Delaware

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer vetoed a $35 million appropriation in the 2027 Bond and Capital Improvements bill to fund the Legislative Hall expansion. Lawmakers had allocated the funds for a project estimated at $116 million, while the governor cited affordability concerns and taxpayer priorities. Bond bill committee chairs criticized the veto, highlighting challenges with accessibility at the state capitol.

Delaware lawmakers passed a constitutional amendment enshrining same-sex marriage after an initial House failure. The Senate approved the measure 16-5 in June 2025, ensuring marriage rights cannot be denied based on gender or other protected characteristics. Delaware allowed same-sex marriage in 2013, but concerns remain about potential Supreme Court reversals on gay rights.

A user received a scam call from a number appearing to be US Bank, where a fraud alert was falsely claimed regarding a Zelle payment to Stephen Williamson in Delaware. The scammer attempted to transfer the user to a fake Zelle fraud rep, requested account details, and instructed a $850 payment to 'Mabel Mandoza' via a 646-number extension. The user terminated the call and later confirmed with US Bank that the incident was fraudulent.

Juan Caride, a Delaware farm owner and animal enthusiast, was fatally crushed by one of his camels. Family and friends are mourning his death.

Independence Day is celebrated on July 4, though the vote for independence occurred on July 2. The date became symbolic due to the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. Historians highlight how the spread of news and commemoration solidified July 4 as the nation's birthday.

John Dickinson, a key Revolutionary-era figure, is remembered for his writings against British taxation and his refusal to sign the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Historian Jane Calvert advocates for Dickinson's legacy, highlighting his contributions to American identity and legal protections for vulnerable groups, despite his omission from the Declaration.

The Rural Health Transformation Program, a $50 billion federal initiative from 2026 to 2030, aims to address rural healthcare crises by funding state-led efforts to stabilize hospitals and build sustainable health systems. Education and workforce development are key priorities, with a focus on creating pathways for rural students into nursing careers through cross-sector partnerships like Indiana's RAZ-32 model.

Delaware lawmakers passed a $7 billion fiscal year 2027 budget, a $1.25 billion capital budget, and bills addressing property tax rates, gun dealer regulations, and affordable housing. The session also included consideration of constitutional amendments on voting initiatives, reproductive freedom, and same-sex marriage.

Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware are joining a multistate lawsuit against the Trump administration over Medicaid work requirements, arguing they will cause health insurance loss and implementation challenges. The lawsuit criticizes the new guidance on medical frailty exemptions as too restrictive, and seeks to block the rules while the case is active. The requirements, part of H.R. 1 signed by President Donald Trump, mandate 80 hours of monthly work or equivalent activities for Medicaid enrollees aged 19 to 64.

Immigration arrests surged in Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey during the first 14 months of President Trump’s second term, with Pennsylvania’s arrests quadrupling and New Jersey’s increasing by 159%. The data comes from an Associated Press analysis of the Deportation Data Project at the University of California, Berkeley.

Sen. Chris Coons was released from Beebe Hospital after a car crash caused by a Delaware driver's medical incident. He sustained minor injuries and was treated at the hospital.

Delaware Senator Chris Coons was injured in a multi-vehicle car crash in Sussex County. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon, as he announced on social media.

Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., sustained minor injuries in a Delaware multi-vehicle crash caused by a driver's medical emergency. He was treated at Beebe Hospital and is expected to recover fully, with no serious injuries reported.

Sen. Chris Coons suffered minor injuries in a Delaware multi-vehicle crash caused by a driver experiencing a medical emergency. He was treated at Beebe Hospital and expects a full recovery, with no serious injuries reported.

Nigel Farage’s anti-WHO campaign, Action on World Health, is relocating to the US state of Delaware as a charitable foundation and grassroots non-profit. The campaign’s move raises questions about Farage’s involvement in an American pressure group.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a 10-year high in emergency room visits for tick bites. A case involving Alpha-gal syndrome from a lone star tick bite highlights the risks, with 70% of tick bites occurring in backyards. Landscape maintenance, such as mowing grass and removing debris, is recommended to reduce tick encounters.

A Massachusetts federal judge blocked key aspects of President Donald Trump’s executive order to restrict mail-in voting, ruling it unconstitutional as states alone determine voter eligibility. The decision applies to midterms but not future elections, affecting states like Massachusetts and Delaware that spent money on non-compliant mail ballot systems.

Brahmananda Prasad operated a large-scale cocaine trafficking network using his shipping company, admitting to shipping 117 kilograms of cocaine but prosecutors allege he trafficked 956 kilograms over three years. He was sentenced to 23 years in prison and faces $2.5 million in forfeitures.

The Delhi High Court quashed charges against NewsClick, which had been accused in an FIR of receiving a $1.5 million investment from Worldwide Media Holdings LLC, a Delaware-based U.S. entity, at an inflated share valuation.

Philadelphia television station WPVI-TV (6abc) is urging viewers to submit comments to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) amid an early license review, claiming the agency is threatening to take the station off the air. The station provided a link to an FCC comment form, with a deadline of July 29th, as part of a proceeding involving ABC’s eight owned-and-operated stations.

North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson and 13 other attorneys general are urging the EPA to mandate monitoring of microplastics in drinking water, despite the agency's recent addition of microplastics to its Contaminant Candidate List. The coalition argues for stricter regulations, citing health risks from microplastics and their projected doubling in water concentration by 2040.

A 23-year-old suspect was taken into custody in Philadelphia after a shooting at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware left one person dead and another injured. Authorities described the incident as targeted and isolated, with the hospital initially placed on lockdown before the measure was lifted.

A shooting occurred at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware, resulting in one death and one injury. The shooter remains at large.

A suspect who shot two people at a Delaware hospital, killing one, remained at large. The shooting occurred around 3:30 PM at Wilmington hospital, and police declined to release details about the victims.

A suspect remains at large after shooting two people, one fatally, at a Delaware hospital. Police are actively searching for the suspect, as reported by the police chief during a press conference.

A suspect is at large after shooting two people at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware, resulting in at least one death and one injury. Police are actively searching for the suspect.

Two people were shot at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware, prompting a police lockdown and search for a suspect. The hospital remains on lockdown, and authorities are investigating the incident without releasing details about the motive or location of the shooting.

A hospital employee in Delaware shot two coworkers before fleeing the scene, prompting a manhunt. The incident occurred at a hospital, though no specific facility was named.

A hospital in Delaware was locked down after two people were shot inside Wilmington Hospital. Police reported the incident at 3:30 p.m., and ChristianaCare, the hospital operator, diverted patients and prioritized safety. Authorities confirmed an active police investigation for a possible active shooter.

A hospital in Delaware has been locked down after two people were shot inside.

Two workers were shot inside Wilmington Hospital in Delaware by a hospital employee, who is believed to be a temporary worker. The suspect's identity is known to police, who are conducting a manhunt. The incident is considered a workplace shooting, with the scene still active.

Two employees were shot by another hospital employee at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware; the gunman is currently at large.

Two employees were shot at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware by another hospital worker. The gunman remains at large.

Two hospital employees were shot by a coworker inside Wilmington Hospital in Delaware. The gunman is currently at large.

Two workers were shot inside Wilmington Hospital in Delaware by a hospital employee. The gunman is currently at large, according to law enforcement officials.

Two people were shot at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware as the campus remained on lockdown. Police are searching for a possible active shooter.

New Jersey ranks last in a regional business climate report for the eighth consecutive year, scoring 12 points out of 7, due to high corporate and property tax rates. Pennsylvania topped the report with 34 points, praised for low minimum wage and income tax rates. The analysis by the New Jersey Business and Industry Association evaluated factors like taxes and regulatory costs across seven Northeast and mid-Atlantic states.

Lawmakers in Delaware and New Jersey have advanced laws to ban crypto ATMs, a measure previously enacted in three US states. The bills aim to prohibit these machines entirely.

Delaware lawmakers have advanced a bill to ban all cryptocurrency kiosks statewide, labeling them as 'predatory.' The legislation mandates the physical removal of these kiosks within 90 days of the law's passage.

Delaware's Edgemoor port project has seen its Phase 1 costs rise from $415 million to $669 million, with the state agreeing to an additional $110 million in funding whose source remains undisclosed, sparking criticism from lawmakers and open government advocates. The state's lack of transparency about the funding has drawn accusations of secrecy, despite claims that the terminal will boost economic development through jobs.