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The Delaware State Police are investigating a homicide in Wilmington. The incident occurred on December 9, 2023. A man was found dead in his car, initially linked to a reported shooting at the Eagle Tobacco Shop on Miller Road.

(Newark, Del.-19702) The New Castle County Division of Police has issued a Gold Alert for Mark Hoffman, an 83-year-old man from Newark. On Saturday (12/9),at approximately 6:00 p.m., Mark advised he was going to follow an ambulance to the Christiana Hospital after a family member experienced a medical emergency. Mark never arrived at the hospital and has a history of getting lost while driving.

The New Castle County Division of Police has issued a Gold Alert for Cassidy Vankavelaar, a missing 15-year-old from Wilmington. Cassidy left her home on Friday evening, and her comments have raised safety concerns.

New Castle County launches new video 9-1-1 calls. The system will be used when New Castle 9-1-1 determines real-time video can be beneficial in a situation. They would text a special link to the caller, and the caller when receiving the link would have the choice to share their live video feed with 9-1-1.

NEW CASTLE, DE – A domestic dispute at the Best Night Inn on 1200 West Avenue escalated into a violent altercation involving police on December 2. A 22-year-old woman from…

Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of wilmington..

Delaware State Police arrested a 22-year-old woman and 31-year-old James Wright from Wilmington, Delaware, on December 2, 2023. The charges include felony assault and resisting arrest. The arrests followed a reported domestic dispute at the Best Night Inn in New Castle. The responding trooper found that Wright had assaulted his girlfriend, the 22-year-old woman, outside their motel room.

On the morning of December 8, 2023, an incident took place at William Penn School during the transition to the second period. The school initiated a safety protocol, allowing the Leadership Team, SRO, and Constables to investigate. Students not involved were sent to their classes, and teaching continued as normal.

This week in New Castle County, Delaware, several incidents occurred that raised concerns for public safety. These incidents include the theft of a car with a 1-year-old child inside, a murder investigation, the escape of an offender from a correctional facility, a fatal shooting inside a home, and the arrest of a suspect in connection with a previous shooting. Authorities are actively investigating these incidents and seeking information from the public.

Weekend plans may be affected as heavy rain and winds are expected to hit Delaware this Sunday, with 2 to 3 inches of rainfall possible and a flood watch issued. The rain, which is expected to go into Monday, has a 100% chance of occurring during the second half of the weekend, according to the National Weather Service. ...

Two incidents occurred in Hockessin, Delaware this week. The first incident involved a 90-year-old woman who was injured in a crash on Mill Creek Road. Her car went off the roadway and ended up upside down in a creek bed. Firefighters had to use a stokes basket to remove her from the car, and she was treated on the scene by paramedics. The second incident was a fatal crash discovered by a passing motorist near Lancaster Pike. A 42-year-old man from Pennsylvania was found dead at the scene. Lancaster Pike was closed for several hours during the investigation.

'Back on track': Biden unveils plan for first US high-speed train. Train enthusiast Joe Biden unveiled a $8.2 billion plan Friday to get America's creaking rail network back on track, including its first ever high-speed link between Los Angeles and Las Vegas.

Get ready to roll, rally, and show! The Wilmington/New Castle, Delaware - Show, Rally, & Roll - Smart-guided Group Tour is just around the corner. This isn't your average bike ride. Sun, Dec 10 · 2pm - 4pm at the picturesque Hoots Hollow, Wilmington, DE, pedal your way through a 15-mile loop of breathtaking sights, 90% of which is bikeway.

Home prices are dropping in Delaware. An analysis of data from Realtor.com shows the median home in New Castle County listed for $419,175 in November, down 6.7% from the previous month's $449,417. Compared with November 2022, however, the median home list price increased 8.3% from $386,000. The median home in...

GEORGETOWN, Del. – Saturday, the Brandywine Valley mega adoption saw dozens of people walk into the shelter empty handed, and dozens of pups walked out with their new owners. “We’ve got a lot of dogs here that have been here for a little while and they’ve already found homes,”...

Keep an eye out for a new bridge mural working to connect Delaware's communities. The mural, which aims to show the state's regard for service members, is on display on the Senior Airman Elizabeth Loncki Bridge over Route 1 near the entrance to the Dover Air Force Base. "This mural...

Recently, I had the pleasure of dining at Caffe Gelato Restaurant, a delightful spot nestled on Walnut St. The ambiance was romantic, with candles flickering on the tables, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The service was generally good, although it could be a bit more attentive.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Mom's Kitchen, a hidden gem that serves up authentic, home-style dishes. I indulged in a few lunch specials including braised fish fillets, dry-fried green beans, stir-fried shredded potatoes with meat, and twice-cooked pork slices. I requested no sugar and no starch, and I must say, the taste was spot on!

The New Castle County Division of Police emphasizes the need for extra caution and preparedness when driving in snowy conditions. They suggest drivers slow down and keep a safe distance from other vehicles to prevent accidents. They also recommend smooth, gradual movements when steering, accelerating, and braking on snow-covered roads.

Good morning, First Staters. The weather today in the Wilmington area is expected to be partly cloudy with a high of 54 and some mist possible. Sunday calls for a high of 63 but a 90 percent chance of rain, some of it heavy. So bring your bumbershoot. The Eagles...