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Daily Newscast for Thursday, January 15, 2026

Here's the latest local and regional news from the Little Rock Public Radio Newsroom for Thursday, January 15, 2026.

- U.S. Department of Defense to invest $1 billion in rocket manufacturer L3Harris.

- Arkansas TV CEO defends decision to disaffiliate from PBS.

- Arkansas House candidate allowed to remain on ballot despite past hot check charge.

- New lawsuit filed against candidate seeking Pulaski Co. Quorum Court seat.

- Northwest Arkansas doctor deemed fit to stand trial for Medicaid fraud charges.

- Little Rock officials approve multi-million-dollar renovation of Ottenheimer Market Hall.

Listen to live newscasts from Little Rock Public Radio each weekday during NPR's Morning Edition from 6 to 9 a.m., during All Things Considered from 4 to 6 p.m., and online at littlerockpublicradio.org.

Maggie Ryan is a reporter and local host of All Things Considered for Little Rock Public Radio.