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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A Delaware inventor wants you to consider raising bees
A unique hive design aims to reduce the physical demands on beekeepers while drastically improving colony survival rates.
4 months ago
Listen 1:23Ladybug Music Festival returns to Wilmington to empower women in music and address gender inequality
The annual festival returns Friday with a lineup of more than 30 women artists spanning the genres of hip-hop, R&B, rock and country.
5 months ago
Listen 1:12Delaware count finds ‘unsurprising’ 9% increase state’s homeless population
With homelessness rising, trends include an increase in homeless children, individuals aged 55 and older and Black communities accounting for 60% of the affected population.
5 months ago
Listen 1:21Delaware’s new Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hopes to boost growth for Latino businesses
The Delaware Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is now offering Latino-owned businesses support and community connections to grow their impact.
5 months ago
Leveling up: University of Delaware graduates its first class of gaming majors
Game studies program students chose from three different concentrations: game design and development; game industry and sport management; and games, culture and society.
5 months ago
Listen 1:50Sussex Central High School expanding to address overcrowding
A new high school will ease congestion in the hallways and classrooms and add a larger gym, more classrooms, and a state-of-the-art black box theater.
5 months ago
Listen 1:41How Delaware’s Hispanic Commission works to improve economic outcomes for Latinos
A key priority for Delaware’s Hispanic Commission is ensuring immigrants can use their degrees from their native countries.
5 months ago
Listen 1:43The visit from Prime Minister Andrew Holness was the first time a sitting head of government delivered a commencement address at DSU.
5 months ago
Delaware’s 14,000 immigrants eligible for naturalization face complex path to citizenship
Of the state’s 100,000 immigrants, only 14,000 are eligible for naturalization. Here’s a look at some of the complex legal hurdles.
5 months ago
Listen 1:27New Castle County unveils comprehensive sustainability plan, seeking community input on priorities
The plan includes nearly 200 items, such as expanding the county’s farmers market program and making more rain barrels available to residents.
5 months ago
Listen 1:46The city plans to rejuvenate its southeastern side, emphasizing diversity and exploring an Office of New Americans.
6 months ago
Delaware’s oldest child care center gets federal funds to support $7 million reconstruction
Since 1890, St. Michael's School and Nursery has been serving families in Wilmington. Now the historic facility is undergoing major renovations.
6 months ago
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