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Delaware

A crash involving a U-Haul van near the University of Delaware
Community
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University of Delaware student dead, at least 7 people injured in crash involving speeding U-Haul van

The driver has been charged with second-degree murder, and a passenger in the van was detained by Newark police, but no charges against that person have been filed so far.

2 months ago

(AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Studio 2
Health

The debate about physician-assisted suicide in Del., NJ, Pa.

On this episode of Studio 2, we look at the latest developments in the debate over assisted suicide - also known as medical aid in dying, dying with dignity, right to die.

Air Date: April 29, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:45
A moderator on stage with 5 panelists for the town hall
Politics & Policy

Delaware’s elected leaders urge continued collective power against Trump administration during packed town hall

Members of the public voiced concerns about cuts to emergency aid and pushed for 1960s-style civil disobedience.

2 months ago

Listen 1:02
Students at the University of Delaware Earth Day tabling fair
Science

Swap, don’t shop: Gen Z leads the charge against fast fashion at University of Delaware clothing event

Delaware students rethink consumer habits at sustainable clothing swap aimed at tackling climate footprint.

2 months ago

Listen 1:28
Un signo dice Bienvenido a Wilmington
Politics & Policy

‘Secreto’: El Ayuntamiento de Wilmington busca permiso de los legisladores estatales para reunirse en privado, fuera de las reuniones abiertas previstas por la ley

Los opositores a la propuesta dicen que el Ayuntamiento de Wilmington debería discutir los asuntos políticos abiertamente.

2 months ago

Cynthia
Politics & Policy

Delaware evalúa responder al memorando del Departamento de Educación de EE. UU. que amenaza la financiación de estudiantes de bajos ingresos mediante programas DEI

La Oficina de Derechos Civiles del Departamento de Educación de Estados Unidos dice que la financiación federal es un privilegio, no un derecho.

2 months ago

outside Glasgow High School, the site of Christina School District's administration office
Courts & Law

Delaware school board member challenges residency of fellow board member living in Pakistan

Christina School Board member Naveed Baqir says that while he no longer lives in Delaware, he is still a state resident able to serve on the board.

2 months ago

Listen 1:07
A view of runners running around a track.
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Penn Relays, StrEATFest, Philly Black Pride and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

April 24-27: Princess Tea in Del., Penn Relays in Philly and Hollywood Nights: The Bob Seger Experience in South Jersey are among the weekend highlights.

2 months ago

Listen 5:09
Sarah McBride speaks
Politics & Policy

Delaware elected leaders to hold in-person town hall as Trump approaches 100 days in office

The town hall includes Delaware’s congressional leaders as well as Gov. Matt Meyer and state Attorney General Kathy Jennings.

2 months ago

Listen 1:00
Students rallying at University of Delaware
Education

‘Caught up in this fascist web’: Amid visa revocations, students call on University of Delaware to resist Trump administration

Dennis Assanis, UD president, told the campus the terminations came without advance notice, and that officials know of no ICE presence at the Newark school.

2 months ago

Listen 2:47
Kevin Hensley
Courts & Law

Delaware lawmaker removed from budget writing committee after DUI conviction

State Rep. Kevin Hensley accepted a plea deal last week for his DUI arrest last November. It’s his second alcohol-related offense.

2 months ago

Listen 1:02
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer is seen from behind.
Politics & Policy

A wall of protection: Delaware lawmakers move to shield immigrant families from federal scrutiny

Proposals would protect immigrant students, families and Driving Privilege Card holders from having personal information shared with federal officials.

2 months ago

Listen 1:46
A selection of books featuring LGBTQ characters
Education

A prince and knight fall in love and the Supreme Court is asked to intervene

Some parents in a suburban Maryland county want to pull their children from elementary school classes that use books featuring LGBTQ characters.

2 months ago

Lawmakers in Legislative Hall's Senate chambers in Dover
Politics & Policy

Physician-assisted suicide bill heads to Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer after tense Senate debate

Similar legislation was vetoed last year by former Gov. John Carney, who said he had a moral objection to the bill.

2 months ago

El hospital Beebe Healthcare en el condado de Sussex, Delaware. Un estudio dice que ninguno de los sistemas de salud del condado – Beebe Healthcare, Bayhealth o TidalHealth – tiene suficientes recursos para poder tener una facultad de medicina, pero podría ser posible si lo hicieran juntos
Education

¿Una facultad de medicina en el condado de Sussex? Líderes opinan sobre la necesidad de más médicos en el sur de Delaware

El sur de Delaware afronta una creciente escasez de médicos. Los líderes están considerando si una nueva Facultad de Medicina podría ayudar a cubrir esta carencia.

2 months ago

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