
Johnny Perez-Gonzalez reports on the state of Delaware for WHYY News. Johnny graduated from the University of Delaware and previously worked for WHYY as part of the Delaware Community Foundation internship program.
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Despite significant progress in foster care in Delaware, better support and transition programs are needed.
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Rent-to-own program offers New Castle County renters an alternative to skyrocketing housing costs
The new rent-to-own program gives Northern Delaware renters a chance to improve their credit and ease financial concerns.
2 years ago
Listen 1:21Farming can be a mentally taxing job. Farmers in Delaware have some new help to manage their stress
The Delaware Farm Bureau is offering mental health support for farmers, who face challenges in the fields and making ends meet.
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Delaware lawmakers unveil package of bills designed to combat the impacts of climate change
The legislative package includes a measure to reduce net emissions in the state by 50% by 2030 and by 100% reaching net zero by 2050.
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The community center, which empowers and supports low-income communities, is expanding its early childhood education capacity with plans for even more.
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A generational stigma around talking about mental health care is made worse in southern Delaware, where fewer providers are available.
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Georgetown invests in new housing developments as coastal workers look for rentals further inland
Georgetown is looking to curb the affordable housing crisis in coastal areas by offering assistance to young professionals.
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New Castle County is attempting to combat drug usage through a new wastewater drug monitoring system.
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Delaware launches a new program to boost middle schoolers' careers awareness and exploration, as well as their high and postsecondary school readiness.
2 years ago
Delaware Art Museum highlights Latino culture in temporary exhibit
The Delaware Art Museum is exhibiting “Estampas de la Raza” to highlight the Latino community's cultures, traditions, identities, struggles, and memories.
2 years ago
A new Delaware law cuts criminal fees for residents with low income
The new measure will eliminate certain fees and fines for Delawareans struggling to pay.
2 years ago
Guatemalans in Delaware hope to see improvement back home as they find success in the U.S.
Guatemalans make up 30% of the state’s population of Hispanic or Latino descent. They want to see better education, less crime in their home country.
2 years ago
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