Northwest Arkansas and River Valley local news | 5NEWS

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  Fayetteville Public Schools reacts to Governor-backed program to limit phone access

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  Fayetteville woman facing 24 counts of animal cruelty, accused of torturing dogs

• 18-year-old arrested, facing charges for allegedly raping a 7-year-old over the course of two months
• Arkansas restaurant accused of employing children illegally, retaliating against workers
• New details released about Shady Point officer who crashed his patrol vehicle
• Two men arrested in connection to swastika carving on University of Arkansas door
• FEMA assistance available to renters and students in Arkansas | Here's where to apply
• 5-year-old boy killed after chasing dog into street in Springdale, hit by car
• Fayetteville City Council rejects resolution to add renter to housing task force

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  These are the new laws starting on July 1, 2024 in Arkansas
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  List: Regulations for shooting off fireworks in Arkansas cities this July 4
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  Rapid growth in Northwest Arkansas could affect fireflies | What to know
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  2024 LIHEAP applications set to begin next month | See if you are eligible
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  Police: Man suspected in Sequoyah County double homicide now in custody
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  Pride Month events in 5COUNTRY
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  Decatur couple recounts finding their home destroyed after Memorial Day weekend tornadoes
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  'It was a relief to find out' | Woman's father looking for justice after Stacy Lee Drake's arrest
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  'Her left hand was gone' | Arkansas nurse helps save shark attack victim while on vacation

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  Eastbound traffic on State Hwy 16 impacted after crash involving an 18-wheeler in Benton County

  The report states all eastbound lanes were impacted when the crash occurred at 8:29 a.m.
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  Shaq coming to Fayetteville for DJ gig

  The legendary basketball player will be at JJ's Live on October 18.
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  Independence Day Forecast | Excessive heat & rain chances in Arkansas

  Happy 4th of July from 5NEWS! The question everyone wants answered is what the weather is going to be like when fireworks light up the sky.

• Hurricane Beryl roars by Jamaica after killing at least 7 people in the southeast Caribbean
• Are UPS, FedEx delivering on the Fourth of July?
• GM will pay $146 million in penalties because 5.9 million older vehicles emit excess carbon dioxide
• ¿Walmart y otras tiendas estarán abiertas el 4 de julio? Esto es lo que estará abierto y cerrado el Día de la Independencia
• Why do we celebrate Independence Day on July 4th?
• Nearly 5,000 pounds of liquid egg recalled over undeclared allergens

Local Events

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  Arkansas search and rescue K9 raising funds for bullet-resistant vest

  Benton County Search and Rescue K9 "Floky" and his handler are working with the nonprofit 30x30 to get a K9 bullet-resistant vest.
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  Horseshoe Bend campground reopens ahead of 4th of July

  The campground was initially closed after the recent tornadoes left behind extensive debris.

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  No, the city of San Francisco didn’t post signs saying stolen goods must remain under $950

  Signs posted in San Francisco that appear to take aim at a state law known as Prop 47 were real. But the city didn’t approve or install them, as viral posts suggest.
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  No, political ads on TV aren’t required to be factual

  Political ads you see on TV aren’t required to tell the truth, but there are some limitations.