Democratic U.S. Sen. Chris Coons and Republican challenger Dr. Mike Katz laid out differing approaches to health care, Social Security and U.S. support for Israel during a candidate forum in Wilmington Thursday — the first day of early voting in Delaware. ow.ly/YvuK5100Bqx

Delaware, what are you doing this weekend? You may not know, but we do — get the scoop on five fun events across the First State, right here: ow.ly/hpph5100xKK

All New Castle County school districts have announced they will raise local taxes later this year. Some districts cited increased costs for special education services, while Red Clay said its increase comes from the final phase of a 2024 tax referendum. ow.ly/Gp605100xiA

New Castle County intends to reassess every property in northern Delaware a year earlier than previously planned after a recent audit of dozens of commercial properties found more errors. ow.ly/VfKe5100l1y

Downstate hospital systems lambasted two proposed ChristianaCare campuses in Georgetown and Camden on Tuesday, following what has been months of controversy that could derail the projects. Read the full story: ow.ly/CWvf5100iN6

The small beachside city of Lewes is considering a temporary ban on new large housing developments. Read the full story: ow.ly/zNLZ5100hWz Don't miss a Delaware housing update with our free newsletter: ow.ly/Iq6N5100hWy

The race to represent Wilmington’s 3rd House District has been unusually turbulent. A residency dispute involving Branden Fletcher-Dominguez now adds to the acrimony. Get the full story: ow.ly/nkN85100hR3

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Delaware is still 13 days from Nov. 3, 2026 midterm elections, but voters can cast a ballot as soon as Thursday. Early voting will be open 10 days before Election Day. Get all the information, free: ow.ly/f4gl50ZZTh9

When you think of a restaurant where “everybody knows your name,” a steakhouse likely won’t top the list. But at Rare Steak & Seafood in Lewes, the welcome is as much a part of dinner as the beef: ow.ly/Mu6r50ZZRnJ

The state board guiding charity care — how nonprofit hospitals will provide free and discounted care to eligible patients — recently met about long-term accountability for providers. Get news from inside the meeting: ow.ly/Mw9j50ZZOfE

A federal agent was seen at a Delaware middle school campus Tuesday before apprehending a man in front of the school. The action followed a surge of immigration arrests nationally over the summer. Get the full story, free: ow.ly/vozM50ZZHyH

The Delaware Symphony Orchestra’s 121st season will present centuries-old masterworks alongside contemporary compositions. In our latest story, learn what you need to know before you go, after the season's Oct. 25 kickoff: ow.ly/1fj250ZZvAm

For a Delaware Republican Party that has long struggled to win statewide office, the lead up to this year’s November election has been far from smooth sailing. But discord within the party has made its electoral prospects and future direction more cloudy. ow.ly/f5IV50ZZvrC

Delaware is home to around 120,000 immigrants, and about half have been able to obtain U.S. citizenship. The process usually takes years, and experts say obtaining the permanent legal status in the U.S. is getting harder and harder. ow.ly/MFj350ZZv7g

Dayesla Ixtli’s free “Diosas & Guerreras: The Living Canvas” is on display at Wilmington's Mezzanine Gallery until Oct. 30. Meet the artist, who uses makeup, body paint, costumes and headdresses to transform her subjects into living, breathing artwork: ow.ly/VQpQ50ZZ5WQ

The Department of Homeland Security has planned a surge of immigrant detentions, leaving some parents in Delaware with the uncertainty of where their American-born children will be placed should they be deported. Get the whole story, free: ow.ly/7aQN50ZZ5ve

Weeks after a late-summer spike in violence, many Wilmington residents are saying they want to see more services for youth and more beat cops building relationships in their neighborhoods. Get the full story, free: ow.ly/tfmL50ZZ4BQ

Where can you find information about the most important or interesting public meetings happening in Delaware this week? On our website, for free: ow.ly/Ivsa50ZYZEK

Colleges and universities have spent millions to retain and recruit student athletes. But some schools, including in Delaware, struggle to compete with larger athletic programs. Last month, the U.S. Senate passed a bill aiming to address these concerns. ow.ly/L9WJ50ZYKUj