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Delaware

Heat pumps can work for both heating and cooling. You can think of a heat pump as an air conditioner that can also work backward.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Biden administration awarded home energy rebate money to Pa., Del., N.J. in final days

The rebates will reduce the cost of electric heat pumps, electric stoves, wiring and insulation. They’re expected to roll out this year.

2 years ago

Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer takes oath
Politics & Policy

‘New direction’: Delaware’s new governor calls for bold steps to meet state’s challenges in inauguration speech

Newly sworn in, Matt Meyer promised to focus on public education, housing and rising inequality as governor.

2 years ago

Participants speaking to each other
Politics & Policy

Delaware ACLU trains activists to repel threats to immigrants, reproductive rights and LGBTQ+ protections under Trump

The state’s ACLU chapter hopes to prepare residents for potential policies under the incoming Trump administration.

2 years ago

Matt Meyer speaking into a microphone
Politics & Policy

As Matt Meyer becomes Delaware’s new governor, here’s who he’s picked to help him run the First State

With just a few holdovers from the previous administration, Delaware’s new governor is filling his cabinet with lots of new faces.

2 years ago

gamers
Community

Delaware launches statewide K-12 esports program, linking gaming passion to real-world career opportunities

The newest Delaware high school competition also offers students career pathways in design, cybersecurity and more via hands-on learning.

2 years ago

Residents doctors and fellows
Health

Jefferson Health and ChristianaCare resident doctors join local wave of unionizing

Resident doctors from several major health care institutions in the region voted to form unions in the past two weeks.

2 years ago

Participants at the MLK Day of Service at Girard College create banners.
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

MLK Day of Service, Ben Franklin’s birthday party and ‘Delco: The Movie’ in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Jan. 15–19: MLK concert in Delaware, Center City Restaurant Week in Philly and Winterfest in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

2 years ago

Listen 5:29
Ernest Congo speaks behind a podium
Education

‘Let’s go to war’: Wilmington officials propose educational advocacy office to improve student outcomes

City officials say the Office of Educational Advocacy would focus on the whole child and give City Council a voice it lost more than 40 years ago.

2 years ago

Listen 0:55
Traci Murphy of the Delaware Coalition Against Gun Violence, and board member George Higgins
Courts & Law

‘Another failure by the gun lobby’: Supreme Court won’t review Delaware’s firearms control laws, but legal battles continue

Recent laws ban the sale of assault-style weapons, limit ammunition magazines to 17 rounds, and require a permit to purchase a handgun.

2 years ago

Listen 2:05
The Delaware General Assembly in session at the Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware
Courts & Law

‘Irreparable harm’: Delaware activists say legislation codifying certain crimes would make it harder for some to get bail

Some advocates argue a constitutional amendment and enabling legislation would make people with some felonies more likely to be held pretrial.

2 years ago

Listen 1:06
Rowhouses in Wilmington on a street.
Courts & Law

Wilmington crime data shows shootings down, murders up 71% for 2024

The city of Wilmington saw murders nearly double from 2023 to 2024. But shootings dropped to a six-year low.

2 years ago

Listen 0:46
Children in a classroom
Education

Proposed biliteracy school in southern Delaware awaiting approval from state Dept. of Education

A proposed dual-language charter school in Georgetown aims to preserve cultural roots while fostering academic success.

2 years ago

Listen 1:40
Kevin Smith and Matt Meyer
Community

Delaware volunteers honor President Carter’s legacy at Habitat for Humanity build site in Wilmington

Gov.-elect Matt Meyer joined volunteers paying tribute to Carter’s housing initiatives with hands-on service.

2 years ago

Listen 1:21
a sportscar
Things To Do
Community

Philadelphia Auto Show, Ardmore Winter Beer Fest, Lunar New Year and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Jan. 9–12: “MJ: The Musical,” an artist showcase in Delaware and Wide World of Animals in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

2 years ago

Listen 5:15
A gas-powered hot water heater
Politics & Policy

New federal clean energy rebates are in limbo for residents of Pa., Del., and N.J.

Federal funding is still pending for 21 states, as Biden’s term nears its end. The rebates can cover heat pumps, electric stoves and insulation.

2 years ago

Listen 1:18
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