Good morning, Little Rock.

Law enforcement officers and Special Olympics athletes carried the torch on Monday along Joyce Boulevard in Fayetteville as part of the 2025 Law Enforcement Torch Run— the flame is headed to Little Rock for the Special Olympics Arkansas Summer Games set for Thursday through Saturday.

Little Rock police identified Nicole Lambert, 44, fatally shot just before 3 a.m. on 24th Street early Monday morning — and they arrested Randy Cunning, 58, who faces a capital murder charge.

Reagan Danielle Gray, a former volunteer for Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, pleaded no contest to second-degree sexual assault on Monday after being accused of grooming and sexually assaulting a 15-year-old boy in 2020 and 2021 and was sentenced to six years of probation, a $1,000 fine, and sex offender registration.

Former Monroe County judge Thomas David Carruth was sentenced to 2 years in federal prison after a jury found him guilty of obstruction of justice for lying to the FBI about soliciting sex from a defendant’s girlfriend in exchange for lenient treatment—he remains free on bond and must self-report on Aug. 22.

Yesterday, the Little Rock Board of Directors discussed a proposal to loan $7.5 million to the city housing authority to help stop a foreclosure on over 200 units at Madison Heights near Fair Park Boulevard and West 12th Street.

Mayor Frank Scott Jr. said the board will vote on the plan on June 3, and officials explained the deal requires HUD certification (with audited records) before funds are disbursed.

Matt Jones and Ethan Westerman discuss the Razorbacks' NCAA softball regional win over Oklahoma State and cover Boogie Fland's transfer to Florida — Wehiwa Aloy's SEC baseball player of the year award and Maria Jose Marin's win at the NCAA Women's Golf Championships in their latest podcast episode.

Arkansas Times Tacos & Tequila 2025

6-9 p.m. — Argenta Plaza — $45+ — Taste amazing tacos and tequila while voting for the Golden Taco Trophy.

Ian Munsick Concert

6-9 p.m. — First Security Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Ian Munsick on his Horses Are Faster tour.

The Arkansas Acton Children's Business Fair

5-10 p.m. — 120 Riverfront Park Dr, North Little Rock, AR — Free entry — Experience a vibrant marketplace of young entrepreneurs aged 6-18 showcasing their creativity and business skills.

Little Rock Grappling & BJJ Championship

8 AM – 5 PM — Barton Coliseum — Registration required — Compete in the exciting no-gi and gi divisions of the NAGA championships.

Beatles Vs. Stones Tribute Show

6:30-8 p.m. — Robinson Center — Tickets required — Experience the legendary rivalry between the Beatles and the Rolling Stones in a night of tribute performances.

Bree Ogden Live at JJ’s Grill

6-8 p.m. — JJ’s Grill Little Rock — Family-friendly event — Enjoy the soulful tunes of Nashville-bound Arkansas native, Bree Ogden.

The Big (Trail) Run

11:30 p.m. — Western Hills Park — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Global Running Day with a fun trail run across one of the best running surfaces.

Electric Avenue - The 80's MTV Experience

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Hall — $52/ea — Get ready to relive the vibrant 80's MTV era with a spectacular concert experience.

Lil Poppa Live Concert

8:00 p.m. — Little Rock Hall — Affordable tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of Lil Poppa in an unforgettable live event.

River City Run/Walk 5K

7:29-9:30 a.m. — Burns Park Soccer Complex — Registration fee required — Lace up your sneakers to support a great cause while honoring community values.