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6 hours ago in Sports
FIFA investigates Argentina players confronting Spain’s on-field World Cup celebrations
FIFA opened an investigation Monday after Spain's celebrations on beating Argentina in the World Cup final took an ugly turn when players briefly clashed on the field. Video replays showed several players involved in a scuffle, including Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes.
6 hours ago in Entertainment
Judge says Paramount and Warner must halt merger for at least two weeks, granting states’ request
A federal judge on Monday ordered Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery to halt their $81 billion merger for at least two weeks, allowing states that are challenging the deal more time to see their case through in court.
Five Additional Suspects Arrested in Connection with Paragould Towing Fraud Investigation
Five additional suspects are behind bars after an investigation revealed their involvement in a coordinated "lien washing" scheme orchestrated by the owner of a Paragould towing company.
Months-Long Meth Investigation Leads to Arrest in Paragould
A Paragould man is behind bars after police said he was orchestrating a meth distribution operation from his home.
Paragould Man Arrested for Meth Distribution Near School and Church, Held on $250K Bond
A Paragould man is being held on a $250,000 cash/surety bond after police said after police said he was caught selling meth near a local school and church, leading to his arrest on multiple felony charges
Arkansas State Shortstop Signs with Atlanta Braves
Arkansas State shortstop Patrick Engskov has signed an undrafted free agent deal with the Atlanta Braves.
13 hours ago in Lifestyle
How to keep babies safe when temperatures soar
Infants, toddlers and young children need outdoor activity to build strong bodies and minds, but they also require extra care in the heat. In the summer months, those twin imperatives can make parents anxious. How long should kids be out? How do I know they're OK? What should I avoid?
13 hours ago in Sports, Trending
Spain’s World Cup champions head home for a royal welcome and a parade through Madrid
Spain's World Cupwinning soccer team is set to return home on Monday, where the 26-man squad will be greeted by Spanish royalty and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez before boarding an open-top bus for a parade through central Madrid.
13 hours ago in National, Trending
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate expected in Miami court
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate are scheduled to appear before a federal magistrate in Miami on Monday after they were arrested to face rape and sex trafficking charges in the United Kingdom.
JRN Pets of the Week: Meet Cheerio and Priscilla (Plus, How to Take Advantage of Reduced Adoption Fees All Month)
Each week, Jonesboro Right Now teams up with the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society to feature local pets available for adoption.
13 hours ago in World
Andy Burnham becomes the UK’s seventh prime minister in a decade after Starmer resigns
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said politicians "need to be better" as he delivered his first speech Monday as Britain's new leader. Burnham spoke for several minutes outside 10 Downing St., where he promised to end street sleeping by homeless people and deliver a "circuit breaker" for a system he says has taken wrong turns since the 1980s.
Body of Missing Juvenile Recovered After 3-Day Search in Craighead County
Deputies Located the Victim Sunday Morning Near Iron Bridge Access After a Multiagency Search Along the St. Francis River Between Lake City and Trumann.
Neighbors in Need NEA Serves Hundreds at 5th Annual Community Picnic in Jonesboro
Organization runs out of food after serving hundreds during annual event featuring free meals, music and community resources.
UPDATE | Recovery Effort Underway for Child Missing in Water in Craighead County
Emergency crews in Craighead County have officially transitioned to a recovery effort for a juvenile who was last seen going underwater and did not resurface.
Zachary’s Sensory Gym to Host Fundraising Concert in Jonesboro in September
A Jonesboro nonprofit aiming to open the region's first sensory-friendly gym will be hosting a fundraising concert later this year.
Former Greene County Sheriff’s Office Finance Director Arrested in Theft Case
She was terminated following an internal investigation that determined she had fraudulently claimed 75 hours of work time.
3 days ago in Sports
Bill Belichick’s 1st college team struggled at UNC. He’s hoping lessons learned lead to more success
NFL coaching great Bill Belichick spent a bumpy debut season at North Carolina trying to blend a roster full of newcomers and adjusting...
3 days ago in Lifestyle, Sports
MLB restricts dugout iPad use to prevent use of AI to make decisions
Major League Baseball is restricting iPad usage in dugouts to prevent the tablets from running artificial intelligence to help make...
3 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Man charged with hate crimes after confrontation with ‘Today’ show’s Melvin at NBC studio
A 40-year-old New York man faces hate crime charges following a confrontation with "Today" show host Craig Melvin at NBC's studio...
3 days ago in Lifestyle, Music
10 songs to get hyped for the World Cup final
Regardless of World Cup allegiances, there is one thing everyone can agree on: There's nothing better than a themed playlist to get pumped...