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a wildfire burning
Weather

‘Bad year’ for Delaware wildfires prompts forest service to discourage outdoor burning, offer safety tips

With lower-than-normal rainfall, forest firefighting crews have responded to far more blazes. One saw flames shooting above 50-foot trees.

3 months ago

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University of Delaware campus
Money

University of Delaware receives $71.5 million donation, the largest in school history

Construction on Siegfried Hall is scheduled to begin in 2029. Spaces within the new facility will provide “experiential learning” for students.

3 months ago

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People holding up signs that say 'SAVE MEDICAID'
Politics & Policy

‘I could die’: Delaware patients, health care providers, members of Congress warn against federal cuts to Medicaid

The GOP budget plan, which received bipartisan support in the U.S. Senate, directs a House committee to find $880 million in spending cuts.

3 months ago

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John Arnold and his bogus degree
Courts & Law

Delaware K–5 therapist with bogus doctoral degree pleads no contest to raping 5-year-old girl

John Ervin Arnold counseled kids who experienced trauma or had behavioral health issues. His rape arrest came after child disclosed abuse at summer camp.

3 months ago

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State Capitol building
Politics & Policy

‘Shakedown’: Controversial legislation changing Delaware corporate law passes state Senate with no debate

Supporters of the legislation say changes are needed to ensure companies have clarity and predictability in Delaware’s corporate franchise.

3 months ago

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The Delaware City Refinery in New Castle, Del. A new report on air pollution from the Lung Association focuses on the four-state, 16-county Philadelphia-Reading-Camden-PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area. (Cris Barrish/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

EPA grants for air pollution monitoring, cooling kits and A/C units in Pa. and Del. terminated

In a termination letter, the EPA said it is ensuring its grants do not support programs promoting “DEI” or environmental justice initiatives.

3 months ago

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Photo from a high schools girls basketball game
Education

Does Delaware’s transgender athlete policy put $336 million in annual federal education funding at risk?

No transgender girls are on girls’ school teams, but the complaint seeks to have the state follow President Trump’s executive order, or pay the price.

3 months ago

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Inside the room
Education

St. Georges High School to open new in-house mental health center in Middletown, Del.

St. Georges High School opens Delaware's largest Sean’s room, a student-centered mental health space offering peer support and resources to foster well-being and community.

3 months ago

Listen 1:45
a wildfire burning
Weather

New Jersey and Delaware residents urged to conserve water, prevent fires as region faces drought

New Jersey has been facing an unseasonably high number of wildfires. Delaware officials also warn residents of wildfire risks.

3 months ago

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Paradegoers at Philadelphia's 2023 St. Patrick's Day parade
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Greater Philly Yarn Crawl, Women’s History Month and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

March 13–16: Erika Alexander in Delaware, St. Paddy’s Day celebrations in Philly and EagleMania in South Jersey are among this weekend's event events.

3 months ago

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retail marijuana on shelves
Community

‘Bankrupt’ Delaware recreational marijuana license holders express frustration over delay in start of retail sales, zoning obstacles

Delaware legalized adult-use of cannabis in 2023. Sales were expected to start this spring, but delays in fingerprint checks are worrying advocates.

3 months ago

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Lead pipes
Science

Estudio de la Universidad de Delaware encuentra 2,000 tuberías de plomo de un siglo de antigüedad en Wilmington. ¿Qué pasará a continuación?

El estudio está ayudando a dar forma al plan de Wilmington para reemplazar las viejas tuberías.

3 months ago

a Bethany Beach police vehicle
Courts & Law

‘Estos tipos no estaban trabajando’: 2 jefes de policía de Bethany Beach, Delaware, sustrajeron $150,000 en pagos de horas extras

El jefe Redmon y el capitán Cathell no les dijeron a los oficiales de menor rango que había cientos de turnos de horas extra disponibles. Entonces se apropiaron del dinero.

3 months ago

Lorraine O’Neill visits Longwood Gardens with her mother, Liz O’Neill, joined by her father and brother.
Community

A hidden housing crisis: The fight for stable homes for Delaware adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Advocates are pushing for more resources to help adults with disabilities in Delaware who live with aging parents.

3 months ago

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Matt Meyer signs his first executive order
Politics & Policy

On the record: Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer sounds off on court reform, port modernization and Trump

Gov. Matt Meyer talks about his priorities as he settles into his new role as chief executive of the First State.

3 months ago

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