Attempted murder fugitive from Del. arrested in NY State
A Wilmington man is charged with opening fire on a residential unit in the Bear area in mid-March, according to New Castle County Police.
May 11, 2026Open source
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Refinery repairs to result in a higher level of sulfur dioxide emissions
Delaware City Refining Company will make repairs on a boiler that will result in. more sulfur dioxide going into the air.
May 7, 2026Open source
Driver Ejected during Fatal Crash in Hartly; DSP Investigating
HARTLY, Del. – The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Sunday night in Hartly. At 7:30 p.m. on May 3, a Ford F-350 was t...
May 4, 2026Open source
Driver Ejected during Fatal Crash in Hartly; DSP Invetsigating
HARTLY, Del. – The Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Sunday night in Hartly. At 7:30 p.m. on May 3, a Ford F-350 was t...
May 4, 2026Open source
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House committee advances measures on gun vendors, property assessment, "entities" voting
Committee moves measure forward to allow for split rates again in New Castle County. And committee members debate a senate bill, which creates new regulation...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
From Spotlight Delaware: Lawmakers look to extend NCC split property tax rates, advance reassessment reforms
Lawmakers introduced a bill Thursday that would indefinitely extend New Castle County school districts’ controversial ability to tax commercial and residen...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
What is the cost of closing Wilmington's only work release program?
Delaware had recently seen a Department of Correction shakeup with the closure of Wilmington’s Plummer Community Corrections Center in March.Plummer housed...
Jun 6, 2026Open source
Lawmakers introduce round of property tax measures, largely aimed at New Castle County
Delaware lawmakers pick up the issue of property taxes again, with the end of their 153rdlegislative session in sight.
Jun 6, 2026Open source
From Spotlight Delaware: Officials eye DSU dorms for new Dover homeless shelter
Delaware officials are in talks to convert hundreds of Delaware State University dorms into a homeless shelter modeled after the New Castle County Hope Center.
Jun 5, 2026Open source
3 teen girls arrested for robbery after police track stolen cell phones
Three 17-year-old girls are facing felony charges after a robbery in New Castle County, Delaware, police said.
May 27, 2026Open source
Growth potential of "3 Rivers Corridor" explored at Wilmington conference
A vision for growth and potential between Edgemoor and New Castle continues to take shape.
May 12, 2026Open source
Mother allegedly stabbed to death by son
New Castle County Police said a 29-year old man allegedly stabbed his mother to death Friday night, May 8, 2026, in the Wellington Woods neighborhood.
May 11, 2026Open source
Newark area drug bust nets two
New Castle County police said they have arrested a man and a woman following an investigation into drug sales in the Newark area.
May 8, 2026Open source
Updated: Peterbilt truck dealer with New Castle location sold to Pete Store groujp
The Pete Store announced the acquisition of G.L. Sayre, a family-owned Peterbilt dealership with a sales-service site in Conshohocken, PA and a service-parts...
May 5, 2026Open source
‘It’s an outrage’: Critics demand transparency on source of Delaware funding for Edgemoor port project
Delaware’s use of its unclaimed property funding has led some to call it a “piggy bank.”
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Delaware Supreme Court marks 75th anniversary with gala dinner
WILMINGTON — On June 4, the Delaware Supreme Court, retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer, current and retired justices, judges, and the legal...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
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Gold Star monument dedicated at Millsboro cemetery
The Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Millsboro, a resting place for several thousand military members and spouses, is now home to a Gold Star Families...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Sussex County adopts first in series of land use reform ordinances
GEORGETOWN — Sussex County is taking several small steps that officials hope will represent one giant leap forward when it comes to southern Delaware’s f...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Former city manager’s lawsuit claims Dover was not FOIA-compliant
Former Dover city manager David Hugg is alleging that City Council did not properly advertise the April 13 meeting during which he was fired, according to a...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Constitutions are supposed to be difficult to change. They are designed to protect citizens from…
Constitutions are supposed to be difficult to change. They are designed to protect citizens from temporary political movements, emotional swings in public op...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Long & Foster’s Lewes & Rehoboth Beach Offices to Participate in...
Long & Foster’s Lewes & Rehoth Beach Offices to Participate in Community Service Day at Food Bank of Delaware in Milford The event allows real estate age...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
The Delaware Department of Transportation is preparing plans for a proposed trail connection…
The Delaware Department of Transportation is preparing plans for a proposed trail connection between the Cannery Village and Heritage Creek developments in M...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Delaware Municipal Leaders Launch Statewide AI Committee
DELAWARE – Municipal leaders and technology partners gathered for the inaugural meeting of the Government Artificial Intelligence, Technology & Ethics (G.A...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Woman arrested following fatal hit-and-run bicycle crash in Millville
MILLVILLE, Del. – Delaware State Police have arrested an Ocean City woman following a fatal hit-and-run bicycle crash in Millville. 46-year-old Kara Gilmor...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Williamsburg edges West Delaware twice, extends win streak to 27
Adam Berte reflects on Williamsburg’s challenging but rewarding doubleheader sweep over West Delaware, extending their win streak to 27 games and maintaini...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
My Take Taxpayers could eventually pick up the tab for med school
During discussions over Delaware finally getting a medical school, state Sen. Trey Paradee, D-Dover, questioned whether there was a path forward once federal...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Housing Authority reaches tentative agreement to buy DSU Dover center for $11.2 million
The offices of Gov. Matt Meyer and the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) announced an agreement in principle with Delaware State University to purchase...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
From Spotlight Delaware - State awards ‘unusual’ grant to student loan company after governor's economi...
Delaware recently awarded nearly $800,000 to a student loan company through a grant that one economic development official noted was “a little bit unusual,...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Hall-of-Fame trainer Bob Baffert enters Delaware Derby, first Delaware Park starter since 2013
Bob Baffert has compiled one of the greatest resumes in the history of horse racing, and for a rare time Delaware
Jun 12, 2026Open source
VIDEO | Peace walk at Legislative Hall highlights Indigenous Affairs legislation
Indigenous leaders, lawmakers and advocates gathered on the steps of Legislative Hall Tuesday for a peace walk and press conference in support of legislation...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Christiana Hospital among four Delaware facilities Trump administration warns are hiding prices
WDEL is an institution which seeks to uphold the tenets of free speech, and improve its community by shining a light on the issues that most impact Delaware....
Jun 12, 2026Open source
This Havertown resident is 90 and still competes in track and field. What’s his secret?
Durning, an Irish immigrant and Army veteran, has over 200 medals to his name and coached soccer and track locally for years. He plans to add to his total Th...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Delaware residents can cool down in these cooling stations across the state
Delaware health officials announced cooling stations are open throughout the state as temperatures heat up until June 12, 2026.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Gas prices drop in Pa., Del., NJ as drivers plan for their summer getaways
Gas prices in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware are dropping as drivers prepare for their road trips and summer vacations.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
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Gold Star monument dedicated at Millsboro cemetery
The Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Millsboro, a resting place for several thousand military members and spouses, is now home to a Gold Star Families...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Sussex County adopts first in series of land use reform ordinances
GEORGETOWN — Sussex County is taking several small steps that officials hope will represent one giant leap forward when it comes to southern Delaware’s f...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Former city manager’s lawsuit claims Dover was not FOIA-compliant
Former Dover city manager David Hugg is alleging that City Council did not properly advertise the April 13 meeting during which he was fired, according to a...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Constitutions are supposed to be difficult to change. They are designed to protect citizens from…
Constitutions are supposed to be difficult to change. They are designed to protect citizens from temporary political movements, emotional swings in public op...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Long & Foster’s Lewes & Rehoboth Beach Offices to Participate in...
Long & Foster’s Lewes & Rehoth Beach Offices to Participate in Community Service Day at Food Bank of Delaware in Milford The event allows real estate age...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
The Delaware Department of Transportation is preparing plans for a proposed trail connection…
The Delaware Department of Transportation is preparing plans for a proposed trail connection between the Cannery Village and Heritage Creek developments in M...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Delaware Municipal Leaders Launch Statewide AI Committee
DELAWARE – Municipal leaders and technology partners gathered for the inaugural meeting of the Government Artificial Intelligence, Technology & Ethics (G.A...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Woman arrested following fatal hit-and-run bicycle crash in Millville
MILLVILLE, Del. – Delaware State Police have arrested an Ocean City woman following a fatal hit-and-run bicycle crash in Millville. 46-year-old Kara Gilmor...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Williamsburg edges West Delaware twice, extends win streak to 27
Adam Berte reflects on Williamsburg’s challenging but rewarding doubleheader sweep over West Delaware, extending their win streak to 27 games and maintaini...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
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