New Castle County approves its second data center rule, as public sentiment turns
The New Castle County Council on Tuesday overwhelmingly passed its second ordinance regulating data centers — with little debate.
Why localities will stop public hearings for some developments under SB23
A new law limiting public hearings for some developments has sparked a backlash. But why did Delaware hold formal meetings for by-right projects to begin with?
In a first for Delaware, Dover passes moratorium on data center development
The Dover City Council on Monday unanimously approved a moratorium on the construction of data centers in Delaware’s capital city. .
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State Summarized
Here’s what to know: State lawmakers are grappling with budget demands for education and health care, alongside debates on economic development, land use regulations, and housing. Those disputes also highlight the divides between state lawmakers and the Meyer administration.
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Delaware government watchdog launches website; seeks out whistleblowers
The Delaware inspector general’s newly launched website features a hotline where users can anonymously submit reports of government malfeasance.
County Summarized
Here’s what to know: County councils are heavily engaged in regulating the burgeoning data center industry, often amidst intense debate and proposed exemptions. They’re also making crucial decisions on land development projects, public service funding, police oversight, and community engagement, leading to approvals, denials, and legal challenges from residents and developers alike.
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How a traffic stop for a flat tire ended with a Bear driver beaten, arrested
The Puerto Rican man has filed an official misconduct report against the New Castle County Police Department for what he says was racial profiling.
Municipal Summarized
Here’s what to know: Local governments across Delaware are navigating intense debates around social policies, community safety, and infrastructure. Governance disputes and calls for increased accountability also frequently emerge, highlighting ongoing community tensions.
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Report: Dover mayor’s actions were ‘nasty politics’ but not illegal
On Thursday, Dover officials released a portion of an external investigation into a clash between city leaders and the local police union last year.
Federal Summarized
Here’s what to know: Federal policies profoundly impact Delaware, notably in immigration enforcement, transgender rights, and green energy production. Federal funding supports health and development, yet legal challenges regarding voter data, social welfare, and economic strain are prevalent.
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Trump administration sues UD over undocumented student tuition policy
The lawsuit, one of dozens of similar suits the federal government has filed against universities throughout the country; some have already been successful.
