All northbound lanes on Interstate 495 north of Edgemoor have been shut down following a car fire, according to traffic officials.
The lane closure is currently in effect, and motorists traveling in that area are urged to find alternate routes to avoid delays.
No further details regarding injuries or the origin of the fire have been made available at this time. Drivers should check for updates before heading out and allow extra travel time if the area cannot be avoided.
Southbound travelers on Interstate 95 should be aware of a significant lane restriction currently in place overnight.
Two right lanes on I-95 southbound are closed between Route 72 and the exit ramp to Route 896. The closure is expected to remain in effect until 3 a.m.
Drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider alternate routes to avoid potential delays in the affected stretch.
Travelers passing through the intersection of US-13 and West Lebanon Road (Route 10) should be prepared for intermittent lane closures as construction work continues in the area.
The lane restrictions are expected to remain in effect until 5:00 AM. Drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider alternate routes where possible.
Good news out of Wilmington — a Gold Alert that had been issued for a missing man has been canceled after he was found.
Joseph Iubatti has been located, according to authorities, and the Gold Alert put in place for his welfare is no longer in effect.
No additional details regarding the circumstances of his disappearance or how he was found have been released at this time.
Drivers traveling along Delaware Route 2, known as Capitol Trail, should be aware of intermittent lane closures currently in effect in the area.
The lane restrictions are located between Cleveland Avenue and South Dillwyn Road. The closures are expected to remain in place until 6 a.m.
Motorists are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider alternate routes until the affected stretch of roadway reopens fully.
Dozens of states across the country — including Delaware — could soon be on the hook for millions of dollars in food assistance costs if they fail to bring down payment error rates in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly known as SNAP or food stamps.
New data released Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture offers the first detailed look at which states stand to benefit and which could face serious financial consequences under a major tax-and-spending law signed by President Donald Trump.
Nine states have already secured an exemption from the new cost-sharing requirement, thanks to error rates low enough to qualify them for a complete waiver. Meanwhile, many others — including Delaware — are scrambling to understand what the changes could mean for their budgets and residents.
The error rate measures the percentage of SNAP benefits that were paid either too high or too low compared to what recipients should have received, largely due to administrative or recipient mistakes. States with error rates of 6% or higher could be required to start covering a share of SNAP benefit costs beginning in October 2027.
“There are billions of dollars that are at stake that states will have to find the money to be able to pay if they want to continue to operate a SNAP program,” said Chloe Green, assistant director for policy at the American Public Human Services Association.
More than 37 million people nationwide received SNAP benefits in March, according to preliminary USDA figures — a drop of nearly 5 million people, or more than 11%, compared to the same time last year. A law Trump signed last July expanded work, volunteer, and job training requirements for many adult SNAP recipients. The new rules are designed to increase accountability and generate federal savings to help offset recent tax cuts.
“These payment error rates are further proof that state accountability is severely lacking in SNAP,” said Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins.
Currently, the federal government and states split SNAP administrative costs evenly, 50-50. But starting this October, states will be required to cover 75% of those administrative costs under the new law. Then, beginning in October 2027, states with error rates at or above 6% could also have to pay a portion of the actual benefits distributed to residents.
The error rate data released Wednesday covers fiscal year 2025 and is the first set of numbers that will matter under the new law. States can choose to use either their 2025 or 2026 error rates when calculating how much they owe starting in October 2027.
South Dakota posted the lowest error rate in the country at roughly 2.5%. Nebraska came in just under the threshold at 5.9%. The other eight states with error rates below 6% — and therefore exempt from paying benefit costs — are Idaho, Iowa, Kentucky, Vermont, Utah, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Federal law lays out a sliding scale for how much states must contribute toward SNAP benefits based on their error rates. States with error rates between 6% and 8% will owe 5% of benefit costs. Those between 8% and 10% will owe 10%. And states with error rates above 10% will be responsible for 15% of benefit costs.
Missouri serves as a telling example. With an error rate of 8.7%, the state could be required to cover 10% of its SNAP benefit costs starting in October 2027. Missouri residents received roughly $1.5 billion in SNAP benefits in 2024. If that level of spending continues, the state could face a bill of $150 million — more than the total budget for several of its state prisons.
However, an exception in the law gives states with the highest error rates additional time to make improvements. States with error rates of at least 13.34% in fiscal year 2025 will have their cost-sharing requirements delayed until at least the 2029 fiscal year.
Delaware is among the states receiving that delay. Alaska had the highest error rate in the nation at over 23%. Other jurisdictions also receiving the one-year delay include Georgia, Illinois, New Mexico, Oregon, and the District of Columbia.
There is still an opportunity for more states to earn an extension. Any state with an error rate exceeding 13.34% in 2026 could have its cost-sharing requirements pushed back to the 2030 fiscal year.
A recent survey of state agencies that administer SNAP found that most are already working to identify the root causes of their payment mistakes. Errors appear to be split fairly evenly between program recipients and administrators. Many states said they plan to hire additional staff focused on reducing those errors.
Still, states are also preparing for potential cuts. More than a quarter of survey respondents said they might consider tightening eligibility rules, and four states indicated they could consider leaving the SNAP program altogether. The survey did not identify which states said they might withdraw.
Some advocates for low-income families are calling on Congress to delay the cost-sharing requirements for all states, which would require a change in federal law.
The error-rate data “really underscore the urgent need for Congress to delay this massive cost shift to state budgets,” said Katie Bergh, senior policy analyst at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.
Bergh added that many people are already dealing with high grocery prices, and “this is coming at a time when millions of people have already lost food assistance.”
Motorists traveling southbound on Pennsylvania Avenue, also known as Kennett Pike or Route 52, are facing a lane restriction this afternoon due to construction activity in the area.
According to traffic officials, the right lane between Alders Lane and Greenhill Avenue is currently closed. Drivers should plan for potential delays and allow extra travel time while crews work in the area.
The lane closure is expected to remain in effect until 5 p.m. Travelers are encouraged to use caution when passing through the construction zone or consider alternate routes if possible.
Drivers traveling along Strawberry Lane should expect intermittent lane closures between Levels Road (Route 15) and Main Street, which is Route 282 on the Maryland side, until 3:00 PM.
The lane restrictions may cause delays in the area, and motorists are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider using alternate routes until the closures are lifted.
No additional details regarding the cause of the closures were provided at this time.
Summer is here in Maryland, and with school out for the season, families are heading outdoors to take advantage of some great fishing opportunities across the state. Here is a look at what anglers can expect for the week of June 24 through June 30.
Forecast Summary: June 24 – June 30
Water temperatures in the main Bay and at river mouths have climbed into the upper 70s and are expected to keep rising throughout the week. Smaller rivers and streams are also sitting in the upper 70s. As the water warms, oxygen levels near the bottom are dropping. Most Bay bottom waters still have adequate oxygen, though areas near Quantico to the Wicomico River on the Potomac River, and from Swan Point down to the Bay Bridge area, are exceptions.
River and stream flows are expected to run below average across most of Maryland. Water clarity throughout most of the Bay and its rivers should be near average. Anglers should be aware that tidal currents will be stronger than usual from Friday through Tuesday due to the full moon on Monday, June 29.
Upper Chesapeake Bay
The Conowingo Dam Pool and lower Susquehanna River remain a popular destination for upper bay anglers. Striped bass, flathead catfish, and blue catfish are being caught by casting and drifting cut bait near the turbine wash area. Other anglers are using topwater lures, crankbaits, and paddletails in the dam pool and river, picking up striped bass and Chesapeake Channa. The same mix of fish is being found along the edges of flats during the early morning and late evening hours.
Striped bass are being caught throughout the upper bay using several different methods. Live lining spot or drifting cut bait is popular along channel edges near Turkey Point, Pooles Island, Swan Point, and Love Point. Anglers are reminded that only non-offset circle hooks may be used when targeting striped bass with live or cut bait.
Those same areas are also productive for jigging with soft plastics or trolling with umbrella rigs. Anglers fishing in the Patapsco should note that access near what remains of the Key Bridge is limited to areas outside of the exclusion zones.
Blue catfish are widespread throughout the upper bay. Larger female blue catfish are still in their spawning phase but are being caught alongside smaller males. Channel catfish are also present in most areas, though they often get overlooked compared to blue catfish.
White perch fishing remains a challenge, but persistent anglers can find them. The knolls and reefs in the upper bay are worth checking using depth finders, then fishing bottom rigs baited with grass shrimp or bloodworm pieces. Creeks and tidal rivers are holding white perch near shoreline structure such as steep banks, rocks, old pier pilings, and points. Spin-jigs, spinners, small spinnerbaits, and soft plastic jigs work well during the early morning and late evening hours.
Middle Bay
Striped bass fishing at the Bay Bridge piers has been good this week. The most popular approach is live lining or drifting bait back toward the pier bases when the tide is moving. The 30-foot drop-off on the east side of the bridge is a favorite spot. Casting soft plastic jigs at pier bases, concrete abutments, and rock piles has also been productive. The shallower waters on the west side of the bridge are a good spot to catch spot and white perch.
The Kent Narrows continues to produce striped bass for anglers live lining spot or jigging. White perch fishing there has also been solid. One angler, Dave Haber, got a pleasant surprise when he landed a nice sheepshead while fishing the Kent Narrows. High salinity levels in the bay — a result of the ongoing drought — are drawing species farther up the bay than usual.
Channel edges from Kent Island down to Bloody Point are worth exploring for striped bass with depth finders. Once fish are located suspended off the bottom, live lining or jigging can be effective. Trolling is another solid option for covering channel edges. The channel edge from Buoy 84A down to Stone Rock, as well as the False Channel and Thomas Point, are also productive areas. The 30- to 35-foot depth range tends to be a sweet spot for suspended striped bass.
With water temperatures now in the upper 70s, anglers are encouraged to release striped bass quickly, particularly those that fall outside the legal slot size. Guidelines for safe catch-and-release practices are available through the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
Shallow water fishing for striped bass during morning and evening hours continues to be very productive. Poppers, Zara Spooks, and paddletails are popular lure choices. Anglers should also watch for roving schools of cownose rays, which have been stirring up the shallows.
Blue catfish are being caught in the Choptank River from the Dover Bridge to Denton this week, with most catches consisting of smaller fish and a mix of channel catfish. Anglers fishing bottom rigs for white perch report being overwhelmed with small 12-inch blue catfish.
White perch fishing has been better in the lower sections of tidal rivers and creeks. Casting small spinnerbaits, spinners, and soft plastic jigs along shorelines during morning and evening hours is both fun and effective. Grass shrimp or bloodworm pieces fished near deep-water docks and oyster beds have also been producing results.
Lower Bay
The lower bay region offers a wide variety of fishing action this week. Large schools of red drum have moved in and anglers have experienced blitz-style fishing near the Target Ship, the Middle Grounds, Smith Point, and the Point Lookout area. Casting large soft plastic jigs and heavy chrome spoons into these schools has made for exciting catch-and-release fishing. These red drum are expected to stick around, so the action should continue throughout the week.
Cobia are also moving into the lower bay. Anglers have been attracting them into chum slicks off Smith Point and the Middle Grounds, and the areas around the Target Ship and Point Lookout are expected to be productive as well. Live eels are producing the best results. Anglers report that a fair number of the cobia being caught are coming in slightly under the 43-inch minimum total length. Cownose rays, bluefish, striped bass, and possibly inshore sharks may also show up in those chum slicks.
Striped bass opportunities are plentiful in the lower bay as well. The steep channel edges in the lower Potomac River between St. Georges Island and Piney Point are good for live lining spot or jigging. The lower Patuxent River, Cedar Point, and Cove Point are productive areas for finding striped bass suspended near the bottom. The 30-foot depth range has been consistently productive for those live lining, jigging, or trolling. Bluefish are also a significant part of the catch in these areas. Shore anglers at Point Lookout are reporting bluefish catches as well.
Shallow water fishing along shorelines and river mouths with light tackle is entertaining anglers casting topwater lures and paddletails during morning and evening hours. Good locations include marsh edges and grass beds on the eastern side of the bay, the St. Marys River, the Cedar Point Rocks, and the Hooper Island cuts.
Spot, croaker, and white perch fishing is excellent in the lower Potomac and Patuxent rivers, Tangier Sound, Pocomoke Sound, and the Hooper Island area. Larger spot are found in deeper water, while smaller ones suitable for live lining are in the shallows.
White perch in the lower bay can be found in tidal rivers and creeks. Oyster lumps are good spots to fish dropper rigs or bottom rigs baited with grass shrimp or bloodworm pieces. Small spinnerbaits, spin-jigs, and spinners are good choices for targeting larger white perch along structured shorelines during morning and evening hours.
Blue Crabs
Recreational crabbing has been challenging in some areas this week. Upper bay crabbers are having a particularly tough time. The lower bay, especially on the eastern side, has been the most productive. Middle and lower bay crabbers are finding the best catches in relatively shallow water, between 4 and 7 feet deep. Crabs dropping off trotlines has been a recurring problem. Most crabs being caught are around 6 inches or larger and reported to be full.
Freshwater Fishing
Vacationing anglers at Deep Creek Lake will find a variety of fishing options this summer. Younger anglers can enjoy catching bluegills off floating docks. Boat anglers can fish deep grass lines with live minnows to target yellow perch, smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, and possibly walleye. Smallmouth and largemouth bass can be found off rocky points in the early morning and in the shade of floating docks and fallen shoreline timber during the day.
The upper Potomac River received a small boost in water levels from recent rainfall, but flows are generally typical for summer. Low, clear water calls for careful, stealthy approaches, lighter line, and longer casts. Wading is popular in the summer heat, but anglers should watch their footing. Tubes, topwater lures, small crankbaits, and soft plastics are all effective options.
Recent fish survey work at Piney Reservoir found that some saugeye stocked as fingerlings a few years ago have now grown to 24 inches or more. Liberty and Triadelphia reservoirs hold true-strain walleye and a wide variety of other sought-after species. Prettyboy, Piney Run, and Loch Raven are also popular and productive reservoirs in the central region.
Largemouth bass have settled into their typical summer routine — seeking shade during the heat of the day and feeding in shallower waters near grass and structure at night. Wacky-rigged plastics are a great choice when fish are in a less active mood. During the morning and evening hours, topwater lures, spinnerbaits, jerkbaits, and paddletails worked near shallow grass can draw strikes.
Chesapeake Channa will also be part of the mix when fishing grass beds. Soft frogs, chatterbaits, and buzzbaits are productive choices. Anglers are catching some impressive Chesapeake Channa lately, which may indicate they are moving away from their fry balls and feeding actively to recover after spawning.
Atlantic Ocean and Coastal Bays
Beach fishing at Assateague Island and Ocean City has settled into a summer rhythm. The large migrating striped bass are long gone, but anglers fishing with large baits are finding red drum, bluefish, sandbar sharks, blacktip sharks, and stingrays. Kingfish can be caught on bloodworm or artificial bloodworm baits. Casting jigs with a strip of squid may produce a flounder or two.
At the inlet and Route 50 Bridge area, sheepshead are being caught on sand fleas. Bluefish and striped bass are being landed on jigs during early morning and evening hours. Drifting cut bait in the evening is a productive method for targeting striped bass and bluefish.
Flounder fishing is good throughout the back bays, with fish spreading out through the system. Anglers should be aware of heavy boat traffic in the back bay channels and inlet during peak summer hours. The area in front of the Ocean City Airport is often a reliable spot to drift for flounder.
During the early morning and evening hours, striped bass are being caught near the bridge piers of the Verrazzano and Route 90 bridges. Most are slightly under the 28-inch minimum size, but they offer fun catch-and-release action. Soft plastic jigs and paddletails are the most popular baits.
Outside the inlet, Spanish mackerel and bluefish are being caught by trolling a combination of Drone spoons and Clark spoons. Flounder are being caught on inshore lumps and shoals. Black sea bass fishing has been good at wreck and reef sites — limits are rare, but most anglers can put together a solid catch. Triggerfish have also arrived and are adding to the mix.
At the canyons, boats trolling are bringing in a mix of yellowfin and bluefin tuna. While catches could be better, most boats are managing to bring a few tuna back to the dock. Many captains are also incorporating deep drop fishing into their charter trips to bring back golden and blueline tilefish.
The Maryland Fishing Report is written and compiled by Keith Lockwood, a fisheries biologist with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. The Forecast Summary is written by Tidewater Ecosystem Assessment Director Tom Parham. Maryland anglers are encouraged to participate in DNR’s Volunteer Angler Surveys, which allow citizen scientists to contribute valuable data to the monitoring and management of important fish species.
Attorney General Kathy Jennings spoke out Tuesday after the Delaware House of Representatives declined to pass Senate Bill 100, expressing her disappointment over the outcome.
In her statement, Jennings pointed to the General Assembly’s track record on civil rights issues. “For years now, Delaware’s General Assembly has repeatedly moved the needle forward on LGBTQ+ rights and civil rights writ large; in recent years that movement has been unflinching. That record makes it all the…” she said, noting the significance of the House’s failure to act on the legislation.
SB 100 did not receive the votes needed to advance through the Delaware House, marking a rare moment where the chamber did not continue what Jennings described as a consistent push toward expanding civil rights protections in the state.
A crash on Interstate 95 southbound near the Newport Industrial Park has resulted in the closure of three right lanes, along with the shutdown of Exit 5A.
Delaware Department of Transportation officials are reporting the incident, which is causing significant lane restrictions for southbound travelers in the area.
Motorists traveling through that stretch of I-95 are urged to allow extra travel time and consider using alternate routes until the lanes are reopened. No additional details regarding injuries or the number of vehicles involved have been released at this time.
TV Delmarva will continue to monitor this developing traffic situation and provide updates as they become available.
Drivers traveling along Elderon Drive at the Elderon Drive Loop should be prepared for intermittent lane closures as construction work continues in the area.
The lane restrictions are expected to remain in effect until 6 p.m. Motorists are encouraged to use caution when passing through the construction zone and to budget extra time for their commute.
No additional details regarding the nature of the construction were provided. Drivers should stay alert for flaggers or signage in the area directing traffic.
Sussex County government offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026, as the county observes the Independence Day holiday. Normal operations are set to resume when all county offices reopen on Monday, July 6, 2026.
The closure coincides with a landmark moment in American history — the semiquincentennial, marking 250 years since the birth of the United States. Sussex County is encouraging all residents to take time during this historic occasion to celebrate the country and reflect on the values of freedom and liberty that have defined the nation for two and a half centuries.
Goldey-Beacom College had plenty to celebrate academically, as a total of 14 student-athletes from its baseball and softball programs were named to the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference All-Academic Team.
The combined recognition highlights the commitment of student-athletes from both squads to excellence both on the field and in the classroom.
Drivers traveling through the Ogletown area of New Castle County will need to find an alternate route starting next week. The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) is alerting motorists that the westbound Route 273 off-ramp leading onto Route 4 will be shut down beginning Monday, July 6th.
The closure is expected to remain in effect for approximately three weeks. During that time, westbound Route 273 travelers will be directed off at Cedarwood Road, which comes before the closed ramp, as part of the official detour route.
Drivers are encouraged to plan their trips accordingly and allow for extra travel time while the work is underway.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is offering area fishing enthusiasts a chance to land a free day on the water — and help protect the Chesapeake Bay at the same time. The agency is giving away 100 charter or guided fishing trips focused on catching blue catfish, an invasive species in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Each trip is valued at up to $1,500.
The contest, called “Reel in the Blues Bonanza,” is accepting entries from June 24 through July 13. Anyone 18 years of age or older can submit one entry through a simple online form for a shot at winning a summer or fall fishing outing targeting these invasive fish.
One hundred winners will be chosen at random from all entries submitted. Those who win will need to reach out to a participating captain or guide to set up their trip. Winners are allowed to bring guests, up to the capacity of the charter boat they select. Charter fees and mate tips are covered as part of the prize.
Blue catfish are considered great eating, and mates can fillet the catch right on the boat so winners can take the fish home.
The giveaway serves several goals: removing blue catfish from the bay, encouraging more recreational fishermen to target this invasive species, and boosting Maryland’s charter and guided fishing industry. Blue catfish, known scientifically as Ictalurus furcatus, pose a serious threat to the ecosystem because of their aggressive feeding habits, rapid reproduction, and ability to crowd out native species that are important to both commercial and recreational fishing in Maryland.
This contest is one piece of a broader departmental effort to reduce the damage caused by invasive catfish. Other programs include collecting harvest data from charter captains, backing invasive species fishing tournaments, and coordinating with partners and other agencies to increase the number of fish removed. Anglers with a valid Maryland fishing license face no season restrictions or catch limits when targeting blue catfish recreationally.
Winners of the Reel in the Blues Bonanza will be notified and given a list of participating captains and guides by July 15. They must confirm acceptance of the prize by responding to the department no later than July 22. Trips are expected to take place between late July 2026 and October 2026. Winners are responsible for getting themselves to the dock where their charter departs.
Questions about the contest can be directed to [email protected].
Delaware State Police have arrested a 32-year-old Wilmington woman after she attacked two workers at a local tire shop and nearly struck one of them with her vehicle.
The incident took place on June 19, 2026, around 12:15 p.m. at Jose’s Tire Shop, located at 3700 North Market Street in Wilmington. Troopers were initially called to the scene for a reported hit-and-run collision.
According to investigators, Amadi Muhammad arrived at the business looking to have her vehicle repaired. When workers told her they were unable to perform the service she needed, the situation escalated into a verbal confrontation, and Muhammad refused to leave the property.
The dispute then turned physical. Muhammad grabbed one employee by the shirt and punched another. She then got into her vehicle and drove it toward one of the workers, coming close to hitting them before stopping. As she drove off the property, she struck an unoccupied parked vehicle belonging to an unrelated party.
Fortunately, neither employee suffered any injuries during the altercation. The owner of the damaged parked vehicle chose not to pursue criminal charges over the collision.
Investigators identified Muhammad as the suspect and secured an arrest warrant. On June 23, 2026, troopers located her in Wilmington and took her into custody without any issues. She was transported to Troop 1, where she was formally charged, arraigned through the Justice of the Peace Court, and remanded to the Delaware Department of Correction on a $5,000 secured bond.
Muhammad faces the following charges:
Electric bicycles are showing up on Delaware roads and trails more than ever before, and with that growing popularity comes the need for riders to know the rules of the road.
Delaware has specific laws in place that govern how e-bikes can be used, and understanding those rules is key to staying safe and avoiding trouble. That means following traffic laws, riding in a responsible manner, wearing the right safety equipment, and knowing which roads and trails allow e-bike use.
Authorities say that when riders take the time to understand and follow these guidelines, it helps protect not just themselves, but everyone sharing Delaware’s roads, trails, and communities.
Whether you’re a longtime cyclist making the switch to electric or a first-time rider, getting familiar with Delaware’s e-bike regulations before you head out is an important first step toward a safe riding experience.
A test tsunami warning was issued by the National Weather Service National Tsunami Warning Center on June 24, running from 12:30 PM EDT through 1:30 PM EDT.
This alert was a test message only and did not represent an actual tsunami threat or emergency situation.
SALISBURY, Md. — A standout volleyball player from Salisbury University has earned top recognition from her athletic conference. Senior Gwen Eustace has been selected as the Coast-to-Coast Athletic Conference (C2C) Female Athlete of the Year for the 2025-26 cycle.
The C2C presents this distinguished honor to recognize an athlete’s exceptional contributions to their sport. Eustace’s impressive play throughout the 2025 volleyball season earned her the recognition from the conference.
The Salisbury University volleyball program announced the award with pride, highlighting Eustace’s outstanding impact as a senior competitor.
Tuesday night’s 15-race program at Harrington Raceway featured two standout $20,000 Delaware Standardbred Breeders’ Fund (DSBF) divisions for 3-year-old filly pacers.
In the opening division, Warrens Charm crossed the wire first for driver Ryder Skinner. The filly went postward as the overwhelming 1-to-5 favorite and rewarded backers with a $2.40 win payout.
The two DSBF filly divisions served as the marquee events of the evening’s full card at Harrington Raceway.
State alcohol enforcement officials have arrested a Dover woman following an investigation into an unlicensed wine manufacturing operation linked to her business.
Margaret Munro, 60, of Dover was taken into custody by the Delaware Division of Alcohol & Tobacco Enforcement — known as DATE — on charges connected to the operation of Pale Moon Wine LLC without the required state licenses.
The investigation was triggered when the Maryland Alcohol, Tobacco, and Cannabis Commission alerted DATE that products bearing the Pale Moon Wine LLC name were showing up for sale at locations in Maryland. Investigators traced those products back to Delaware and determined that the company did not hold the necessary licenses to manufacture or sell alcoholic beverages.
A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat appears increasingly likely across the Mid-Atlantic beginning this weekend and continuing into the first week of July as a strong upper-level ridge builds over the eastern United States.
Forecast guidance indicates temperatures will climb well into the 90s across much of the region, while high humidity levels push heat index values above 100 degrees. Some locations could experience heat indices between 100 and 105 degrees, with isolated areas approaching 110 degrees during the hottest afternoons.
The greatest concern may be the lack of overnight relief. Overnight lows are expected to remain in the mid to upper 70s, allowing heat stress to accumulate over several consecutive days.
Long-range outlooks from the Climate Prediction Center continue to show a strong signal for above-normal temperatures across the Mid-Atlantic through at least July 7. Meanwhile, the Weather Prediction Center’s Extreme Heat Outlook highlights much of the region for a moderate to high risk of dangerous heat during the July 1-7 period.
Major cities such as Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and surrounding communities could see multiple days of oppressive heat and humidity. Delmarva is also expected to be impacted, with temperatures likely running well above seasonal averages heading into the Independence Day holiday.
With confidence growing in a prolonged heat event, residents are encouraged to begin preparing now by staying hydrated, limiting outdoor activities during peak heating hours, and ensuring access to air conditioning or other cooling options.
While specific temperature forecasts will continue to be refined over the coming days, all signs point toward one of the hottest stretches of weather so far this summer across the Mid-Atlantic.
Drivers traveling along Cherry Road should be aware of intermittent lane closures currently in effect between Ivy Lane and Ridge Drive.
The closures are the result of construction activity in the area and are expected to continue until 5:30 PM. Motorists may experience delays or brief stoppages as work crews operate in the roadway.
Travelers are advised to allow extra time when planning trips through the affected stretch or consider using an alternate route to avoid potential slowdowns.
Travelers passing through the intersection of Navaho Court and East Seneca Drive should be aware of intermittent lane closures currently in effect due to construction work in the area.
The lane restrictions are expected to remain in place until 5:30 PM. Drivers are encouraged to use caution when traveling through the affected zone and to consider alternate routes if possible.
No additional details regarding the nature of the construction were provided. Updates may be available as conditions change.
Northbound travelers on Frederica Street are facing a right lane closure between Water Street and East David Street as a result of ongoing construction work.
The lane restriction is expected to remain in effect until 4 PM, according to traffic officials. Drivers in the area should allow for extra travel time or consider using an alternate route to avoid delays.
Northbound Janice Road is currently closed to traffic between Nassau Commons Boulevard and Siham Road as construction crews work in the area.
The closure is expected to remain in effect until 5 p.m., according to transportation officials. Motorists traveling through the area are advised to allow extra time or find an alternate route to avoid delays.
No additional details regarding the nature of the construction work were provided. Drivers should use caution near the work zone and watch for any signage directing traffic around the affected stretch of road.
A right lane closure is currently in effect for eastbound travelers on Walt Messick/Vernon Road, between Farmington Road and Whiteleysburg Avenue.
The closure is the result of ongoing construction in the area and is expected to remain in place until 5 p.m.
Drivers in the area should allow extra travel time or consider using an alternate route to avoid delays.
Travelers heading through the Elderon Drive area should be aware of intermittent lane closures currently in effect due to construction activity at Elderon Drive at the Elderon Drive Loop.
The lane restrictions are expected to continue until 6:00 PM. Drivers are encouraged to use caution when passing through the construction zone and to budget additional time for their commute if their route takes them through that area.
No further details about the nature of the construction work were immediately available. Motorists should remain alert for construction crews and equipment in the roadway.
Delaware’s environmental and natural resources agency is turning to everyday residents for help with its yearly wild turkey count, and volunteers are needed now through the end of August.
The DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife is asking members of the public to observe and report wild turkey sightings between July 1 and August 31 as part of the state’s annual turkey productivity survey.
By participating, volunteers help wildlife officials keep tabs on where turkeys are living throughout Delaware and how well the population is reproducing from year to year.
Southbound travelers on Interstate 95 near Wilmington are being asked to exercise caution this afternoon as a litter cleanup operation is taking place along the right shoulder.
The operation is located at mile marker 15 and is expected to remain active until 4 p.m. Crews will be working along the shoulder, so drivers should be prepared to slow down and move over when approaching the area.
Motorists are reminded to stay alert and reduce speed when passing any roadside work crews to ensure the safety of both workers and drivers.
Westbound travelers along W Newport Pike at W Justis Street are facing a right lane closure due to ongoing construction work in the area.
The closure affects the stretch of roadway between N James Street and Ethan Drive. Drivers using this route should expect possible delays and are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider an alternate route.
The lane is expected to reopen by 5 PM. Motorists are urged to remain alert and follow any posted traffic control signs in the construction zone.
A crash has forced the closure of the right lane on southbound Interstate 95 at Churchmans Marsh, according to Delaware transportation officials.
Motorists traveling southbound through that stretch of highway should anticipate slowdowns and consider alternate routes if possible. Authorities are urging drivers to use caution in the area while crews work to address the situation.
No additional details regarding the crash or an estimated time for the lane to reopen have been provided at this time. TV Delmarva will continue to monitor this developing traffic situation.
Utah is currently battling at least six active wildfires, and state officials say they are gearing up for what could be a prolonged and difficult fire season ahead.
The outbreak of fires across the state, sometimes called the Beehive State, has already taken a serious toll on at least one community. One of the blazes forced an entire town to evacuate, with residents unable to return home for nearly a week.
Authorities are monitoring the situation closely as conditions continue to raise concerns about additional fire activity in the weeks and months to come.
Emergency crews in northern France were working around the clock Wednesday to get the lights back on for thousands of households left without electricity during a punishing heatwave that has baked much of western Europe for several days.
Officials said a transformer failure was responsible for Tuesday’s outages, and that healthcare facilities and other critical locations were being given top priority in the restoration effort. Retirement homes were provided with generators to help them get through the crisis.
“The incident was accidental and related to the current heat wave,” officials stated. “No one was injured.”
According to the Reuters Climate Monitor, temperatures across Europe have soared as much as 18 degrees Celsius — or 32 degrees Fahrenheit — above normal levels, causing school closures, tourist site shutdowns, and widespread disruptions to transportation networks.
Weather agency Meteo France has drawn comparisons between the current conditions and a catastrophic heatwave in August 2003 that stretched 16 days and was linked to an estimated 80,000 excess deaths throughout Europe.
The current heat event is being driven by a weather pattern called an Omega block — named for its shape — which allows temperatures to climb steadily day after day. It remains unclear how long the dangerous conditions will persist.
The World Meteorological Organisation has noted that Europe is warming at more than double the global average rate, making extended periods of extreme heat increasingly common.
The scorching conditions have forced construction workers to shift their schedules to avoid peak heat hours. Retailers are struggling to keep up with surging demand for fans and portable air conditioners, and farmers have been harvesting grain at night after afternoon fieldwork was banned due to the risk of fires.
Dozens of people have drowned after jumping into rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water in an attempt to cool off.
Across the English Channel in Britain, the national grid operator called on power generators to boost output as temperatures climbed toward record levels Wednesday. With thermometers hitting the high thirties, British health authorities issued a “red heat” alert — only the second time such a warning has ever been declared — cautioning that the heat poses a risk to life even for otherwise healthy individuals, not just the elderly and sick.
Train operators in Britain urged passengers to travel only when absolutely necessary on Wednesday and Thursday, the two hottest days of the event, as the heat has triggered speed restrictions on rail lines.
In a heartbreaking development in southeastern France, two young children — aged two and four — were found dead in a hot vehicle outside their family home. Autopsies confirmed they died from the extreme heat. A regional prosecutor said the children’s mother indicated she had not known the children were in the car.
Italy’s health ministry placed 16 cities on its highest heat alert, including Florence, Milan, Rome, Turin, and Verona. Meteorologists warned that conditions could deteriorate further, particularly across central and northern parts of the country, with the heatwave expected to peak between Sunday and Monday.
Temperatures in the Tuscany and Emilia regions could climb to 41 degrees Celsius — around 106 degrees Fahrenheit — while coastal areas like Liguria may see perceived temperatures reach as high as 45 degrees Celsius, or 113 degrees Fahrenheit, when extreme humidity is factored in.
Drivers in the area should be aware that the traffic signal at the intersection of Savannah Road and Wescoats Road is currently operating in flash mode while maintenance work is being performed.
The signal is expected to remain on flash until 5 a.m. Motorists are advised to treat the intersection with caution, as flashing signals typically require drivers to treat the intersection as a stop or yield situation depending on the signal color.
Travelers in the area are encouraged to plan accordingly and remain alert while passing through the intersection until the signal returns to normal operation.
Westbound travelers on Savannah Road are facing a lane restriction overnight, according to Delaware Department of Transportation traffic information.
The right lane on Savannah Road westbound, between Wescoats Road and DE-1, is currently closed. The closure is expected to remain in effect until 5:00 AM.
Drivers in the area are encouraged to use caution, allow extra travel time, or consider using an alternate route until the lane reopens.
Motorists traveling eastbound on US Route 40 are facing a lane restriction overnight. The right lane between Glasgow Drive and Brookmont Drive is currently closed, with the closure expected to remain in place until 6 AM.
Drivers in the area are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider alternate routes until the lane reopens.
Motorists traveling along Valley Road between Emandan Lane and Fitness Way should be aware of intermittent lane closures currently in effect.
According to traffic officials, the lane restrictions are expected to remain in place until 6 a.m. Drivers in the area are encouraged to use caution and allow extra travel time if passing through the affected stretch of road.
No additional details regarding the cause of the closures were immediately available. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Motorists traveling southbound on US Route 13 should be aware of a lane closure currently in effect between 2nd Avenue and Wilson Drive.
The right lane on that stretch of roadway is closed, with the restriction expected to be lifted by 7 a.m.
Drivers heading through the area are encouraged to use caution and allow extra travel time until the lane reopens.
The University of Delaware men’s tennis team is set to welcome five new faces to its program, with interim head coach Nathan Perrone making the announcement on Tuesday.
The five signees will join the Blue Hens for the 2026-27 season, adding depth and new talent to the Newark-based program.
Motorists traveling northbound on Limestone Road should be aware of an active lane closure between Sandy Drive and Hendry Avenue.
The northbound left lane in that stretch is shut down, and drivers are advised to use caution or find an alternate route to avoid delays.
The closure is expected to be lifted by 10 p.m.
If you are planning to travel northbound on Delaware Route 1 between Rehoboth Beach and Lewes, expect to add some extra time to your trip.
Heavy traffic volume is causing delays of 10 to 15 minutes along that corridor, according to traffic officials.
Drivers are encouraged to allow additional travel time or consider alternate routes if possible.
Westbound travelers on Old Beach Road at Clapham Road are facing a right lane closure as construction crews work in the area.
A flagging operation is currently active between Sophers Row and Thorn Street, meaning drivers should expect brief stops and possible delays as they pass through the work zone.
The lane restriction is expected to remain in effect until 3 PM. Motorists are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider an alternate route if possible.
TALBOT COUNTY, Md. — The National Weather Service has confirmed that a powerful thunderstorm produced wind speeds of 90 to 100 mph as it moved across portions of Talbot County, Maryland, during the evening of June 22.
Following a storm damage survey conducted Tuesday, meteorologists determined that the most significant damage occurred along a nearly 6-mile path stretching from the Wye Mills area southeastward toward Cordova. The severe thunderstorm moved through the area between approximately 6:55 p.m. and 7:10 p.m.
According to the survey, the storm produced its strongest winds along Newtown Road, where numerous trees were snapped and uprooted. Damage assessments indicated peak wind speeds reached between 90 and 100 mph, making it the most intense area of wind damage observed during the event.
The damage path began near Old Wye Mills Road, where multiple trees were uprooted. Survey teams found a discontinuous but well-defined corridor of damage extending southeast through Talbot County. Additional impacts were observed near Saulsbury, where a center-pivot irrigation system was overturned by the powerful winds.
The storm continued producing damage along Blades Road and Asches Acres Road, where additional tree damage was documented before the thunderstorm weakened as it approached the Cordova area.
Despite the intensity of the winds, no injuries or fatalities were reported.
The National Weather Service credited Talbot County Emergency Management for assisting with the damage assessment.
Several severe thunderstorms crossed the Mid-Atlantic on Monday evening, producing numerous reports of downed trees and wind damage across the region. However, the Wye Mills-to-Cordova storm produced the most concentrated and severe damage observed by survey teams.
The National Weather Service noted that the survey findings remain preliminary and could be adjusted pending final review and publication in official Storm Data records.
Link to the survey can be found here: https://partnerservices.nws.noaa.gov/products/cache/174-2026/PNSPHI/64b1babdd3dea643d3212a37e16b81be
Drivers heading out on Interstate 495 should be prepared for slower speeds as the roadway’s speed limit has been temporarily reduced to 55 miles per hour in response to current weather conditions.
The reduction is in effect due to weather-related concerns along the corridor. Travelers are encouraged to allow extra time, increase following distances, and remain alert while navigating the affected stretch of highway.
No specific end time for the reduced speed limit has been announced. Motorists should continue to monitor conditions and watch for any additional guidance from transportation officials.
Governor Matt Meyer announced today a significant step forward in Delaware’s push to make energy more affordable and secure for residents across the state.
Four community solar projects have been accepted into the JobsFirst Permitting Accelerator, a program designed to speed up the approval process for energy initiatives. The announcement was described as a major milestone in efforts to expand affordable energy access, lower electricity bills, and strengthen Delaware’s ability to meet its own energy needs over the long term.
The four projects were developed by ECA Power and are located in Sussex and New Castle Counties.
Travelers heading northbound on Route 1 should be aware of a lane closure near Exit 119 following a crash in the area.
According to traffic officials, the left lane on Route 1 northbound at Exit 119 has been shut down as a result of the incident. The closure is currently in effect, and motorists are urged to use caution while passing through the affected zone.
Drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time and watch for slowed or stopped traffic in the area. Updates on the lane closure will be provided as more information becomes available.
Seventeen young conservationists were honored by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources at a graduation ceremony held June 23 at Sandy Point State Park, marking the completion of the 2025-26 Maryland Conservation Corps program.
The graduates finished 9.5 months of hands-on job training, conservation projects, and stewardship work carried out through the Maryland Park Service. The Maryland Conservation Corps first launched in 1984 and became one of the earliest programs supported by AmeriCorps funding roughly a decade later. After the federal government abruptly cut AmeriCorps funding in 2025, the program shifted to operating through a partnership with the Department of Service and Civic Innovation Maryland Corps/Service Year Option.
DNR Deputy Secretary David Goshorn offered his congratulations to the graduating class. “Congratulations and thanks to the Maryland Conservation Corps Class of 2026 for contributing a year of service to our citizens and the environment,” Goshorn said. “DNR remains committed to the Corps. Their conservation work helps ensure we can maintain and share Maryland’s beautiful natural areas with the public. We look forward to the contributions that we know Corps graduates will make as they move through their careers and lives.”
Corps members, all between the ages of 18 and 24, begin their service every September. This year’s class was spread across five regions of the Maryland Park Service: Assateague State Park in the east, Deep Creek Lake State Park in the west, Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area in the north central region, Gunpowder Falls State Park in the south central region, and Merkle Natural Resources Management Area in the south. Teams traveled from those home bases to assist additional parks and public lands, tackling high-priority work including habitat restoration and trail construction.
The accomplishments of this year’s class were significant. Members improved more than 1,000 acres of public land and 125 miles of trails, delivered educational programs to over 9,000 students and park visitors, cleared acres of invasive plant species, and planted thousands of trees, native plants, and grasses.
Maryland Park Service Director Angela Crenshaw praised the graduates’ dedication. “Our graduating Maryland Conservation Corps members are the future of the conservation, stewardship, and service movements in the great state of Maryland,” Crenshaw said. “Each year a new team of young adults from diverse backgrounds unite to work toward the common goal of improving public lands.”
The program provides real-world, team-based experience covering topics from aquatic systems to public lands management. Numerous program alumni have gone on to careers in conservation, including positions within the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Partner organizations supporting the program include the National Aquarium in Baltimore, the Maryland Department of Agriculture, the National Park Service, and The Nature Conservancy.
Those interested in applying for a future class of the Maryland Conservation Corps can register for an upcoming informational webinar through the Park Service website.
SMYRNA, Del. — Residents in the area should not be alarmed if they hear emergency sirens on the evening of Tuesday, July 7. The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), the Delaware State Police, and Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. (PSEG) have announced a scheduled quarterly test of the Salem/Hope Creek Nuclear Generating Stations Alert and Notification system.
The test is set to begin at 7:20 p.m. on July 7, 2026. A total of 37 sirens positioned throughout Delaware — all within a 10-mile radius of the nuclear generating stations — will be activated as part of the routine check.
Officials conduct these tests on a quarterly basis to ensure the alert system is functioning properly and ready in the event of an actual emergency at the nuclear facilities.
Two Delaware state agencies joined forces to spotlight the next generation of women leaders at a special awards ceremony honoring the 2026 She’s on Her Way Award recipients.
The Delaware Department of Human Resources’ Office of Women’s Advancement and Advocacy, along with the Delaware Women’s Commission, hosted the event to recognize young women who are leaving a meaningful mark on communities throughout the First State.
This year’s ceremony carries added significance — the She’s on Her Way Award program is celebrating its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of lifting up and recognizing Delaware’s emerging women leaders.
LEWES, Del. — Drivers heading through Lewes should be aware of upcoming road work that could cause minor delays over the next several weeks.
The Delaware Department of Transportation has announced that Janice Road, between SR 1 and the Lewes Senior Center, will see intermittent lane closures beginning Monday, July 6th and continuing through Friday, July 24th. The closures are tied to paving operations in the area and are subject to weather conditions.
Transportation officials are urging motorists to reduce their speed when traveling through the work zone and to be prepared for brief delays while crews are on site.
For additional details or updates, drivers can visit DelDOT’s official website at www.deldot.gov.
Bicyclists heading through the Lewes and Rehoboth Beach areas this summer will have access to free safety resources thanks to a new checkpoint program launching in Sussex County.
The Delaware Department of Transportation is teaming up with the Delaware State Police and Sussex Cyclists to operate Bicycle Safety Checkpoints at various locations in the region throughout the summer months.
Anyone stopping at a checkpoint can pick up free safety information, trail maps, bicycle lights, and helmets. Basic bicycle repairs will also be available at no cost to riders.
The program is aimed at making bicycle travel safer for the wide range of people who use bikes in the area, including local residents, tourists, and seasonal workers.
If you are planning to head northbound on Delaware Route 1 between Dewey Beach and Rehoboth Beach, expect a lengthy wait behind the wheel.
Heavy traffic volume is currently causing delays of 20 to 25 minutes along that corridor, according to DelDOT.
Drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider using alternate routes to avoid the congestion.
Newark families, mark your calendars — the New Castle County Division of Police is heading to The Vinings at Christiana for a Pop-Up Play Zone event this afternoon.
The community gathering is designed to bring neighbors together for an afternoon packed with games, activities, snacks, and summertime fun for all ages.
Residents are encouraged to bring the whole family and connect with their neighbors while enjoying a free afternoon of activities hosted by local law enforcement.
Travelers on Delaware Route 26 westbound should expect slower-than-normal travel times between Route 1 and Route 17.
According to DelDOT, high traffic volume in the corridor is causing delays ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. No incidents or accidents have been reported as the cause — the slowdowns are attributed solely to the volume of vehicles on the road.
Drivers in the area are encouraged to plan ahead and budget extra time for their trips until conditions improve.
A crash has forced the closure of the right lane on northbound Delaware Route 1, just north of the Route 24 intersection.
Drivers heading northbound in that area should be prepared for lane restrictions and potential delays as a result of the incident.
Motorists are advised to use caution when approaching the area and to allow extra travel time until the lane is reopened.
Millions of people across Europe are enduring dangerously high temperatures this week as an early summer heat wave takes hold, and climate scientists say a weather phenomenon called a heat dome is responsible.
So what exactly is a heat dome? According to Mireia Ginesta, a research associate at the Climate Litigation Lab at the Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment, heat domes are high pressure systems that stall in place for several days, locking in dangerous levels of heat and humidity.
These events are triggered by a northward bulge in the jet stream — the band of fast-moving winds high in the atmosphere that drives much of our weather.
“High pressure system means that the air is sinking, and as the air goes down to lower altitudes, it becomes compressed,” Ginesta explained. “So the pressure increases and the temperature also increases.”
Jennifer Francis, a climate scientist at the Woodwell Climate Research Center, described it this way: “The heat dome is really what the jet stream is doing. The heat wave is what we feel at the surface.” She added that those northward bulges in the jet stream are what create the conditions leading to extreme heat events.
France, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom are among the nations being hit hardest by the current heat wave. France has been the most severely affected, with roughly half the country placed under a red heat wave alert by its national weather service. The country lacks widespread air conditioning, and approximately 40 deaths linked to drowning have been reported as people sought ways to cool off. Temperatures are expected to reach as high as 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius) and remain elevated for several days.
“In Europe, they’re just not used to this,” Francis said. “It’s really just in the last decade or two where these sorts of really brutal heat waves have been happening and killing a lot of people because they don’t have the means to stay cool.”
Liz Bentley, chief executive at the Royal Meteorological Society and a professor of meteorology at the University of Reading, warned that temperature records are in serious jeopardy. “We are going to see the June temperature records not just broken, but completely annihilated,” she said.
Experts are pointing to climate change as the driving force behind the increasing frequency of heat domes worldwide. Francis noted that as global temperatures rise, extreme heat becomes far more likely everywhere. “We’re warming the globe and that means we’re shifting the range of temperatures that any given place experiences,” she said. “And as you shift that range of temperature, you’re making the extreme temperatures much more likely.”
Bentley agreed, saying climate change is making these events worse in every way. “Climate change is definitely having an impact on the fact that they’re more frequent, they’re more intense, and they’re more persistent as well,” she said. “They hang around a lot longer than they used to do.”
Francis also highlighted a danger that many people overlook — the heat at night. “One of the biggest problems is the nighttime heat,” she said. “If you don’t give your body a chance to cool off at night, it just starts to accumulate in your body and that can really start to affect your health. And so figuring out a way to stay cooler at night is very, very important.”
Authorities in France have responded by canceling trains, concerts, and sporting events, and have placed restrictions on public alcohol consumption. Health officials are urging anyone facing extreme heat to stay hydrated, avoid physical activity during the hottest parts of the day, seek shade, and cool off safely in nearby bodies of water when possible.
The University of Delaware women’s basketball program has finalized its roster for the 2026-27 season with the signing of Ema Rychtecká, head coach Sarah Jenkins announced on Tuesday.
The addition of Rychtecká brings the Blue Hens’ roster construction for the upcoming season to a close, giving the coaching staff a complete group heading into the new year.
The Ocean City Police Department says its work alongside partner law enforcement agencies is paying off, pointing to a recent drug distribution arrest that grew out of an investigation into a social media-promoted ‘takeover’ event as proof that cooperation and online monitoring are essential tools in modern policing.
Authorities in Ocean City, Maryland, announced the arrest on June 23, 2026, framing it as a direct result of proactive information sharing between agencies and close attention to social media activity surrounding so-called ‘takeover’ style gatherings — a trend that has been spreading across the country.
These types of events are typically organized and promoted through social media platforms, often drawing large, unplanned crowds that can create public safety challenges for local law enforcement.
In a statement, the Ocean City Police Department stressed that keeping the public safe in today’s environment requires getting ahead of potential problems before they develop. As the department put it, ‘Public safety increasingly requires a proactive’ approach to monitoring how events are being organized and promoted online.
The case underscores what officials describe as the growing importance of inter-agency collaboration as law enforcement works to adapt to new ways that large gatherings — and criminal activity — can be coordinated through digital platforms.
The University of Delaware’s Department of Athletics & Campus Recreation is being celebrated on the national stage after earning major honors at a prestigious collegiate marketing conference.
The Blue Hens athletics program received three NACMA Best of Awards along with an honorable mention at the 2026 National Association of Collegiate Marketing Administrators Convention, which took place in Las Vegas from June 7 through June 10.
The recognition highlights the department’s innovation, creativity, and overall impact within collegiate athletics marketing across the country.
The National Weather Service office in Mount Holly, New Jersey has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch that went into effect at 11:53 AM EDT on June 23 and remains active until 8:00 PM EDT the same evening.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms in and near the watch area. Residents are urged to remain alert and be ready to take shelter quickly if a warning is issued.
Keep an eye on the latest forecasts and be prepared for the possibility of strong winds, large hail, and heavy rainfall through the evening hours.
Residents across southern Delmarva should remain weather aware today as strong to locally severe thunderstorms are expected to develop during the afternoon and evening hours.
An upper-level disturbance moving east across the Carolinas and southern Mid-Atlantic will combine with an approaching cold front to create favorable conditions for thunderstorm development. Storms are expected to begin forming by late morning and early afternoon along and ahead of the advancing front before spreading eastward toward the Delmarva Peninsula.
While atmospheric instability is not expected to be extreme, increasing temperatures and humidity will provide enough energy to support strong thunderstorms. Forecast guidance suggests storms will likely organize into lines and clusters capable of producing scattered damaging wind gusts. The greatest severe weather threat is expected across southern portions of Delmarva, especially in Sussex County, Delaware, along with the lower Maryland Eastern Shore and nearby coastal communities.
Damaging straight-line winds remain the primary concern, with the strongest storms capable of downing tree limbs, causing isolated power outages, and producing hazardous travel conditions. Frequent lightning and brief periods of heavy rainfall will also accompany the stronger storms.
We are also monitoring the potential for an isolated tornado. While the tornado threat remains low, embedded areas of rotation within the line of storms could briefly produce a spin-up tornado, particularly if storms become better organized during the afternoon.
The severe weather threat is expected to peak during the afternoon and early evening before storms gradually move offshore later tonight as the cold front pushes through the region.
Residents are encouraged to keep a close eye on weather forecasts and have multiple ways to receive warnings should severe weather develop. Any warnings issued this afternoon or evening should be taken seriously, especially if damaging winds or tornado warnings are issued.
Following the passage of the cold front, conditions are expected to improve overnight with slightly less humid air arriving for Wednesday.
A storied chapter in college lacrosse came to a close on Tuesday when Jim Berkman announced he is stepping down as head coach of Salisbury University’s men’s lacrosse program.
Berkman, who holds the distinction of being the all-time winningest coach in the history of college lacrosse, spent 38 years leading the Sea Gulls — a career that earned him a place in the hall of fame.
The retirement announcement marks the end of a remarkable run for one of the most decorated coaches the sport has ever seen. Berkman’s tenure at Salisbury, Maryland spanned nearly four decades, during which he built the program into a powerhouse recognized across collegiate athletics.
Delaware Standardbred Breeders’ Fund (DSBF) racing headlined the Monday, June 22 program at Harrington Raceway, with three $20,000 divisions for 3-year-old pacing colts and geldings taking the spotlight.
Leading the way was Watch Em Win, guided by driver Jason Thompson, who posted a winning time of 1:53.1 and returned $5.80 to bettors. The victory marked the ninth of the horse’s career.
Motorists traveling southbound on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, also known as Route 1, should plan for potential slowdowns this afternoon.
A moving operation is underway in the median between Simms Woods Road and the toll plaza as part of ongoing construction activity. The work is expected to remain in place until 3 PM.
Drivers are advised to use caution in the area and allow extra travel time if passing through that stretch of Route 1.
Travelers using Elderon Drive at the Elderon Drive loop should be aware of intermittent lane closures currently in effect due to construction activity in the area.
The lane restrictions are expected to continue until 6:00 PM. Drivers are encouraged to use caution when passing through the construction zone and to budget additional time for their commute.
No further details regarding the nature of the construction work were provided. Updates may be available through local traffic monitoring resources.
Dover Police have released the latest Megan’s Law sex offender notifications for the City of Dover.
Residents are encouraged to review the notification images to stay aware of registered sex offenders living in their community.
Anyone who has questions or concerns regarding these notifications is asked to contact the Dover Police Sex Offender Enforcement Unit directly at doverpolice.org.
Drivers traveling along Route 1 in the Middletown area should be aware of an ongoing trash removal operation that could affect traffic this afternoon.
According to transportation officials, a rolling trash removal operation is underway along Route 1 between Wrangler Hill Road, also known as Route 72, and Middletown. The operation is expected to wrap up by 4 p.m.
Motorists in the area are advised to use caution and allow extra travel time while crews complete the work.
Travelers heading southbound on Interstate 95 should slow down and stay alert near the Harvey Road overpass, where litter crews are currently working along the shoulder of the highway.
The crews are expected to remain on the shoulder until 4 p.m. Drivers are encouraged to move over when possible and reduce their speed to ensure the safety of the workers in the area.
Drivers traveling along DuPont Parkway, also known as Route 13, are facing a left shoulder closure due to active construction work in the area.
The closure affects the stretch of roadway between Blackbird Forest Road (Road 471) and Summit Bridge Road (Road 71) and is expected to remain in place until 5:30 PM.
Motorists are encouraged to allow extra travel time and remain alert for construction crews and equipment near the roadway. Drivers should follow any posted signage and merge safely as they pass through the affected zone.
Motorists traveling northbound on Dupont Boulevard (Route 113) should be aware of a right shoulder closure currently in effect between West North Street and Bridgeville Road (Route 404).
The closure is the result of construction activity in the area and is expected to be lifted by 5 p.m. Drivers are encouraged to use caution while passing through the work zone.
Travelers heading in that direction may want to consider alternate routes or allow additional time to reach their destinations.
Northbound travelers on Janice Road are facing a right lane closure this afternoon as construction work is underway in the area.
The closure affects the stretch of Janice Road between Nassau Commons Boulevard and Siham Road. The right lane is expected to remain closed until 5 p.m.
Drivers in the area are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider alternate routes to avoid delays.
Drivers in the area should be aware of a temporary lane restriction on Cherry Road between Ivy Lane and Tyne Drive.
According to traffic officials, an intermittent lane closure is in place along that stretch of roadway as a result of construction activity. The closure is expected to be lifted by 5 p.m.
Motorists are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider using an alternate route to avoid potential delays in the area.
Deadly weather has swept across the Midwest over the past several days, as thunderstorms and tornadoes have struck numerous communities in the region.
At least three people have been killed as a result of the violent storms, which have brought a sharp rise in tornado activity to the area.
The Midwest has seen a significant increase in the number of tornadoes during this stretch of severe weather, raising concerns for residents throughout the affected communities.
PARIS (AP) — Millions of French residents are waking up exhausted after sweltering overnight temperatures, as most of the country faces extreme and exceptional heat conditions.
France’s national weather service, Meteo France, has issued red heat wave alerts for 54 departments, warning that dangerously high temperatures will persist around the clock.
The country lacks widespread air conditioning, and the effects are widespread — schools have been disrupted, train service has been impacted, and sporting events have been affected. Authorities have also reported roughly 20 drowning deaths since the weekend.
Meteo France described the situation bluntly: “Sunshine continues to dominate across France, maintaining oppressive and exhausting heat throughout the country.” The agency expects extreme conditions to continue at least through the end of the week, with afternoon highs topping 40 degrees Celsius — that’s 104 degrees Fahrenheit — in many locations.
The weather service also warned that more records could fall. “Further record-breaking temperatures are expected, including some that could surpass all previous records, regardless of the time of year,” Meteo France said.
The current heat wave is notable for arriving so early in the summer season, though forecasters describe its duration as “still uncertain.” Comparisons are already being drawn to the devastating August 2003 heat wave, when extreme temperatures — the highest in more than 50 years — led to an estimated 15,000 deaths, many of them elderly individuals living in apartments and care facilities without air conditioning. France created its heat watch warning system in the aftermath of that tragedy.
Scientists point to human-caused climate change as a driving factor behind increasingly severe heat events. The United Nations climate agency projects that the next five years will see even more heat records broken worldwide.
Europe is warming faster than any other continent, with temperatures rising at twice the global average rate since the 1980s, according to the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service. That same agency found that 2024 was the hottest year ever recorded in Europe and globally, and the continent experienced its second-highest number of “heat stress” days on record.
The World Health Organization’s Europe office reported this month that more than 200,000 people across Europe died from heat-related causes over the past four years — and that most of those deaths could have been prevented. Extreme heat can lead to heat exhaustion and potentially fatal heat stroke.
Climate researchers warn that rising temperatures are making heat waves and drought conditions more frequent and more severe, particularly in southeastern Europe, increasing the risk of both health emergencies and wildfires.
A 23-year-old man has been formally charged with seven felony counts, including First Degree Murder, in connection with a Wilmington shooting that claimed one life and left a second victim in critical condition, according to an announcement made Monday by Attorney General Kathy Jennings.
John Wallace-Bey was handed down the indictment Monday, facing the following charges: Murder in the First Degree, Attempted Murder in the First Degree, Reckless Endangering in the First Degree, Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon, and three separate counts of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony.
The shooting took place on the evening of June, according to the announcement from the Delaware Department of Justice. Attorney General Jennings confirmed the charges as prosecutors moved forward with the case against Wallace-Bey.
The National Weather Service office out of Mount Holly, New Jersey issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning on the evening of June 22, beginning at 9:08 PM EDT and remaining in effect until 9:30 PM EDT.
Residents in the affected area were urged to take precautions during the warning period. Severe thunderstorms can bring dangerous lightning, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall in a short period of time.
People are advised to move indoors, stay away from windows, and avoid using electrical equipment during a severe thunderstorm. If outdoors, seek sturdy shelter immediately and avoid open areas, tall trees, and bodies of water.
Stay tuned to TV Delmarva and monitor official National Weather Service updates for the latest information on storm conditions in your area.
The National Weather Service office out of Mount Holly, New Jersey has put a Severe Thunderstorm Warning into effect, issued at 8:46 PM EDT on June 22 and running through 9:30 PM EDT the same evening.
Residents in the affected area are urged to move indoors immediately, stay away from windows, and avoid any unnecessary travel until the warning expires. Severe thunderstorms can bring dangerous lightning, damaging winds, and large hail.
Stay tuned to TV Delmarva for any updates as this warning remains in effect.
The National Weather Service office in Mount Holly, New Jersey issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning on June 22 at 8:34 PM EDT, set to remain in effect until 9:30 PM EDT that same evening.
Residents in the affected areas are urged to take cover immediately and remain indoors until the warning has expired. Severe thunderstorms can bring dangerous lightning, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall in a short period of time.
Stay tuned to TV Delmarva for the latest updates as this weather situation develops.
The National Weather Service office in Mount Holly, New Jersey has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch that went into effect at 8:13 PM EDT on June 22 and remains active until 10:00 PM EDT the same evening.
Residents are urged to stay weather-aware during this period. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms in and around the watch area. Damaging winds, large hail, and heavy rainfall are all possible with any storms that develop.
If a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is issued for your area, move indoors immediately and stay away from windows. Avoid using electrical equipment and unplug sensitive electronics if possible.
TV Delmarva will continue to monitor this situation and provide updates as conditions develop. Check back for the latest weather information from our team.
The National Weather Service out of Mount Holly, New Jersey issued a Tornado Warning on the evening of June 22, effective from 8:23 PM EDT through 8:45 PM EDT.
Residents in the areas covered by the warning were advised to take shelter immediately and stay away from windows. A Tornado Warning means that a tornado has either been spotted or indicated by weather radar, making the threat immediate and serious.
People in the warned area were encouraged to move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and to avoid mobile homes or vehicles during the warning period.
The National Weather Service out of Mount Holly, New Jersey issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning on the evening of June 22, beginning at 8:06 PM EDT and set to expire at 8:45 PM EDT.
The warning was issued as part of an official weather alert through the NWS alert system. Residents in the warned area were advised to seek shelter immediately, stay away from windows, and monitor local weather updates for the latest information.
Severe thunderstorm warnings are issued when weather conditions are capable of producing damaging winds of 58 miles per hour or greater, or hail measuring at least one inch in diameter. Anyone outdoors during the warning period should move indoors to a sturdy structure without delay.
TV Delmarva will continue to monitor this and any additional weather alerts as conditions develop. Stay with us for the latest updates.
The National Weather Service office in Mount Holly, New Jersey issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning on the evening of June 22, beginning at 8:02 PM EDT and remaining in effect until 8:30 PM EDT.
Residents in the areas covered by the warning were advised to seek shelter immediately and remain indoors until the warning expired. Severe thunderstorms can bring dangerous lightning, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall in a short period of time.
The public was encouraged to stay away from windows, avoid using electrical appliances, and refrain from outdoor activities for the duration of the warning. Anyone caught outside was urged to move to a sturdy building or vehicle as quickly as possible.
Viewers are reminded to monitor local forecasts and official weather alerts for the latest information as conditions can change rapidly during severe weather events.
A lane shift is currently in place on Rogers Road between New Castle Avenue and South Heald Street as a result of construction activity in the area.
The lane configuration change is expected to remain in effect until 4 p.m. Drivers passing through that stretch of road should slow down and be prepared for altered traffic patterns.
Motorists are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider alternate routes if possible to avoid delays.
The National Weather Service office in Mount Holly, New Jersey issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning on the evening of June 22, beginning at 7:49 PM EDT and remaining in effect until 8:30 PM EDT.
Residents in areas covered by the warning are urged to seek shelter immediately and remain indoors until the warning has expired. Severe thunderstorms can bring dangerous lightning, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall.
No additional details regarding the specific counties or communities included in the warning were provided in the alert. Residents should monitor local weather updates and follow guidance from the National Weather Service for the latest information.
Westbound travelers on Harrington Highway, also known as Route 14, in the Milford area are facing a right shoulder closure between Canterbury Road and Church Hill Road.
The closure is the result of construction work in the area and is expected to remain in effect until 5 p.m.
Drivers are encouraged to remain alert and use caution when passing through the affected stretch of roadway.
Motorists in the area should be aware that Navaho Court, between East Seneca Drive and the cul de sac, is experiencing intermittent lane closures due to construction activity.
The lane restrictions are expected to remain in place until 5:00 PM. Drivers are advised to plan accordingly and allow extra travel time or seek alternate routes if possible.
The New Castle County Division of Police has activated a Gold Alert in the search for a missing Wilmington man identified as 22-year-old Joseph Iubatti.
Joseph was last seen on Monday, June 22, 2026, at approximately 3:30 in the afternoon near the unit block of Solitude Way at the Walden Townhouses in Wilmington.
Authorities say that despite significant efforts to find him, officers have so far been unable to locate Joseph or establish any contact with him.
If you have any information about Joseph Iubatti’s whereabouts, please contact the New Castle County Division of Police immediately.
All westbound lanes on US 40 at Glasgow Avenue are currently closed following a crash, according to traffic officials.
Motorists traveling westbound in the area should anticipate significant delays and are advised to use alternate routes until the roadway is cleared.
No additional information regarding the crash has been made available at this time. Drivers are urged to stay alert and monitor traffic updates as the situation develops.
Drivers heading northbound on I-95 between mile marker 12 and Wilmington should expect some activity along the shoulder of the road.
A trash removal crew is working in that stretch and is expected to remain on the shoulder until 4 p.m.
Motorists are urged to slow down and stay alert when passing through the area, as workers may be near the travel lanes.
Motorists heading through the Newport Gap Pike and James Street corridor should plan for some slowdowns this afternoon.
A right lane closure is currently in place along Newport Gap Pike and James Street, between Boxwood Road and Liberty Road, due to ongoing construction activity in the area.
The lane restriction is expected to remain in effect until 3 p.m. Drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider an alternate route until the closure is lifted.
A crash on northbound Interstate 495 has forced the closure of two left lanes near the New Castle Avenue overpass, according to Delaware Department of Transportation officials.
Motorists traveling through that corridor should anticipate slowdowns and consider using an alternate route until the lanes are reopened. No additional details about the crash have been released at this time.
TV Delmarva will provide updates as more information becomes available.
June 22, 2026
A potentially dangerous and prolonged heat wave could impact millions of Americans heading into the start of July, according to the latest outlook from the National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center (CPC).
A strong area of high pressure centered over the southeastern United States is expected to strengthen and expand northward and westward between June 30 and July 6, increasing the likelihood of extreme heat across much of the Central, Southern, and Eastern United States.
The greatest concern exists across portions of the Mid-Atlantic, where a High Risk (greater than 60% chance) of extreme heat has been highlighted from June 30 through July 2. Areas including the Washington, D.C. metropolitan region could experience afternoon temperatures climbing into the mid-90s, while heat index values may soar above 105 degrees.
A broader Moderate Risk (40-60% chance) area extends across much of the Mid-Atlantic and parts of the southern Plains. Major cities such as Philadelphia and Charlotte could experience several consecutive days of oppressive heat and humidity. Across western Oklahoma and the Texas Panhandle, temperatures may approach 100 degrees, with heat index values nearing 105 degrees.
Meanwhile, a Slight Risk (20-40% chance) for extreme heat covers a large portion of the eastern United States and parts of the Great Plains through July 6. Many locations within this area could see temperatures exceed 90 degrees, with heat index values reaching 100 degrees or higher.
In addition to the daytime heat, forecasters are increasingly concerned about warm overnight temperatures. Nighttime lows may remain in the upper 70s to lower 80s, limiting the body’s ability to recover from the daytime heat and increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses.
The CPC notes that high humidity levels combined with persistent heat can create dangerous conditions, particularly for vulnerable populations, outdoor workers, and those without reliable air conditioning.
Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest parts of the day, wear lightweight clothing, and seek air-conditioned environments whenever possible.
While forecast details may continue to evolve over the coming days, confidence is growing that a significant heat event will affect much of the eastern half of the nation as July begins. Communities across the Mid-Atlantic should closely monitor future forecasts and prepare for the possibility of several days of dangerous heat and humidity.
Westbound Concord Road, also known as Route 20, is currently closed to traffic between Josephs Road and Fleetwood Pond Road.
The closure is the result of ongoing construction work in the area. Crews are expected to have the road back open by 7 p.m.
Motorists traveling in the area are advised to seek alternate routes and allow extra time to reach their destinations until the roadway reopens.
Westbound Concord Road, also known as Route 20, is currently closed to traffic between Josephs Road and Fleetwood Pond Road as a result of ongoing construction work.
The closure is expected to remain in place until 7:00 PM. Motorists traveling in the area are advised to allow extra time and seek alternate routes to avoid delays.
No additional details regarding the nature of the construction have been provided at this time. Drivers are encouraged to stay alert for signage in the area and follow any instructions from crews on the ground.
A right lane closure is in effect for southbound Pennsylvania Avenue between Alders Lane and Green Hill Avenue, according to traffic officials.
The lane restriction is expected to remain in place until 5 p.m. Drivers in the area are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider alternate routes to avoid potential delays.
No additional details regarding the cause of the closure were provided. Motorists should remain alert and follow any posted signs or traffic control instructions in the work zone.
Drivers heading westbound on Commerce Street should be aware of a right lane closure currently in effect between Brown Street and Elizabeth Avenue.
The lane restriction is the result of construction activity in the area and is scheduled to remain in place until 5 PM.
Motorists traveling through the affected stretch are advised to use caution and allow extra travel time. Alternate routes may help avoid potential delays in the construction zone.
