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The Democratic primary for attorney general in Delaware involves Kathy Jennings, who seeks a third four-year term, facing challenges from Dwayne Bensing and Patty Rickman during the Sept. 15 primary. This office serves as the state’s chief law enforcement officer, overseeing the Department of Justice, which prosecutes all felonies and almost all misdemeanors statewide. The role also involves investigating police shootings, such as the pending probe into Kadir Skinner.

The Will County Board approved the use of Flock cameras across several communities. The installation authorization covers the areas of Mokena, Crete, Manhattan, Frankfort, Naperville, and Wilmington.

Wilmington launched a rent escrow program allowing tenants whose landlords fail to fix violations like water, heat, or electricity to place two-thirds of their monthly rent into a secure city account. This mechanism was established after Councilwoman Yolanda McCoy's bill and aims both to protect renters and ensure that responsive landlords receive payment once repairs are completed. The program is operated by the First State Community Action Agency in partnership with local government departments.

A police chase in Wilmington ended in a two-car crash on the 300 block of the Pacific Coast Highway. The incident occurred at 8:34 p.m., when officers with the Los Angeles Police Department attempted to pull over a suspect. Following the collision, one person was hospitalized.

Hackers breached the North Carolina Ports IT system, disrupting operations at ports in Wilmington, Morehead City, and Charlotte. The IT team activated a cybersecurity contingency plan and collaborated with partners including the North Carolina Department of Transportation and the North Carolina Department of [...] to address the breach.

Global Indemnity PLC reported a second-quarter net income of $11.1 million, or 76 cents per share, with adjusted earnings of 59 cents per share after investment gains. The company generated $116.1 million in revenue during the period.

Tracey Parker Willetts is suspected of shooting her husband, retired US Army veteran Stephen Larnell Willetts, at their Wilmington home on the day after their 40th wedding anniversary. Both were found dead in a suspected murder-suicide.

First National Bank has hired Erich Hamm and Ashley Varnado as senior vice presidents to lead its wealth management operations in the Carolinas. Varnado will oversee Charlotte, Charleston, and Greenville, while Hamm will manage Raleigh, Greensboro, and Wilmington, connecting clients to broader banking services.

Two people were struck by lightning at Shell Island near Wilmington, North Carolina, around 11:45 a.m. on July 25. The CDC notes North Carolina has high lightning-related injuries, though survival rates are nearly 90%. Heavy rainfall occurred in the area during the event.

Charlotte is ranked 15th on LinkedIn’s Cities on the Rise list, reflecting a strong job market and economic expansion beyond banking into tech and manufacturing. Other Carolinas cities like Wilmington, Charleston, and Myrtle Beach also appear on the list.

A worker was stranded in a 130-foot-tall gas station sign for several hours in Wilmington before being rescued. The incident involved a rescue operation to extract the stranded individual.

Body camera video of a police shooting in Wilmington, Delaware, that killed 19-year-old Kadir Skinner has been released. The family of the deceased is calling for charges in the incident.

Body camera video of a deadly police shooting in Wilmington, Delaware, that killed 19-year-old Kadir Skinner has been released. The family of Skinner is calling for charges.

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.

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.

A new report reveals Delaware statesman Caesar Rodney enslaved at least 26 people, contradicting his role in signing the Declaration of Independence. The city of Wilmington commissioned the report amid debates over his statue’s removal, which was stored in 2020 due to racial unrest following George Floyd’s death.

A man is hospitalized in critical condition after a fire at a parking lot in Wilmington, caused by a blaze starting at an apartment building on Pacific Coast Highway. The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the incident around 8:38 p.m.

Multiple cars and a parking lot in Wilmington were set ablaze, with fireworks suspected as the cause according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. Fire crews responded to the incident at 1104 W. Pacific Coast Hwy around 8:30 p.m.

Multiple cars and a parking lot in Wilmington were set on fire around 8:30 p.m., with fireworks suspected as the cause according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.

A white-supremacist coup in Wilmington, North Carolina, in 1898 has had lasting impacts, highlighting the vulnerability of American democracy. The event is remembered as a racist takeover that reverberated across generations.

John-Hewlett 'JH' West, a Charlotte medical student, is bicycling 4,000 miles across the U.S. to raise colorectal cancer awareness and support his grandfather, Eddie West Jr., who is undergoing cancer treatment. The journey, part of the End Colon Cancer Coast to Coast initiative, began in Oregon and will end in North Carolina, with medical school classmates joining segments of the ride.

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.

92-year-old Gilbert Martin, known as Mr. Gil, works as a dining host at a Chick-fil-A in Wilmington, North Carolina, and has no retirement plans. He previously worked in the natural gas industry and at Sam’s Club, and customers actively seek him out for his hospitality.

California denied Los Angeles' request for a six-year extension on state-mandated deadlines for three street improvement projects in Boyle Heights, Skid Row, and Wilmington. The $100+ million state-funded projects, which include sidewalk repairs and bike lane additions, face funding lapse by June due to staffing and budget constraints in city departments.

Two people were shot at a Delaware hospital in Wilmington, prompting police to launch a manhunt for the gunman. Hospital staff were seen on video being led out of the medical center with their hands up.

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.

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.

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.

A silver car crashed early Sunday morning, flipping onto the front steps of a home in Wilmington, leaving it nearly upright. Video footage captured the unusual scene.

A car crash early Sunday morning in Wilmington resulted in a silver vehicle flipping vertically onto the front steps of a home. Video footage from the scene shows the bizarre incident.

A driver crashed into a Wilmington home early Sunday, flipping the vehicle and leaving it standing upright.

A car crashed into a home in Wilmington early Sunday morning, coming to rest nearly upright against the front porch after striking a utility pole, a parked car, and multiple fences. The incident occurred around 3:45 a.m. in the 1000 block of Pacific Coast Highway, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

A Wilmington felon was sentenced to over 7 years in prison for illegally possessing a firearm. The case highlights legal consequences for gun-related offenses involving individuals with criminal records.

A 26-year-old man was shot and killed while trying to break up a fight between two women at a pizza shop in Wilmington. Another person is in stable condition. The incident occurred when the man attempted to intervene in the altercation.

New Castle County police officers discovered a detailed terror plot during a routine property check in Wilmington on November 24, 2025, when they found a University of Delaware student in possession of a converted machine gun, ammunition, body armor, and plans to attack the campus police department. The suspect had documentation including entry points, escape routes, and the name of a specific officer target. The incident highlights the critical role of local police in detecting security threats.

A tunnel fire at the 110 freeway shut down traffic in both directions Tuesday morning due to a fire near an encampment in Wilmington. The incident occurred on Tuesday morning and affected traffic in both directions. The fire caused significant disruptions to commuters

FBI Director Christopher Wray visited the Wilmington, Delaware Resident Agency of the FBI Baltimore Field Office to meet with staff and discuss the Bureau's initiatives in Delaware. During the visit, Wray emphasized the importance of FBI partnerships in protecting local communities.

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