Good morning, Wilmington.

Today, the BVSPCA and Faithful Friends Animal Society host their Mega Adoption Event at the Bob Carpenter Center on the UD campus in Newark—adoption fees are waived while pets, already spayed, vaccinated, and micro-chipped, wait for new families from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Delaware pools and spray parks are free for everyone to enjoy this summer.

Wilmington pools run from June 16 to August 15 and Newark pools operate Tuesday to Saturday from June 14 to August 16, while spray parks are open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Sept 1—all pools will be closed on July 4.

On June 19th at 8:02 p.m., detectives from New Castle County’s Active Crime Trends Team stopped a Nissan Altima in Edgemoor for a traffic violation and found an imitation Glock along with a loaded Glock and boxes of psilocybin chocolate, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia—arresting 24 year old Jaylin Greenidge who now faces multiple felony charges and is held at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution.

Hagley Museum and Library is hosting an exhibit titled 'du Pont Family Weddings, 1813-1942' as part of its 'Coming to America' celebration to mark the 225th anniversary of the du Ponts' arrival, featuring historic wedding gowns and memorabilia through Sept.

1 — the display is included with museum admission and is on view at the Eleutherian Mills Residence in Greenville.

Federal immigration agents contacted four local police departments to ask if they would join ICE’s 287(g) program, but only Camden agreed in April—pausing the agreement after public pushback.

Dover police declined to participate because they did not have enough resources to take on immigration enforcement.

State Rep. Mara Gorman's two immigration protection bills head to a full vote in the Delaware House—one to stop local police from partnering with ICE and another to ban civil arrests in courthouses without a judicial warrant, with both needing to pass in four days to reach the governor’s desk.

New Castle County Council will vote at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday on a plan for The Plaza at Boyds, a 288-unit apartment complex with retail space off U.S. 13 in Middletown’s suburbs—this project meets local codes even though it does not include designated affordable housing units.

A free preseason poll presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists invites voters to choose the best offensive lineman in Delaware high school football, and the winner will be announced Friday—nominees are listed on the poll page—.

Financial Wellness Workshop: Retirement Planning

6-8 p.m. — The Cottage by Monarch — Free for members, $15 for guests — Explore how to navigate unique retirement challenges and secure your financial future.

Sit and Stitch Gathering

6-8 p.m. — Liquid Alchemy Beverages — Free entry — Bring your fiber craft and enjoy a cozy evening of creativity and conversation.

ABC Delaware's 33rd Annual Crab Feast

4:30-8 p.m. — Kirkwood Sports — Free – $5,000.00 — Feast on delicious crabs and enjoy a community celebration.

90's vs. 2000's Showdown

8 PM - 2 AM — Pure Flavor Lounge — Check for entry fee — Celebrate the best of the 90's and 2000's with music, food, and dance!

Diana Krall Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an enchanting evening of jazz with award-winning artist Diana Krall.

Homeschool Day: African Animals

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Check event website for costs — Engage in hands-on games and activities centered around African animals for homeschool families.

$5 Thursdays

$5 Thursdays — 10 AM – 4 PM — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Enjoy a day at the museum for just $5 and explore fascinating exhibits on nature and wildlife.

39th Firecracker 5k Run Walk

8 a.m. — Rockford Tower — Registration Fee — Celebrate Independence Day with a vibrant community run/walk at Rockford Tower.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

N/A — Jul 9–11 — NBN Sports Academy — $97 fee for observing coaches — Improve your basketball skills in a fun, character-building environment.

Kid Davis and the Bullets Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy half-price burgers with live Americana music from Kid Davis and the Bullets.