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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Parton, who died at 80 on Tuesday, had charm, depth, beauty, wit and radiant goodness. She was also a songwriter whose work told the story not just of country music but of the country itself. -
The social media giant also agreed to make sweeping changes to Instagram and Facebook. -
The disaster is linked to climate change, with experts noting the region's vulnerability to extreme weather. -
Dolly Parton came to fame as a star in country music and went on to become one of its most recognizable and universally adored ambassadors to broader popular culture. She died Tuesday at age 80.
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Canada will tariff nearly $20 billion worth of U.S. goods in response to U.S. tariffs. All this trade uncertainty makes it tough for businesses on both sides of the border.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Democractic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell of Michigan about the trade war between the U.S. and Canada.
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