WBOC-TV (Salisbury, MD)

WBOC-TV 16, which started its broadcasts on July 15, 1954, in Salisbury, Maryland, has earned the title of "Delmarva's News Leader" in the community. As a CBS affiliate and a member of the Associated Press, WBOC serves as a vital regional news outlet. Every day, WBOC dedicates its resources, airtime, and expertise to cover important issues affecting the Delmarva Peninsula. In Maryland, the station reaches Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset, Dorchester, Talbot, Caroline, and Queen Anne's counties. In Delaware, it serves Sussex and Kent counties, while in Virginia, it covers Accomack County. Together, these 10 counties have nearly 500,000 viewers, not counting the many visitors to local beaches during the summer months. WBOC's main studio is located in Salisbury, Maryland. On August 26, 2008, the station upgraded its broadcasts to high definition from the newly built NewsPlex, a cutting-edge 11,340-square-foot digital broadcast facility. This multi-million dollar structure is situated behind WBOC's main office at 1729 N. Salisbury Blvd. in Salisbury. In addition to the main studio, WBOC operates two satellite newsrooms in Dover and Milton, Delaware, each with its own news and sales teams.

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Students Voice Concerns Over Potential Budget Cuts at Salisbury University

1 day ago | wboc.com | Kirstyn Clark

SALISBURY, Md. -- On Wednesday, a group of Salisbury University students tabled on campus to voice their concerns and inform their classmates about potential future budget cuts at the university. Colin McEvers, a student and member of the College Republicans, led the effort in flagging down students, passing out flyers, and telling students about the possible cuts. "Apparently a lot of academic programs are going to be affected," says McEvers.
Movie Review - The Wedding Banquet (2025)

2 days ago | wboc.com | Marlon Wallace

Ang Lee's The Wedding Banquet (1993) was a touchstone in queer cinema. It was a critically acclaimed gay romantic comedy with an Asian leading actor and actress. Sadly, it didn't get that wide of a release. It was nominated at the 66th Academy Awards for Best Foreign-Language Film. It was set in New York City but was about a Taiwanese immigrant. When it comes to wide releases, we've gotten few romantic comedies, be it with any kind of minority in the leading role, and even fewer gay films.
Movie Review - Sinners (2025)

2 days ago | wboc.com | Marlon Wallace

It's a vampire flick that spends a hour basically hiding and obscuring that fact. Eventually, it gets to a place where the supernatural phenomena is commenting on the racial issues of the American south during the Jim Crow era. AMC's Interview with the Vampire (2022) already tackled that topic. It did so in a dramatically more interesting way. This film has interesting dramatic things happening, but those things don't really have anything to do with its supernatural premise.
Delaware DMV Urges Delawareans to Verify REAL ID Status Before May 7th Deadline

6 days ago | wboc.com | Kirstyn Clark

DELAWARE -- The Delaware Department of Transportation and the Division of Motor Vehicles are urging people to check their Real ID status ahead of the May 7, 2025 deadline, which the US Department of Homeland Security has confirmed will not be extended. Beginning May 7, 2025, all US travelers must be Real ID compliant to fly domestically and internationally and access certain federal buildings.
UPDATE: Man Charged in Harrington House Fire

6 days ago | wboc.com | Sam Russo |Jana Ruark

HARRINGTON, DE - Multiple fire companies responded to a large residential structure fire in Kent County on Tuesday night. The Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office Kent says the fire was reported just before 7:30 p.m. on Fairground Road in Harrington on April 8. According to state fire officials, the Harrington Fire Company arrived to the location to find a home fully involved in flames. Multiple mutual aid and fire companies responded to assist. DSFMO Kent says there have been no injuries reported.
Shooting in Dover - State Detectives Investigating

6 days ago | wboc.com | Susan C. Stark

Dover, DE - The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in Dover last night that left one man injured. On April 17, 2025, around 6:14 p.m., troopers responded to a shooting on the 1500 block of Nathaniel Mitchell Road in Dover. A 19-year-old man was shot and drove himself to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Police say a suspect got out of a maroon Kia Sportage, opened fire, then fled. An occupied house and a vehicle on the property were also hit by gunfire.
MD Eastern Shore Lawmakers Call on Gov. to Reject "Renewable Energy Certainty Act"

6 days ago | wboc.com | Jana Ruark

MARYLAND- Eastern Shore Lawmakers in Maryland are calling on Governor Wes Moore to veto a bill aimed at expanding solar energy. The "Renewable Energy Certainty Act" would give the state authority to approve solar farms and energy storage if they meet specific conditions. Local leaders have expressed concerns that it could strip local governments of their power to approve or deny solar projects. The Eastern Shore Delegation has penned a letter asking the governor to reject the bill.
UPDATE: Delaware General Assembly Passes End-Of-Life Options Act

6 days ago | wboc.com | Bees Beesley

DOVER, DE– Delaware's General Assembly narrowly passed a bill which looks to give those will terminal illnesses more end-of-life options. State senators passed the End-Of-Life Options Act Thursday in an 11-8 vote, with two absent. HB 140 looks to legalize medical aid in dying for terminally ill Delaware adults given six months or less to live. The bill was passed by both chambers last legislative session before being vetoed by then-Governor John Carney (D).
Lewes Shooting Under Investigation

1 week ago | wboc.com | Jana Ruark

LEWES, DE - A shooting investigation is underway in Lewes. Delaware State Police say an unknown suspect fired shots that hit a home and vehicle on Pinetown Road. Investigators say it happened between 8 and 10 p.m. on April 15. No one was injured, according to DSP. Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit continues its investigation and urges anyone who has information about this incident to contact Detective J. Mitchell at (302) 752-3807.
Shore Lawmakers Assess Legislative Session

1 week ago | wboc.com | Todd Karli

Eastern Shore lawmakers voiced sharp criticism over the recently concluded Maryland legislative session during a post-session luncheon held Thursday, highlighting deep concerns over the state's newly passed budget and controversial legislation impacting local control over solar energy projects. Delegates and senators from the region expressed frustration over a $63 billion budget that closes a projected $3.3 billion deficit through $2 billion in cuts and $1.6 billion in tax and fee increases.