BIZARRE: 2 - What They Never Told You

Texas Star Sinking: Delaware turns retired ship into artificial reef; boosts marine habitat

In June 2022, the 180-foot Texas Star was sunk in Delaware's waters, creating a vital artificial reef. This unique project aims to boost marine biodiversity by offering a solid structure for marine organisms to thrive. Located at Redbird Reef alongside subway cars and other materials, this initiative supports Delaware's efforts…

The Times of India · Sep 18

Seven former House members will be on the ballot this November

The final U.S. House primaries are wrapping up on Sept. 15 in Delaware, with a total of seven former House members advancing to the general elections across the country in November. This is down from 10 former members who appeared on general election ballots in 2024 but up from three…

Ballotpedia · Sep 17

Which States Treat Foreign Entrepreneurs Best, and Which Make You Regret the Choice

Choosing a state is the first real decision a foreign founder makes, and it is usually made badly. Most people register in Delaware because they read that Fortune 500 companies do, then spend the next three years paying for prestige they never use. The state you pick determines your annual…

inkl · Sep 17

Many Cecil County Families Face Hourlong Drives to Give Birth After the County's Only Maternity Unit Closed

Cecil County, Maryland, lost its only hospital birthing unit on June 30. Many families now face drives of an hour or more, and a new unit is at least 18 months away.

Medical Daily · Sep 10

Delaware cops identify remains found 15 years ago – as woman who died in 1907

The remains were identified as Hannah Graham Kleitz, a 29-year-old woman who died more than a century ago from a medical illness

The Independent UK · Sep 6

In recent years, workers began restoring 4,000 acres at Delaware's Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. Today, new dunes stand nearly 10 feet high as grasses thrive and wildlife returns

Scientists are bringing a damaged delaware wetland back to life begins with a massive repair effort at Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. The $38 million project is restoring about 4,000 acres of damaged coastal wetlands. Crews rebuilt two miles of beach and barrier dune after major storms. They also created…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

In 2006, Delaware listed Broadkill River waters as impaired for nutrients. 18 years later, BMPs helped restore 7.6 miles of Ingrams Branch, bringing phosphorus levels below the state threshold

Ingrams Branch in Delaware has reached an important water-quality milestone. The 7.6-mile stream segment was once impaired by excess phosphorus. Delaware listed the Broadkill River watershed for nutrient problems in 2006. Years of conservation work followed across nearby farmland. Cover crops, nutrient planning and other best management practices helped reduce…

The Economic Times · Sep 2

Delaware enacts eight election-related bills and advances five amendments in 2026 session

The Delaware General Assembly adjourned on June 30 after enacting eight election-related bills and advancing five constitutional amendments. Gov. Matt Meyer (D) signed all eight bills in June, July, and August.

Ballotpedia · Sep 1

IBT Media Transfers Ownership to Newly Established Delaware Perpetual Purpose Trust

IBT Media transfers ownership to a newly established Delaware perpetual purpose trust, creating a long-term structure designed to protect its mission, assets and editorial independence.

International Business Times · Sep 1

The highest number of Delaware state legislative incumbents are facing primaries at any point since 2010

Eighteen Delaware state legislative incumbents face primary contests on September 15, 2026, the most at any point since 2010. This is a 157% increase in the number of incumbents facing challengers compared to 2024.

Ballotpedia · Aug 31