Here's the latest local and regional news from the Little Rock Public Radio Newsroom for Friday, May 2, 2025.
- Son of northeast Arkansas lawmaker arrested on charges of sexual indecency with a child.
- Husband of Hot Springs' School District Superintendent arrested on parole violation.
- Former Democratic gubernatorial candidate is dropping a lawsuit against president of Arkansas Senate.
- Arkansas state Sen. Dan Sullivan held town hall meeting to answer questions following legislative session.
- Visas for international students at University of Arkansas, Fayetteville reinstated.
- UA Little Rock celebrates $7.5 million gift from Windgate Foundation.
- Ouachita Baptist University faculty issue vote of "no confidence" against school president.
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