Economics
Map Reveals States With Highest and Lowest Tax Rates
Illinois residents pay the highest overall state and local tax rates, while Alaska has the lowest.
Wilmington Apartment Rents Fall 8% Since January 2025
Median rent now $1,687, down from $1,842 a year earlier, according to Zumper data.
Economist warns recession risks masked under AI, wealth spending
Anirban Basu says AI growth and wealth concentration are hiding economic troubles for most Americans
Crime
Police Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting in Wilmington
Incident occurred on Ramsey Road after reports of shots fired
29-Year-Old Motorcyclist Dies After Crash on DuPont Highway
Police investigating fatal collision between motorcycle and stopped car near New Castle
26-Year-Old Killed in Laurel, Delaware Crash
State police identify Yeyson Perez-Ortiz as victim of single-vehicle wreck.
Sports
Food Bank of Delaware to Host Inaugural Golf Fundraiser
Proceeds from the event will benefit the organization's backpack program for students in need.
Wilmington High teams ready for state tournament
Girls basketball, boys and girls hockey teams set to compete in playoffs
Undefeated heavyweight, 5 Salesianum winners top DIAA Wrestling finals
Milford's Greg Lockett finishes 46-0 and Salesianum earns five of the 14 titles at the DIAA Individual Wrestling Championships.
Travel
Delaware Aims to Capitalize on $77M World Cup Tourism Boom
The First State plans to lure soccer fans to beaches and cities during the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Rehoboth Bay Campground Named Best for Glamping in North America
Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay offers luxury amenities and immersive outdoor experiences.
Baboo Travel Retains B Corp Certification for 2026, Reinforcing Commitment to Responsible Tourism
Travel company's renewal confirms adherence to gold-standard benchmarks for social and environmental performance
Weather
Wilmington Firefighters Renew Efforts to Extinguish Smoldering Wood Chip Pile
Smoke from the persistent fire has affected nearby neighborhoods for months.
Middletown, DE Hourly Weather Forecast
Latest updates on conditions, precipitation, and more for 19709 zip code
Daily Forecast for Townsend, Delaware
Expect rain, snow, and fluctuating temperatures over the next 10 days
