Little Rock, AR news on Tuesday, October 20, 2026

In Little Rock, AR on Tuesday, October 20, 2026: 2 arrested in Circle K shooting; early voting begins. Also: Second Lady Usha Vance visits Arkansas today for an education roundtable and reception event; Early voting in Pulaski County saw nearly 3,000 ballots cast before noon on the first day. Weather: Partly cloudy and mild today, reaching 73°F with no rain expected.

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Two suspects arrested and face capital murder charges in connection with a Circle K shooting in Little Rock.KATV · Oct 19, 7:34 PM

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Second Lady Usha Vance visits Arkansas today for an education roundtable and reception event.KATV · Oct 19, 10:44 PM
Early voting in Pulaski County saw nearly 3,000 ballots cast before noon on the first day.KATV · Oct 19, 6:43 PM
Little Rock Board set to vote on a proposed moratorium for data centers in the city.The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette · Oct 19, 5:28 PM
University of Arkansas at Little Rock extended Athletics Director Frank Cuervo's contract through 2029-30.Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette · Oct 19, 3:20 PM

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