Casey Beard

Will Jones, Pulaski County Prosecutor, battles a staggering case backlog while seeking justice for families. Heath Helton, Little Rock Police Chief, shares hopeful crime statistics and emphasizes community involvement to tackle gun violence. Kimberly Key-Bell from the Division of Youth Services discusses the troubling effects of COVID-19 on youth mental health and education, calling attention to 'ghost kids.' Casey Beard introduces the Group Violence Intervention strategy, focusing on proactive measures to support individuals fueling violence and advocating for community collaboration.