Delaware’s absentee and early voting numbers topped 28,000 as of Thursday at noon.
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The town, along with the Bethany Beach Cultural Affairs Committee, is celebrating the milestone with an event on September 19 at the Dinker-Irvin Museum.
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New laws take effect in Delaware, setting age limits on an increasingly popular substance and another creating a new job within the DOE.
This Week on "The Green"
As part of our 2026 Election coverage, Delaware Public Media is highlighting a series of “Races to Watch” ahead of the September Primary.Our final piece ahead of the primary takes us to the Newark area and House District 23, where four Democrats are vying to step into the seat Mara Gorman is leaving to run for a spot in the State Senate.Delaware Public Media’s Jay Shah introduces us to this quartet of candidates and how they compare on key issues.
NPR National and World Headlines
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Scientists say that August was the hottest month ever recorded globally. In the U.S., summer temperatures also shattered heat records.
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The sweeping lawsuit brought by Common Cause argues federal agencies are illegally surveilling and intimidating people who try to peacefully observe federal immigration enforcement activity.
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As the U.S. war with Iran drags on, Iranians face increasing layoffs and a rising unemployment rate.
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After a flurry of court maneuvers, the Republican redistricting of U.S. House seats in Missouri is blocked. It's a win for Democrats fighting to win control of the House — but maybe not over yet.
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Did America sacrifice too much to stay safe after the 9/11 terror attacks?
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Real estate agents are sounding the alarm on a growing fee they say home buyers should not pay.
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
