Joe Ciccanti
Three courts have sided with Delaware in cases involving the state’s elections and campaign finance rules. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit on August 31st denied an appeal from the Americans for Prosperity Foundation, which is challenging Delaware’s disclosure rules for third-party campaign advertisers. The ruling returns the case to the U.S.…
The Delaware Supreme Court has upheld a state law restricting the purchase, possession and control of most firearms by people under 21. Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced the ruling Tuesday, saying the court’s 4-to-1 decision overturns a 2025 Superior Court ruling that found House Bill 451 unconstitutional. The law was signed by then-Governor John Carney…
Governor Matt Meyer has signed three criminal justice reform bills aimed at reducing the financial burden of the justice system, protecting digital privacy and strengthening reentry support. House Bill 133 gives Delaware courts discretion to waive certain fines and fees for people experiencing financial hardship, including those receiving public assistance or represented by the Office…
The Delaware Office of Highway Safety has launched two motorcycle safety campaigns as Delmarva Bike Week gets underway. One campaign offers safety tips for Delaware drivers sharing the road with motorcycles, while the other focuses on motorcycle riders. According to OHS, more than 100-thousand riders and motorcycle enthusiasts are expected in Ocean City through Sunday,…
A traffic stop in Salisbury led to a drug arrest and the seizure of over 12-thousand dollars in cash. The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy stopped a 2023 Kia Sportage on August 28th near East Lincoln and Spring Avenues after observing a traffic violation. A registration check showed the vehicle’s registration was suspended.…
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown has joined a bipartisan coalition of 48 attorneys general urging the FCC to strengthen rules designed to prevent illegal robocalls. The coalition wants phone companies to more thoroughly vet providers that route calls through U.S. networks, monitor them more regularly, and take action against those that violate federal rules. Included…
Last week, 44-year-old Jose Dominguez-Morales of Dover, was arrested for two separate burglaries and released on a $9,000 unsecured bond, according to Dover Police. Less than a week later, he was arrested again. Police say Dominguez-Morales entered the Dover Hollywood Diner through an unsecured window and stole two donation boxes containing approximately $300. He then…
UPDATED – 09/04/26 – This project is now expected to begin on Monday, September 21st. The date of completion is still expected to be November 8th. ======================================================================= ORIGINAL STORY – 09/03/26 – The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will begin a project to clean and paint the US 13 Business (Market Street) Bridge…
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer has signed a package of gun safety legislation aimed at increasing oversight of firearms dealers and addressing untraceable firearms. Senate Bill 300 requires anyone selling or transferring firearms in Delaware to obtain a state dealer license through Delaware State Police. Dealers will also be required to complete training every two years,…
A Dover airman–27-year-old Dylan Williams– appeared in federal court today (September 3rd) on charges including coercion and enticement, transportation with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity, and travel to engage in illicit sexual conduct. According to court documents, Williams is accused of engaging in sexually explicit text exchanges with a 15-year-old victim, driving several…
Labor Day weekend travelers are facing the highest gas prices ever for this time of year, according to AAA. The national average is $4.14, up 4 cents from last week. Continued volatility in the Strait of Hormuz has pushed crude oil prices into the $90 per barrel range. After a record-setting August, this Labor Day…
The U.S. Coast Guard is ramping up on-water enforcement across its Mid-Atlantic region—including Delaware Bay and the Eastern Shore—ahead of the busy Labor Day weekend. As part of Operation Safe Voyage, the initiative targets illegal passenger-for-hire charters and ensures recreational boaters comply with federal safety laws. Coast Guard crews alongside local law enforcement will conduct…
Governor Wes Moore announced the expansion of the Maryland Community Compass (compass.maryland.gov), a free, AI-powered platform designed to streamline local development by centralizing statewide property, zoning, and funding data. Initially launched in December 2025 as the Maryland Community Business Compass—which has already served 15,000+ users and directed nearly $14M in state funding to high-need areas—the…
2026–2027 Wicomico Teacher of the Year Dr. Chelsea Taylor (James M. Bennett High School) has been named one of seven finalists for Maryland Teacher of the Year. Dr. Taylor serves as an English Language Arts teacher and literacy professional development coach at JMB. Dr. Chelsea Taylor Among the seven state finalists is also Alice Tickler…
UPDATE: The Delaware State Police have identified 48-year-old Paul Lawson of Harbeson, as the man who died in the motorcycle crash that occurred Tuesday in Lewes. The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this crash. Troopers ask anyone who witnessed the crash to contact Master Corporal R. Albert at (302) 703-3266. Information may also…
September is National Preparedness Month, and Sussex County Emergency Management is reminding residents to prepare for emergencies year-round. The County is partnering with local libraries to display sample emergency kits and host “Are You Ready?” preparedness sessions. The kits include essentials such as water, first aid supplies, flashlights, batteries, nonperishable food and important documents. Sessions…
Governor Matt Meyer says Delaware is moving toward a more equitable, student-centered public school funding system after signing two bills recommended by the Public Education Funding Commission. The bills, signed June 30th, authorize a new needs-based school funding formula and make the commission permanent to provide ongoing oversight, transparency and accountability. The Delaware Department of…
A 21-year-old Virginia Beach man is dead and two others injured after a two-vehicle crash this morning in Worcester County. Police say the man pronounced dead at the scene was identified as Nijee Williams-Seck, the driver of a Nissan Maxima. A 17-year-old female passenger was flown by Maryland State Police Aviation Command to a local…
Worcester County Tourism and Southern Worcester County could see new business investment, industry growth and quality year-round jobs under a new economic development initiative. Worcester County Tourism and Economic Development and the Tri-County Council for the Lower Eastern Shore are launching a $150,000 study to identify opportunities to achieve those goals, funded by a $75,000…
Ocean City will be designated a Special Event Zone from Tuesday, Sept. 8th, through Sunday, Sept. 13th, for OC Rock & Ride Bikefest, with thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts expected in town. The town’s 30-mph speed limit will be strictly enforced, resulting in higher fines and possible arrests for certain violations. Ocean City Police will be…
The Talbot County Sheriff’s Office says a TikTok post containing a vague threat toward Easton Middle School has been determined to be not credible following an investigation with the Talbot County Board of Education, TikTok and other law enforcement agencies. Deputies found no evidence of an active threat or plan to harm students, staff or…
A DART bus crashed into a retaining wall at the Rehoboth Beach traffic circle early Wednesday morning, according to the Rehoboth Beach Police Department. The crash occurred at approximately 2:34 a.m. at the circle on Rehoboth Avenue. There were no passengers aboard the bus at the time of the crash. The driver may have suffered…
The Dover Police Department is investigating a burglary at a Habitat for Humanity construction site on Willis Road. At about 8:30 a.m., Dover Police responded to Willis Road for the reported burglary. Upon arrival, officers learned that the duplex under construction had been secured on August 28th at approximately 12:00 p.m. When the work crew…
Governor Matt Meyer has signed House Bill 456, updating Delaware’s Subaqueous Lands Act to speed up permitting and simplify the process for work on submerged lands and tidal waters. The law establishes processing timelines for small residential docks, expands general permits for lower-impact projects such as utility lines and minor road crossings, and eliminates some…