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June 2, 2023 at 11:24 am

Suit challenges Arkansas law allowing librarians to be criminally charged over ‘harmful’ materials

A lawsuit has been filed challenging an Arkansas law that would subject librarians and booksellers to criminal charges if they provide harmful materials to minors.

May 26, 2023 at 9:11 pm

5 questions to consider as you get ready for the ‘Succession’ finale VIEW

The critically acclaimed drama series “Succession” is coming to an end Sunday night after four seasons of chronicling a feuding a billionaire family.

Entertainment

Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida speaks to New Hampshire state legislators at the Bedford Village Inn in Bedford, N.H., on May 19, 2023. We assessed the Republican candidate’s defense of his record as Florida governor, his dispute with Disney and his attack on President Biden. (Sophie Park/The New York Times) XNYT0245 XNYT0245

May 26, 2023 at 9:35 am

DeSantis 'blazing a trail' on book bans in GOP-controlled states

Both critics and supporters credit Gov. Ron DeSantis with inspiring a new wave of legislation in conservative states to regulate the books available in schools.

May 25, 2023 at 3:19 pm

Judges dismiss lawsuit challenging new US House map in Arkansas

A federal lawsuit challenging Arkansas' 2021 U.S. House map has been dismissed.

May 20, 2023 at 4:29 pm

Former Arkansas U.S. Rep. Marion Berry, who served 7 terms, dies at 80

Former Rep. Marion Berry, who was known for his blunt rhetoric and his advocacy work for farmers and older residents in eastern Arkansas, has died.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis holds up bills he signed during a bill signing ceremony at the Coastal Community Church at Lighthouse Point, Tuesday, May 16, 2023, in Lighthouse Point, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee) FLWL104 FLWL104

May 17, 2023 at 9:06 pm

Roundup: The transgender restrictions moving forward in U.S. statehouses

Hundreds of measures targeting transgender people have been proposed in statehouses this year, and several have moved forward this week.

May 10, 2023 at 3:14 pm

Northwest Arkansas Pride organizers change venue after center says no drag shows in front of minors

Organizers of northwest Arkansas’ Pride weekend say they won’t hold events in June at an arts center that has prohibited the group from having drag...

Republican presidential candidate and former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson speaks during the Iowa Faith and Freedom Coalition Spring Kick-Off, Saturday, April 22, 2023, in Clive, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall) IACN130 IACN130

April 25, 2023 at 9:39 pm

Asa Hutchinson formally launches 2024 campaign in Arkansas VIEW

Asa Hutchinson has formally launched his Republican campaign for president in his hometown of Bentonville, Arkansas.

Nation & World

April 25, 2023 at 2:48 am

Hutchinson’s launch highlights Arkansas city of Bentonville VIEW

Asa Hutchinson is launching his bid for president in the northwest Arkansas city where he was born and got his start in politics.

Business

April 14, 2023 at 11:16 am

Missouri rules part of rapid push to limit trans health care

The push to restrict health care for transgender people has expanded beyond children, with Missouri's new limits on gender-affirming care.