First State Focus

Former U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords met with local advocates working to access more funding to continue combating gun violence in Delaware.

The state’s marijuana commissioner said the sales figures, which included a 15% tax, exceeded expectations. State revenue was $93,750.

New Castle County homeowners are crying foul after residential taxes rise while tax bills for some major companies fall.

Recreational sales began at 12 medical weed dispensaries that paid $100,000 apiece for conversion licenses. Thirty retail-only stores are coming too.

Limited assistance plagues Delawareans seeking utility assistance. But new laws could help avoid shutoffs.

The launch at existing medical dispensaries comes more than two years after legalization, but a key cannabis advocate is calling for a boycott.

Counties hadn’t done property reassessments in decades. But a recent court decision forced their hand.

A community talk in Wilmington taught Latino families how to preserve traditions while making healthier, more informed food choices.

Delawareans could soon start feeling the impact of federal budget cuts to SNAP and Medicaid programs.

State lawmakers could take up more immigration-related measures next year, including limiting where ICE arrests can be made.

Auditor Lydia York said Appoquinimink’s shortfall is a serious issue. Lawmakers wrote that it “warrants urgent, independent scrutiny.’’

Food in containers made of the white plastic foam can no longer be given to diners who eat in, take leftovers or pick up takeout orders.

Delaware counties are fuming over the state overturning local decisions it doesn’t like. Weed advocates say local zoning rules are restrictive.

The amendment to remove capital punishment from Delaware’s Constitution must be voted on twice consecutively by lawmakers.

Delaware legislators approved bills on offshore wind, creating an Inspector General Office and limiting agreements with federal immigration authorities.