First State Focus

The state had not disclosed the theft to the public until WHYY News contacted the Department of Labor about the funding.

Pa. Sen. Bob Casey is pushing legislation to add more competition to the baby formula market after shortages caused prices to spike.

Carney is under pressure to diversify the court after Vice Chancellor Sam Glasscock tendered his retirement.

Carney said he was “strongly considering” running last fall after current Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki announced he was retiring. Now he’s officially in the race.

Debate lasted more than three hours, at which point House Democrats used a motion to force a vote on the measure.

The state is considering several firearms bills that would prohibit guns on college campuses, more narrowly define a firearm and create a volunteer gun owner registry.

Statistics released earlier this month reveal a slight decrease in overdose deaths for the first time in 10 years.

President Biden addressed the Delaware delegation at the beginning of the event in what White House personnel said was a surprise visit.

While the overall rate dropped, overdoses and drug use are rising in Black and Hispanic/Latino communities across the state.

Auditor Lydia York cites poor management and a slow response to address the financial reporting problems with the state’s unemployment fund.

COVID-19 enhancements also disappear later this year for workers and retirees.

The legislation allows an environmentally-friendly cremation option that turns the body into soil. It passed with bipartisan support in both chambers.

Eugene Young served as director of the Delaware State Housing Authority before stepping down earlier this month to focus on campaigning.

When GOP presidential challenger Nikki Haley suspended her campaign two weeks ago, no challengers were left for either presidential contender.

Women, including women of color, are holding leadership positions in state government in record numbers.