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Trump re-endorses Sanders
By: Josh Droll FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — For the first time in his second term as president, President Donald Trump has endorsed Sarah Huckabee Sanders for Arkansas Governor as she begins her bid for re-election in 2026. President Trump announced his endorsement on Truth Social Monday night, adding that Sanders is “a very distinguished and…
Fall Safety Tips: Staying Bear Aware in Arkansas
By: Ellisyn Sanders FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) —There have been two fatal bear attacks in Arkansas in the past month. These are the first reported in more than a century. As fall break nears and more people head outdoors, it is essential to stay prepared and bear aware while hiking or camping this season. The victims,…
Charlie Kirk shot and killed at a Utah college campus Turning Point USA rally
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Deceased suspect in east Fayetteville apartment shootout identified
Fayetteville man is dead after exchanging gunfire with police officers during a standoff at The Cliffs Apartment Complex on North Garnet Court on Sunday, Sept. 7.
Potential flash flood alerts in NWA
By: Emma Manhire FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — This morning on August 28, students and faculty woke up to alerts regarding potential flash flooding in North West Arkansas (NWA). Some Arkansas Transit busses had to re-route or even take a break due to the rain. In an email sent out to the University, it announced that…
Married couple killed at Devil’s Den State Park
By: Emma Manhire FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Two people were killed while hiking at Devil’s Den State Park on Saturday, July 26. Thursday July 31 update, here’s what we know. In a press release Arkansas State Police (ASP) said they have arrested Andrew James McGann, 28, in connection to the double homicide that occurred on…
How the U of A Journalism school helps students further their career
By: Emma Manhire FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The school of Journalism here at the University of Arkansas offers many opportunities for students to get hands on experience with what they’re wanting a career in. Programs such as UATV, The Traveler, Hill Magazine, Main Hill Media, and The Razorback yearbook provide valuable real-world experience. These programs…
National eating disorders awareness week
By: Zjeyoni Moore FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – National Eating Disorder Awareness Week aims to bring attention to a critical condition and often misunderstood health crisis affecting millions of Americans. According to National Eating Disorders Association, 9% of the U.S. population, or 28.8 million people, will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime. These disorders, which…
Bell to Bell bill has an early impact on a local school
By: Carson Hamilton FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)—Beginning the 2025-2026 school year, cell phones will be banned in Arkansas public schools from the first bell to the last under a new bill signed by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. The “Bell-to-Bell” bill, part of the state’s broader initiative to prioritize student mental health, aims to limit screen time…
Arkansas Senate Bill 184
By: Phillip Kent FAYETTEVILLE, Ark (UATV) — The Arkansas Senate voted 23-8 on SB184, this bill will transfer authorities and powers of the Arkansas State Library Board and the Arkansas Educational Television Commission (AETC) to the Arkansas Department of Education. The bill also abolishes the AETC and the state library boards that oversee public libraries…