LITTLE ROCK, AR (KATV) — Monday, June 29, Republican Harrell Wilson announced his candidacy for the Arkansas State Senate District 1.

Wilson currently serves as President of the Cleveland County School Board, on the AgHeritage Board of Directors, Camp Wyldewood Board, Arkansas Forestry Association Board, AFA Education Board and UAM Foundation Board and Board of Visitors.

He is endorsed by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Attorney General Tim Griffin, and Lieutenant Governor Leslie Rutledge.

The Senate seat is being vacated by Senator Ben Gilmore.

From the Senate to the Attorney General’s Office, Gilmore’s exit opens District 1 seat

The district includes all of Ashley, Bradley, Chicot and Cleveland counties and part of Drew, Grant, Jefferson and Lincoln counties.

Wilson also operates a family-owned hardwood sawmill and farms pine and hardwood timber.

He has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry from the University of Arkansas at Monticello.

“As your state senator, I will always fight to protect life, oppose any encroachment on the Second Amendment, and defend Arkansas family values. District 1 will continue to have a senator who will fight for limited government, less regulations on Arkansas businesses, lowering our tax burden, and solutions facing our forestry and agricultural industries. As a Christian conservative Republican, I understand and take seriously protecting our shared family values and our God-given individual liberties. Southeast Arkansas will have a senator who will continue making our community the best possible place to live, work, do business, and raise a family,” Wilson said.

Date Posted: Monday, June 29th, 2026

The Delaware State Police is investigating a shooting that occurred Saturday evening in Newark.

On June 27, 2026, at approximately 6:30 p.m., troopers responded to a local hospital for a report of two individuals who arrived with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. The Criminal Investigations Unit responded and took over the case.

Through investigative efforts, detectives determined the shooting may have occurred on Otts Chapel Road near Elkton Road in Newark. Detectives responded to the location and located multiple spent shell casings.

The Delaware State Police Criminal Investigations Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives ask anyone who witnessed the shooting or has information relevant to the case to contact Detective J. Lucyk at (302) 365-8446. Information may also be provided by sending a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

If you or someone you know is a victim or witness of a crime or has lost a loved one to a sudden death and needs assistance, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit / Delaware Victim Center is available to offer you support and resources 24 hours a day through a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

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On Saturday the United States of America will be celebrating its 250th birthday, and the milestone will be celebrated all over the South Florida area.

If you don’t know where to watch the fireworks this 4th of July, here are a few places to check out.

1.) Bayfront Park

From 1 p.m. to midnight live music, fireworks and of course FIFA World Cup viewing will be hosted at Bayfront Park. According to Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, this free event will also have food and drinks for the entire family to enjoy. Admission does require an RSVP found with this link. The event is located at 301 N. Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33132

2.) Tropical Park

Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department will be hosting their annual Fourth of July Celebration. The free event will be taking place from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will include live music, food and a Carnival Cruise Line Fun Zone for kids. The event will be hosted at 7900 SW 40th Street, Miami, FL 33155.

3.) Lummus Park

Are you a fan of classical music? This Fourth of July Lummus Park will be the venue for the Independence Day Fireworks & Patriotic Concert. The evening will begin at 8:30 p.m. with an orchestra performance by the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival.

A fireworks show will begin at 9 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring beach chairs, blankets and picnic supplies. The celebration will take place at 12th Street and Ocean Drive Miami Beach, FL 33139.

4.) Altos Del Mar Park

Starting at 5 p.m. families can dance to live music as a Fourth of July celebration kicks off at Altos Del Mar Park.

Near the Miami Beach Bandshell at 7275 Collins Avenue there will be a free outdoor roller disco from 5 to 9 p.m.

At 9 p.m. the night will end with a drone and firework show. The event is located at 7601 Atlantic Way, Miami Beach, FL 33141.

5.) Palmer Park

If you are in the South Miami area, Palmer Park will be hosting a Fourth of July Celebration from 5 to 9 p.m. There will be live music, food, local vendors and of course fireworks!

The address for the park is 6100 SW 67th Avenue.

6.) Risco Park

Fireworks, live music and family activities will be hosted at Risco Park for Independence Day. Hosted by the City of Miami Gardens, the 4th of July & The Juneteenth Experience Park-In & Party will intertwine both holiday themes in a community gathering focused on “freedom, inclusion and family.”

The event will include a DJ, performances by local talent, food trucks, raffles and more. The party will end with a fireworks display at 9 p.m. If you are interested in attending, the address is 19000 NW 37th Ave. Miami Gardens, FL 33056.

7.) Las Olas Oceanside Park and Fort Lauderdale Beach

The city of Fort Lauderdale is throwing a free 4th of July event hosted by Grammy-nominated country singer Walker Hayes.

Hayes will be performing at 7:30 p.m. and the event will also feature a kids zone, beach games, contests and more.

At sunset, attendees can expect a drone show over the beach at 8:45 p.m. Then at 9 p.m. a fireworks display will begin.

Find the event at 3000 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308.

8.) Biltmore Hotel, Coral Gables

Located at the historic Biltmore Hotel, local residents and enjoy this Fourth of July Celebration. The event starts at 5 p.m., following a Greater Miami Symphonic Band Concert at 7 p.m. and then a drone and fireworks show at 9 p.m. The event will be located at 1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134.

9.) Milander Park, Hialeah

This event will feature a 30-minute firework and laser display. There will be local food trucks, and the festivities are expected to bring together over 20,000 attendees. The award-winning celebration will take place at 4800 Palm Ave. Hialeah, FL 33012.

10.) Homestead Miami Speedway

On Saturday evening residents can gather at the speedway for a night full of fireworks, live music and an interactive fan zone. Admission and parking are free. According to Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, attendees are encouraged to arrive early before the evening finale with fireworks.

It will be held at One Ralph Sanchez Speedway Blvd Homestead, FL 33035.