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NEWS FROM THE WEEK IN JONESBORO | June 7, 2026
A look at some of the local news stories from Jonesboro Right Now over the past week.
Jonesboro Police Officer Attacked by K9 Officer
Jonesboro police officer was attacked early Sunday by a K9 officer during an article search in a Jonesboro West End neighborhood.
A-State Football to Celebrate Trio of Historic Anniversaries During 2026 Season
The Arkansas State Athletics Department announced it will celebrate three anniversaries associated with its football program’s rich history at a pair of home games during the Red Wolves’ 2026 season.
Lakeport Plantation Museum to Host Mississippi River Symposium This Fall
“We hope anyone interested in the history of the region and in the Mississippi River will make plans to attend."
2 days ago in Sports
Hurricanes thriving in high-pressure playoff settings as Stanley Cup Final shifts West for Game 3
The Carolina Hurricanes have spent months regrouping quickly after losses and they have proven unshaken by the challenge of playing in hostile arenas or in next-goal-wins extra time.
2 days ago in Sports, Trending
Bears say they are moving forward with Northwest Indiana location for new stadium
The Chicago Bears are looking to build a stadium in Northwest Indiana after a proposal to provide financial incentives for the NFL team to build its new home in Illinois stalled in the state legislature.
Teenager Organizes Flag Day 5K to Benefit Local Disabled Veterans
The Bay Veterans Memorial will be covered in red, white, and blue later this month as the community gathers for the Flag Day 5K. Local teenager Aden Graham spearheaded the event to provide the community with a local way to support the DAV.
Suspects Fleeing with Children in Their Vehicles Face Serious Consequences, ASP Says
Arkansas State Police Col. Mike Hagar is calling on parents and caregivers to think first of the safety of the children in their care and pull over.
Westside Warms Up, Returns to Top Spot in Shooting Sports Final
It was very similar to the way things started two years ago, when Westside started cold but was a roaring furnace by the final in winning a state championship.
Jonesboro Road Blocked Due to Traffic Accident
A Jonesboro road is blocked due to an accident, per Jonesboro E911 Dispatch.
Another Location Being Considered for Second Jonesboro Police Station
City and police leadership are looking into a third contender for a building that would eventually serve as a second police station for the Jonesboro Police Department.
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Fishermen prepared for the longest red snapper season in recent memory. A court order stopped it
Recreational fishermen are pitched against commercial fishermen and environmentalists in a legal dispute that has halted what was expected to be the longest snapper season in years, reflecting broader tensions over the Trump administration's efforts to loosen fishing rules and deregulate the seas.
2 days ago in National
Employers added 172,000 jobs last month as US job market shows resilience despite Iran war
The American job market continues to show surprising strength, shrugging off the high costs of the Iran war. Employers added 172,000 jobs in May – roughly double what forecasters had expected – and the unemployment rate remained at a low 4.3%.
A Strained Balancing Act: Inside Craighead County’s Modern Opioid Crisis
Addressing the crisis requires a balancing act between law enforcement, the judicial system, and a healthcare sector that is rewriting its relationship with pain management.
3 days ago in National
Homicide convictions reversed for Colorado paramedics who injected ketamine into Elijah McClain
A Colorado court reversed homicide convictions against two paramedics on Thursday in the death of Elijah McClain, a Black man who was pinned down by police and injected with a fatal dose of ketamine.
3 days ago in Sports
NBA bans two fans for life after one runs onto court during Game 1, attempts selfie with Wemby
The NBA banned two people for life from its arenas on Thursday, after one of them was arrested shortly after running onto the court during Game 1 of the NBA Finals and appearing to take a selfie next to San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama.
3 days ago in Entertainment
Choose ‘Trainspotting’: Ewan McGregor and Danny Boyle reflect on the life-changing film
Ewan McGregor, for a fleeting moment after "Trainspotting" came out, felt like a rock star. The kinetic film about four heroin addicts in late-1980s Scotland was and, 30 years later, remains defining — in his career, in the culture and in his understanding of what true artistic satisfaction can feel like.
3 days ago in Entertainment
What to watch for at the Tony Awards on Broadway’s biggest night
Twenty-four shows on Broadway received Tony Award nominations this season, but not all will walk away with a trophy and the box office attention they usually bring.
Jonesboro Mayor and Police Chief Provide Additional Details on Employment Bonus
The Jonesboro Police Department is offering bonuses to incoming police officers in an effort to combat staffing shortages.
‘Disasters — Remembering, Reclaiming, Rebuilding’ Theme of 2027 Delta Symposium at A-State
The Department of English, Philosophy, and World Languages at Arkansas State University is accepting papers and presentations for the 32nd annual Delta Symposium.