Good morning, Little Rock.

Traffic on I-57 between Jacksonville and Cabot slowed nearly to a standstill Thursday afternoon from Vandenberg Blvd on Exit 11 to the Pulaski County line as ARDOT cameras recorded the jam and drivers faced major delays.

Local non-profit Our House broke ground on a $12M expansion at 302 E.

Roosevelt Road in Little Rock to add 11 family housing units and 44 beds that will help people transition from homelessness to stability. The 12-month project, designed by local architects (Herron Horton Architects) and including outdoor spaces, a new bus stop, bike racks and a 5,000-square-foot center (boosting capacity by about 25%), will offer on-campus career services, case management and mental health support.

A small plane ran off the runway at North Little Rock Municipal Airport on Thursday, and fire department officials said the two people on board were uninjured as cleanup continued into the evening.

Little Rock police are investigating a homicide that occurred today on Geyer Springs Road when officers responded to a shooting that left a man with a gunshot wound who later died at a local hospital, and no details have been released about the victim or any suspects.

The Little Rock Police Department is asking the public for help finding 32-year-old Maria Griffin, who was last seen in Little Rock and is described as 5'2" tall and weighing about 230 pounds—officials say anyone with information should contact the department.

A motorist struck and killed a pedestrian on West 12th Street in Little Rock on Wednesday night near the 4400 block about one mile southeast of War Memorial Stadium at 8:25 p.m.—authorities said the investigation remains open with no charges filed.

On Wednesday, the Arkansas House of Representatives approved House Bill 1915 which directs the Department of Human Services to develop a broad based categorical eligibility waiver for SNAP and resets its asset limit to $6,000 (this amount will be automatically adjusted every two years).

Senate President Pro Tempore Bart Hester said today the $750 million bill for a 3,000-bed prison in Franklin County will not return for a Senate vote after it got only 20 votes out of the 27 needed on five tries.

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders supported the bill but critics say the plan lacks needed infrastructure improvements—like roads and water systems.

Baptist Health performed its first robotic-assisted bronchoscopy procedure on Wednesday in Little Rock — the new Ion system allowed precise, minimally invasive biopsies to help diagnose lung cancer.

Hospital officials say the system will be used at Baptist Health facilities in Little Rock, North Little Rock and Fort Smith to enable quicker and more accurate lung cancer detection.

Ouachita Trail 50 Mile Run

6 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Big Maumelle Pavilion — Registration required — Experience breathtaking scenic views and challenging terrain at Arkansas' iconic ultra marathon event.

Fly the Ford Tri Motor in North Little Rock

9 AM – 5 PM — North Little Rock Municipal Airport — Book your seat — Experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to fly in a vintage airliner and perhaps even take the controls.

Jekalyn Carr Concert

7-10 p.m. — 2400 Wright Ave — Tickets required — Experience the powerful vocals and inspiring message of Jekalyn Carr live in concert this Good Friday.

Fly the Historic Ford Tri Motor

7 p.m. — North Little Rock Municipal Airport — Book your ride — Experience a thrilling flight in the vintage Ford Tri Motor airliner.

Marcus Smith Live Comedy Show

8 PM – 12 AM — Loony Bin Comedy Club — Tickets support a cause of your choice — Enjoy a night of laughter while contributing to a charitable cause.

Marcus Smith Comedy Show

10-11 p.m. — Loony Bin Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughs with Marcus Smith while supporting a cause of your choice.

Wild Wines Fundraiser

7-10 p.m. — Little Rock Zoo — Volunteers needed — Indulge in exquisite wine tastings paired with culinary delights and enjoy live music at this beloved annual fundraiser.

Open House for Luxury Living

2-4 p.m. — 117 Calion Court, Little Rock, AR — Free entry — Experience luxury in a stunning 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home designed for comfort and style.

20th Annual Dinner on the Grounds

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Rusty Tractor Vineyards — Support local families — Enjoy southern cuisine and live music in a beautiful vineyard setting.

Patterson Hood & Drive By Truckers Concert

7-10 p.m. — White Water Tavern — Affordable tickets — Experience the energy of live music with Patterson Hood & Drive By Truckers in Little Rock.