A Bentonville man's request for delayed sentencing related to the January 6 U.S. Capitol riots was denied by a judge. Arkansas received an 'F' ranking for preterm births in a March of Dimes report. UA Little Rock organized a Narcan training event. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced Arkansas's participation in a summer food assistance program for students. Remains of an Arkansan killed in the Korean War were returned for internment.

The 2024 Arkansas General Election concluded with all four Republican incumbents in the U.S. House of Representatives retaining their seats. Key races included French Hill's victory over Marcus Jones in the 2nd Congressional District and Bruce Westerman's win in the 4th District. Local elections saw Antwan Phillips re-elected as City Director in Little Rock, while Joan Adcock narrowly retained her position on the City Board. Voters rejected two proposed sales tax increases in Little Rock, while approving Issue 1, expanding lottery-funded scholarships to vocational schools. Issue 2, concerning casino licensing, appeared likely to pass. The Arkansas Supreme Court race saw Karen Baker leading over Rhonda Wood, potentially becoming the first female Chief Justice. In the state legislature, several incumbents, including Julie Mayberry and Mark Johnson, secured re-election. The election also filled the state treasurer position, with John Thurston winning the race.

The 2024 Arkansas General Election concluded with Republican incumbents retaining their seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, including French Hill, Rick Crawford, Steve Womack, and Bruce Westerman. Local elections saw Antwan Phillips and Joan Adcock maintaining their positions on the Little Rock City Board. The 'Results for the Rock' sales tax initiative, aimed at funding parks and infrastructure, appeared to fail. Voters approved Issue 1, expanding lottery-funded scholarships to vocational education, and Issue 2, affecting casino licensing, seemed likely to pass. In judicial races, Karen Baker led for Arkansas Supreme Court Chief Justice, and Casey Tucker was ahead in the Court of Appeals race. John Thurston won the state treasurer position, and several legislative races saw Republican incumbents re-elected.

Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced the selection of a site in southern Franklin County for a new 3,000-bed prison, with the state purchasing 815 acres in Charleston for approximately $3 million. The facility aims to address prison overcrowding and staffing shortages, offering hundreds of jobs and significant investment in the region. The decision awaits approval from the state Board of Corrections, amid ongoing debates over prison bed space and staffing within the Arkansas state government.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is allocating $5.6 million to support Arkansas farmers and food distributors in accessing new markets, with $4.2 million directed towards a grant program. Announced by Under Secretary Jenny Lester Moffit at the Arkansas Foodbank, the funding aims to improve food insecurity rates in Arkansas by enabling small farmers to aggregate products for schools and food banks, increase processing capacity, and add value to local products. The Arkansas Department of Agriculture will provide technical assistance, and P.J. Haynie emphasized the importance of equity and diversity in the program's success.

Education service cooperatives in Arkansas face budget cuts under a new proposal from Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. Arkansas farmers are urging Congress to allocate more funding for conservation efforts. A festival during the total solar eclipse weekend aims to celebrate and preserve Arkansas' musical heritage. The Arkansas Newswrap, hosted by Brandon Tabor, Matthew Moore, and Daniel Breen, covers these stories and more.

Brian Malinowski, executive director of Little Rock's Clinton National Airport, was fatally shot by federal agents during a search warrant raid, leading to controversy and legal scrutiny. The Middle East Studies Association criticized the University of Arkansas for not defending academic freedom amid faculty criticisms over perspectives on Israel. The episode also covers severe weather preparedness, a wrongful termination lawsuit, and a Netflix documentary filmed in Pulaski County Jail, along with the emergence of two broods of cicadas in the region.

Bryan Malinowski, executive director of Little Rock's Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport, died from injuries sustained during a shootout with federal agents. The incident occurred when agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives attempted to serve a search warrant at his home. Malinowski, who had been with the airport since 2008 and served as its executive director since 2019, was accused of making private firearm sales to an ineligible buyer. Arkansas State Police are investigating the incident. The Malinowski family expressed their grief and questioned the government's actions leading to the raid.

Arkansas farmers are advocating for the continuation of conservation funding under the USDA's NRCS, which received nearly $20 billion from the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Arkansas received $724 million, aiding farmers like Jared Phillips in sustainable practices and resource preservation. An advertising campaign by Invest in Our Land emphasizes the need for federal conservation funding. The Farm Bill, which includes various USDA programs, is due for reauthorization. Senator John Boozman and Representative Rick Crawford have commented on the bill's progress and funding plans. Farmers like Phillips see conservation programs as economically beneficial and environmentally responsible.

Bryan Malinowski, the executive director of Little Rock's Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport, was injured after firing on federal agents from the ATF who were serving a search warrant at his home. An ATF agent was also injured. The incident is under investigation by the Arkansas State Police, with the prosecuting attorney to determine the legality of the use of deadly force.