Lakyra Banks

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A University of Central Arkansas Religious Studies Professor weighed in on what the selection of Pope Leo XIV means for the Catholic church. Prior to Pope Leo's selection on Thursday, professor Clayton Crockett said the odds of the next Pope being American seemed low. However, he said Pope Leo's time in Peru and close relationship with the late Pope Francis likely helped in his selection.

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Police in Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley confirmed at least two deaths by suicide over the weekend. Now, many are left with grief, questions, and concerns. The Arkansas Crisis Center is just one resource available to people in Arkansas. They manage the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline for the state. After the events of last weekend, they're urging the community to check-in with themselves and others.

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This summer marks the second straight summer the Rogers Public Library is mostly closed due to storm damage from the May 2024 tornado. Although progress has been made, some in the community say it hasn't been enough. "I'm angry that it's been, you know, we're going on a year now, and we're still struggling to get it open," said Sid Riley, who lives in Rogers. Since the tornado last May, only the lobby has reopened for book pickup, and limited programs and services.

1 week ago | 4029tv.com | Lakyra Banks

Local leaders have said the storm recovery process has stretched out since the May 2024 storm that produced tornadoes, lots of destruction and took the lives of 3 in Northwest Arkansas.Randall Waldron with John Brown University is a Professor of Economics and International Business. He explained how supply chain issues coupled with the uncertainty created by tariffs is making that recovery taking longer and will cost the community more."There's uncertainty, there's threat of increased prices.

1 week ago | 4029tv.com | Lakyra Banks

SMITH. RESPONDING. THE POLICE ARE RESPONDING TO A SHOOTING THAT HAPPENED TONIGHT NEAR THE STEEL HORSE RALLY. >> SO POLICE SAY OFFICERS RESPONDED TO NORTH SEVENTH STREET, A STREET. ONE PERSON WAS SHOT. THEY WERE TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT. WE’LL KEEP YOU UPDATED ON WHAT HAPPENS NEXT. >> AND AGAIN, THAT HAPPENED JUST A BLOCK AWAY FROM GARRISON AVENUE.