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John Carney signing bill for Wilmington's 2027 budget
Community

‘Both arbitrary and cruel’: Critics blast Wilmington mayor for evicting people experiencing homelessness from area park

Mayor John Carney took issue with the tactics of protesters who have been demanding more aid to Wilmington’s rent-burdened renters and more shelter beds.

3 months ago

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ICE agents go after protestors outside the Delaney Hall detention center during a protest on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in Newark, N.J. Inside the facility, detainees carried out a labor and hunger strike for days over alleged living conditions.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey Gov. Sherrill announces protest zones around Delaney Hall, citing concerns over ICE agent surge

The governor said protecting demonstrators and federal immigration enforcement officers is her administration's top priority.

3 months ago

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Mary Gay Scanlon speaking at press conference
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania lawmakers push federal bill to boost clean energy

The Energy Bills Relief Act would reinstate tax incentives and speed the development of new clean energy projects.

3 months ago

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Front of Philadelphia School District head quarters
Education

School District of Philadelphia approves $4.6 billion operating budget

The approval comes as the city school system faces a $300 million deficit after federal pandemic funds ran out.

3 months ago

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ICE agents use their baton as they clash with protesters outside the Delaney Hall detention center during a protest on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in Newark, N.J.
Politics & Policy

‘Modern-day concentration camp’: Escalating violence reported at Delaney Hall ICE facility in Newark, New Jersey

Gov. Mikie Sherrill, who was denied entry to the facility this week, said Health Department inspectors were not allowed to do a full inspection.

3 months ago

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Protesters and media are thrown on the road by ICE agents outside the Delaney Hall detention during a protest on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in Newark, N.J. Inside the facility, detainees carried out a labor and hunger strike for days over alleged living conditions.
Politics & Policy

Congress members say conditions dire at New Jersey detention center facing protests, reported hunger strike

One lawmaker said detainees at Delaney Hall in Newark are being given small portions of food that “very often” contain maggots.

3 months ago

President Donald Trump, left, and Kevin Warsh arrive at a swearing-in ceremony for Warsh as Chairman of the Federal Reserve in the East Room of the White House
Politics & Policy

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop leaks

The Trump administration is requesting comment on its plans to further crack down on what it calls the release of unauthorized information.

4 months ago

side-by-side photos of Charles Koch and David Koch
Politics & Policy

Groups founded by billionaire Koch brothers sue Delaware over campaign finance law requiring donor disclosure

The federal lawsuit charges that the 2012 law serves to “chill free speech," but a state official says the plaintiffs are “trying to keep dark money dark.”

4 months ago

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Councilman James Spadola (left) and Council President Trippi Congo
Politics & Policy

‘No kings in Wilmington’: Fight over party representation on City Council heightened with move to oust former Republican

Council member James Spadola served as the group’s sole Republican since 2020 before switching parties last year.

4 months ago

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Memorial site of the victims killed during the Hamas attack on a music festival
Politics & Policy

Bill would force Delaware lawmakers to disclose free trips to Taiwan, other places

A lawmaker who traveled on a third party’s dime wants to clarify a “weird, gray area” of law but some insist such “gifts” already must be reported.

4 months ago

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La administración del gobernador de Delaware, Matt Meyer
Courts & Law

“Combatan el exceso de autoridad federal”: Delaware apela la orden de un juez federal de entregar a los investigadores de ICE los registros salariales de 15 empresas.

Las autoridades federales afirman haber recibido denuncias de que las empresas están contratando ilegalmente a inmigrantes indocumentados.

4 months ago

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Politics & Policy

Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 04/30/2026

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer joins us to tackle issues like the long-awaited Port of Wilmington expansion, rising unemployment, and the rollout of legalized marijuana.

Air Date: April 30, 2026 8:00 pm

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El gobernador Matt Meyer (izquierda) declaró que el estado
Courts & Law

“Quedarán expuestos”: Delaware debe entregar los registros salariales de 15 empresas objeto de una investigación del ICE, dictamina un juez federal.

Las autoridades federales afirman estar llevando a cabo una investigación penal tras recibir denuncias de que las empresas están empleando ilegalmente a inmigrantes.

4 months ago

The exterior of the building for the women's center
Courts & Law

Supreme Court sides with N.J. anti-abortion center raising 1st Amendment fears about state investigation

The unanimous ruling is a procedural victory for First Choice Women’s Resource Centers, which is challenging a New Jersey investigation of its practices.

4 months ago

Side by side photos of Matt Meyer and Colm F. Connolly
Courts & Law

‘Fight federal overreach’: Delaware appeals federal judge’s order to surrender wage records for 15 businesses to ICE investigators

Federal authorities say they have received tips that the businesses are illegally hiring undocumented immigrants.

5 months ago

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