Delaware
Residents of a gated community in Delaware say they’re worried they could lose their beloved waterfall, and a piece of history, if a dam is removed to protect fish species.
19 hours ago
Listen 4:41Amid growing demand, a new bilingual child care center is opening in New Castle
With the Latino population on the rise, more families are seeking support for first-generation Spanish-speaking children.
20 hours ago
Listen 1:50University of Delaware junior wins first place in NPR’s College Podcast Challenge
Trinity Hunt’s podcast explores her relationship with her sister through letters and phone calls.
3 days ago
A state-of-the-art indoor sports arena could be coming to Delaware
The state lacks a dedicated indoor track venue for championships, creating barriers for student-athletes and missed opportunities.
4 days ago
Listen 1:22What to know ahead of Delaware’s 2024 presidential and state primary elections
Delaware’s presidential primary election is Tuesday, April 2. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from election deadlines to who’s on the ballot.
4 days ago
Newest candidate shakes up Delaware’s Democratic primary race for governor
The former state environmental protection chief has never run for office. He’ll face two prominent politicians also vying to replace Gov. Carney.
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Listen 1:26Delaware weed stores will have the chance to offer ‘deli-style’ sales
The state’s proposed regulations only allow for pre-packaged buds, but the marijuana commissioner says dispensaries can seek a variance.
6 days ago
Listen 2:02Delaware fights challenge to assault weapons, large-capacity magazine bans in appeals court
The U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia is weighing whether to grant requests by gun rights advocates to bar Delaware laws they argue are unconstitutional.
1 week ago
‘Unique grief’: New Delaware group aims to offer better support for those left behind after suicide
Suicide deaths have been increasing in recent years. Now, a new effort in Delaware hopes to offer more support to those left behind.
1 week ago
Listen 1:21Delaware House approves permit, training requirements for handgun purchases after contentious debate
"Permit-to-purchase laws work,” said Rep. Melissa Minor-Brown. “States with permit laws have 25% lower gun homicide rates, 50% lower gun suicide rates.”
1 week ago
Listen :58Wilmington schools to add $18 million resource center with gym, theater and early learning center
The new facility will make resources more accessible to students going to school in downtown Wilmington.
2 weeks ago
The beatings and deprivation were captured on video cameras Mary and Charles Vinson put in the boys’ bedroom. Charles Vinson was sentenced to 49 years behind bars.
2 weeks ago
Treasured Wilmington art studio, drop-in center for people ‘on edges of society’ is closing
The Creative Vision Factory has been a mecca and safe haven for people struggling with mental illness, substance abuse, or homelessness, and sometimes all three.
2 weeks ago
Listen 6:06Carney called on lawmakers to pass some of his priorities in his last year in office to set up the next governor for success.
2 weeks ago
Listen :53State funding for high school wellness health has remained stagnant, and there’s no financial support to expand centers in elementary schools.
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