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Delaware

Hikers crossing the Wissahickon creek
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Home & Garden Show, Margaret Cho, a silent hike on the Wissahickon and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Feb.19–22: Arts and music in Delaware, Philly Fashion Week and a wellness fair in South Jersey are among the highlights.

3 months ago

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A sign welcomes at the University of Delaware campus
Education

University of Delaware has restored its anti-racism research website. Now students say academic freedom and trust were undermined

University leaders say removing the anti-racism research for months was a mistake. Students and researchers say it eroded academic freedom and institutional trust.

3 months ago

Listen 2:34
outside Legislative Hall
Politics & Policy

Delaware recovers less than half of taxpayer funds stolen by state employee in 2023

The state of Delaware recovered tens of thousands of dollars in stolen funds used as payments for a truck and a camper, along with money seized from a bank account.

3 months ago

Listen 1:02
William Stevenson's home
Courts & Law

High-profile Delaware murder case against Jill Biden’s ex-husband shrouded in secrecy

Bill Stevenson and the future first lady divorced a half-century ago. Now he’s held on $2 million cash bail, accused of killing his wife of nearly 40 years.

3 months ago

Wilmington City Councilwoman Shane Darby
Community

‘Setting them up for failure’: Wilmington community members vow to fight closure of long-standing prison jobs program

Former graduates of Wilmington’s work release program say it saved their lives. It’s set to close next month.

4 months ago

Listen 1:03
ChristianaCare
Health

ChristianaCare plans southern Delaware health campus to expand access as Sussex County population grows

ChristianaCare’s proposed health campus in Georgetown would include an ER and outpatient care to serve Sussex County’s growing population.

4 months ago

Two performers kiss at the end of the final show of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Valentine’s Day fun in Philly, Trevor Noah in Atlantic City and Ringling Bros. circus in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Feb. 13–16: Valentine’s Day and Presidents Day weekend brings concerts, comedy and family fun to the area.

4 months ago

Listen 4:52
a sign for Wilmington Airport
Community

Daedalus Aviation to withdraw Wilmington Airport lease application after public outcry over ICE connections

The Delaware River and Bay Authority said it was legally required to approve the lease. But Delaware and New Jersey governors were pressured to reject it.

4 months ago

Listen 1:01
Gob. Matt Meyer presenta su propuesta de presupuesto
Politics & Policy

El gobernador de Delaware, Matt Meyer, presenta su presupuesto para el año fiscal 2027, basado en recortes de gastos y aumentos de impuestos y tarifas

El presupuesto propuesto por Meyer “modernizaría” las tarifas de constitución de empresas y aumentaría los impuestos al tabaco para incrementar los ingresos estatales.

4 months ago

Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del.
Politics & Policy

“Momento crucial”: los demócratas del Senado de Delaware se oponen a la financiación adicional para ICE tras las muertes en Minneapolis

La delegación del Congreso de Delaware afirma que los agentes federales de inmigración están actuando al margen de la ley y disparando contra estadounidenses en las calles

4 months ago

a water well in a town with proposals to build data centers
Science

How much water do data centers use? One in Delaware City could use up to 20 million gallons a year

A proposed data center in New Castle County would use tens of millions of gallons of water every year.

4 months ago

Listen 1:03
side-by-side photos of Mikie Sherrill and Matt Meyer
Politics & Policy

‘No regard for human life’: Lawmakers, activists urge Delaware and New Jersey governors to oppose partnering with ICE contractor

The Delaware River and Bay Authority said not approving the proposed lease agreement with aviation company Daedalus could put it at financial risk.

4 months ago

Listen 1:07
Don Keister reflects on his son, Tyler Keister
Health

After turning personal tragedy into action, a couple is ready to step down from Delaware addiction group

The overdose death of their son 13 years ago led to the Keisters’ creation of atTAcK Addiction.

4 months ago

Listen 1:46
Shelves display bottles of Kentucky bourbon for sale
Courts & Law

Delaware legislation would restrict proliferation of liquor stores, particularly in Wilmington

Some studies have suggested that liquor stores are associated with higher levels of poverty, violence and lower life expectancy.

4 months ago

Listen 0:51
Bob Marley singing on stage
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

First Friday, early Valentine’s festivities, a Bob Marley birthday bash and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Feb. 5–8: New theater premieres and a children’s book fair are among weekend event highlights.

4 months ago

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