Man arrested as police intercept planned drug deal
A New Castle man is facing a variety of drug-related charges following his arrest earlier this week, according to Delaware State Police.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
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Incarcerated students earn high school diplomas
DOVER, Del. – 27 incarcerated students earned their high school diplomas Thursday evening. The commencement ceremonies were held in the prison chapels of B...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Delaware debates future, costs of low-enrollment schools
More than a dozen Delaware public schools, mostly in New Castle County, are operating at less than 60% capacity, according to data from the Delaware Departme...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Vigil held for 2 teens killed in hit-and-run in New Castle County; driver in custody
A community in New Castle County, Delaware, is mourning the loss of two 17-year-olds, Cara and Nathan, who were struck and killed in a hit-and-run incident;...
Jun 24, 2026Open source
From Spotlight Delaware - New traffic cameras in New Castle County capture thousands of speeders
A speed camera on Milltown Road near Marshallton captured thousands of speeders during its first two months in operation. | SPOTLIGHT DELAWARE PHOTO BY NAOMI...
Jun 16, 2026Open source
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
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
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
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Body found in retention pond outside hospital in Delaware
A death investigation is underway after a man's body was discovered in a retention pond outside Christiana Hospital in Newark on Saturday morning.
Jul 20, 2026Open source
Body found in retention pond near Christiana Hospital in Newark, Delaware Delaware State Police are investi...
Delaware State Police are investigating a death after a man's body was found in a retention pond near Christiana Hospital in Newark.
Jul 20, 2026Open source
Delaware Junior Championships include Cape Region golfers
The Golf Association of Philadelphia held the Junior Championships at Wild Quail Golf & Country Club in Kent County July 8-9. Valerie Danby of Fieldstone GC...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Wilmington City Council members want change after a police-involved shooting death
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Listen • 1:07 Quinn Kirkpatrick / Delaware Public Media The Wilmington Police Department released body cam footage Thursday...
Jul 18, 2026Open source
Bodycam video released in deadly shooting of Kadir Skinner in Wilmington
Authorities in Delaware have released a series of body-worn camera videos from the June 24 officer-involved shooting that left a Kadir Skinner, 19, dead.
Jul 16, 2026Open source
Police body-worn camera video from shooting of Kadir Skinner released Body-worn camera videos from the nigh...
Body-worn camera videos from the night Kadir Skinner was shot and killed by police in Wilmington, Delaware, were released by state and local officials Thu...
Jul 16, 2026Open source
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The scoop on a local ice cream trail | Inquirer Greater Media
Delaware County is tapping into its sweet side with an Ice Cream Trail and accompanying passport. Here’s the scoop on all the area shops participating. Als...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
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Delaware has declared a measles outbreak after two more positive cases were reported, health officials said Wednesday.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Sunny, comfortable summer weather on tap across Philadelphia region Our mid-summer delightful break begins...
Our mid-summer delightful break begins today with dry air, light northerly breezes and plenty of sunshine in the Delaware Valley.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Trump pays respects to 4 US service members killed in the Middle East
DOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Del. (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday honored the lives of four U.S. service members who were killed in the Middle East and...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
President Trump attends dignified transfer for four US Army soldiers killed in the Middle East
President Donald Trump traveled to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware Wednesday for the dignified transfer of the four U.S. Army soldiers who were killed in ac...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Delaware declares measles outbreak, 4 confirmed cases all in unvaccinated patients
Delaware health officials have confirmed four cases of measles, all in unvaccinated men in Kent County.
Jul 22, 2026Open source
Delaware declares measles outbreak after 4 confirmed cases
Delaware has declared a measles outbreak after confirming four cases. Health officials are conducting contact tracing.
Jul 22, 2026Open source
Families waiting for memorial bricks before Delco Memorial Hospital is demolished Before Delaware County Me...
Before Delaware County Memorial Hospital is demolished, the Upper Darby School District is working to save important items that are still inside.
Jul 22, 2026Open source
Sheriff: Attempt to save struggling swimmer in Scioto River leaves 5 dead Multiple agencies in Delaware Cou...
Sheriff: Attempt to save struggling swimmer in Scioto River leaves 5 dead Multiple agencies in Delaware County received calls about an incident near the O’...
Jul 21, 2026Open source
Woman arrested after returning for AirPod following robbery of Del. restaurant
A Delaware woman was arrested after police say she robbed a Dover Wendy's and fled, only to return for an AirPod she left behind.
Jul 20, 2026Open source
Delaware officials confirm 1st case of measles in more than a decade
An unvaccinated Kent County man has tested positive for measles, making him the first confirmed case in Delaware in more than a decade, officials said.
Jul 20, 2026Open source
Delaware jobless rate drops for 2nd straight month to 4.9%
Delaware’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in June fell to 4.9%, from 5.1% in May 2026.
Jul 19, 2026Open source
New tenants highlight Nylon Capital Center update in Seaford
Slowly but surely, the rebirth of the Nylon Capital Center in Seaford is sailing along. Three large anchor tenants — Delaware Technical Community College,...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Self-service sports wagering kiosks now at 89 retailers plus Delaware casinos
Delaware Sports Lottery players can now enjoy the convenience and expanded options of self-service sports wagering kiosks. The Delaware Lottery, in partnersh...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Cuban dance organization Treinta Y Tres receives $50 thousand grant
Treinta Y Tres Delaware Rueda was one of 56 organizations in the nation to receive a $50 thousand grant.
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Delaware’s unemployment rate drops for the second straight month
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Listen • 0:49 Delaware’s unemployment rate fell again in June.
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Ackerman to lead GFWC Zwaanendael Women’s Club
At the June general meeting of the GFWC Zwaanendael Women’s Club, the 2026-28 board members were installed, and the gavel was passed to new President Ann M...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
Executive search opens for state chamber of commerce president
During the organization's 189th annual dinner in January, current Delaware State Chamber of Commerce President Michael J. Quaranta announced his plans to ret...
Jul 19, 2026Open source
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The scoop on a local ice cream trail | Inquirer Greater Media
Delaware County is tapping into its sweet side with an Ice Cream Trail and accompanying passport. Here’s the scoop on all the area shops participating. Als...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Measles outbreak declared in Delaware after 2 additional cases reported Delaware has declared a measles out...
Delaware has declared a measles outbreak after two more positive cases were reported, health officials said Wednesday.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Sunny, comfortable summer weather on tap across Philadelphia region Our mid-summer delightful break begins...
Our mid-summer delightful break begins today with dry air, light northerly breezes and plenty of sunshine in the Delaware Valley.
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Trump pays respects to 4 US service members killed in the Middle East
DOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Del. (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday honored the lives of four U.S. service members who were killed in the Middle East and...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
President Trump attends dignified transfer for four US Army soldiers killed in the Middle East
President Donald Trump traveled to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware Wednesday for the dignified transfer of the four U.S. Army soldiers who were killed in ac...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Delaware declares measles outbreak, 4 confirmed cases all in unvaccinated patients
Delaware health officials have confirmed four cases of measles, all in unvaccinated men in Kent County.
Jul 22, 2026Open source
Delaware declares measles outbreak after 4 confirmed cases
Delaware has declared a measles outbreak after confirming four cases. Health officials are conducting contact tracing.
Jul 22, 2026Open source
Families waiting for memorial bricks before Delco Memorial Hospital is demolished Before Delaware County Me...
Before Delaware County Memorial Hospital is demolished, the Upper Darby School District is working to save important items that are still inside.
Jul 22, 2026Open source
Sheriff: Attempt to save struggling swimmer in Scioto River leaves 5 dead Multiple agencies in Delaware Cou...
Sheriff: Attempt to save struggling swimmer in Scioto River leaves 5 dead Multiple agencies in Delaware County received calls about an incident near the O’...
Jul 21, 2026Open source
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