Delaware reports 1 new COVID death, bringing total to 1,566
The most recent death occurred in Sussex County. It involved a 76-year-old person with underlying health conditions.
Delaware Senate ready to vote on additional gun restrictions
A Democrat-led Senate committee on Wednesday released two bills outlawing high-capacity magazines and requiring anyone wanting to buy a handgun to first obtain a permit from the state.
Delaware is seeing an uptick in coronavirus cases
DPH Director Dr. Karyl Rattay said some of the variants of the virus could be behind the recent increases.
COVID-19 vaccinations in Delaware: What you need to know
Officials in Delaware are hard at work in their effort to deliver the COVID-19 vaccines to residents across the state.
Delaware expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility for ages 16, older beginning April 6
Governor John Carney made the announcement amid a renewed urgency to get more shots in arms, as the First State is seeing an uptick in COVID-19 cases.
Mexican national arrested, charged with drug trafficking, kidnapping
U.S. Attorney David Weiss of the District of Delaware stated Luis Raul Castro Valenzuela has been charged with kidnapping and hostage taking. He is also charged with conspiracy to distribute heroin and fentanyl.
Biden administration seeks to power 10M homes with boost to offshore wind energy
The Biden administration is moving to sharply increase offshore wind energy along the East Coast.
2 dead, 1 injured after disabled vehicle rear-ended by tractor-trailer on Delaware Memorial Bridge
A disabled vehicle was rear-ended by a tractor-trailer around 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Philadelphia woman identified as victim in cold case homicide dating back to 1977
A Philadelphia woman and wife of a former Philadelphia police officer has been identified as the victim in a cold case murder dating back to 1977. Her death remains under investigation after more than 40 years.
Delaware encourages seniors to get vaccine at speedway event
People can sign up through the Division of Public Health’s website. A photo ID is required at the vaccination event.
VA medical center in Wilmington expands vaccine eligibility
Officials at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Wilmington, Delaware, have announced that all veterans enrolled in Veterans Affairs health care are eligible for the coronavirus vaccine.
Body camera footage released in deadly New Castle County police shooting
The family of Lymond Moses, a man who was shot and killed by police in New Castle County earlier this year, is sharing body camera video of the incident after it was made public by police on Tuesday.
Delaware expands vaccination program for pharmacies, providers
The move to vaccinate more people is in line with President Biden's directive to make all adults eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine by May 1.
Wilmington fire officials say 1 person is dead after duplex fire
Firefighters found flames coming from the first floor of a duplex when they arrived on the 100 block of West 24th Street.
Wilmington Police announce recovery of over 8,900 bags of heroin along with guns, after arrest
More than 8,900 bags of heroin, along with guns and cocaine were found after an investigation and arrest conducted by Wilmington Police.
For President Biden, there’s no place like a weekend home in Delaware
As he stood in the Rose Garden celebrating his first big legislative win, President Joe Biden gestured to the White House and said it’s a “magnificent building” to live in.
Delaware bill calls for mental health workers in elementary schools
A bill mandating that elementary schools in Delaware be staffed with counselors, social workers and psychologists is headed to the House floor for a vote.
Lewes, Del. man apprehended for 7th DUI after stealing a vehicle at Jiffy Lube, state police say
A Lewes, Delaware man has been arrested for his 7th DUI offense after Delaware State Police say he stole a vehicle from Jiffy Lube.
Visits to resume at Delaware prisons as virus caseload falls
Inmates at Delaware prisons will be able to receive visitors later this month as coronavirus cases among inmates and the population at large continue to drop.
Wilmington officials seek assistance in solving 2017 homicide
Officials with Wilmington’s Cold Case Unit say the murder of Tajuane Helton has gone unsolved and they are seeking assistance in a resolution.