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Daily Newscast for Friday, March 27, 2026

Here's the latest local and regional news from the Little Rock Public Radio Newsroom for Friday, March 27, 2026.

- Health advocates raise concerns on upcoming Medicaid work requirements impact on people diagnosed with HIV.

- Former Vice President Kamala Harris to give keynote speech at annual Democratic Party of Arkansas dinner.

- Arkansas flu activity slows to "low" level of spread for the first time in over three months.

- U.S. Sen. Tom Cotton introduces legislation to allow farmers to use off-road diesel for on-road use amid rising fuel prices.

- UA Little Rock names Travis Ford as new coach for men's basketball.

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.