Good morning, Wilmington.

The Brandywine Valley SPCA said its annual summer Mega Adoption event at the Bob Carpenter Center was a success as 1,017 adoptable animals found new forever homes—570 dogs and 447 cats.

On June 19th, officers from New Castle County arrested four juveniles after a Hyundai Elantra was reported stolen and a Nissan Altima was broken into at Village of Kent Apartments—two suspects from Wilmington and one from Newark and one more from Wilmington were charged with multiple counts and released on $4,000 unsecured bail.

A Delaware State Police investigation is underway in Lewes after an officer-involved shooting near Blackwood Drive on Angola led troopers to search for an armed white male suspect as of 5:30 a.m. Monday, June 23 and officials have not released details about the incident or any injuries—residents are told to avoid the area and call 9-1-1 if they see suspicious activity.

Tickets for Broadway performances at The Grand have been on sale since June 23, with Mandy Patinkin set to perform In Concert: Jukebox on Oct.

6 and Adam Pascal with Anthony Rapp scheduled for Feb. 25—additional shows including Mrs. Doubtfire, Kinky Boots, and The Music Man now offer single tickets.

The Delaware River & Bay Authority voted to name the Wilmington Airport terminal the Thomas R.

Carper Passenger Terminal Facility to honor the retired senator’s decades of service — the terminal is under renovation and will be dedicated later this year.

Delaware lawmakers passed measures raising DMV fees, cigarette taxes, and toll prices—critics say the increases will make car ownership more expensive for low-income residents.

The bill raises the vehicle documentation fee from 4.25% to 5.25% and is set to generate extra funds for state services.

Parents in Delaware must follow strict fireworks laws that allow only legal ground-based displays and sparklers on July 4 and require teens to be 18 to purchase and set off specific fireworks—guidelines set by the Delaware State Fire Marshall.

The rules come as the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission found that teens 15 to 19 have had the highest rate of fireworks-related emergency room visits.

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.

Coffee Crawl

9-11 a.m. — Scout Cafe — Free to attend — Connect with the community on a coffee journey between local favorites.