Good morning, Mobile.

Amateur radio operators will practice emergency communication setups at Silver Creek Boy Scout Camp on June 28-29 as they test equipment for disaster response during hurricane season.

The Baldwin County Amateur Radio Club will host the event with public viewing starting Saturday at noon — visitors can watch hams set up temporary antennas and radios while enjoying cold drinks.

Decareus Mallory Andrews, 28, the suspect in the May 23 shooting death of Dyrontae Booker at a Bay Minette house party, was arrested Thursday morning at a Mobile house - he now faces murder charges and firearm possession restrictions.

Joseph Jones — a 36-year-old homeless man — led Mobile police on a skid-steer chase along I-10 on January 30 after he fled a traffic stop; he was shot during the pursuit, remains hospitalized, and will face arraignment and a preliminary hearing on August 21 after his court date was reset due to his ongoing injuries.

Mobile Police arrested James Marshall, 46, on Tuesday after he allegedly fatally stabbed Reginald Allen, 47 following an altercation early Monday morning on the 300 block of Gaston Street — officers responded at about 4:30 a.m.

Mobile police arrested 19-year-old King Williams from Chickasaw and charged him with first-degree robbery and murder after officers answered a May 20 call at Woodland Avenue near Metals USA where they found 72-year-old Cedric Tinsley shot to death+his arrest was made Wednesday.

State Sen. April Weaver of Brierfield pre-filed a bill for the 2026 session that will ban psychoactive THC hemp products by removing their exemption from controlled substances and requiring that only nonpsychoactive cannabinoids be sold in certified pharmacies — she said the measure comes after many constituents shared concerns about the dangers these drugs pose to families.

Mobile Sports Authority today announced three sports events for July and August.

On July 12 at Mobile County Sportsplex, the 5v5 Soccer Tournament for players 8 and older will be held to determine national championship qualifiers, on July 19 the 14th Annual Dauphin Street Vault will be hosted in downtown Mobile — and on August 2 the Southern Super Late Model Series is scheduled at Mobile International Speedway.

Half Day Meditation Retreat with Monk Choo

8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Meditation Center of Alabama — Donation-based — Experience tranquility and self-discovery through guided meditation with skilled instructors.

24-Hour Polaris Slingshot Adventure

24 hours — Continental Battery Sales & Service — Rental Fee — Explore Mobile in a thrilling Polaris Slingshot with a customized itinerary.

Fourth of July Celebration

6-9:30 p.m. — USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, games, and a dazzling fireworks display.

The Bigger & Better Summer Bash

11 PM – 4 AM — 351 St Francis St, Mobile, AL — Paid venue parking — Get ready for a night filled with music, food, games, and fun at the ultimate summer party.

Forever Ozzy - Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne & Black Sabbath

7-8:30 p.m. — Soul Kitchen Music Hall — Tickets starting at $18 — Experience a tribute to rock legends Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath in Mobile.

Dementia and Future Planning Seminar

10-11 a.m. — Via Health, Fitness and Enrichment Center — Free entry — Learn about legal and financial planning for dementia at this informative seminar.

Alabama Launchpad Regional Meetup: Mobile

4:30-6 p.m. — Innovation Portal — Free entry — Connect with local entrepreneurs and discover growth opportunities for your startup.

14th Annual Dauphin Street Vault

8 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Downtown Mobile Alliance — $80 early-bird registration — Experience the thrill of pole vaulting at one of the oldest street events in America.

Lettuce Celebrate Summer: Plant-Based BBQ

3:30-6:30 p.m. — Fuse Project — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Celebrate summer with delicious plant-based food and inspiring conversations about healthy living.

Pretty Tied Up (Guns N’ Roses Tribute)

8-9:30 p.m. — The Merry Widow — $23.76 — Rock out to the iconic hits of Guns N' Roses performed by tribute band Pretty Tied Up.