Delaware Public Media is committed to providing accurate, honest, in-depth coverage of the races that shape the First State's political landscape. We focus on the candidates and where they stand on the issues, as well as how voting is conducted in Delaware. Our journalists are independent, curious, respectful, and accountable to you.
We want to hear your concerns and empower you with the information you need before your vote. We hope you'll take an active part in this conversation.
As part of our 2026 Election coverage, Delaware Public Media will highlight a series of Races to Watch ahead of both the September Primary and November General Elections.
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As part of our 2026 Election coverage, Delaware Public Media is highlighting a series of “Races to Watch” ahead of November's General election.One storyline we are focusing on is Democrats' effort to deliver a complete super majority in the House. As it stands, Democrats are just one seat away - so they need to flip one Republican held seat, while holding the seats they have.One seat they need to protect is House District 20 and Delaware Public Media’s Isreal Hale offers a look at the candidates there and where they stand on key issues. -
We continue our “Races to Watch” series now with another race that could prove pivotal as Democrats seek a supermajority in the Delaware House of Representatives.It’s also in Sussex County - a seat where a Republican is retiring and Democrats see a potential pick-up against a Republican seeking to return to Dover despite some controversy on his resume.Delaware Public Media’s Martin Matheny delves into the race in House District 41.
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Our Races to Watch series next heads to the State Senate and Senate District 15 in Kent County where after more than 15 years, incumbent Dave Lawson is stepping down, creating an open seat.Delaware Public Media’s Bente Bouthier introduces us to the candidates seeking to fill that opening and outlines where they stand on key issues.
Delaware Public Media offers ongoing coverage of election-related news and issues. Follow that coverage here:
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Delaware Public MediaDelaware’s Department of Elections is temporarily moving the Election Commissioner’s office after it was among several election offices nationwide to receive a package containing white powder Thursday. -
Abigail Lee/Delaware Public MediaDelaware’s Election Taskforce reviewed how its voter technology works and its compliance to federal systems Thursday. -
Delaware Public MediaDelaware is among a number of states reporting suspicious mailings sent to state election officials and Congressional offices. -
Voters and activists have expressed alarm over the possibility of visits to polling locations from federal officials and attempts from outside groups to disrupt voting.
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A candidate forum in House District 38 covers issues like data centers and coastal flooding. -
The House Ethics Committee says it’s finished an investigation into State Rep. Josue Ortega (D-Wilmington), who was accused of domestic violence in May.
As part of our election coverage, Delaware Public Media is offering a series a Candidate Conversations.
We plan to reach out to all candidates that have filed to run in the races for U.S. Senate, U.S. House, Delaware Attorney General, State Treasurer and State Auditor and invite them to sit down with us.
Candidates in each race are being asked about the same series of topics to allow you to get to know their stances on the issues and compare them.
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Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2026 Election coverage. Among the races we are examining is the race for Delaware Attorney General and in this interview Repubilcan David Graham. -
Delaware Public MediaCandidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2026 Election coverage.Among the races we are examining is the race for State Auditor and in this interview - Republican April Callaway.
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Apple NewsCandidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2026 Election coverage.Among the races we are examining is the race for State Auditor and in this interview - the Independent Party of Delaware's Austin Cassidy. -
Apple NewsCandidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2026 Election coverage.Among the races we are examining is the race for State Auditor and in this interview - Democrat Lydia York. -
Apple NewsCandidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2026 Election coverage.Among the races we are examining is the race for U.S. Senate and in this interview - Democrat Jeff Appelhans. -
Apple NewsCandidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2026 Election coverage.Among the races we are examining is the race for U.S. Senate and in this interview - the incumbent Democrat Chris Coons.
In addition to providing coverage of the 2026 Elections, Delaware Public Media is sharing resources to help Delawareans prepare to cast their vote.
The Delaware State Department of Elections offers:
- Information on voter registration.
- Information on absentee voting.
- Information on early voting options.
- A full election calendar.
- A place to view sample ballots. Update coming.
- A way to search what election district you reside in.
- A way to search if you are registered.
- A way to search for your polling place and early voting options.
- And a tool to search campaign finance reports.
There’s also voter information provided by other groups.
The ACLU of Delaware provides:
- Voting Information for Delaware
- School Board Candidates
- ACLU Website in Spanish
- ACLU Website in Haitian Creole
The League of Women Voters provides:
Delaware Public Media is committed to putting people at the center of our reporting process. We’re taking our cues from you. What do you want the candidates to be discussing as they work for your votes? What issues want to hear about? What questions about voting do you have?
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