Delaware Public Media
Travelers on Labor Day will see higher gas prices than normal.
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Bente Bouthier/Delaware Public MediaA new working group will suggest statewide standards for property reassessment, per a piece of legislation passed in June. -
Delaware State Housing Authority/Delaware State Housing AuthorityGov. Matt Meyer is on a bipartisan taskforce of governors planing to develop immigration policies it can bring to Washington.
This Week on "The Green"
Delaware Public Media
As part of our 2026 Election coverage, Delaware Public Media is highlighting a series of “Races to Watch” ahead of the September Primary.The latest race we are featuring is in New Castle County.The Democratic primary in 5th State Senate District was expected to be a competitive race between two candidates who are active members in the community, but it recently drew even greater attention when Gov. Matt Meyer endorsed the challenger over the incumbent.Delaware Public Media’s Joe Irizarry takes a closer look at those candidates and the issues they’re focused on.
NPR National and World Headlines
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Bucking a push for younger leadership this election season, Sen. Ed Markey, 80, won the Democratic nomination against Rep. Seth Moulton, 47, who said that his party needed new leaders. -
The censure vote drew bipartisan support, and followed an investigation by the House Ethics Committee into allegations of sexual harassment against two young female staff members. -
Nearly a week after flash floods devastated parts of Nepal and Tibet, rescuers are still searching for people trapped in hydropower plants. But first they have to find the plants.
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In Australia, the queen of country music, Dolly Parton, is being remembered for her work in advancing children's literacy, particularly in Indigenous communities.
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A judge in Utah is expected to formally charge the man accused of shooting conservative activist Charlie Kirk with murder, and whether his sentence could include the death penalty.
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School districts across the country are closing campuses as enrollment falls. New research says the financial savings may be smaller than expected.
Student Spotlight
- Early Learning Advocacy Day seeks to marshall support for youngest students
- DNREC gives kids a chance to develop fishing skills
- Annual event offers those with special needs a 'Night to Shine'
- Biggs Museum puts a spotlight on DSU's marching band
- Turkey Brawl brings local lacrosse community together
- Stuff the Bus food drive continues efforts to combat food insecurity