WDDE-FM (Dover, DE)

WDDE (91.1 FM) is a radio station affiliated with NPR, located in Dover, Delaware. It is managed by Delaware First Media Corporation. The station began its broadcasts on August 17, 2012, operating from its studio at Delaware State University in Dover. WDDE offers a mix of programming, featuring content from NPR, BBC World Service, and Public Radio International, along with original local news produced by its team. On its website, listeners can access multimedia content about Delaware, including live streaming audio available 24/7, a collection of archived stories from both WDDE and its previous platform, DFM News, and coverage of important events like political debates and concerts.

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Where Delaware’s legislature stands heading into lawmakers’ two-week recess

6 days ago | delawarepublic.org | Sarah Petrowich |Tom Byrne

So where do things stand following Gov. Meyer’s State of the State and his budget presentation? And what issues are likely to dominate lawmakers' attention in May and June? This week, Delaware Public Media’s Tom Byrne sat down with DPM political reporter Sarah Petrowich to delve into the current state of play in Dover. DPM political reporter Sarah Petrowich outlines where the state's legislature stands heading into lawmakers’ two-week recess
5 takeaways from the week: Nearing a constitutional crisis?

6 days ago | delawarepublic.org | Domenico Montanaro

The week was dominated by news about President Trump and the continued struggle over the narrative around Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man who was illegally deported to El Salvador. But there was also continued concern around Trump's tariffs — with the Federal Reserve chair saying they're likely to lead to higher prices — and the tension between the scientific establishment and Robert F.
Legislation outlining how recreational marijuana can roll out in Wilmington goes to full council

6 days ago | delawarepublic.org | Joe Irizarry

Legislation that would permit recreational marijuana in certain districts in the city is voted out of a Wilmington City Council committee. The Community Development and Urban Planning Committee Meeting unanimously backed the legislation to regulate and restrict recreational marijuana uses in the city. The legislation - which now goes to the full council - identifies specific zoning districts where cultivation, manufacturing, testing and retail operations can operate by right or special exception.
Indian River School District to hold second referendum after first failed in March

1 week ago | delawarepublic.org | Tom Byrne

The Indian River School District takes another shot at passing an operating expense referendum this year. Residents rejected the initial referendum attempt in March by a 675-vote margin. They’ll try again June 5th, still seeking to raise an additional $22.5 million dollars. If passed, taxpayers will see an average increase of about $22.40 per month or about $270 per year. Superintendent Jay Owens is optimistic, despite the district not changing its ask.
Incumbents dominate in Dover election

1 week ago | delawarepublic.org | Tom Byrne

It was a good day for incumbents in Dover’s municipal election Tuesday. All four incumbents on the ballot were victorious, including current Council President David Anderson who defeated Leroy Bradshaw Jr. in the Fourth District by a 137 to 55 vote margin. At large Councilman Andre Boggerty also held his seat along with fellow incumbents First District Councilman Gerald Rocha and Third District Councilman Fred Neil. Boggerty defeated Shereen Woodard Onyekachi 806 votes to 367 for the At-Large seat.
The park at the former Rodney Reservoir in Wilmington will open later than originally planned

1 week ago | delawarepublic.org | Joe Irizarry

Wilmington’s Rodney Reservoir Park has a new target date to open after construction delays this winter. "We were hoping that it would open in May, but because of the lost days due to weather conditions it will now open in the late summer of 2025. So we're thinking the end of August," said Melody Phillips acting director for the Wilmington Parks and Recreation Department. There were 91 days of construction lost due to winter weather that helped push the project’s completion until late summer.
Dover holds its municipal election Tuesday

1 week ago | delawarepublic.org | Tom Byrne

The city of Dover holds it municipal election Tuesday. Five City Council seats are on the ballot. In four of the races, incumbents are seeking to retain their seats. Council President David Anderson faces a challenge in the Fourth District from Leroy Bradshaw Jr.At large Councilman Andre Boggerty also attempts to stay on council along with fellow incumbents First District Councilman Gerald Rocha and Third District Councilman Fred Neil.
The Office of Highway Safety seeks community involvement in planning highway safety investments

1 week ago | delawarepublic.org | Joe Irizarry

The Delaware Office of Highway Safety hosts four town halls over the next month. The town hall events are inspired by improved crash and fatality data since OHS’ 2023 town hall series which led to the “Safer Roads Delaware” initiative. Meghan Niddrie is the community relations officer for the Delaware Office of Highway Safety, and she says traffic fatality numbers have especially improved in the last year. "So we have seen some positive improvements in traffic fatalities.
Some UD students recently had their visas terminated by the Department of Homeland Security

1 week ago | delawarepublic.org | Joe Irizarry

Eight University of Delaware sponsored visa holders have had their visas terminated by the Department of Homeland Security. Three current students and five former students on post-graduation Optional Practical Training work authorization had their visas revoked. The federal government gave UD no advance notice of the decisions, and the ACLU of Delaware says many of the students also didn’t get any advance notice.
Lawmakers react to Gov. Meyer's first State of the State, timeline and fiscal concerns ensue

1 week ago | delawarepublic.org | Sarah Petrowich

Following Gov. Matt Meyer's first State of the State address, Democratic lawmakers express relative alignment with his policy goals, but differences in their planned approaches are unfolding. In his speech, Gov. Meyer increased commitment to his campaign promises of personal income tax bracket changes, implementing a new equitable education funding formula and further affordable housing and healthcare efforts.