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Yahoo
14-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Celebrating Father's Day with the KARK 4 News team
With Father's Day right around the corner, we took the time to celebrate all the dads that are part of the KARK 4 News/FOX 16 News team. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Celebrating Father's Day with the FOX 16 News team
With Father's Day right around the corner, we took the time to celebrate all the dads that are part of the KARK 4 News/FOX 16 News team. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Preliminary awards begin for 88th Miss Arkansas Pageant
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The 88th annual Miss Arkansas Pageant officially kicked off Tuesday at the Robinson Center downtown. Contestants are competing throughout the week in categories showcasing their talent, poise and dedication to service. The event culminates with the finals on Saturday. KARK 4 News will broadcast the Miss Arkansas finals live this Saturday beginning at 6:30 p.m. Check back here daily for updates as the competition continues. Night One: Tuesday, June 10 Service Above Self Award (Alpha Group) – Sponsored by Jana Catlett and Suzanne Butler: Miss South Central, Hope Hesterly Alpha Arrival Award – $500 Sponsored by Faces by Stephanie: Miss Greater Little Rock, Kennedy Stanley 'Confidently You' in Honor of Dr. Darynne Dahlem – $500 Sponsored by Laina Jennings: Miss White River, Jada Simpson Preliminary Alpha Private Interview (Alpha Group) – $1,500 Sponsored by Renee Stone and Emerge: Miss Grand Prairie, Hagan Hord Hardin Bale Inspirational Male Award – $1,000 Sponsored by Miss Arkansas Organization: Matthew Kearney Preliminary Alpha Health and Fitness (Tuesday) – $500 Sponsored by Miss Arkansas Organization: Miss Greater Little Rock, Kennedy Stanley Preliminary Alpha On-Stage Conversation (Tuesday) – $500 Sponsored by Daniel and Rebecca Pieroni: Miss Greater Little Rock, Kennedy Stanley Preliminary Alpha Evening Gown (Tuesday) – $500 Sponsored by Kendra Scott at the Promenade at Chenal: Miss Grand Prairie, Hagan Hord Preliminary Alpha Talent (Tuesday) – $500 Sponsored by David's Burgers: Miss Natural State, Ally Hopper Preliminary Health and Fitness (Tuesday) – $500 Sponsored by Innovative Claim Services: Miss Metro, Kennedy Holland Dr. Darynne Dahlem On-Stage Conversation Award (Tuesday) – $1,000 Sponsored by Traci Lewellen: Miss Metro, Kennedy Holland Preliminary Evening Gown (Tuesday) – $1,000 Sponsored by Tabeitha and Bill Dillard III: Miss Dogwood, Stevie St. John Preliminary Talent (Tuesday) – $2,000 Sponsored by Guillette Family: Miss Natural State, Ally Hopper Night Two: Wednesday, June 11 Check back for updates. Night Three: Thursday, June 12 Check back for updates. Night Four: Friday, June 13 Check back for updates. Miss Arkansas Finals: Saturday, June 14 Tune in to KARK 4 News starting at 6:30 p.m. to watch live or head to for live updates. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Hot Springs locals react to human trafficking investigation at massage business
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. – AI Massage in Hot Springs is under investigation by the Attorney General's Office for alleged prostitution and human trafficking. People who live and work in Hot Springs, like Hannah and Cole Carey, said they can't believe something like this was happening in their city. 'It's really just shocking to me that it's so close to home,' Hannah Carey said. Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announces organized retail crime bust & human trafficking investigation Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin said a May 22 raid on AI Massage on Central Avenue stemmed from information gathered during previous investigations into other massage parlors busted for illicit sexual activity. According to Griffin, three Chinese nationals were identified as victims and are now receiving support services. One woman told investigators she responded to an online job ad in China and did not know she would be doing sex work. 'It kind of hits you hard, just makes you feel bad for them, thinking about what else they went through,' Cole Carey said. Griffin said investigators uncovered evidence pointing to sexual activity. 'Illicit sexual activity, prostitution going on in these massage parlors. We not only talked to the victims to confirm it, there were about 100 condoms there, which normally would not be at a spa,' Griffin said, 'There was what we believe to be a home remedy used to treat sexually transmitted infections, also implying that sexual activity is going on.' Authorities also recovered $22,000 in American cash along with some foreign currency. Griffin said no arrests have been made yet because the individuals believed to be running the operation were not there during the raid. However, he said law enforcement is following every lead. 'I'm grateful to law enforcement who have been on top of this and trying to get to the bottom of it,' said Tina Haney, another Hot Springs local. 'It's disappointing to have this going on right under our noses and not even realize it.' Arkansas Attorney General announces grant to combat human trafficking in Arkansas The massage parlor under investigation is open today. KARK 4 News went there to ask for a comment, but the people there said their boss wasn't there and declined to comment. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Long-time THV 11 Chief Meteorologist Ed Buckner passes away at age 59
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Arkansas weather community and beyond is mourning the loss of a longtime meteorologist in the state. KTHV 11 announced on Monday that former Chief Meteorologist Ed Buckner passed away at the age of 59 after a battle with cancer. Buckner, a Houston native, joined the THV 11 team in 1996 and served as the station's chief for 25 years. KARK 4 News Chief Meteorologist Todd Yakoubian remembers Buckner as a friend and he will be missed. 'Many are alive today because of his life saving severe weather information,' Yakoubian said. 'Ed made our state a better place. We continue to think and pray for his family and friends during this very terrible time.' THV 11 shared that Buckner stepped away from his meteorology work in early 2020 after complications with Tourette Syndrome. FOX 16 News Chief Meteorologist Joel Young shared he was saddened to hear of the passing of Buckner and shared his impact on weather was felt by those for generations. 'I never knew him personally, but the weather industry is small and his impact on his community was huge,' Young said 'My thoughts and prayers go out to Ed's family and friends during this difficult time.' Buckner is survived by wife Carolyn Buckner, his children Brooke Buckner, Morgan Buckner, Grant Lewis, Kristan Hendricks and seven grandchildren. One daughter, Ashton Eakin, preceded him in death in 2019, also from cancer. For more information, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
