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Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders bans 'Latinx' from Arkansas government documents

January 10, 2023

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders bans 'Latinx' from Arkansas government documents

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders will ban the use of the term "Latinx" in government documents — the latest in a series of executive actions on her first day.

Sanders sworn in as Arkansas governor

January 10, 2023

Sanders sworn in as Arkansas governor

Republican Sarah Huckabee Sanders was sworn in as governor of Arkansas, succeeding Asa Hutchinson and giving an inaugural address focused on education reform.

Sarah Huckabee Sanders bans TikTok on state devices in first move as Arkansas governor

January 10, 2023

Sarah Huckabee Sanders bans TikTok on state devices in first move as Arkansas governor

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will move to ban TikTok on state devices and networks in one of her first acts after being sworn into office Tuesday.

In Oklahoma, anti-death penalty spiritual advisor barred from inmate's execution

January 10, 2023

In Oklahoma, anti-death penalty spiritual advisor barred from inmate's execution

Oklahoma inmate Scott Eizember requested his spiritual advisor, Rev. Jeff Hood of Arkansas, be present for his execution. Hood was denied this because of his anti-death penalty views.

Arkansas introduces new bill defining drags shows as an 'adult-orientated business' under legal code

January 10, 2023

Arkansas introduces new bill defining drags shows as an 'adult-orientated business' under legal code

Arkansas lawmakers introduced State Senate Bill 43, which aims to add drag performances to the list of other "adult oriented businesses" including strip clubs and nude modeling studios.

Sarah Huckabee Sanders to bring 'generational impact' with 'bold' agenda as first female governor of Arkansas

January 10, 2023

Sarah Huckabee Sanders to bring 'generational impact' with 'bold' agenda as first female governor of Arkansas

Sarah Huckabee Sanders will be sworn as the first female governor of Arkansas Tuesday, and and promises to bring a “aggressive, bold and conservative” agenda to the state.

2024 Watch: Former Arkansas Gov. Hutchinson making second trip this week to Iowa

January 9, 2023

2024 Watch: Former Arkansas Gov. Hutchinson making second trip this week to Iowa

Term-limited Republican Gov. Asa Hutchinson of Arkansas traveled to Iowa on Monday, on his last full day as governor. Hutchinson is mulling a 2024 White House run.

Arkansas police shoot, kill suspect following chase

January 9, 2023

Arkansas police shoot, kill suspect following chase

Police in Arkansas shot and killed Scotty Helton after he allegedly shot at them after initiating a chase with Faulkner County deputies and Conway police.

Arkansas monastery desecrated with sledgehammer, relics stolen; suspect arrested

January 7, 2023

Arkansas monastery desecrated with sledgehammer, relics stolen; suspect arrested

A Catholic monastery in Subiaco, Arkansas, was vandalized, and three sacred relics were reportedly stolen by a suspect recently apprehended by local police.

Official portrait of Arkansas Gov. Hutchinson unveiled

January 4, 2023

Official portrait of Arkansas Gov. Hutchinson unveiled

Republican Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson's official portrait was unveiled Tuesday, as the incumbent of eight years prepares to leave office and mulls a presidential bid.