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Karen Baker takes helm as Arkansas's new chief justice | What to know
SUMMARY: Justice Karen Baker has made history as Arkansas’ first woman elected Chief Justice, defeating her colleague Justice Ronda Wood. Despite expectations for a conservative candidate, voters favored Baker, who secured over 50% of the vote. While her role is primarily administrative—overseeing court operations—the outcome influences the court’s future dynamics, as Baker’s victory creates a vacancy that GOP Governor Sarah Sanders will fill. Law experts note that the court will continue to lean conservative, with potential impacts on case predictability, as conservatives interpret laws more narrowly than their liberal counterparts. Justice Wood will retain her associate seat.
Justice Karen Baker will be the new chief justice of Arkansas. Here’s what’s next and why one law expert was surprised by the election results.
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Arkansas's top news stories | November 6, 2024
SUMMARY: On a recent noon show, meteorologist Nathan Scott discussed current weather conditions in Central Arkansas, noting temperatures in the upper 60s to lower 70s, with some isolated light showers expected, particularly in southeast regions. Meanwhile, national attention turned to Donald Trump’s election victory, marking a significant moment for the GOP. Key local ballot measures in Arkansas saw voters rejecting a sales tax increase in Little Rock, and altering casino licensing rules in Pope County. Nationwide, abortion rights faced mixed outcomes as voters in seven states supported protective measures. Overall, the political landscape remains dynamic as results continue to unfold.
Jurnee Taylor delivers Arkansas’s top news stories for November 6, 2024, including how Donald Trump has won the presidential election.
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Arkansas election results: Results for presidential, state, local races
SUMMARY: Results from Arkansas indicate that Stephanie Orman will retain her position as Mayor of Bentonville. In the U.S. Congressional District 3 race, incumbent Steve Womack emerged victorious with 64% of the vote against Democrat Caitlin Draper and Libertarian Bobby Wilson. Womack expressed gratitude to voters for their trust and confidence, emphasizing his commitment to continue addressing the challenges facing the country. He held a watch party earlier in the evening to celebrate his win and stated his aim to move beyond the “status quo” in Washington, D.C.
Results for Arkansas’ national, statewide, and local races.
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Arkansas early vote turnout higher than 2020 numbers
SUMMARY: The focus is on encouraging voter turnout as polls approach closing in Pulaski County. THV11’s Maya Ellison reports from the county commission office, highlighting a stark contrast from early voting days, with fewer crowds and closed election offices preparing for ballot counting. Despite lower turnout, early voters expressed the importance of participating in the electoral process, emphasizing that one must vote to have a voice in the issues that matter. Polls close at 7:30 p.m., and while current voter numbers are not yet available, the team will monitor turnout closely throughout the evening.
Early voting turnout was higher in 2024 as over 845,000 Arkansas voters showed up to cast their ballot.
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