Delaware Division of Revenue Cautions Public Over Tax Refund Scam Texts

STATEWIDE, Del. – The Delaware Department of Finance and Division of Revenue are warning residents about a surge in fraudulent text messages targeting taxpayers. The messages falsely claim a refund “has been processed and approved” and demand recipients provide “valid payment information”…

Governor Meyer Signs Bills Boosting Pay Transparency, Consumer Protections

WILMINGTON — Governor Matt Meyer signed two bills into law Friday, September 26, aimed at increasing pay transparency in job postings and strengthening protections against unlicensed massage and bodywork businesses. House Bill 105, sponsored by Rep. Melanie Ross Levin and Sen. Laura…

FTC Warns of Rising Scams Targeting Medicare Beneficiaries During Open Enrollment

WASHINGTON – As Medicare Open Enrollment begins October 15 and runs through December 7, the Federal Trade Commission is warning beneficiaries to watch for scammers seeking personal information or money. Fraudsters often impersonate Medicare, contacting individuals unexpectedly. They may sound professional and…

“Charge Into Safety”: Maryland Highlights Lithium-Ion Battery Risks During Fire Prevention Week

Maryland — The Office of the State Fire Marshal is joining the National Fire Protection Association in observing Fire Prevention Week, October 5–11, 2025. This year’s theme, “Charge Into Safety: Lithium Batteries in Your Home,” highlights the risks posed by lithium-ion batteries…

State Police Arrest Two Dover Men Following Pursuit in Stolen Vehicle

Delaware State Police have arrested 18-year-old Kenneth Seward and 19-year-old Jaziah Wilson, both from Dover, Delaware, on multiple charges, and are searching for 20-year-old Makhai Miller, also from Dover, Delaware, […]

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Delaware Launches $7.2 Million Bridge to Practice Grant to Strengthen Early Literacy

WILMINGTON, Del., – Delaware Secretary of Education Cindy Marten announced the Bridge to Practice competitive grant, a new initiative designed to help ensure that every child in the state is reading on grade level by the end of third grade. The grant…