Sarah Mueller

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

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

Commission members are already saying they may need more time. The earliest the recommendations could be included in the state budget is fiscal year 2027.

Open government advocates say a new governor and potentially more progressive lawmakers would provide a unique opportunity for more transparency.

Delaware will soon allow people to buy raw milk, but health officials say the practice has serious risks.

The new laws build on top of protections passed in previous years that have made Delaware a sanctuary state for providers and people seeking abortion care.

Delaware resident Kyle Stevens submitted 10 fraudulent applications for pandemic aid for small businesses while living overseas.

Up to four power cables from offshore wind turbines will be buried under Delaware wetlands and beaches. Some fishermen worry about harm to wildlife.

The Civic League of New Castle County argued top state officials created an air of impropriety by withholding details of a 2023 embezzlement.

Route 1 at the Indian River Inlet is a direct route to medical facilities. The road has been flooded several times in previous months.

Retiring state Rep. Paul Baumbach has pushed for medical aid in dying legislation since 2015. Gov. Carney said he was “morally opposed” to it becoming law.

The school argues its charter means it is not subject to some state laws and efforts to force it to be transparent.