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James Spadola wins a lawsuit against Wilmington City Council, allowing him to stay in Council after changing parties from Republican to Democrat.
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Ciara Gustin/Delaware Public MediaArminio referred to McBride using the term “his” while speaking at a forum hosted by the Jewish Federation of Delaware. -
Quinn Kirkpatrick/Delaware Public MediaOne race in Tuesday’s primary was so close the Delaware Department of Elections needed to conduct a recount.
This Week on "The Green"
A new study from the University of Delaware found that shingles vaccination could be linked to lower dementia risk in adults 50 or older.Nearly all adults in that age group were exposed to chickenpox as children. Scientists say the virus can lie dormant in the nervous system for decades before reactivating as shingles, causing a painful rash.The study — led by the Director of UD’s Epidemiology PhD Program Daniel Harris, PhD — found that older adults who received at least one dose of the shingles vaccine had a 24% lower risk of developing dementia over four years.This week, Delaware Public Media's Isreal Hale chatted with Harris to learn more about the study and potential impacts.
NPR National and World Headlines
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President Trump has claimed that military operations are needed at his proposed triumphal arch in Washington D.C., in order to protect national security. A federal court is weighing the arch's legality. -
A bipartisan bill making its way through the Senate would reshape the rules of the road around college sports, but critics say it benefits schools while limiting the benefits to student athletes.
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The job market is tougher for those with a criminal record. But a Texas women's prison offers inmates skills in braille transcription that could help them support themselves when they are released.
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Xi Jinping arrives in the US this week for an important summit with President Trump. We look at what President Trump and the Chinese leader want out of this visit.
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Filipino mythology takes the stage in the new film 'Forgotten Island.' NPR's Debbie Elliott speaks to actress Lea Salonga, who voices the Manananggal.
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Miss Marple is back and on holiday in the Alps, but there's no holiday from wickness! NPR's Debbie Elliott talks with author Lucy Foley about "Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel."
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