John Carney
Coverage of John Carney in the Nexus archive.
- Wilmington mayor vetoes bill that would have helped those struggling to pay water bills
Wilmington Mayor John Carney vetoed legislation aimed at preventing water shutoffs for households with senior citizens, people with disabilities, and children under 5. The bill, sponsored by Councilwoman Shané Darby, passed the City Council 7-4 but was rejected by Carney, who argued it could incentivize non-payment of public utilities.
- Biden Square? Wilmington looks to honor Delaware’s only president at park where enslaver Caesar Rodney’s statue once stood
Wilmington officials are considering renaming or redesigning Rodney Square to honor Joe Biden, Delaware’s only president, after removing a statue of enslaver Caesar Rodney. The city explores options like a Biden statue, plaque, or renaming the park, aiming to highlight civil rights and Delaware’s history.
- Family of Wilmington police shooting victim disputes department’s account as they announce plan to sue city for $25 million
The family of 19-year-old Kadir Skinner disputes the Wilmington Police Department's account of his fatal shooting and has announced plans to sue the city for $25 million. Police body camera videos were released jointly by state and local officials, with the DOJ's Division of Civil Rights and Public Trust investigating the incident. The family's lawyers called for charges against the officer involved and emphasized the need for accountability.
- Powers Boulevard upgrades limited in CDOT's 10-year plan as east side growth continues
CDOT's 10-year plan includes only two projects along Powers Boulevard in El Paso County, despite growing traffic and community concerns. Residents report safety issues and limited alternatives, while CDOT cites funding constraints and prioritization of other corridors like I-25.
- Suspect taken into custody after 1 killed at Delaware hospital
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.
- ‘Like an animal’: Wilmington erects fence controlled by police at homeless encampment ahead of sunset eviction deadline
Wilmington officials erected a police-controlled fence around a homeless encampment ahead of a sunset eviction deadline, with residents reporting feeling disrespected. The city cited the park's status as a work site for the fence, while some residents compared the situation to being in prison.
- ‘Mass confusion’: Wilmington works to place homeless park residents in temporary shelters as it moves forward with evicting them
Wilmington, Delaware, requires homeless residents of Christina Park to vacate by Monday sunset, with a fence to block entry afterward. Officials report placing 52 of 85 residents in temporary housing or programs, but 19 refuse to leave. Confusion persists among residents about the eviction process, and non-compliant individuals may face arrest.