Xerxes Wilson

5 days ago | delawareonline.com | Xerxes Wilson

A coalition of states that includes Delaware won a court order on May 6 at least temporarily blocking a Trump administration cut to federal Department of Education funding. In April, a coalition of 15 attorneys general from states including Delaware, as well as the governor of Pennsylvania, sued the U.S. Department of Education claiming a March order that ended states' access to more than $1 billion in grant funding was unlawful.

1 week ago | delawareonline.com | Xerxes Wilson

Federal prosecutors claim a former pawn shop on Market Street in Wilmington was part of a multimillion-dollar conspiracy to flip stolen goods. Philadelphia residents Larry and Nathaniel Leonard are charged in federal court with conspiracy to sell stolen goods and transportation of stolen property, partially using the former business known as Lou’s Jewelry and Pawn in Wilmington. The shop has been closed since law enforcement raided it late last year.

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Xerxes Wilson

The routes in and out of Delaware’s busiest courthouse in Wilmington are changing. The main parking garage connected to the Leonard L. Williams Justice Center on King Street will only be accessible through Walnut Street starting April 22 through late June, according to a press release from the courts. The regular entrance to the garage will be closed as the courthouse addresses drainage issues at the building.

1 month ago | delawareonline.com | Xerxes Wilson

The proposal aims to address recruitment challenges faced by public entities like the Department of Justice. The DOJ cites difficulty retaining experienced attorneys who can earn more in the private sector. A committee will review the proposed change and issue recommendations this summer. A special committee set up by Delaware’s highest court will consider allowing some public service attorneys to practice law without having to take the state’s bar exam.

1 month ago | delawareonline.com | Xerxes Wilson

Delaware lawmakers are attempting to amend the state constitution to explicitly allow early voting, universal absentee voting, and same-day voter registration. Previous laws permitting these voting practices were struck down by lower courts due to conflicts with the state constitution, though some rulings were later overturned or bypassed. The proposed amendments aim to solidify these voting options and prevent future legal challenges.