In today's headlines from KASU News, Arkansas election officials have halted the use of electronic signatures for voter registrations, invoking concerns of democracy suppression. Meanwhile, Arkansas Senate panel moves forward with bills to regulate cryptocurrency mining, granting local government power and legal standing for residents to sue mine owners.
The Arkansas legislature investigates the Corrections Board's hiring of outside legal counsel, suspecting violations of procurement and open records laws. Additionally, lawmakers have approved funding for Arkansas' first certified nurse midwife program.
In Tennessee, a bill passed could allow teachers to carry concealed weapons in schools. Also reported, a property dispute involving a United Methodist Church in Jonesboro has been decided, with plans for an appeal. In crime news, a former deputy and his wife face felony theft charges.
Senator Tom Cotton clarifies his stance on handling public protests after criticism. The U.S. Supreme Court contemplates limiting government power to intervene in unionization efforts by companies, specifically mentioning a case involving Starbucks. Lastly, St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro celebrates the completion of a significant expansion of its surgical facilities.
On this episode:
00:30 Halting Electronic Voter Registration in Arkansas
01:32 Arkansas Senate Panel Advances Crypto Regulation Bills
02:55 Investigation into Arkansas Board of Corrections
03:27 Arkansas Launches First Certified Nurse Midwife Program
04:08 Tennessee Expands Gun Access in Schools
05:07 Church Property Dispute in Jonesboro
05:54 Former Greene County Deputy Faces Felony Charges
06:43 Senator Tom Cotton's Response to Gaza Protest Criticism
07:42 Supreme Court Case on Unionization and Labor Rights
08:27 St. Bernards Medical Center's Surgical Expansion
