Little Rock Public Radio
Little Rock Public Radio (KUAR 89.1 FM) is a public radio station in Little Rock, Arkansas. It is a network affiliate of National Public Radio (NPR) and is licensed to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
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Arkansas lawmakers raised concerns over a DHS proposal to shift Medicaid in-home personal care eligibility decisions to physicians. Officials agreed to pull the rule and rework it. -
A University of Minnesota report shows seven Arkansas counties have lost obstetric services since 2010, adding to 40 with no maternity care. Researchers say rural communities are hardest hit and outline policy fixes. -
Arkansas legislators plan to revisit child abuse investigation protocols after a family testified they were wrongly suspected. The move follows public scrutiny of earlier cases and questions about mandatory reporter standards.
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On today's show, we hear how a shift in attitude for some toward DEI comes with challenges for programs placing a priority on women and girls to stay fully funded. We also visit Discover Fort Smith's new Visitor Center on Garrison Ave. Plus, exploring the possibility of an ocean on Mars. -
Arkansas earns an F from the March of Dimes, with infant mortality high and Black mothers facing disproportionate risks. Advocates call for doula coverage, home visits and stronger community support. -
Arkansas adds 42 farms to its Century Farm program as Gov. Sanders highlights mounting pressures on growers. Rising costs and market strains threaten one in three farmers without increased federal support. -
State revenues topped $2.3 billion in October, about 4% above projections, though individual and corporate income tax collections fell compared to last year. -
On today's show, we hear how a cap on refugees entering the U.S. is affecting local resettlement agency Canopy NWA. We also hear about a new leader and vision for Northwest Arkansas Fashion Week. Plus, how the PackShack will pack 500,000 meals for Northwest Arkansas. -
Candidates from all major parties lined up to run for office on Monday, the first day of the candidate filing period in Arkansas. -
A new report from the University of Arkansas Office for Education Policy identifies low pay, high turnover, and complex regulations as key challenges for child care providers and recommends state-backed support to strengthen the workforce.
