DNREC

DNREC announces the first detection of West Nile Virus in sentinel chickens this year, but so far, no human cases have been reported.

There were more red knots at the Delaware Bayshore this spring.

With less than a week left in the 153rd legislative session, Delaware's Senate and House sent multiple bills on to Governor Matt Meyer's desk for signature related to electric vehicles, voting protections, "captive audience" meetings, harm reduction, and housing affordability.

Newark City Council votes to allow a one-day managed deer hunt within city limits this fall.

Gov. Matt Meyer declared a statewide drought watch Wednesday because precipitation levels have seen a steep and steady decline for the second time in three years particularly in Kent and Sussex Counties.

The Delaware City Refinery notified DNREC it will emit significantly higher levels of sulfur dioxide than normal during some repairs.

Sussex County Land Trust preserves an 88-acre family farm in Lewes.

DNREC reminds residents and visitors that the state’s open burn ban begins today - May 1.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory confirmed a positive result in one deer Tuesday, with a second presumed positive awaiting confirmation.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service formally approves Delaware’s 2025 Wildlife Action Plan.