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Democrats Introduce Bill to Address Delaware’s Projected $400 Million Budget Shortfall
Democrat lawmakers have introduced legislation that would immediately address what they say is a projected $400 million budget shortfall caused by recent federal tax code changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Sponsored by Representative Kerri Evelyn Harris and Senator Bryan Townsend, House Bill 255 would separate Delaware’s tax code from certain parts…
Read MoreVehicle Passenger in Milton Charged with Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest at Traffic Stop
In Milton, a 26-year-old passenger in a vehicle was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest following a traffic stop. Milton Police say an officer witnessed the vehicle fail to use a turn signal at the intersection of Union Street and Federal Street around 9 p.m. on October 30th. Police say during the stop, the…
Read MoreNew Report Highlights Toll of Lung Cancer in Delaware, Maryland
A new report from the American Lung Association highlights both progress and challenges in Maryland’s and Delaware’s fight against lung cancer. The 2025 State of Lung Cancer report shows that lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths in both states and across the nation. Maryland ranks among the top states for surgical treatment…
Read MorePotential Air Travel Disruptions During Holiday Season
With the holiday travel season on the horizon and many people planning trips, air travel is expected to face significant issues due to a combination of factors. Those factors include record-breaking passenger numbers, staffing shortages among air traffic controllers caused by a government shutdown, and potential weather disruptions. As a result, increased delays and cancellations…
Read MoreFood Bank of Delaware to Hold Mass Drive-Thru Distributions During November
If you are in need of food assistance, the Food Bank of Delaware will hold a series of three mass drive-thru distributions in each county later this month. These distributions are open to those who live in Delaware. You’ll need to bring proof that you live in Delaware (utility bill, rental agreement, Delaware ID, etc.).…
Read MoreAAA: Air Travelers Advised to Book Early as Dynamic Pricing Takes Off
 Many airlines have begun adopting a new fare pricing system known as the New Distribution Capability (NDC), developed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This technology enables dynamic pricing, allowing ticket costs to fluctuate frequently and vary by search location. As a result, traditional patterns of discounted fares are becoming less reliable. According…
Read MoreUPDATED: Sussex County Council Holds Public Hearing on CMF Cool Spring, LLC Tuesday Afternoon
UPDATED – 11/04/25 –Â The Sussex County Council met Tuesday – a meeting that heavily focused on land use. County Administrator Todd Lawson had a short discussion on the Land Use Reform Working Group recommendations and that they would begin to implement some of the more straight-forward recommendations in the near future. He told the Council…
Read MoreUPDATED: Fire Damages Dagsboro Business Tuesday Afternoon
Firefighters from Dagsboro were called for a structure fire at B & E Tire and Auto just after 3:30 Tuesday afternoon. Firefighters arriving at the scene found fire and smoke. Officials say the business was occupied and operating at the time of the fire – all occupants were able to escape without injury. Multiple companies…
Read MoreUPDATED: Pittsville Voters Return 3 Incumbents to Town Commission Tuesday
UPDATED – 11/04/25 –Â Â Three incumbents have been re-elected to the Pittsville town commission. David Carozza was the top vote-getter with 53 votes followed by Roland Adkins with 43. Michael O’Brien received 41 votes. Write-in candidate Ivory Smith won 39 votes. =========================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 11/03/25 – Pittsville voters will go to the polls on Tuesday…
Read MoreUPDATED: Seaford Juvenile Arrested for Milford Bomb Threat; Milford Police Investigate Bomb Threat at Milford High School & Central Academy Monday Morning
UPDATED – 11/04/25 –Â Milford Police Detectives have identified the email sender in Monday’s bomb threat that led to the evacuation of both Milford Central Academy and Milford High School as a 13 year old boy from Seaford who was not a Milford School District student. An arrest warrant has been obtained and on Tuesday the…
Read MoreUPDATED: GOFUNDME Set up for Laurel Victim; Lewes Man Charged with Vehicular Assault & DUI After 3 Vehicle Crash Friday near Harbeson
UPDATED: 11/04/25 – A GoFundMe has been set up to help the 26 year old Laurel woman who was seriously injured in this crash.  ================================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 11/03/25 – A Lewes man has been arrested following a three-vehicle crash Friday afternoon on Hollymount Road in Harbeson. Preliminary investigation by Delaware State Police shows a…
Read MoreCity of Rehoboth Beach Seeks Members for Boardwalk Historical Designation Task Force
The City of Rehoboth Beach is looking for applicants for the new Boardwalk Historic Designation Task Force. This task force of 7 to 9 people would acquire historic designations for the boardwalk by Delaware Public Archives and the National Register of Historic Places. Task force members would be chosen by the Mayor and confirmed by…
Read MoreDE Gov Meyer Launches Office of New Americans
Governor Matt Meyer has launched a new Delaware Office of New Americans. This new office is within the Department of State and will provide support to the immigrant community – including citizenship assistance and coordinating with partner organizations. Gov. Meyer has chosen Milford native Rony Baltazar-Lopez as director. About 11.5% of Delaware’s population are immigrants.…
Read MoreDSP Investigating Pedestrian Crash Monday Night on Route 9 East of Georgetown
A fire police officer from Georgetown was hospitalized with critical injuries after he was struck by a vehicle at the area of Route 9 and Shingle Point Road just after 8:30pm. Delaware State Police say the 78 year old fire police officer was standing in the eastbound lane near his vehicle with emergency lights activated…
Read MoreWoodland Ferry to Close 11/6 – 11/10
The Delaware Department of Transportation announces The Woodland Ferry will be closed on Thursday 11/6, Friday 11/7, and Monday 11/10. It will resume back to normal operations on Tuesday 11/11.
Read MoreGov. Moore Announces $62-Million in State Funding to Ensure Full November SNAP Benefits for Marylanders
Marylanders will see SNAP Benefits for November! Governor Wes Moore announced Monday that $62-million has been released to ensure full November SNAP benefits. The funding was authorized by executive order and represents the State’s contribution to making SNAP recipients whole following a federal judge’s order that the Trump Administration provide contingency funding for the program.…
Read MoreDSP: First State Police Agency to Complete IACP Trust Building Campaign
The Delaware State Police are the first state police agency in the country to successfully complete the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Trust Building Campaign. When an agency joins the campaign – they pledge to adopt 25 key policies and best practices aimed at improving transparency, accountability and common engagement over a 36-month…
Read MoreDelaware Blocks Illegal Cuts to Comprehensive Sexual Health Education
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings has successfully blocked the Trump Administration from defunding teen reproductive and sexual health education programs over language that affirms all young peoples’ gender identities. The lawsuit was filed by AG’s from 16 states and the District of Columbia and sued the US Department of Health and Human Services in September…
Read MoreDOC Launches “Friends and Family Handbook” to Help Navigate the Correctional System
The Delaware Department of Correction has launched its “Friends and Family Handbook.” This resource provides information for families and friends of incarcerated individuals to help them navigate the correctional system. The handbook helps to answer common questions as well as open channels of communication between members of the community and the DOC.  CLICK HERE FOR…
Read MoreDE AG Kathy Jennings Files Brief Supporting Offshore Wind Project
Attorney General Kathy Jennings has filed a brief challenging the abrupt cancellation of a “fully permitted offshore wind power project.” Jennings says the US Wind project would bring cheaper and cleaner energy to Delawareans. In October of last year, US Wind was approved to construct an offshore wind power turbine project off the coast of…
Read MoreHurlock Voters Choose a New Mayor in Saturday’s Election
Hurlock voters on Saturday opted for change! Voters chose Earl Murphy as their next Mayor with 230 votes to incumbent Charles Cephas’s 141. Incumbent Councilwoman Bonnie Franz returns to the Council to represent District 2 after receiving 54 votes to challenger Zia Ashraf’s 23. Filling the At-Large council seat will be Jeff Smith, who won…
Read MoreDSP Investigating Shots Fired After Road Rage Incident in Dover
Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired complaint following a road rage incident in Dover Saturday afternoon. Police say the victim was southbound on North Dupont Highway when she drove around a slower moving pickup. While the victim was stopped at a red light at Fork Branch Road the pickup stopped on the shoulder…
Read MoreUPDATED: Harrington Area Crash Leaves One Milford Man Dead and Another Injured
UPDATED – 11/02/25 – Delaware State Police have identified 64-year-old Lorenza Bailey Jr., of Milford, as the man who died in the fatal crash on Friday in Harrington. ================================================ ORIGINAL STORY – 11/01/25 – Delaware State Police are investigating a crash near Harrington Friday night around 9. Police say a Ford driven by a 64…
Read MoreDSP Investigating Shots Fires Near Seaford VFW
Delaware State Police were called to the VFW Virgil Wilson Post on Middleford Road in Seaford Friday night for a report of shots fired. Investigation showed that at the end of an event a fight broke out between several people in the parking lot and shots were heard in the area. No injuries were reported,…
Read MoreRabid Fox Found near Quanitco, MD
Heath Department officials in Wicomico County say that a fox tested positive for rabies last week. Officials say the fox was tested on October 28th – it was found in the area of Catchpenny Road in Quantico, Maryland. Residents in that area should be on their guard and avoid contact with all wild or stray…
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