Flip-flop on law school dean’s hire is part of GOP’s larger effort to intimidate higher ed
As culture warriors yip victory over the botched hiring and advocates for constitutional rights and academic freedom wring their hands, a heaping load of criticism (and some praise) piles up.
Sign up for our newsletters
Get top stories, highlights of local entertainment and breaking news in your inbox.
Featured Stories
MORE STORIES »
From the Arkansas Blog
SEE ALL STORIES »
Senate candidate faces legal complaint from former consultant
ShaRhonda Love is in a three-way race to replace her husband in the Arkansas Senate. This mess isn’t going to help her chances.
Nursing home owner pardoned by Trump granted parole in Arkansas
Already blessed with a full pardon from President Donald Trump, nursing home cheat Joseph Schwartz scores parole in Arkansas.
Thursday open line
Does anyone know what these shiny purple pods are? Also, what else is happening out there (besides all the terrible stuff)?
Award-winning Palestinian-American poet to be in conversation with actress Debra Winger Saturday at Ron Robinson Theater
Looking for something thought-provoking to attend this weekend?
From Rock Candy
MORE STORIES »
‘Henry and Nolan’ weaves images and implements in a love letter to film photography in Little Rock
Little Rock photographers Nancy Nolan and Rita Henry beat the odds, carving out decades-long careers in a male-dominated industry. Their dedication to the virtues of film photography is captured in ESSE Purse Museum’s latest exhibition.
Help fund the Arkansas Times
Thank you for reading the Arkansas Times! We aim to be your go-to for local news through a progressive lens. Come for the news and politics, stay for zesty coverage of local chefs, new restaurants and food trends, plus the music, art and entertainment unique to The Natural State. Please help support this work!
From Eat Arkansas
MORE STORIES »
Cava to open in West Little Rock
Cava, the fast casual Mediterranean restaurant chain, is planning to open its first Central Arkansas outlet in West Little Rock at 12318 Chenal Parkway in the building that formerly housed the quick-service stir fry restaurant Genghis Grill.
Behind the scenes at the Gillett Coon Supper
In anticipation of Saturday’s Gillett Coon Supper — “a veritable rite of passage for people seeking election to political office” — barbecue editor Brock Hyland reflects on his experience at the event in 2025.
The Forge, take two
According to owner Ronnie Ringer, “After the outpouring of support in the last couple of weeks, we are rethinking the decision to close The Forge.”
Farewell to The Forge, part 1
The Forge, Levy’s iconic little blue-collar railroad bar, is finally closing its doors for good on Saturday, Jan. 3 after decades of serving up cold beer, pool tournaments and genuine fellowship for the greater North Little Rock community.