Delaware Public Media
Sussex County’s forest preservation ordinance sees new revisions that could relax restrictions on developers.
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Delaware's State Employee Benefits Commission expects the state’s group health insurance plan will invest an additional $264 million for primary care between 2029 and 2035. -
Wilmington City CouncilThe Bancroft Parkway Redevelopment is still on target to go before Wilmington City Council this fallDespite the Wilmington Planning Commission not recommending rezoning for the proposed Bancroft Parkway Redevelopment, one city councilman is confident this project will move forward.
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 downstate - House District 36 – where incumbent Republican Bryan Shupe faces a primary challenge from a familiar face.Patrick Smith is trying to unseat Shupe for a third straight election cycle and Delaware Public Media’s Isreal Hale checked in with both candidates to see how their latest showdown is shaping up.
NPR National and World Headlines
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A fire erupted early Wednesday in a nursery for newborns at a major government hospital in Pakistan's capital, killing 14 babies, according to hospital officials and the government. -
Every country tells a different economic story. It's time to test your knowledge of the big ideas we've collected on our World Tour. Eight questions stand between you and your Summer School diploma. -
Retailer Target pulled a children's Halloween costume from its shelves after widespread social media backlash, apologizing for selling a garment critics said evoked racist minstrel caricatures. -
It is believed to be one of the largest mass kidnappings in Haiti in recent years, and one gang leader is threatening to kill the hostages if authorities kill any gang members as they try to secure the community nestled in the hills above Port-au-Prince. -
The social media giant is being sued by four states who allege it designed Facebook and Instagram to hook kids — and lied to the public about the risks. -
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Jeff Conyers, president and vice chair of the Dollywood Foundation, about Dolly Parton's philanthropy, including the Imagination Library.
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