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Abner Sosa
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🎥 Reporter at 40/29 News
📍 Fayetteville, Ark.
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I was a producer when we first got the call about this case. From the beginning, it was shocking. Now, after Amber Waterman pleaded guilty to killing Ashley Bush and her unborn child, Valkyrie, Bush’s family says they are focused on moving forward.
Waterman pleads guilty to killing Arkansas woman & her unborn baby
Amber Waterman pleaded guilty to state charges in the murder of Ashley Bush and her unborn child.
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February 5, 2026 at 2:58 AM
“She was screaming, ‘Don’t let me die.’”

A 9-year-old girl is home safe after falling through ice into a Fayetteville pond. Neighbors and a worker rushed in to save her.
February 4, 2026 at 8:29 AM
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – People gathered Sunday night for a candlelight vigil honoring #AlexPretti. The event was part of a nationwide series of vigils held at VA facilities to remember Pretti and provide space for public grieving as investigations into his death continue.
February 2, 2026 at 1:43 PM
A Prairie Grove business owner is speaking out after her husband was detained by ICE following a single-vehicle crash. She says she’s struggling to keep their store running as he awaits a hearing in Louisiana.
Prairie Grove woman speaks out after husband detained by ICE
Maria Verde says she is struggling to keep her family’s store open while her husband remains in federal custody hundreds of miles away.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:26 AM
Police said they are stepping up patrols after a man was shot near the Springdale Lake Trailhead Saturday night. No arrests have been made. The victim’s injuries are not life-threatening, and the case remains under investigation.

Full story: www.4029tv.com/article/man-...
Springdale police boost patrols after trailhead shooting
Police said the shooting near Springdale Lake Trailhead appears to be isolated; detectives are asking nearby residents to check security footage as the investigation continues.
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November 3, 2025 at 5:06 AM
BREAKING: Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders says 40 National Guard members will assist ICE with immigration enforcement under Title 32. They’ll provide transport & processing support but remain unarmed, following a DHS request and her earlier immigration measures.
September 9, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Prairie Grove rallied for the Brink sisters this weekend, raising $47K in one day — now over $56K total — after the tragic loss of their parents. Food, auctions, and love showed the girls they’re not alone.
Prairie Grove unites to raise $47K for Brink daughters
From homemade pies to big-ticket auction items, hundreds came together to comfort and support the three daughters of Clinton and Cristen Brink, who were fatally attacked at Devil’s Den State Park.
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September 7, 2025 at 3:34 AM
Food pantries in our area like Antioch for Youth & Family say food insecurity is on the rise. They're asking for donations to keep the River Valley community fed. #rivervalley #fortsmith #foodinsecurity
Fort Smith food pantry asks for help to meet growing food needs
As food insecurity rises, Antioch for Youth & Family calls for donations and volunteers to support its programs.
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April 25, 2025 at 1:25 AM
A bill designed to toughen penalties in Arkansas for undocumented immigrants convicted of violent crimes cleared the state Senate on Wednesday.
Arkansas Senate advances immigration penalty bill
Supporters say the measure enhances public safety, while opponents warn of legal and constitutional challenges.
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April 2, 2025 at 10:37 PM
A bill that would have appropriated up to $750 million for a prison in Franklin County failed in the Arkansas Senate on Tuesday.
Prison appropriation bill fails in Arkansas Senate
Lawmakers fall short of votes needed to approve $750 million for Franklin County facility.
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April 2, 2025 at 10:35 PM
The Arkansas Department of Education said its Education Freedom Account system is expanding school choice for families across the state. The state is now seeing a surge in applications as the program is open to all students next school year.
Arkansas expands school choice with Education Freedom Accounts
The state is seeing a surge in applications as the program is open to all students next school year.
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March 29, 2025 at 5:26 AM
On Saturday, people gathered outside the Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks to rally against federal cuts impacting the VA. It comes after the department announced it plans to cut 80,000 jobs.
Veterans, federal workers in Fayetteville rally against job cuts
People rallied against planned reductions as the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced 80,000 job cuts.
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March 15, 2025 at 11:57 PM
A Level 3 sex offender from Alma is behind bars after court records say he tried to lure minors into his car in Van Buren on Tuesday.
Alma man arrested after allegedly trying to lure minors into car
Authorities say the Level 3 sex offender was driving an unregistered vehicle when he approached two underage girls in a Walmart parking lot.
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February 28, 2025 at 1:08 AM
As the snow begins to melt, local businesses are reflecting on how they were affected by this week's winter storm.
Rogers small businesses reflect on snowstorm impact
As the snow melts, small business owners discuss challenges and the importance of safety during the winter storm.
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February 22, 2025 at 4:53 AM
The Lights of the Ozarks Christmas Parade was so much fun and also SO COLD!!! I had a blast with everyone, and it was so great meeting some of you out there! :)
December 7, 2024 at 12:03 AM
It’s time for the 40/29 and Arkansas CW TURKEY DRIVE!!!! In honor of such a special day, here are some photos from last year’s drive! I’ll have more at the end of today!
November 22, 2024 at 3:06 PM
Yes
do you like Christmas music or do you just like 1940s and 1950s jazz and torch music and don’t realize it
November 22, 2024 at 6:49 AM
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders proposed a nearly $6.5 billion budget on Thursday for the state’s upcoming fiscal year, outlining a 2.89% increase in spending starting next July.
Sanders unveils nearly $6.5 billion budget plan for Arkansas
Governor highlights education, maternal health, and corrections as key funding priorities in her proposed 3% budget increase.
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November 22, 2024 at 6:12 AM
Reposted by Abner Sosa
Ukraine’s military has accused Russia of firing an intercontinental ballistic missile into its territory for the first time, marking what would be another significant escalation in the 1,000-day-old war.
Ukraine has accused Russia of launching an intercontinental missile. Here’s what we know | CNN
Ukraine’s military has accused Russia of launching an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) in an attack on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Thursday. Here’s what we know.
www.cnn.com
November 21, 2024 at 3:58 PM