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Delaware

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Education

Delaware grapples with educational challenges, 50 schools identified as low-performing

Delaware’s worst performing schools will start state-monitored improvement plans, as 18 schools exit support programs, showing progress amid complex challenges.

2 weeks ago

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Madinah Wilson-Anton speaking at a podium
Politics & Policy

‘Baby Jesus is under rubble’: Delaware Rep. Madinah Wilson-Anton doesn’t sugarcoat her views

The only Muslim to ever serve in the General Assembly never hesitates to take an unpopular stand, and even upstaged the vice president.

2 weeks ago

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Sen. Tom Carper
Politics & Policy

Delaware Sen. Tom Carper exits the political stage after nearly 50 years in public life

Delaware’s U.S. Sen. Tom Carper has served in public office since 1977 as treasurer, governor, congressman and senator. He leaves office in January.

2 weeks ago

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Science

Toxic PFAS detected in household dust samples in New Castle, Del.

CDC researchers detected several types of PFAS in outdoor and indoor air, as well as in household dust found on surfaces and in vacuum cleaners.

2 weeks ago

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Dan Shelton and Donald Patton
Education

‘Slam dunk’: Former Christina School superintendent sues district for millions after being placed on administrative leave

The Christina School Board placed Superintendent Dan Shelton on indefinite leave for reasons that remain unclear. Now he’s suing.

3 weeks ago

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Sarah McBride speaking at a podium
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

‘My journey to coming out was a journey of grief’: Rep.-elect Sarah McBride

"I had to give up on the idea that I could live in a community I love, find work that I love, find love itself," the congresswoman said. Listen to the full interview.

Air Date: December 6, 2024 12:00 pm

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Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

RockyFest, Patti LaBelle and more holiday fun and in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Dec. 5–8: The Blind Boys of Alabama in Delaware, the Philadelphia Gay Men’s Chorus and Dickens Fest in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

3 weeks ago

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The Delaware General Assembly in session at the Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware
Politics & Policy

Delaware compensation commission considers fix to legislator pension mess

Lawmakers’ pension payments are expected to rise again as longtime House Speaker Pete Schwartzkopf prepares to retire.

3 weeks ago

Melanie Price reads a book with a child in a classroom.
Community

The hidden cost of child care in Delaware: Families skipping meals, quitting jobs and falling into debt

Some families are turning down promotions and making financial sacrifices to qualify for state help amid skyrocketing costs.

3 weeks ago

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Courts & Law

After ‘50 years of harm,’ Wilmington landlord forced to pay for endangering tenants in landmark settlement

A Wilmington landlord will pay $150,000 to tenants who suffered from a 2022 wall collapse after he repeatedly ignored essential repairs.

3 weeks ago

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John Carney signing legislation as four others look on
Community

‘Labor of love’: Delaware advocates move forward on Family Justice Centers after domestic violence deaths rise

The centers are intended to allow abuse survivors to get help from multiple providers at one location.

4 weeks ago

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Elon Musk listens as President-elect Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with the House GOP conference, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, in Washington. (Allison Robbert/Pool via AP)
Courts & Law

Delaware judge reaffirms ruling that invalidated massive Tesla pay package for Elon Musk

The judge ruled in January that Musk engineered a pay package potentially worth $56 billion in sham negotiations with directors who were not independent.

4 weeks ago

Adam Fair giving a haircut
Community

‘Beyond haircuts’: Wilmington’s free haircut initiative empowers youth with confidence

Wilmington’s free haircut initiative provides youth with clean, confidence boosting hair cuts and styles along with mentorship, food, and other essential resources.

4 weeks ago

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FILE - The Tom Turkey float leads the way down Central Park West during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on Nov. 24, 2022, in New York. (AP Photo/Jeenah Moon, File)
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Last-minute Thanksgiving rezzies, an R&B dinner party and holiday light shows in Philly in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Nov. 28 - Dec. 1: A salute to Black Broadway in Del., Philly’s holiday pop-up bar season begins and Cirque de Soleil in South Jersey are among the highlights.

1 month ago

Soccer game
Community

‘This ripple effect we’re seeing’: Delaware sports tourism brings in $5 million a week

The BMW golf championship in 2022 was the biggest event by far, but youth soccer, lacrosse, basketball, baseball and softball tourneys fuel the industry.

1 month ago

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