1+ week, 2+ day ago   (1058+ words) Election data shows that Democrats were more likely to vote by mail in 2024 than those with other political affiliations. Members of the state’s Congressional delegation say if a U.S. Postal Service rule goes into effect, it could mean some votes might…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (788+ words) The Daily is the radio edition of the popular podcast by the same name, produced by The New York Times. Hosts Michael Barbaro and Sabrina Tavernise provide an irresistible layman’s approach to some of the most compelling and complicated stories…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (928+ words) Biologists in New Jersey and Delaware spotted more red knot birds this year, but levels remain significantly lower than before the 2000s. FILE - Red knots birds are pictured on the beach. (Courtesy of Chris Neff/New Jersey Audubon) The federally threatened…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (874+ words) The ACLU of Delaware is asking state leaders to establish statewide rules governing when police can assist ICE and share information. The American Civil Liberties Union of Delaware is urging Gov. Matt Meyer, Attorney General Kathy Jennings and other state…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (699+ words) Most House Republicans did not vote on the bill, depriving it of the 28 votes needed for approval. Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware (Emma Lee/WHYY) Legislation that would protect the right to same-sex marriage failed to pass the Delaware House…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (522+ words) Willie Bonds resigned due to a “personal family matter and an opportunity to pursue other career interests,” per a Delco spokesperson. George W. Hill Correctional Facility in Delaware County. (Emma Lee/WHYY) Willie Bonds has tendered his resignation as warden…...

5+ mon, 2+ day ago   (861+ words) Wilmington is requiring unhoused people to live in city-issued tents, but one Christina Park resident says officials “have no idea what they're doing.” Javier Horstmann, an official with Wilmington Mayor John Carney's office, speaks with an unhoused resident as city…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago   (596+ words) To receive vouchers, heads of families must meet income requirements and be working, looking for work or doing job training. State Rep. Kim Williams talks about a pilot program she wants to fund in the next state budget that would…...

10+ mon, 2+ week ago   (1037+ words) The massive tax bill passed by Republicans this summer included tax breaks for corporations and cuts to Medicaid and SNAP. Delaware is facing a $400 million budget shortfall over the next three years due to federal funding cuts from the massive…...

9+ mon, 2+ week ago   (936+ words) Delaware is the only state in the mid-Atlantic that does not have a nontidal wetland protection program that exceeds federal baseline standards. Nontidal wetlands in Delaware (Courtesy of DNREC) Delaware’s “whale wallows,” also known as Delmarva Bays, provide homes for…...