weeks ago | 
ualrpublicradio.org | Josie Lenora
Abortion rights activists held a staged re-enactment Saturday at the site of what was once the state's only surgical abortion clinic. Little Rock Public Radio's Josie Lenora spoke with News Director Daniel Breen about the event; you can listen to their full conversation above, or read a transcript below: Daniel Breen: Almost three years have passed since abortion was outlawed in Arkansas.
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3 weeks ago | 
kuaf.com | Josie Lenora |Matthew Moore
For more than 50 years, KUAF has been your source for reliable news, enriching music and community. Your generosity allows us to bring you trustworthy journalism through programs like Morning Edition, All Things Considered and Ozarks at Large. As we build for the next 50 years, your support ensures we continue to provide the news, music and connections you value. Your contribution is not just appreciated— it's essential! Please become a sustaining member today.
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4 weeks ago | 
kuaf.com | Roby Brock |Kyle Kellams |Josie Lenora |Matthew Moore
For more than 50 years, KUAF has been your source for reliable news, enriching music and community. Your generosity allows us to bring you trustworthy journalism through programs like Morning Edition, All Things Considered and Ozarks at Large. As we build for the next 50 years, your support ensures we continue to provide the news, music and connections you value. Your contribution is not just appreciated— it's essential! Please become a sustaining member today.
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4 weeks ago | 
kuaf.com | Josie Lenora
For more than 50 years, KUAF has been your source for reliable news, enriching music and community. Your generosity allows us to bring you trustworthy journalism through programs like Morning Edition, All Things Considered and Ozarks at Large. As we build for the next 50 years, your support ensures we continue to provide the news, music and connections you value. Your contribution is not just appreciated— it's essential! Please become a sustaining member today.
