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An Arkansas man has been sentenced to 80 years in prison for a deadly shooting in Texarkana.

Texarkana, Arkansas Police have arrested a suspect in connection with the recent ATM robbery at Farmer's Bank & Trust.

The Texarkana Chamber of Commerce hosted its first-ever State of Lithium conference, bringing together industry leaders, public officials, and community members to discuss the growing lithium industry and its economic impact on the region.

Several Texarkana residents are asking the City Council to disable Flock Safety license plate reader cameras, citing concerns about privacy, data security, and government surveillance.

A Maud couple is facing multiple felony charges after Bowie County investigators found an infant and numerous animals living in what authorities described as deplorable conditions.

Texarkana Arkansas Police are investigating a robbery that happened Sunday afternoon at Farmer's Bank & Trust on Arkansas Boulevard.

Two people were arrested after Texarkana Texas Police say they drove around pointing realistic-looking BB guns at people near West 10th and Bowie Streets.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department is warning residents about a phone scam involving callers pretending to be police officers.

Texarkana will serve as Arkansas' "Capital for a Day" on Wednesday, July 15, under a proclamation issued by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders.

Two Texarkana firefighters and an engineer helped safely deliver a baby during an emergency call on Friday, July 10.

A Texarkana woman is facing a capital murder charge after an 8-month-old infant died from injuries police say were sustained while in her care.

The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana is encouraging students to explore technical training programs as regional employers continue to seek skilled workers in manufacturing and industrial careers.

Business executive Tammy Waters has announced she will run for mayor of Texarkana, Arkansas, in this year's election.

The Hope Police Department is investigating after a body was found in a wooded area Saturday evening.

Harvest Texarkana Regional Food Bank is thanking local law enforcement after one of its stolen delivery trucks was recovered.

Residents in Texarkana's Northridge neighborhood should expect construction to begin Wednesday, July 8, as Summit Utilities starts a natural gas main replacement project.

Two men are in custody after authorities say they stole a box truck and burglarized a fireworks warehouse in Texarkana, Arkansas.

A Fouke man is facing multiple felony charges after a drug investigation in Miller County.

The Texarkana Regional Arts and Humanities Council is preparing to open its 38th Annual Adult Juried Exhibition, showcasing more than 100 original works from local, national, and international artists.

Family members of a missing Texarkana woman gathered outside the Bi-State Justice Center Tuesday, calling for more progress in the search for 53-year-old Marilyn Williamson, who disappeared in March.

A Texarkana man is facing charges after police say he made death threats against local law enforcement.

A Simms, Texas, man has been convicted on multiple animal cruelty charges after prosecutors said he killed several dogs and left their bodies to decompose on his property.

Texas lawmakers are taking a closer look at the rapid growth of data centers and what it could mean for the state's water supply and electric grid.

A federal judge has denied the City of Texarkana's request to pause a civil lawsuit involving former police officer Zackary Gilley.

The Miller County Circuit Clerk's Office is warning residents about a phone scam targeting registered voters with fake jury duty warrants.

A nearly yearlong fugitive investigation has ended with the arrest of a Texarkana man wanted on multiple felony charges.

A man wanted on multiple felony charges is in custody after a SWAT operation at a Texarkana hotel.

There's a new commander at Red River Army Depot in Hooks. Colonel Christopher Masson officially took command Thursday, becoming the depot's 46th commander during a traditional change-of-command ceremony.

A man accused in a May homicide is now back in Miller County to face charges.

If you're heading to this weekend's Texarkana Airshow, leave your drone at home. The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a Temporary Flight Restriction over Texarkana Regional Airport during airshow activities, creating a no-fly zone for all drones.

The historic Perot Theatre in downtown Texarkana will temporarily close this summer for a major $3 million renovation aimed at modernizing its audio and visual systems.

A routine traffic stop turned into a two-hour standoff Monday night in Texarkana, Texas.

A Bowie County jury has sentenced former Telford Unit inmate Tre Lee Jackson, 32, to life in prison for his role in a prison contraband operation that smuggled drugs and cell phones into the New Boston correctional facility.

The Wings & Blues Festival returns to Downtown Texarkana on Saturday, June 27, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Front Street Plaza and the Loading Dock Stage.

A federal judge has ruled that a discrimination lawsuit against Texas A&M University-Texarkana will move forward to trial later this year, while also questioning the strength of the case.

The 2026 Texarkana Airshow takes flight Saturday, June 27, at Texarkana Regional Airport, with gates opening at 10 a.m. and aerial performances beginning at 4 p.m.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department has identified human remains found last week as those of a Louisiana man who had been missing since May.

The Texarkana, Arkansas Advertising and Promotion Commission has awarded more than $286,000 in grants to support tourism projects and events across the city.

A new trial has been scheduled for a Miller County man charged with capital murder after his first trial ended in a mistrial.

Two teenage boys are in critical condition after an ATV crash in Texarkana, Texas.

A suspicious activity call from a resident helped Texarkana Texas Police quickly arrest a vehicle burglary suspect early Monday morning.

As Juneteenth celebrations get underway, 17-year-old Ayden Howard is being recognized for helping grow Texarkana's annual Juneteenth Parade.

Drivers traveling through Texarkana will see a new traffic pattern on eastbound Interstate 30 once crews finish demolishing the FM 989/Kings Highway bridge later this week, weather permitting.

Texarkana Arkansas police cited a nightclub owner and two bartenders following an investigation into reports of underage drinking at Club Level on East 9th Street.

A trial date has been scheduled for a Texarkana man charged in the 1991 shooting death of his wife.

A 19-year-old Texarkana man is facing an aggravated robbery charge after police say he threatened a man with a stolen handgun inside a mobile home on South State Line Avenue.

Police are investigating after possible human remains were discovered Thursday afternoon on the Arkansas side of Texarkana.

A 39-year-old woman has been charged with murder following a shooting in Cass County that left a man dead.

The Harvest Texarkana Regional Food Bank is asking for volunteers to help harvest two acres of fresh corn donated by a Little River County farmer.

A long-vacant building in Texarkana, Arkansas’ College Hill neighborhood, is one step closer to becoming a convenience store.

The On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina in Texarkana is expected to close Friday, according to multiple employees who shared the news on social media.

The FM 989/Kings Highway bridge over Interstate 30 in Texarkana will close to all traffic beginning around 9 a.m. on Thursday, June 11, as crews prepare to replace the structure.

Ashdown police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Tuesday morning at a home on Brodie Lane.

Texarkana, Texas police arrested a woman Tuesday afternoon after she allegedly claimed a bomb had been placed inside the Texarkana Public Library.

A Texarkana man remains in custody after being accused of seriously injuring his girlfriend's infant daughter.

A juvenile suspect is in custody after a police chase involving a stolen truck ended in Texarkana Monday morning.

Texarkana police arrested Jason Williams, owner of Café Lucille and Benchmark, on Friday afternoon on a warrant for indecent assault.

Two suspects were arrested early Friday morning after allegedly breaking into a business in the 2200 block of South Lake Drive in Texarkana.

Northeast Texas could play a major role in supplying lithium for the U.S. Army under a proposed federal bill introduced by East Texas Congressman Nathaniel Moran and Senators Ted Cruz and John Cornyn.

Three juveniles are facing charges after a theft investigation at Central Mall led officers to connect two of them to an earlier burglary.

Texarkana Water Utilities is advising motorists of an upcoming lane closure due to water main repair work.

The Texarkana Farmer’s Market is back for the summer season, offering local produce, farm-raised meats, homemade goods, and artisan crafts every Saturday.

A Texarkana man is facing multiple felony charges after a shots fired investigation Monday morning on Grand Avenue.

The Texarkana Texas Fire Marshal’s Office has arrested a man in connection with a house explosion and fire earlier this year on Oakhill Road.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department is asking College Hill residents to check home surveillance footage as officers continue searching for missing Louisiana man Jonathan L. Bohrer.

Texas voters will return to the polls Tuesday for primary runoff elections after no candidate earned more than 50 percent of the vote in the March primaries.

A Texarkana man is in custody after a Friday afternoon shooting in Genoa left one man dead, according to the Miller County Sheriff’s Office.

In recognition of Trauma Awareness Month, CHRISTUS Health is helping families keep children safer on the road through its Safe Riders Child Safety Seat Distribution and Education Program.

A former Bowie County correctional officer has been charged after authorities say she tried to bring synthetic marijuana into the downtown Texarkana jail annex.

A Texarkana man is jailed on more than $100,000 bond after police say he assaulted and robbed two elderly victims following a minor crash in a convenience store parking lot.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department has welcomed a new member to its K9 Unit.

A Hempstead County jury has convicted a Hope man on methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia charges and sentenced him to 38 years in prison.

The Texas Department of Transportation says both westbound lanes of Interstate 30 in Texarkana will close overnight Wednesday as the I-30 widening project continues.

Texarkana College has earned the top ranking in Texas for three-year student completion rates, according to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

A Texarkana man is facing a felony charge after a March crash that seriously injured a pedestrian on New Boston Road.

The Texarkana, Arkansas Advertising and Promotion Commission approved more than 226-thousand dollars in event funding this week, including 181-thousand dollars for five events at Big Dam Water Park.

A Texarkana man has pleaded guilty in federal court to a drug charge involving what he believed was fentanyl.

The parents of a construction worker killed in an Interstate 30 work zone crash near New Boston have filed a wrongful death lawsuit in federal court.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department says a juvenile suspect has been arrested in connection with the High Point shooting that happened April 27th.

A new vending machine offering free Narcan, the emergency treatment used to reverse opioid overdoses, has been installed in the lobby of Randy Sams’ Outreach Center in Texarkana.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department says officers located a vehicle belonging to a missing Louisiana man Tuesday in the 200 block of East Street in Texarkana, Arkansas.

A Texarkana woman was arrested Monday on a trademark counterfeiting charge after authorities say she falsely claimed to represent the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation program.

Authorities are investigating a domestic-related shooting Tuesday morning at the Texarkana Aluminum plant in Nash that left two people dead and one injured.

A Pennsylvania woman visiting Arkansas’ Crater of Diamonds State Park discovered a 3.09-carat white diamond during a trip she said brought comfort after recent family losses.

A federal lawsuit involving the alleged sexual abuse of a 15-year-old girl in the Texarkana Texas Police Department Explorer Program has expanded to include the Boy Scouts of America, now known as Scouting America, along with Learning for Life and the Caddo Area Council.

As hospice fraud cases continue to surface across Texas and the country, Hospice of Texarkana is publicly reaffirming its commitment to ethical and compassionate end-of-life care.

A Texarkana man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly causing a crash and leaving the scene on U.S. Highway 67.

Main Street Texarkana is asking residents to share their ideas for the future of downtown Texarkana through a new public survey.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department is warning residents to stay alert after one of its officers was targeted in a scam attempt Tuesday morning.

Texas A&M University-Texarkana is joining a statewide effort to help younger students explore college and career opportunities.

A Texarkana man is in the Bowie County Jail after allegedly assaulting a woman with muscular dystrophy.

A man charged in a 2025 Texarkana homicide is due in Miller County District Court Tuesday for a pretrial hearing.

The Texarkana, Arkansas Board of Directors meeting Monday night shifted from routine business to tense debate over grant funding and community representation.

A youth job fair is set for this week in Texarkana, offering teens and young adults a chance to land summer jobs and career opportunities.

A Texarkana man is facing multiple felony charges following a traffic stop in West Texas.

A new Arkansas law will soon bring added safety measures to school locker rooms.

The Texarkana, Texas Fire Department is investigating a deadly house fire that happened late Friday night in the 1800 block of West 7th Street.

Texarkana Water Utilities will temporarily change how it disinfects drinking water starting today, for about four weeks as part of routine maintenance.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 46-year-old Gordon Lemons, who is wanted on multiple serious charges related to sexual assault.

A Texarkana man has been arrested and charged with stalking after allegedly violating a no-contact order involving his former girlfriend.

The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana has earned top honors at the 41st Annual Educational Advertising Awards in Atlanta, Georgia.

TexAmericas Center has announced progress on Project Big Pine, a 400-acre development in Bowie County aimed at attracting data centers, artificial intelligence infrastructure, and other power-intensive industries.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department is reminding residents to stay alert when donating or making purchases at fundraising tables outside local businesses.

Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing woman.

The Texarkana Texas Farmers’ Market is set to kick off its 2026 season on Saturday, May 2nd.

Texas A&M University-Texarkana has expanded its online education offerings, now providing 23 degree programs that can be completed entirely online.

Police say a woman is facing multiple charges after a crash involving a 3-month-old child early Sunday morning.

A major aviation company is bringing new jobs to the Texarkana area.

An 18-year-old Hope man is facing capital murder charges in connection with the February shooting death of a 20-year-old man.

Richard Markeil “Lucky” Henson, one of two men convicted in the 2003 robbery and killing of three employees at the Texarkana Outback Steakhouse, has been denied parole.

The Miller County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam involving a caller posing as law enforcement.

Hospice of Texarkana is encouraging community support during East Texas Giving Day on Tuesday, April 28, with donations matched dollar-for-dollar up to $10,000 by an anonymous donor.

Drivers in Texarkana should prepare for delays as the Texas Department of Transportation will close both westbound lanes of Interstate 30 on Thursday, April 23, and Friday, April 24.

A traffic stop in Texarkana led to an arrest after a driver allegedly gave police false information during a stop on St. Michael Drive.

The Texarkana, Arkansas Police Department is encouraging residents to participate in National Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, April 25.

A Texarkana man has been charged with two counts of child endangerment following a crash tied to a family dispute that began at a yard sale last month.

A Nash, Texas man was killed Sunday morning in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on St. Michael Drive in Texarkana.

A Texarkana man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possessing firearms in furtherance of drug trafficking.

A unique fundraising event will take place in downtown Texarkana this weekend, giving participants the chance to rappel down a high-rise building to support local children.

A nonprofit organization is working to improve community safety and reduce substance abuse across the Texarkana area

A shoplifting attempt turned violent Monday morning, resulting in a robbery arrest, according to the Texarkana, Texas Police Department.

A 46-year-old man was killed Sunday evening during an officer-involved shooting east of Texarkana, according to Arkansas State Police.

Texarkana, Texas Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that happened Friday evening.

Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into more than 1,000 cities across Texas, including Texarkana and Tyler, over alleged unlawful tax increases.

A Bowie County judge has dismissed an aggravated assault charge against a man accused of attacking a Central Mall employee in 2024.

The Texas Department of Transportation says a temporary closure is coming to Interstate 30 in Texarkana.

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A state appellate court has denied a request for a new trial from a man convicted of assaulting a police officer in Texarkana.

Volunteers across East Texas are coming together to support an 8-year-old boy battling an aggressive form of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.

Mayors from three Texarkana-area cities gathered Wednesday for their annual “State of the City” presentations, highlighting recent accomplishments and future goals.

Police in Texarkana say a man was arrested Monday after causing a disturbance at a fast-food restaurant on Richmond Road.

Students attending University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana may be eligible for Pell Grants to help cover the cost of summer classes.

The Texas Department of Public Safety is increasing enforcement efforts to crack down on distracted driving across the state.

Keep Texarkana Beautiful, along with the City of Texarkana, Texas, is hosting the Annual Spring Clean-Up this Saturday, April 11th, starting at 8 a.m.

The State of Texas is investing in drone production at Red River Army Depot with a $5 million grant.

Workforce Solutions Northeast Texas is hosting a Manufacturing Job Fair in Texarkana on Tuesday, April 14.

The deadline is approaching for Hempstead County seniors to apply for the Hempstead Guarantee Scholarship at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana.

A Texarkana man was arrested Wednesday evening after leading police on a short chase in a stolen vehicle.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department is warning residents about a new text message scam that is circulating locally and across the country.

A Pine Bluff woman is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly attempting to steal from the same Texarkana store twice in less than a week.

Testimony began Tuesday in the trial of a Texarkana man accused of intentionally running over another man in a church parking lot last year.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department says residents should expect a larger-than-usual emergency alert test this Thursday.

Texarkana, Texas police arrested an 18-year-old man following an attempted burglary at a convenience store early Saturday morning.

Human remains discovered in a wooded area in Texarkana last summer have been identified as a woman who had been reported missing.

A Texarkana, Texas woman is now in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement after pleading guilty to child endangerment charges earlier this year.

The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is heading to Texarkana for the second annual Waggin’ Wiener Run hosted by LNKTXK.

Energy Exploration Technologies Inc., also known as EnergyX, is unveiling a first-of-its-kind lithium plant in East Texas.

Texarkana, Texas Police are asking for the public’s help locating 30-year-old Freddie Miller, who is wanted in connection with an aggravated robbery Tuesday afternoon on Bowie Street.

Two Arkansas women are facing charges in Bowie County after being accused of stealing thousands of dollars in merchandise from a Texarkana store.

A Texarkana man already charged with capital murder is now facing a new charge after an alleged assault inside the Bowie County jail.

Texarkana police say they’re stepping up enforcement after multiple calls about teens causing problems at the Richmond Ranch shopping area.

Texarkana Regional Airport Authority Executive Director Paul Mehrlich will step down April 3 after accepting a leadership role at another airport.

Main Street Texarkana has been recognized by Main Street America as one of only two programs in Arkansas to report an increase in downtown visitors in 2025.

The Red River Army Depot is set to receive a major boost following a new federal initiative aimed at expanding drone manufacturing.

— Travelers across the country are arriving early for flights as Transportation Security Administration workers continue to report to work without pay during the ongoing government shutdown.

The Texarkana, Texas Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects connected to a theft at Best Buy.

The Texarkana, Texas Police Department arrested 78-year-old David Keggan of Queen City for Online Solicitation of a Minor under 14 years old and Possession of Child Pornography on Wednesday afternoon.

Frustration is growing among local contractors after Texarkana Water Utilities reportedly stopped allowing commercial companies to dump green waste at its compost facility off South Stateline.

Keep Texarkana Beautiful, in partnership with the City of Texarkana, Texas, will host its Annual Spring Clean-Up on Saturday, April 11, starting at 8:00 a.m.

An Ashdown man is facing a felony forgery charge after allegedly giving a bail bondsman a counterfeit $100 bill.

The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana has announced a new scholarship program aimed at helping Arkansas students pay for their first year of college.

The Texarkana Texas Fire Department will resume routine weekly testing of the city’s 13 outdoor warning sirens.

Applications are now open for the Texas Education Freedom Account program, offering families up to $10,474 per year for private school tuition and expenses.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police department is warning about a new text message scam is circulating that claims you owe money for an unpaid traffic toll.

The Pleasant Grove Independent School District Board says the district cannot afford to add three-point seat belts to older school buses right now.

A Texarkana man faces serious charges after a traffic stop in Ashdown last month.

The City of Texarkana, Texas has announced it will open applications for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding on Monday, March 16, 2026, and will be available online, in person, or by email. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on April 20, 2026.

Harvest Regional Food Bank will host its annual Wine and Jazz Gala Friday, March 13th at the historic Silvermoon on Broad in downtown Texarkana.

Texarkana, Texas Police have arrested a man after officers discovered disturbing conditions inside a home on Rio Grande Street.

The Texarkana Arkansas Planning Commission approved plans for new duplex housing but denied a proposal for a transitional housing program during a recent meeting.

Texarkana police are asking for the public’s help locating a woman wanted in connection with a large payday loan fraud investigation.

A major lithium project near Texarkana will be officially unveiled later this month.

A Texarkana event venue says it is shutting down after a weekend event involving unsafe and disrespectful behavior.

An Arkansas judge has dismissed a felony theft case against a Texarkana pawnshop owner.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department is warning residents about a new IRS phone scam.

Police in Texarkana, Arkansas, have identified a suspect in the stabbing of a FedEx delivery driver earlier this week.

A Texarkana man will spend the rest of his life in prison after being convicted in a deadly 2024 shooting.

Police in Texarkana, Arkansas are investigating a stabbing Tuesday evening at the EZ Mart on East 9th Street.

Authorities are investigating the death of an inmate at Federal Correctional Institution Texarkana.

The Miller County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 30-year-old inmate at the Miller County Detention Center.

A Texarkana motorcycle mechanic is facing three theft charges after allegedly keeping customers’ bikes and cutting off contact.

A Miller County Detention Center correctional officer has been arrested following a K-9 search connected to an ongoing investigation.

Voters across Texas and Arkansas are casting ballots Today in the 2026 primary election.

A Texarkana registered nurse is facing felony charges after authorities say she exploited a disabled stroke victim and misused his money.

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department is warning residents about a new text message scam targeting Amazon customers.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department says two women have been arrested and three others are wanted after a year-long fraud investigation involving a local payday loan business.

Drivers in Texarkana should be aware of ramp changes on westbound Interstate 30 this Friday, February 27, 2026.

The Wake Village Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a person connected to two reported wine thefts at EZ Mart.

The priority deadline to apply for a University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana Foundation scholarship is April 15.

The City of Texarkana has issued a boil water notice that went in to effect yesterday after low water pressure in the system.

The Texarkana Texas Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating two people wanted on felony animal cruelty warrants.

The 16th Annual CEP Bi-States Hybrid Horticulture Conference and Seed Swap is set for Thursday, March 26, in Texarkana.

The Texas Department of Transportation is announcing new westbound ramp closures on Interstate 30 in Texarkana starting midday Monday, as part of the ongoing widening project.

The Texarkana Arkansas City Board of Directors has voted to place tax liens on dozens of properties to recover cleanup costs.

Texarkana Water Utilities will close a section of Caddo Street beginning Monday, February 23rd, for utility repairs.

A Texarkana pastor is being held in the Miller County jail on five counts of rape.

A 49-year-old woman is behind bars after allegedly trying to smuggle drugs and cigarettes to her son at the Bowie County Jail.

Texarkana Texas Police need your help identifying a woman involved in a "distraction theft" that cost a local business several thousand dollars.

A 48-year-old Texarkana woman is facing a felony charge after allegedly hitting a 75-year-old woman in the face at a Subway on Richmond Road last month.

A Bowie County man is facing an intoxication assault charge after a three-car crash earlier this month.