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Lisa Blunt Rochester speaking at the DNC
Politics & Policy

Lisa Blunt Rochester could make history with a victory in Delaware’s U.S. Senate race

Blunt Rochester has served four terms as Delaware’s lone representative in the House.

2 months ago

Matt Meyer in Wilmington
Politics & Policy

Democrat Matt Meyer and Republican Michael Ramone square off in Delaware’s gubernatorial contest

Outgoing Democratic Gov. John Carney is prohibited by law from seeking a third term.

2 months ago

Danny Rickapauth sits by a tent
Community

‘It’s self-governed’: Former Del. police barracks transformed into tent community to support people experiencing homelessness

Tharros Village offers shelter and essential support that’s creating a new sense of hope for homeless individuals in southern Delaware.

2 months ago

Listen 1:40
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump arrives at an election night watch party at the Palm Beach Convention Center, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla.
Politics & Policy

Election 2024 updates: Trump wins presidential race; GOP sweeps Pa. row offices

Follow along for live special coverage on the 2024 general election.

2 months ago

Margarette Osias speaks with one of her patients
Health

‘Yo no senti ningun bulto’: New Delaware report highlights declining cancer rates and the need for early detection

Even as Delaware cancer rates are declining, there’s still persistent disparities in cases. Experts emphasize the need for early detection.

2 months ago

Listen 1:34
two signs read POLLING PLACE and ACCESS for handicapped voters
Politics & Policy

Voting rights: Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware voters, here’s what you need to know before hitting the voting booth

Tuesday is Election Day. Here is what you can or cannot do while casting your ballot.

2 months ago

Listen 1:10
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris
Politics & Policy

GOP voters in Delaware voice hope election signals new direction for U.S.

Republican voters in Delaware cite the economy and high prices for consumer products as top concerns heading into next week’s election.

2 months ago

Listen 0:50
A skeleton is seen dancing from a West Philly porch
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Halloween haunts, ‘Hamilton’ and André 3000 in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Oct. 31 - Nov. 3: Robert Cray Band in Delaware, Halloween hijinks in Philly and its burbs and a “haunted” ship tour in South Jersey are among the weekend’s highlights.

2 months ago

Listen 5:31
Amy Lawson, a fifth-grade teacher at Silver Lake Elementary School in Middletown, Del., helps student Melody Fritz with an English language arts lesson Oct. 1, 2013.
Education

Better pay, cultural competency part of 10-year plan to improve Delaware schools

A recent survey underscores the need for better teacher compensation, professional development in cultural competency and universal early childhood care in Delaware.

2 months ago

Listen 1:26
Indian River High football team in the commercial
Education

‘Brand new era’: Delaware athletes can now make money from ads, but one high school went way too far

The state has relaxed its ban on endorsements, but the longtime prohibition against players in uniform and on school property remains.

2 months ago

Listen 1:59
Joe Biden votes early
Politics & Policy

Early voting in Delaware shatters records as tens of thousands wait in line to cast their ballots

This is the first presidential election in which Delawareans can vote early. Lawmakers approved the law in 2019.

2 months ago

Listen 0:56
Delaware Gov. John Carney
Politics & Policy

What to expect in Delaware on Election Day

Delaware was once one of the most reliable presidential bellwethers of the 20th century but it has not voted for a Republican in the last eight presidential elections.

2 months ago

Water pouring from a kitchen sink
Urban Planning

Pa., N.J., Del. receive millions of federal dollars for water quality upgrades

The states will use the funding to remove toxic chemicals, remove lead pipes and upgrade sewer and stormwater infrastructure.

2 months ago

Listen 1:08
Kyle Evans Gay and Ruth Briggs King, side-by-side photos
Politics & Policy

Kyle Evans Gay and Ruth Briggs King are fighting for votes to become Delaware’s next lieutenant governor

Delaware is one of 17 states that elect their lieutenant governor separately from the governor. Both candidates have been state legislators.

2 months ago

Listen 1:06
Flavor Flav performs onstage
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

A hip-hop summit, a haunted circus and Al Roker signs cookbooks in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Oct. 24–27: The second annual Hip-Hop Cultural Summit in Delaware, featuring Flavor Flav, and Halloween haunts in Philly and South Jersey are among the weekend’s highlights.

2 months ago

Listen 4:50
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