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The Arkansas-based retail giant sent a memo to employees on Friday saying its health care plans will now cover abortions in certain circumstances. -
Leo Denault will retire as the utility's CEO this year and as board chairman next year, the company said. The board of directors has elected Chief Financial Officer Andrew Marsh to become CEO on Nov. 1. -
Authorities say Samuel Hartman, 38, escaped from a work detail on Friday at the East Arkansas Regional Unit at Brickeys. He and an accomplice reportedly fired at officers. -
The tax cut accelerations and school safety grant has been approved by the legislature. The legislation will need to be approved by the governor to take effect. -
A special session of the Arkansas Legislature began Tuesday as lawmakers consider how to use the $1.6 billion surplus from the last fiscal year. -
Judd Deere will serve as communications director of Sanders' campaign for Arkansas governor. His testimony was included by a House committee investigating the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol. -
Supporters of a recreational marijuana initiative have turned in the required number of valid signatures, election officials said Friday. -
Arkansas is among 11 states receiving money intended to expand the reach and improve the speed of internet service in remote areas. -
The Arkansas-based retail giant lowered its profit outlook Monday saying rising prices on food and gas are forcing shoppers to cut back on some purchases. -
The Legislative Council on Thursday took back the authority that had been granted to the state to distribute about $460 million in federal funds arguing the money should go toward teachers.
