
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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Some First State districts have adopted protections for undocumented students, but advocates want state-level action to protect all students.
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Listen 2:44The state’s ACLU chapter hopes to prepare residents for potential policies under the incoming Trump administration.
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The newest Delaware high school competition also offers students career pathways in design, cybersecurity and more via hands-on learning.
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Proposed biliteracy school in southern Delaware awaiting approval from state Dept. of Education
A proposed dual-language charter school in Georgetown aims to preserve cultural roots while fostering academic success.
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Listen 1:40Delaware volunteers honor President Carter’s legacy at Habitat for Humanity build site in Wilmington
Gov.-elect Matt Meyer joined volunteers paying tribute to Carter’s housing initiatives with hands-on service.
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Listen 1:21The northern Delaware park is replacing the historic Chambers House Nature Center with a center that focuses on education and recreation.
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Listen 1:32Delaware’s $17.4 million investment expands high-speed internet to over 5,600 underserved homes and businesses, aiming for statewide universal access by 2025.
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Listen 1:23Delaware combatting coastal erosion as $25M Indian River Inlet dredging project advances
More than 130,000 cubic yards of sand have been restored as part of a $25 million effort to protect Route 1 and combat severe erosion at Indian River Inlet.
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The smaller “pocket” homes are designed to be a more affordable and community-focused solution to northern Delaware's housing crisis.
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Seaford aims to turn industrial legacy into a thriving community with $3M revitalization grant
A $3 million investment will transform Seaford's riverfront, cleaning up industrial sites and making way for housing, shops, and green spaces.
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OperaDelaware offers salaried positions, helping reshape artists’ careers and making opera more accessible to the community.
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Listen 1:22A 2,000-square-foot community center is under construction with a kitchen, meeting rooms and office spaces to support residents in transition.
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