CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — A gunman wielding an assault-style weapon opened fire on vehicles traveling along a busy Cambridge highway Monday afternoon, injuring two people before being shot by a Massachusetts state trooper and a civilian who intervened to stop the rampage.
Tyler Brown, 46, of Boston, discharged more than 60 rounds while walking along the roadway near the Charles River, striking at least a dozen vehicles including a police cruiser. Terrified drivers fled their cars or took cover underneath them as bullets flew, according to law enforcement officials.
The violence unfolded on a major thoroughfare in Cambridge, the city that houses Harvard University and MIT. The area typically sees heavy foot traffic from walkers, runners and bicyclists using nearby paths and sidewalks.
Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan praised the actions of both the trooper and the former Marine during a Monday evening press briefing, saying they moved toward danger rather than away from it.
“While people were jumping from their cars, scattering in various directions … both that trooper and that civilian, rather than going in one direction, went toward the suspect with their weapons to try to end that situation,” Ryan stated.
Brown sustained multiple gunshot wounds to his arms and legs and is anticipated to face charges that include two counts of armed assault with intent to murder along with additional firearms violations.
“What happened today cannot stand,” the district attorney declared.
Investigators have found no link between Brown and his victims, Ryan noted. She also reiterated her position calling for stronger penalties against individuals who discharge weapons with disregard for public safety.
Brown remained hospitalized Tuesday and was unable to appear in Cambridge District Court for his arraignment. The Committee for Public Counsel Services will represent him, though the agency has not yet responded to requests for comment.
Attempts to reach Brown and potential family members were unsuccessful Tuesday.
Federal authorities announced criminal charges Tuesday against the company that operated the container ship responsible for bringing down Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, along with one of the vessel’s key personnel.
Prosecutors have indicted Singapore-based Synergy Marine Pte Ltd. and its Chennai, India subsidiary Synergy Maritime Pte Ltd., as well as 47-year-old Radhakrishnan Karthik Nair, an Indian citizen who served as the Dali’s technical superintendent.
The massive container vessel struck the bridge on March 26, 2024, resulting in the deaths of six road crew members who were repairing potholes at the time.
“The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge was a preventable tragedy of enormous consequence,” said Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
The defendants face multiple federal charges including conspiracy, deliberately withholding information about dangerous conditions from the U.S. Coast Guard, interfering with government proceedings, and providing false information to authorities.
Federal investigators examined the ship’s operations and whether crew members were aware of serious mechanical problems before departing Baltimore’s port.
Safety officials determined that two separate power failures – one from a disconnected electrical wire on the Dali and another from fuel pump malfunctions – knocked out the massive cargo vessel’s control systems prior to the collision.
The ship had been heading to Sri Lanka when the electrical failures caused it to lose steering capability. The vessel slammed into one of the bridge’s support pillars around 1:30 a.m.
Maryland authorities project that rebuilding the span will require between $4.3 billion and $5.2 billion, with the new bridge scheduled to open for traffic by late 2030.
However, state officials say the disaster’s total impact extends far beyond reconstruction costs. The collapse shut down Port of Baltimore operations, disrupted thousands of jobs, forced traffic through already overburdened neighborhoods, and created economic ripple effects across Maryland.
These criminal charges follow a preliminary legal agreement reached in April between Maryland, Synergy Marine, and Grace Ocean Private Limited, the Singapore company that owns the vessel, as announced by Attorney General Anthony Brown.
The civil lawsuit claimed the crash resulted from careless operations, poor management, and reckless handling of an unseaworthy ship that should have remained docked. The case includes claims from families of the six deceased workers, cargo owners, and local jurisdictions seeking compensation for financial damages. Settlement terms remain confidential and parts of the litigation continue.
Maryland pursued compensation for government agencies covering bridge reconstruction, environmental damage to the Patapsco River, lost state income, and economic harm to Maryland citizens.
The civil agreement does not address any potential claims against shipbuilder Hyundai, according to the attorney general’s office.
The bridge served as a crucial Baltimore icon and transportation link that enabled motorists to avoid traveling through the city center. The original 1.6-mile steel structure required five years of construction before opening in 1977.
Federal prosecutors announced Tuesday that a grand jury has brought criminal charges against two international shipping companies and a technical supervisor in connection with last year’s devastating cargo ship crash that toppled Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge.
The March 2024 disaster occurred when the 984-foot vessel Dali experienced multiple power failures while departing Baltimore’s port, ultimately striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge and killing six construction workers. Federal authorities estimate the incident resulted in more than $5 billion in damages plus substantial environmental harm.
Facing charges are Singapore-based Synergy Marine Pte Ltd, Chennai-based Synergy Maritime Pte Ltd, and Radhakrishnan Karthik Nair, a 47-year-old Indian citizen who served as technical superintendent for the Dali at both companies. Authorities believe Nair is currently located in India.
The defendants face multiple federal charges including conspiracy to defraud the United States, conspiracy resulting in the deaths of six bridge workers, deliberately withholding information about dangerous vessel conditions from the Coast Guard, interfering with a federal investigation, and making false statements.
Additionally, prosecutors charged the companies and Nair with submitting fraudulent statements and documentation to the National Transportation Safety Board during their investigation.
The two Synergy companies also face environmental violations under the Clean Water Act, Oil Pollution Act, and Refuse Act for releasing contaminants into the Patapsco River.
Federal investigators determined that a loose electrical wire triggered a circuit breaker malfunction, setting off a chain reaction that caused the ship to lose power twice within four minutes as it departed Baltimore’s harbor, resulting in the loss of both propulsion and steering capabilities.
According to the federal indictment, the defendants improperly relied on a flushing pump to deliver fuel to two of the Dali’s four power generators. However, this flushing pump lacked automatic restart capability following electrical failures, leaving the generators without fuel during the blackouts.
Prosecutors contend that had the vessel been equipped with appropriate fuel supply pumps, the Dali would have restored power quickly enough to safely pass beneath the bridge without incident.
A traffic accident has resulted in several lane closures on Marsh Road at its intersection with Naamans Road, according to Delaware Department of Transportation officials.
The crash has blocked multiple lanes of traffic, creating potential delays for commuters and travelers in the area. DelDOT is actively monitoring the situation and working to clear the roadway.
Motorists are advised to use alternate routes if possible or expect significant delays when traveling through this intersection. The duration of the lane closures has not yet been determined as crews work to address the incident.
This is a developing traffic situation and updates will be provided as more information becomes available from transportation officials.
Motorists traveling on Interstate 95 southbound should be aware of ongoing cleanup operations along the roadway today. Delaware Department of Transportation crews are conducting litter removal activities on the shoulder between the Maryland border and the Newark Toll Plaza.
The shoulder work is expected to wrap up by 4 PM this afternoon. Drivers are advised to use caution when passing through the area and to be mindful of workers operating near the travel lanes.
The cleanup effort is part of routine maintenance operations to keep Delaware’s major highways clear of debris and litter.
The search for Nasir Leonard has come to a successful conclusion after he was found safe, prompting officials to call off the Gold Alert that had been issued for him.
The Gold Alert system is typically activated when vulnerable adults go missing and may be in danger. With Leonard now located, authorities have discontinued the alert.
No additional details about the circumstances of his disappearance or recovery have been released at this time.
Motorists traveling on Pennsylvania Avenue are experiencing traffic delays today due to ongoing construction activities that have forced the closure of left lanes in both directions.
The lane restrictions affect northbound and southbound traffic on Pennsylvania Avenue in the stretch between Delaware Avenue and Bret Lane, according to DelDOT officials.
Construction crews are expected to complete their work and reopen all lanes by 7:00 PM this evening. Drivers are advised to plan for extra travel time and consider alternate routes if possible during the closure period.
Delaware Department of Transportation crews are conducting construction work that has resulted in a shoulder closure on Interstate 495 northbound at the New Castle Avenue overpass.
The affected area is where I-495 north passes over State Route 9, also known as New Castle Avenue. DelDOT reports the shoulder will remain closed for construction activities until 4 PM today.
Motorists traveling through the area should expect potential delays and are advised to use caution when passing through the work zone.
Motorists traveling south on Route 13 (North DuPont Highway) are experiencing traffic delays due to construction work near Hessler Boulevard.
Delaware Department of Transportation officials report that the right lane is currently blocked for ongoing construction activities. The lane closure is scheduled to remain in effect until 3:00 PM today.
Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time and use caution when passing through the work zone. Traffic is being directed around the construction area using the remaining available lanes.
Delaware Department of Transportation officials are alerting drivers to expect delays on Nassau Road this afternoon due to construction activity.
The right lane of Nassau Road traveling southbound is currently blocked between New Road and Coastal Highway (State Route 1) northbound while crews perform construction work in the area.
According to DelDOT, the lane restriction will continue through 6 PM today. Motorists are advised to use caution when traveling through the work zone and consider alternate routes if possible to avoid potential traffic backups.
Delaware Department of Transportation officials are alerting drivers to a temporary shoulder closure on Meadowbrook Lane that will impact traffic through this evening.
The northbound shoulder of Meadowbrook Lane is currently closed between Old Shawnee Road and Evergreen Lane (Route 618) as crews conduct construction activities in the area.
According to DelDOT, the shoulder closure is expected to remain in effect until 6:00 PM today. Motorists traveling through the area should exercise caution and be prepared for potential delays as traffic may be restricted to fewer lanes during the construction period.
Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes if possible or allow extra travel time when passing through the construction zone.
Motorists traveling on Meadowbrook Lane northbound should be aware of construction-related lane restrictions in effect today.
DelDOT reports that the shoulder is currently closed along the northbound direction of Meadowbrook Lane between Old Shawnee Road and Evergreen Lane, also known as Route 618.
The shoulder closure is the result of ongoing construction work in the area and is expected to remain in place until 6 PM today.
Drivers are advised to use caution when traveling through the work zone and allow extra time for their commute.
New Castle County police have taken a suspect into custody in connection with a shooting incident that took place at a Newark apartment complex earlier this year.
Law enforcement officers were dispatched to the Village of Barrets Run Apartments on North Barrett Lane during the early morning hours of March 15, 2026, following reports of gunfire in the area. The call came in around 4:03 a.m., prompting a response to the 700 block of the residential complex.
When police arrived at the scene, they made contact with two victims – one adult and one juvenile – who reported the shooting incident to investigators.
The New Castle County Division of Police has not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding the arrest or the identity of the suspect at this time.
Motorists traveling through the Lewis area should plan for potential delays on Janice Road this afternoon due to ongoing construction activity.
DelDOT reports that one lane of southbound Janice Road is currently closed to traffic in the stretch between Nassau Commons Boulevard and Siham Road. The lane restriction is in effect to accommodate construction crews working in the area.
The closure is expected to remain active until 5 PM today. Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time and consider alternate routes if possible to avoid potential backups in the construction zone.
Traffic information and updates on road conditions throughout Delaware are available through DelDOT’s traffic monitoring system.
Drivers using northbound Route 113 in the Bridgeville area are dealing with lane restrictions today as construction work forces the closure of the right shoulder.
The Delaware Department of Transportation reports that the right shoulder on DuPont Boulevard northbound is currently shut down between West North Street and Bridgeville Road (State Route 18) while crews complete construction activities.
The shoulder closure is expected to remain in effect until 4 PM today. Motorists are advised to use caution when traveling through the work zone and to expect possible delays during the afternoon commute.
Motorists traveling through a section of Blackbird Station Road are experiencing periodic lane restrictions today as construction crews continue their work in the area.
The Delaware Department of Transportation reports that drivers should anticipate intermittent lane closures along Blackbird Station Road in the stretch between Cart Road and Mill Lane. These temporary restrictions are expected to remain in effect until 5 p.m. this evening.
Commuters and residents are advised to allow extra travel time when using this route and to exercise caution when approaching the construction zone. Drivers should be prepared for possible delays and consider alternate routes if available.
Motorists traveling on northbound Interstate 95 are experiencing delays this morning following a vehicle accident near the Chapman Road overpass.
According to the Delaware Department of Transportation, the crash has resulted in the closure of both the left shoulder and left merge lane in the northbound direction. Traffic officials have not yet provided an estimated time for when the affected lanes will reopen.
Drivers are advised to expect delays in the area and consider alternate routes if possible while emergency crews and transportation workers clear the scene.
No information has been released regarding injuries or the number of vehicles involved in the incident.
Delaware Department of Transportation crews are working in the median strip of northbound Route 13, causing traffic delays for drivers in the area.
The mowing operations are taking place along the stretch of highway between Martin Luther King Boulevard and West Denneys Road. DelDOT says the maintenance work is scheduled to continue until 1 p.m. today.
Motorists traveling through the area should expect slower-moving traffic and plan for additional travel time while the crews complete their work.
Motorists traveling through the intersection of US 40 and Church Road should expect periodic lane restrictions as construction work continues in the area.
According to DelDOT, drivers will encounter intermittent lane closures at this intersection, with the construction activity scheduled to wrap up by 6 AM.
Officials advise drivers to allow extra travel time and exercise caution when passing through the work zone.
Rural communities across the United States may soon lose their only air transportation links as a key federal subsidy program faces significant budget reductions.
The Essential Air Service program, which provides financial support to airlines serving smaller markets, could see its funding slashed by as much as half under proposed budget changes. This federal initiative helps maintain flight connections between remote areas and major cities where driving might take several hours.
Without these subsidies, many airlines would likely abandon routes to smaller airports due to low passenger volumes and high operational costs. The potential cuts would force residents in affected areas to rely solely on ground transportation, turning quick 20-minute flights into lengthy multi-hour drives.
Communities that depend on these federally-supported flights could find themselves completely isolated from commercial aviation networks, impacting everything from business travel to medical emergencies that require rapid transportation to urban centers.
Delaware State University recently conducted its annual Pass and Review Ceremony for 2026, celebrating the values of military service, personal sacrifice, and academic excellence that define the institution’s mission.
The ceremonial event serves as a cornerstone tradition at the Dover-based university, bringing together the campus community to recognize and pay tribute to the dedication shown by students, faculty, and community members in various aspects of service and scholarship.
This yearly gathering represents Delaware State University’s ongoing commitment to acknowledging the importance of both military service and educational achievement within the broader framework of community engagement and personal development.
Drivers using southbound DuPont Boulevard should expect delays as construction crews continue work that has closed the left lane in a busy stretch of the roadway.
According to DelDOT, the lane closure affects southbound US Route 113 between Shawnee Road and Fitzgeralds Road. The restriction will remain in place until 6 a.m.
Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and merge safely when approaching the work zone. Traffic is being maintained in the right lane during the construction period.
Delaware Department of Transportation crews are conducting construction work that has forced the closure of the right lane and shoulder on southbound Silicato Parkway.
The lane restrictions are in effect along the stretch of roadway between Northeast 10th Street and South Silicato Parkway. DelDOT officials say the closures will remain in place until 5 a.m.
Drivers traveling through the area should plan for potential delays and consider alternate routes if possible. Traffic is being directed into the remaining open lanes during the construction period.
Delaware motorists should expect traffic delays on a busy stretch of US Route 13 due to ongoing construction activities.
The Delaware Department of Transportation reports that intermittent lane restrictions are affecting both northbound and southbound traffic between Bayview Road and Hyetts Corner Road. The construction-related closures are scheduled to conclude by 5:30 AM.
Drivers traveling through this corridor should plan for potential delays and consider alternate routes if possible during the construction period.
Drivers traveling on Route 13 should expect delays near Federal School Lane due to ongoing construction work affecting traffic flow in both directions.
According to DelDOT, the northbound right lane is currently blocked to traffic, along with the southbound left turn lane at the Federal School Lane intersection.
The lane restrictions will remain in place until 6 AM, when normal traffic patterns are expected to resume.
Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and use caution when navigating through the construction zone.
Motorists traveling on Route 13 should expect delays due to ongoing construction work that has closed left lanes in both directions of the major highway.
The Delaware Department of Transportation reports that left lane closures are currently in effect on both the northbound and southbound sides of South DuPont Highway (US Route 13). The affected stretch runs from Voshells Mill Star Hill Road to Shamrock Avenue.
Officials indicate the lane restrictions will remain in place until 6:00 AM as crews continue their construction activities. Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time and exercise caution when passing through the work zone.
Motorists traveling through the intersection of South DuPont Highway (Route 13) and East Camden Wyoming Avenue (Route 10) will need to find alternate routes for left turns due to ongoing construction activities.
The Delaware Department of Transportation reports that left turn lanes at this busy intersection are temporarily closed while crews complete necessary roadwork. The lane closures are expected to remain in place until 6:00 AM.
Drivers should plan for possible delays and consider alternative routes if their travel plans require left turns at this location. DelDOT advises motorists to exercise caution when navigating through the construction zone.
Motorists traveling southbound on Bay Road in New Castle should expect lane restrictions due to construction activity affecting the right shoulder of the roadway.
The Delaware Department of Transportation reports that the right shoulder closure is currently in place along southbound Route 1 (Bay Road) in the area stretching from NE 10th Street to NE Front Street.
Construction crews are working in the area, prompting officials to block access to the right shoulder for safety purposes. The restriction is expected to remain active until 5 AM.
Drivers are advised to use caution when traveling through the work zone and to expect possible delays during the construction period.
Morning commuters traveling through New Castle County should expect delays on southbound Route 72 due to ongoing construction work.
The Delaware Department of Transportation reports that the left lane is currently blocked between Bellevue Road and Brookhill Drive as crews continue their work. The lane closure is scheduled to remain in place until 6 AM.
Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time and use caution when passing through the construction zone. Traffic may be backed up during peak morning hours as vehicles merge into the remaining open lanes.
Drivers traveling northbound on Route 72 should expect delays this evening as construction crews have shut down the right lane between Brookhill Drive and Bellevue Road.
The Delaware Department of Transportation reports the lane closure will remain active until 6 a.m., affecting the morning commute for area residents.
Motorists are advised to use caution when approaching the work zone and allow extra travel time. Traffic is being directed into the remaining open lanes during the construction period.
Railway crossings have returned to normal operations after a temporary disruption caused by a halted locomotive.
The stationary train has resumed movement, allowing vehicle traffic to flow normally through all previously affected intersections. Officials indicate no additional information will be provided regarding this incident.
Delaware Department of Transportation officials report that the left lane of southbound Interstate 95 is currently blocked due to a vehicle accident near the Salem Church Road area.
The crash has created traffic restrictions for drivers heading south on the major highway corridor. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and allow extra travel time when passing through this section of I-95.
DelDOT has not yet provided details about the severity of the accident or an estimated time for when the lane will reopen to normal traffic flow.
Texas officials are ramping up enforcement efforts to address a significant increase in organized criminal operations targeting the state’s oil industry. Law enforcement agencies report that thieves have stolen crude oil worth an estimated one billion dollars across Texas.
The theft operations have become increasingly sophisticated and pose growing safety concerns for workers and communities near drilling sites. State authorities are implementing new strategies to combat these criminal networks that are targeting valuable petroleum resources.
An increasing number of homeless individuals in New York City are facing court proceedings following arrests for transit violations in recent months. Police have been targeting those who occupy multiple seats on public transportation or sleep on station floors as part of an intensified enforcement effort.
The legal actions represent a significant uptick in prosecutions related to subway sleeping policies, with more homeless New Yorkers being processed through the court system for these transit-related infractions.
A stationary train is currently obstructing vehicle passage at two major Newark street intersections, causing significant traffic disruptions in the area.
The blocked crossings are located at North College Avenue and at the West Main Street/New London Road intersection. Railroad officials have been contacted about the situation.
Motorists should anticipate increased traffic congestion and are encouraged to use alternative routes while the train remains in position. Drivers are also warned against attempting to cross between rail cars.
Two Miami-Dade police sergeants have taken legal action against the production company owned by Hollywood stars Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, alleging their Netflix action film incorporated excessive real-world elements that damaged the officers’ standing both personally and professionally.
Sergeants Jason Smith and Jonathan Santana filed their defamation case in Miami’s federal courthouse this month, targeting Artists Equity, the film production business operated by the Academy Award-winning actors. While the court documents don’t specify a monetary amount being sought, the civil action requests compensatory and punitive damages, legal costs, and demands a public correction and retraction.
The Netflix thriller depicts Affleck and Damon portraying South Florida law enforcement officers who discover millions in cash during a house search. The movie draws inspiration from an actual 2016 incident where authorities uncovered more than $21 million connected to suspected marijuana trafficking operations at a Miami Lakes residence.
When contacted by The Associated Press on Monday, legal representation for Artists Equity refused to provide comment. However, in a March 19 letter responding to the officers’ initial demands, company attorney Leita Walker stated the movie doesn’t claim to represent the true events of that case or depict actual individuals, pointing to a disclaimer included in the film’s credits.
While the movie doesn’t specifically identify Smith and Santana by name, their lawsuit contends that Santana served as the primary detective handling the actual investigation, while Smith supervised the detective team. According to their legal filing, the movie’s use of authentic case details creates the false impression that the fictional characters represent the two plaintiffs.
The lawsuit argues this portrayal has led acquaintances, relatives, and professional colleagues to believe the officers engaged in the serious criminal behavior depicted on screen, including conspiring to steal confiscated drug proceeds, killing a supervising officer, coordinating with cartel operatives, setting fires in residential areas, putting civilians at risk, repeatedly breaking fundamental law enforcement procedures, and killing a federal agent instead of making an arrest.
In her March correspondence, Walker argued the plaintiffs failed to specify which movie character supposedly represents either Smith or Santana, meaning that even if the film actually portrayed a real narcotics unit, no connection could be established between any characters and the officers bringing the lawsuit.
Joe Carnahan directed the Netflix film, which launched in January and currently holds a 78% Fresh rating on the Rotten Tomatoes review aggregation website.
FLINT, Mich. — A Michigan man received a minimum 30-year prison sentence Monday for fatally striking his best friend with his car just hours after getting married following a dispute involving alcohol.
“The only thing I can do for the rest of my life is express my apology and remorse. … I will forever be sorry,” James Shirah told the Genesee County court.
The 24-year-old was behind the wheel when his car hit Terry Taylor Jr. in Flint, located roughly one hour northwest of Detroit, on August 30, 2024. Shirah had wed Savanah Collier earlier that same day, and the wedding party had gathered at a residence for the celebration.
Defense lawyers claimed the fatal collision was accidental. However, prosecutors maintained that Shirah had departed the scene initially and had opportunity to consider his actions before coming back and hitting Taylor, according to MLive.com.
“Mr. Shirah, I believe that you are not a criminal. You are, however, a killer,” stated Judge Khary Hanible during sentencing.
Back in April, Shirah entered a no contest plea to second-degree murder charges along with additional offenses. He becomes eligible for parole consideration after serving three decades.
“I hope that they throw the book at you,” Eren Taylor, the victim’s cousin, told Shirah prior to the judge announcing the sentence.
Shirah’s bride faces her own sentencing hearing scheduled for later in May on charges of serving as an accessory.
Drivers using southbound Interstate 95 should expect delays this morning as construction crews have closed the left lane between the Delaware Welcome Center and the Newark Toll Plaza.
The Delaware Department of Transportation reports the lane restriction will continue until 7:00 AM today. Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and exercise caution when passing through the construction zone.
Traffic is being funneled into the remaining open lanes as work crews complete their overnight construction activities along this busy stretch of the interstate.
Delaware State University recently welcomed new students into two prestigious academic honor societies, celebrating outstanding scholastic achievement on campus.
The induction ceremonies highlighted the academic excellence demonstrated by DSU students who have met the rigorous standards required for membership in these distinguished organizations.
Honor society membership represents a significant academic milestone for students, recognizing their dedication to scholarly pursuits and maintaining high grade point averages throughout their university studies.
The new inductees join a network of accomplished students who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to their educational goals at Delaware State University.
Drivers using Route 52 are encountering traffic delays today due to ongoing lane restrictions affecting both northbound and southbound travel.
The right lanes are currently closed in both directions along the Kennett Pike/Pennsylvania Avenue corridor between Brecks Lane and Delaware Avenue. DelDOT officials indicate these lane closures will remain in effect until 7 PM this evening.
Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and consider alternate routes if possible to avoid potential congestion in the affected area.
Motorists traveling through the Greenville area should plan for potential delays today as the Delaware Department of Transportation has implemented lane restrictions on a busy stretch of Kennett Pike.
DelDOT reports that the right lane on Route 52 (Kennett Pike) is currently closed in both the northbound and southbound directions. The closure affects the section of roadway between Brecks Lane and Delaware Avenue.
The lane restrictions are scheduled to remain in place until 7 PM this evening. Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time and exercise caution when passing through the work zone.
No additional details about the reason for the closure were immediately available from DelDOT.
A 17-year-old suspect wanted in connection with a shooting that wounded five people near the University of Iowa campus has been taken into custody by federal authorities in Georgia, Iowa City officials announced Monday.
Damarian M. Jones of Cedar Rapids was apprehended by U.S. marshals in the Atlanta area and is now facing serious criminal charges including five counts of attempted murder and five counts of assault. The teenager is currently being held at Clayton County Jail in Georgia while awaiting an extradition hearing to return him to Iowa.
Authorities have not disclosed the specific details of how Jones was located and arrested, including the exact location of his capture or whether he offered any resistance during the arrest. It remains unclear at this time if Jones has secured legal representation.
Johnson County Attorney Rachel Zimmerman Smith, who would handle the prosecution if Jones is returned to Iowa, stated she had no additional information about the arrest circumstances and was unaware of whether Jones had obtained counsel. Attempts to reach the U.S. Marshals Office in Des Moines and Iowa City Police Department for comment were unsuccessful.
According to law enforcement, Jones was involved in a large altercation that erupted on a pedestrian walkway surrounded by shops, dining establishments, and bars close to the Iowa campus around 2 a.m. on April 19. Investigators allege that during a pause in the fighting, Jones discharged six rounds into the crowd before escaping the scene.
The shooting resulted in severe injuries to multiple victims. One individual sustained a gunshot wound to the head, while another was struck in both the arm and chest. Two additional victims were wounded in their legs, and a fifth person suffered a gunshot to the abdomen. Monday’s announcement indicated that one victim continues to receive hospital treatment, though officials did not identify which victim or provide details about their current medical status.
Motorists traveling on Route 1 southbound should expect delays near the Christiana Road intersection where a vehicle accident has blocked the left lane of traffic.
The Delaware Department of Transportation is reporting the crash at the Route 273 interchange, which has resulted in the closure of one lane while crews work to clear the scene.
Drivers are advised to use caution in the area and allow extra time for their commute while the incident is being addressed.
DOVER — Drivers in Kent County should prepare for a major traffic change beginning Monday, May 18th, as state transportation officials close a busy intersection for construction.
DelDOT will shut down the intersection where Kenton Road meets Chestnut Grove Road, located between Burning Tree Road and Mapledale Road, to begin roundabout installation work.
Construction crews plan to tear out the current intersection completely before building the new circular traffic pattern in its place. The project timeline extends through the end of July, according to transportation officials.
Alternative routes will be marked with detour signs to help motorists navigate around the construction zone during the multi-month closure.
Ocean City, Maryland will host a special ceremony this Memorial Day to pay tribute to military service members who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
The commemorative service is scheduled for Sunday, May 24, 2026, beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the Firefighters Memorial on North Division Street.
The town’s annual tribute provides an opportunity for residents and visitors to gather and remember the brave individuals who gave their lives while serving in the armed forces.
GEORGETOWN – Delaware transportation officials have extended a road closure in Sussex County that will keep drivers off a section of Coverdale Road until mid-June.
The Delaware Department of Transportation has informed drivers that Coverdale Road will remain closed at the bridge location through June 15th. The affected area spans from Hastings Farm Road to Seashore Highway.
DelDOT has established alternate routes for motorists, with detour signs currently posted throughout the area to guide traffic around the closure.
Drivers traveling through the intersection of Doncaster Road and East Edinburgh Road should prepare for potential delays as construction crews continue their work in the area.
According to DelDOT officials, motorists can expect intermittent lane restrictions at this location throughout the day. The construction-related traffic pattern changes are set to conclude by 6 PM this evening.
Commuters are advised to allow extra travel time when passing through this area and to exercise caution around construction workers and equipment.
Officers with the Newark Police Department’s Patrol Division confiscated three weapons during separate vehicle stops over the weekend, spanning a period of less than 33 hours.
The series of traffic stops began early Saturday morning, May 9, 2026, around 4:21 AM and concluded Sunday afternoon, May 10, 2026, at approximately 1:01 PM, according to department officials.
During each of the three separate incidents, patrol officers discovered firearms while conducting routine traffic enforcement operations throughout the city.
The Newark Police Department has not yet released additional details regarding the circumstances of each stop or whether any arrests were made in connection with the weapon recoveries.
LAREDO, Texas — Railroad workers made a grim discovery Sunday when they found six deceased individuals inside a freight train car at a Union Pacific facility near the Mexican border in Laredo, Texas, according to local law enforcement.
The bodies were discovered during a routine inspection of the rail cars, according to Jose Baeza, spokesperson for the Laredo Police Department. The individuals showed no signs of life when they were found, Baeza stated.
Emergency responders and police officers quickly arrived at the rail yard location. Officials verified that six people had died – five males and one female, Baeza informed the media. The identities of the deceased have not been released.
Medical examiners will conduct autopsies to determine how the individuals died, Baeza announced. He did not respond to follow-up inquiries on Monday.
Officials have not disclosed where the freight car had traveled before arriving at the facility.
“Union Pacific is saddened by this incident and is working closely with law enforcement to investigate,” the railroad company stated.
The border city of Laredo serves as a major commercial crossing point between the United States and Mexico and has become a frequent location for human trafficking activities, though investigators have not confirmed whether these fatalities are connected to smuggling operations.
In 2023, two human traffickers received life sentences for orchestrating the deadliest border smuggling tragedy in U.S. history. The convictions stemmed from the deaths of 53 migrants discovered in an overheated truck trailer in Texas during 2022.
Delaware transportation officials have announced upcoming lane restrictions for the Summit Bridge that will affect traffic patterns throughout the summer months.
The Delaware Department of Transportation will implement periodic lane closures on Route 896’s Summit Bridge, which crosses the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal, to conduct essential maintenance work. The project encompasses steel repair work and painting operations on the bridge structure.
Transportation officials estimate the lane restrictions will commence in mid-May and continue intermittently through the summer season as crews complete the necessary bridge improvements. DelDOT plans to suspend the lane closures during holiday weekends and other periods when construction work is not actively taking place.
Motorists traveling through the area should expect potential delays and are advised to plan alternate routes when possible during active construction periods.
SALISBURY, Md. — City officials in Salisbury have announced plans to shut down a portion of Queen Avenue on Thursday as crews work to upgrade the municipal water distribution network.
The closure is set for May 14, 2026, running from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., weather and conditions permitting.
Construction crews will block the stretch of Queen Avenue between Sassafras Drive and West Road. Both directions of travel will be impacted during the project, with workers implementing alternating single-lane traffic during peak afternoon school bus hours.
City officials say alternative routes will be established with appropriate signage to guide drivers around the construction zone. Flagging crews will be stationed at the work site to manage traffic flow.
Officials are asking drivers to allow extra travel time, anticipate potential delays, and exercise caution when navigating through the construction area.
City representatives expressed gratitude for residents’ understanding and patience as teams work to enhance essential infrastructure systems across Salisbury.
Rehoboth Beach officials have selected Nico Caceres as the new leader of the city’s Beach Patrol, promoting someone who has dedicated nearly his entire life to the organization.
Caceres will replace Jeff Giles as Captain, while Giles transitions to Administrative Chief for the upcoming summer season before his official retirement.
The new captain’s journey with Rehoboth Beach Patrol began when his family relocated from Downingtown, Pennsylvania to Long Neck, Delaware in his childhood. His mother enrolled the 10-year-old in the Junior Lifeguard program, where he remained until becoming eligible to join the official patrol team in 2014 as a rookie.
His career progression shows steady advancement through the organization’s ranks. After his rookie season, Caceres worked as a Veteran Guard during 2015-2016, then earned promotion to Lieutenant from 2017-2020, and most recently held the position of Chief of Daily Operations from 2021-2025.
Outside his beach patrol duties, Caceres works as a Spanish instructor at Sussex Academy, teaching high school students in grades 9-12. He also contributes as an assistant swimming coach and serves as advisor for the World Language Honor Society.
“The Rehoboth Beach Patrol is something that is very special to me as well as many other members that have gone through it,” says Caceres. “Being able to serve as Captain for RBP is something that holds a tremendous amount of honor and with my profession as a teacher, it was the most logical next step to take as it allows me to be able to carry on its traditions, guide future lifeguards to becoming extraordinary individuals, and continue making the City of Rehoboth a safe place to live and visit.”
City Manager Taylour Tedder expressed enthusiasm about the internal promotion, stating: “We are thrilled to have Nico make this natural progression into role of Beach Patrol Captain. Having someone literally grow up in this program and now take on this leadership role is ideal for the program and for the public. We also appreciate Captain Jeff Giles for his leadership and for what he’s done with the program over these past five years and are happy he’ll stick around for another summer as we make this transition.”
Outgoing Captain Giles praised his successor’s qualifications and dedication. “For my five years as Captain, Nico has been my right-hand man,” says Administrative Chief Jeff Giles, who will maintain a position this summer to help with the transition. “He has always been by my side supervising the leadership teams and running day to day operations. He has earned the respect and admiration of the whole patrol and is always striving to make the Rehoboth Beach Patrol the best it can be.”
The Beach Patrol will begin its 105th consecutive summer season on Saturday, May 22.
A woman whose husband was fatally shot during a mass attack at Florida State University has filed a federal lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming the company’s ChatGPT artificial intelligence system assisted the gunman in planning the deadly incident.
According to prosecutors, ChatGPT allegedly provided Phoenix Ikner with guidance on selecting the optimal location and timing to maximize casualties, recommendations for firearms and ammunition types, and information about weapon effectiveness at close distances.
“OpenAI knew this would happen. It’s happened before and it was only a matter of time before it happened again,” stated Vandana Joshi on Monday. Her spouse Tiru Chabba was among two fatalities in the attack, which also left six others injured.
OpenAI spokesperson Drew Pusateri rejected any responsibility for “this terrible crime.”
“In this case, ChatGPT provided factual responses to questions with information that could be found broadly across public sources on the internet, and it did not encourage or promote illegal or harmful activity,” Pusateri told The Associated Press via email Monday.
The federal court filing was submitted on Sunday.
Ikner is facing dual first-degree murder charges plus multiple attempted murder counts for the April 2025 shooting that sent shockwaves through the Tallahassee campus. Prosecutors plan to pursue capital punishment, though Ikner has entered a not guilty plea.
Additionally, Florida’s attorney general announced in April that a rare criminal probe was examining whether ChatGPT provided guidance to Ikner.
In her attorney’s statement, Joshi declared that OpenAI “put their profits over our safety and it killed my husband. They need to be responsible before another family has to go through this.”
Multiple civil cases have targeted artificial intelligence and technology firms regarding chatbots’ and social media platforms’ effects on users’ psychological well-being.
A Los Angeles jury ruled in March that both Meta and YouTube bore responsibility for harm to minors using their platforms. Meanwhile, a New Mexico jury concluded that Meta deliberately damaged children’s mental health while hiding knowledge of child exploitation on its services.
Motorists traveling southbound on Route 1 should expect delays this morning due to maintenance operations by the Delaware Department of Transportation.
DelDOT crews are performing grass cutting along the highway, creating rolling closures in the left lane. The affected stretch runs from the Route 273 overpass down to Route 40.
The lane restrictions are scheduled to continue until 11 AM today. Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time and use caution when approaching the work zone.
The rolling nature of the closure means the lane blockage will move along the roadway as crews progress with their mowing activities.
Drivers traveling westbound on Hamburg Road should expect delays this afternoon due to construction activity that has forced the closure of the right lane.
The lane restriction affects the stretch of Hamburg Road between South DuPont Highway (Route 13) and River Road (Route 9), according to Delaware Department of Transportation officials.
The right lane closure is scheduled to remain in effect until 4:30 PM today. Motorists are advised to use caution in the area and allow extra travel time while construction crews complete their work.
Traffic is being maintained in the remaining lanes during the construction period.
Morning commuters traveling south on DuPont Parkway are facing lane restrictions due to ongoing construction work in the New Castle area.
Delaware Department of Transportation officials report that the right lane of US Route 13 southbound is currently closed between 2nd Avenue and Llangollen Boulevard. The closure is expected to remain in effect until 10 AM today.
Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and use caution when driving through the work zone. Traffic may be slower than usual during the morning rush hour period.
Delaware State Police continue their investigation into a deadly motorcycle accident that claimed the life of a Seaford resident over the weekend.
According to authorities, the fatal incident took place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, around 9:20 p.m. when a Yamaha XVS motorcycle was heading west on River Road near Woodland Ferry Road. Police report the bike was moving at what appeared to be excessive speed when the operator lost control while attempting to navigate a bend in the road, causing the motorcycle to tip over and slide off the pavement.
The motorcyclist, identified as a 56-year-old Seaford man, sustained critical injuries in the accident and was rushed to a nearby medical facility. Despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries on Sunday, May 10, 2026. Authorities are withholding his identity pending notification of family members.
The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to examine the circumstances surrounding the crash. Officials are requesting anyone who may have seen the accident or has relevant information to reach out to Master Corporal J. Smith at (302) 703-3267. Tips can also be submitted through a private message to the Delaware State Police Facebook page or by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.
Those affected by crime, traumatic incidents, or sudden loss can access support through the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and Delaware Victim Center, which provides round-the-clock assistance via their hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461). Support services can also be reached by email at [email protected].
Delaware Department of Transportation crews are currently conducting debris removal operations along Route 896, affecting both directions of travel.
The cleanup work is taking place on the shoulder areas between Pulaski Highway (Route 40) and Red Lion Road (Route 71), with crews expected to wrap up operations by 4:30 PM today.
Motorists traveling through the area should expect to see work vehicles and crews along the roadway during the cleanup effort.
Motorists traveling southbound on Valley Road near Fitness Way are encountering traffic delays due to ongoing construction activity that has shut down the right lane.
According to DelDOT traffic reports, the lane closure is expected to last until 5 PM today. Drivers are advised to use caution in the area and allow extra travel time while work crews complete their operations.
Traffic is being directed around the construction zone, but delays are likely during peak travel hours as vehicles merge into the remaining open lanes.
Motorists should avoid Rose Dale Lane after a car fire prompted officials to shut down the roadway in both directions between Seeneytown Road and Pearson’s Corner Road.
The closure remains in effect as emergency crews work to extinguish the blaze and clear the scene. Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes until the road reopens.
No additional details about the incident have been released at this time.
Delaware State Police are continuing their investigation into a deadly collision that claimed the life of an elderly Maryland man in Felton over the weekend.
The tragic incident unfolded around 4:50 p.m. on May 10, 2026, when an 80-year-old driver from Goldsboro, Maryland was operating a Kia Sorento heading north along Sandtown Road near Willow Grove Road. According to initial findings from investigators, the vehicle was moving at excessive speed when the driver illegally overtook two other cars in an area where passing is prohibited. The driver then lost control while attempting to navigate a bend in the roadway.
The SUV veered off the western side of the road and collided with two empty commercial trucks and their trailers that were parked in an adjacent lot. The elderly motorist, who was not wearing a safety belt, sustained fatal injuries and was transported to a nearby medical facility where he passed away. Authorities are withholding his identity pending notification of relatives.
Traffic along the roadway was disrupted for roughly three hours as emergency responders worked to clear the accident scene and conduct their preliminary examination.
The case remains under active review by Delaware State Police Troop 3’s Collision Reconstruction Unit. Officials are requesting that anyone who observed the incident or possesses relevant information reach out to Master Corporal W. Booth at (302) 698-8451. Tips can also be submitted through private messages to the Delaware State Police Facebook page or by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.
Those affected by crime or sudden loss can access support services around the clock through the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and Delaware Victim Center. The toll-free helpline is available at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461), and assistance can also be requested via email at [email protected].
Motorists traveling on Blackbird Station Road should expect delays and plan alternate routes as construction crews continue work that requires intermittent lane restrictions.
The affected area spans the stretch of Blackbird Station Road from Blackbird Forest Road to Grears Corner Road, where workers are causing periodic lane closures throughout the day.
DelDOT reports the construction-related lane restrictions will remain in effect until 5 PM today. Drivers are advised to use caution when traveling through the work zone and allow extra time for their commute.
Delaware Department of Transportation crews are currently removing debris from the median strip along northbound Route 13, causing potential traffic delays in the area.
The litter cleanup operation is taking place on the stretch of highway between Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and West Denneys Road, with work expected to wrap up by 2 PM today.
Motorists traveling northbound on this section of Route 13 should expect possible lane restrictions and are advised to use caution when passing through the work zone.
Motorists using North Star Road are experiencing intermittent lane closures today as construction work continues in the area.
The Delaware Department of Transportation reports that the lane restrictions affect the stretch of North Star Road located between Planet Road and Beech Hill Road.
According to DelDOT, the construction-related closures are expected to remain active until 5 PM today. Drivers are advised to plan for potential delays and consider alternate routes if possible.
Motorists traveling eastbound on West Newport Pike are encountering traffic delays due to ongoing construction work that has shut down the right lane between Silview Avenue and Westmont Avenue.
According to DelDOT officials, the lane restriction is expected to remain in place until 5 PM today. Drivers are advised to use caution when traveling through the work zone and allow extra time for their commute.
The construction activity is causing traffic to merge into the left lane, potentially creating slower moving conditions during peak travel times.
Motorists traveling eastbound on West Newport Pike are dealing with traffic delays today due to ongoing construction work that has forced the closure of the right travel lane.
According to DelDOT, the lane restriction affects the stretch of roadway between Silview Avenue and Westmont Avenue. Officials say the closure is expected to last until 5 PM this afternoon.
Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time and use caution when passing through the construction zone. Traffic is being directed into the remaining open lanes during the work period.
Motorists traveling on Route 896 southbound should prepare for lane configuration changes when accessing northbound Interstate 95.
The Delaware Department of Transportation has announced that the ramp connecting southbound DE-896 to northbound I-95 will feature modified lane patterns. These adjustments to the normal traffic flow will continue until 5:00 AM on May 13, 2026.
Drivers are advised to use caution when navigating through the work zone and allow extra time for their commute while the lane shifts are in effect.
Entertainment fans have plenty of new content to explore this week as streaming platforms roll out fresh television shows, movies, music releases, and gaming options.
Among the notable debuts recommended by Associated Press entertainment experts: the much-anticipated “Yellowstone” spinoff “Dutton Ranch,” Colombian music star Maluma’s latest collection, Netflix’s true crime documentary “The Crash,” The All-American Rejects’ first album in over a decade, and the second season of Stanley Tucci’s culinary journey through Italy on Disney+.
— Emmy-winning writer and director Alex Russell brings the psychological thriller “Lurker” to HBO Max this Friday, May 15, featuring Théodore Pellerin as a character who cunningly works his way into the inner circle surrounding Archie Madekwe’s rising pop star Oliver. Russell, known for his work on “The Bear” and “Beef,” drew inspiration from intense films like “Whiplash” and “Black Swan” to craft this exploration of internet fan obsession and power struggles within celebrity entourages.
— Netflix premieres “The Crash” on Friday, May 15, a true crime documentary examining a devastating 2022 Ohio incident where 17-year-old Mackenzie Shirilla drove her vehicle into a brick structure at 100 mph, resulting in the deaths of her boyfriend and his friend, while investigating the competing accounts of what happened that evening. The streaming service also debuts “Black Phone 2” on Saturday, May 16, bringing back Ethan Hawke’s character The Grabber, who despite dying in the original film, returns seeking vengeance against Mason Thames four years later.
— AP Film Writer Lindsey Bahr
— Colombian music sensation Maluma releases his new collection “Loco x Volver” on Friday, May 15, showcasing a vibrant mix that honors his heritage while incorporating contemporary elements. The project features diverse tracks ranging from “Pa’ la seca,” a reggaetón/dancehall fusion with Ryan Castro, to “Con El Corazón” featuring the late Yeison Jiménez, blending traditional folk influences with modern production.
— Pop-punk icons The All-American Rejects make their long-awaited return with their fifth studio release, marking their first complete album since 2012’s “Kids in the Street” nearly 15 years ago. Fans can anticipate the band’s signature style featuring memorable melodies, powerful guitar work, anthemic choruses, and energetic entertainment.
— AP Music Writer Maria Sherman
— “Pop Culture Jeopardy!” finds a new streaming home for its sophomore season as Colin Jost’s game show transitions to Netflix starting Monday, with fresh episodes arriving daily through June 5. The show features categories such as “bummer movie endings,” “Broadway on the big screen,” and “TV of the 2010s,” making it perfect for viewers who stay current with social media trends.
— Following his recent promotional tour for “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” Stanley Tucci returns with the second season of “Tucci in Italy,” premiering Tuesday on Disney+ and Hulu. The new episodes take viewers through Italian regions including Sicily, Campania, and Sardinia, where Tucci connects with local residents and samples authentic regional cuisine.
— While fans must wait until 2027 for new episodes of “Heated Rivalry,” another hockey romance series arrives to fill the gap. “Off Campus” launches its inaugural season on Prime Video Wednesday, focusing on the romantic relationships of college hockey players, with each season highlighting a different couple. The first season stars Belmont Cameli and Ella Bright, while the second season featuring Antonio Cipriano and India Fowler is already preparing to begin production.
— The highly anticipated “Yellowstone” spinoff starring Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser premieres Friday, May 15, on Paramount+. “Dutton Ranch” picks up one year following the conclusion of “Yellowstone,” with characters Beth and Rip establishing themselves in Texas after relocating. Their new ranch venture proves challenging, as previous series have demonstrated the perils of land ownership. The cast also includes Annette Bening and Ed Harris.
— Alicia Rancilio
— British game studio Supermassive Games, renowned for horror titles like “Until Dawn” and “The Quarry” that channel classic slasher films such as “Friday the 13th,” unveils their newest thriller “Directive 8020” with clear influences from “Alien” and “The Thing.” Players find themselves stranded 12 light years from Earth after their colony vessel crashes on planet Tau Ceti f, where hostile life forms possess the ability to mimic their victims. The challenge involves determining which crew members can be trusted and preventing these predators from escaping to Earth. The game launches Tuesday for PlayStation 5, Xbox X/S, and PC platforms.
NEW YORK (AP) — During his third year of college, civil rights lawyer Damario Solomon-Simmons discovered a horrific chapter of history that occurred in his own backyard of Tulsa, Oklahoma.
An African American studies instructor taught about what we now call the Tulsa Race Massacre — the 1921 incident when white rioters launched a devastating assault against outnumbered Black defenders who were protecting the renowned Black Wall Street, a thriving African American district.
“I actually told a teacher, ‘I’m from Tulsa. That’s not true,’” Solomon-Simmons recalled. “And of course, I was wrong.”
This revelation inspired the future lawyer to spearhead a compensation effort for massacre survivors and their families. More than 104 years have passed, yet no one has received payment for their losses, and no perpetrators have faced consequences.
Solomon-Simmons chronicles his reparations battle in his debut book, “Redeem a Nation: The Century-Long Battle to Restore the Soul of America,” designed as a guide for addressing historical wrongs against Black Americans who never received compensation. The publication becomes available Tuesday.
Following the violence, over 35 city blocks in the Greenwood district were destroyed by flames, approximately 191 businesses were wiped out, and around 11,000 Black residents lost their homes. Oklahoma officials claimed only 36 people died, though historians and researchers studying the incident estimate casualties between 75 and 300.
Greenwood, established in 1906, had been a thriving community featuring Black-owned markets, soda shops, restaurants, barbershops, a cinema, entertainment venues, cigar lounges, pool halls, clothing stores, cleaning services, boarding houses and rental properties.
“If you can ignore Greenwood, which was the beacon of Black prosperity and Black progress in the history of this country, then you can ignore Black people in general,” Solomon-Simmons recently told The Associated Press. “I think that’s why people around the nation are so focused on the work that we’re doing, because they understand what it means to all of Black America.”
The attorney’s publication arrives months before America commemorates 250 years since 1776. That milestone comes 89 years after chattel slavery — where enslaved individuals were considered legal property — ended. Solomon-Simmons challenges whether Americans can genuinely celebrate national achievements while reparations remain unpaid, which historians say contributes to today’s wealth gaps between Black and white families.
“We cannot talk about what America has been and will be, without making sure that these issues are discussed and we get reparatory justice for both” slavery and the Tulsa massacre, Solomon-Simmons said.
Across 343 pages, Solomon-Simmons goes beyond retelling the massacre’s history or creating a legal drama from his compensation campaign. For him, obtaining justice for survivors and descendants also means healing a country whose founding promises of universal equality were empty.
“When I speak of repairing America’s soul, I do not mean restoring something that was once whole,” Solomon-Simmons writes in the book. “America has never had a soul. … There was no moral center to recover.”
He argues that America’s spirit cannot be mended if forced to choose between national rebuilding or repairing Black America. Both must happen simultaneously, he contends.
“The struggle for justice in Greenwood is not about returning to a mythical past. It is about proving whether America can build a soul at all through truth, through justice, through repair.”
Compensation discussions for slavery and other historical racial wrongs have persisted in America since Reconstruction, throughout the Civil Rights era and into the current century. New York University history professor Jennifer L. Morgan notes these conversations are complex due to questions about who should pay and who should receive compensation.
“I don’t think that we’re talking about individuals who owe anybody else reparations. I think we’re talking about states, about institutions, about the nation,” Morgan said. “America is still grappling with reparations because America is still grappling at the legacy of slavery, racial discrimination, Jim Crow, and violent exclusion of Black people from the body politic.”
Critics of reparations claim no living perpetrators or direct slavery victims exist, let alone people with provable harm claims for court proceedings.
Solomon-Simmons disputes this view.
“We know who did the massacre — the perpetrators are still living in Tulsa,” he said referring to the city and the chamber of commerce, which plaintiffs alleged had a hand in obstructing Greenwood’s recovery.
One massacre survivor remains involved in the compensation lawsuit: 111-year-old Lessie Benningfield Randle.
“If we cannot get her reparations while she’s alive, for the massacre, it’s gonna make it that much harder for us to get reparations for enslavement, Jim Crow, redlining and all those things that we are owed,” Solomon-Simmons said.
In his book, Solomon-Simmons examines what drew him to the reparations cause.
During law school, he met prominent civil rights lawyers from the Reparations Coordinating Committee — the late Harvard Professor Charles Ogletree Jr., who guided Barack and Michelle Obama; and the late Johnnie Cochran, famous for representing O.J. Simpson during his murder trial. Solomon-Simmons worked as a clerk for the committee.
After watching Ogletree present a Tulsa reparations case in federal court in 2004, Solomon-Simmons said legal practice transformed from merely providing credentials for speaking, writing, or teaching into a mission.
In 2020, Solomon-Simmons filed a lawsuit representing 11 plaintiffs, including the final three known living massacre survivors, against Tulsa and seven other defendants. This suit marked the first state court case of its type and the first to reach a judge. The Oklahoma Supreme Court rejected the lawsuit in 2024. During the Biden administration’s final days, the Justice Department announced it found no remaining path for criminal charges regarding the massacre.
However, Solomon-Simmons continues fighting for monetary payments to Randle and other descendants, plus the return of property seized after the massacre and during Tulsa’s urban renewal period.
In 2025, Tulsa’s first Black mayor, Monroe Nichols, supported a comprehensive plan called Project Greenwood, which seeks financial compensation for Randle, funding for a descendant scholarship program, and establishing June 1 as Tulsa Race Massacre Observance Day.
Solomon-Simmons also operates the nonprofit Justice for Greenwood, which he created one year before the community observed the massacre’s centennial in 2021.
“One thing I’ve learned from this work, and as a lawyer in general, is that people want justice,” he said. “People want reparations, but people (also) want acknowledgment. They want to be seen. They want people to understand that something happened to them and their family, and they want an apology.”
Drivers should expect delays on St. Augustine Road as construction crews continue work that requires periodic lane closures between Sixth Street and Belts Road.
The lane restrictions are scheduled to remain in place until 4 AM, with traffic patterns changing intermittently as work progresses throughout the area.
Motorists are advised to plan for extra travel time and consider alternate routes when possible during the construction period.
Drivers should expect traffic delays on a section of St. Augustine Road due to ongoing construction activities. DelDOT reports that intermittent lane closures are affecting the roadway between Sixth Street and Belts Road.
The construction work is causing periodic lane restrictions that are expected to remain in place until 4:00 AM. Motorists traveling through this area should plan for possible delays and consider alternate routes if available.
DelDOT advises drivers to exercise caution when passing through the work zone and to be prepared for changing traffic patterns as crews continue their operations.
Motorists traveling on Route 4 in the Salem Church Road area should prepare for ongoing traffic disruptions through the overnight hours.
Delaware Department of Transportation officials report that intermittent lane restrictions will remain in effect on DE-4 at Salem Church Road until 4 a.m.
Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time and exercise caution when navigating through the work zone area during the overnight period.
A traffic accident has resulted in the closure of the left lane on Interstate 95 northbound at Exit 4, according to Delaware Department of Transportation officials.
The crash is causing delays for drivers traveling through the area, and motorists are advised to use caution when approaching the scene.
DelDOT has not yet provided information about the severity of the accident or an estimated time for lane reopening. Drivers are encouraged to seek alternative routes if possible to avoid potential traffic backups.
This is a developing situation, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available from transportation officials.
Motorists traveling on southbound Interstate 95 are experiencing delays after a vehicle accident forced authorities to shut down the right lane near Exit 5.
The Delaware Department of Transportation is monitoring the traffic situation and has confirmed the lane closure is directly related to the collision. Drivers in the area should expect slower than normal travel times and are advised to use caution when passing through the affected zone.
Officials have not yet provided details about the severity of the crash or whether any injuries occurred. The timeline for reopening the closed lane remains unclear as crews work to clear the scene.
A traffic accident has resulted in lane closures on northbound Interstate 95 at the Delaware Route 1 overpass, according to Delaware Department of Transportation officials.
Two right lanes are currently blocked as emergency crews respond to the crash scene. The incident is causing traffic backups for northbound drivers in the area.
DelDOT is advising motorists to use caution when traveling through the area and to consider alternative routes if possible. The duration of the lane closures has not yet been determined as crews continue working to clear the roadway.
This is a developing situation and drivers should expect continued delays until the scene is fully cleared and normal traffic flow is restored.
Motorists traveling on Interstate 495 southbound should expect delays this morning due to a vehicle collision near the Edgemoor Road area.
Delaware Department of Transportation officials report that the crash has forced the closure of the left travel lane, creating a bottleneck for commuters heading south on the busy highway.
Traffic crews are currently working to clear the accident scene and restore normal traffic flow. Drivers are advised to allow extra time for their commute and consider alternate routes if possible.
The cause of the collision and any potential injuries have not yet been disclosed by authorities.
Authorities in Laredo, Texas are investigating after six deceased individuals were discovered inside a railroad car on Sunday at a remote train yard close to the Mexican border.
The grim discovery was made by a Union Pacific railroad employee working at the facility. Emergency responders and law enforcement officials who arrived at the scene confirmed all six people had died, according to Laredo Police Investigator Joe Baeza.
“There were no survivors,” Baeza stated.
Investigators have not yet established the cause of death, and the probe remains active. Officials also have not released information about where the victims originated from.
This tragic incident echoes previous deadly occurrences involving trains and commercial vehicles in areas close to the U.S.-Mexico border, many of which have involved migrants attempting to cross into the United States. A particularly devastating case occurred in 2022 when authorities found 53 people dead inside an abandoned truck near San Antonio, where the air conditioning system had failed.
Delaware Department of Transportation officials have shut down all northbound lanes of Interstate 95 at the Churchmans Marsh interchange with Route 141 following a vehicle collision.
The closure is affecting traffic flow as emergency responders work at the crash site. Motorists traveling north on I-95 should expect significant delays and consider alternate routes.
DelDOT has not yet provided details about the severity of the accident or an estimated timeline for reopening the roadway. The department continues to monitor the situation and will update drivers as conditions change.
Delaware Department of Transportation crews are implementing rolling roadblock operations along Silver Run Road tonight as construction work continues in the area.
The traffic control measures are affecting the stretch of Silver Run Road between Old Corbitt Road and Vance Neck Road, according to DelDOT officials.
Motorists should expect delays and plan alternate routes if possible, as the rolling roadblocks are scheduled to remain in effect until midnight tonight.
DelDOT has not provided additional details about the nature of the construction work requiring the traffic control operations.
Motorists traveling on West North Street are dealing with lane restrictions due to ongoing construction work that has eliminated one lane of traffic.
The eastbound right lane remains blocked between South Saulsbury Road and Eden Hill Boulevard, with the closure expected to continue until 6 AM on Tuesday.
Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time and use caution when navigating through the construction zone. Traffic may experience delays during peak travel hours.
Motorists traveling on South Chapel Street should expect lane restrictions due to construction work currently underway in the area.
The Delaware Department of Transportation has closed the left lane for northbound traffic on Route 72, while southbound drivers will find the right lane blocked between Brookhill Drive and Bellevue Road.
These traffic restrictions are scheduled to remain in place until 6 a.m. as crews complete necessary construction activities.
Drivers are advised to plan for potential delays and consider alternate routes if possible during the closure period.
A traffic collision has resulted in the complete closure of Willow Grove Road, blocking all vehicle movement in both directions along a significant stretch of the roadway.
Transportation officials report that the road remains shut down from Mahan Corner Road to Sandalwood Drive as emergency personnel respond to the crash scene.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and expect delays in the area until the roadway can be safely reopened to traffic.
No additional details about the circumstances of the collision or potential injuries have been released at this time.
While schools nationwide honor educators and support staff, thoughtful students in Arizona are sharing heartfelt messages about what makes their teachers special.
The student expressions of gratitude highlight the meaningful connections formed between educators and learners throughout the school year.
Community members in Wisconsin came together to organize a vehicle convoy outside a women’s correctional facility as a demonstration of support for incarcerated mothers. The participants used their vehicle headlights to create a visible display of solidarity.
The initiative, described as a “headlight caravan,” was intended to send a message to the women inside the facility that they have not been forgotten by their community. Organizers aimed to provide emotional support and connection to mothers who are separated from their families while serving their sentences.
The convoy represents part of a broader effort to maintain community ties with incarcerated individuals and acknowledge their continued place in society despite their current circumstances.
Walking across streets outside of crosswalks may appear to be a relatively small violation, yet these pedestrian crossing regulations remain enforceable offenses across numerous municipalities throughout the United States. Reporter Mackenzie Martin from KCUR examines the evolution and background of these pedestrian traffic laws in America.
The U.S. Army announced Sunday that search teams have recovered the remains of an American soldier who disappeared during military training operations in Morocco.
Moroccan search crews located the body of 1st Lieutenant Kendrick Lamont Key Jr. in waters approximately one mile from where he vanished on May 2 near cliffs in the Cap Draa area, according to Army officials. Key served as a platoon leader within an artillery unit.
The discovery was made Saturday, but another service member who went missing during the same incident has not been found. Military officials say search and rescue operations are ongoing for the second soldier.
Both soldiers were taking part in African Lion, described as the largest multinational military exercise organized by U.S. Africa Command. The annual training brings together American forces with NATO allies and African partner nations.
Morocco hosts the primary portion of this extensive military exercise, which involves roughly 5,000 military personnel representing more than 40 different countries, AFRICOM officials stated.
Delaware State Police have arrested a Georgetown man in connection with a Saturday afternoon shooting incident in Laurel that left a teenager wounded.
Authorities responded to Tidal Health – Nanticoke around 3:20 p.m. on May 9, 2026, after a 19-year-old male victim arrived at the medical facility with gunshot injuries that were not considered life-threatening. The victim had been transported to the hospital in a private vehicle.
According to investigators from the Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit, the shooting took place in front of a home on Portsville Road near Randall Street in Laurel. The gunman remains unidentified and at large.
Police determined that 20-year-old Alexison Amisial of Georgetown had transported the wounded man to the hospital in a blue Mazda 3. Officers located both Amisial and the vehicle at First Stop Gas Station on 114 West Street in Laurel.
During their encounter with Amisial, troopers discovered he was hiding an untraceable firearm in his waistband. He was arrested without resistance.
Following his arrest, Amisial was processed at Troop 4 and faced charges including Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon – Firearm (Felony) and Possession of an Untraceable Firearm (Felony). Justice of the Peace Court 3 arraigned him and set his release on a $3,500 unsecured bond.
The investigation remains active under the Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit. Authorities are seeking public assistance and ask anyone with relevant information to contact Detective R. Mitchell at (302) 752-3794. Tips can also be submitted through the Delaware State Police Facebook page or Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) 847-3333.
Support services are available for crime victims and witnesses through the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and Delaware Victim Center, accessible 24/7 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or via email at [email protected].
Military officials announced Sunday that the body of a United States Army soldier who disappeared during training exercises in Morocco has been found in Atlantic Ocean waters. Search teams continue looking for a second missing servicemember.
The recovered remains belong to 1st Lt. Kendrick Lamont Key Jr., age 27, who served as an Air Defense Artillery officer. Both soldiers fell from a cliff while hiking recreationally during their off-duty time in Morocco.
Both servicemembers were reported missing on May 2nd following their participation in African Lion, the annual international military training exercises conducted in Morocco.
According to U.S Army Europe and Africa, “A Moroccan military search team found the Soldier in the water along the shoreline at approximately 8:55 a.m. local time May 9, within roughly one mile of where both Soldiers reportedly entered the ocean.”
The incident occurred around 9 p.m. in the vicinity of the Cap Draa Training Area near Tan-Tan, an area featuring mountainous terrain, desert landscapes, and semi-arid plains, Moroccan military sources reported.
The disappearance launched an extensive rescue mission involving more than 600 search personnel from the United States, Morocco, and allied military partners. The operation has utilized naval frigates, various watercraft, helicopters, and unmanned aircraft.
A U.S. defense official, speaking anonymously due to authorization restrictions, confirmed that search operations will persist for the second missing soldier.
The official explained that American personnel stayed in Morocco beyond the conclusion of the multinational exercises on Friday to maintain operational oversight and support ongoing rescue efforts.
Key served with Charlie Battery, 5th Battalion, 4th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command, according to U.S Army Europe and Africa.
His educational background included a Bachelor of Science degree in marketing from Methodist University in Fayetteville, North Carolina, along with additional studies in international business, entrepreneurship, and business administration. Key began his military career in 2023 as an officer candidate, receiving his commission in 2024 through Officer Candidate School as an Air Defense Artillery officer. He subsequently finished the Basic Officer Leader Course at Fort Sill, Oklahoma.
The rescue mission, now entering its ninth day, has searched over 12,000 square kilometers of ocean and coastal areas, with approximately 3,000 additional square kilometers being covered daily.
The soldiers were participating in African Lion 26, a U.S.-directed exercise that began in April spanning Morocco, Tunisia, Ghana, and Senegal, involving more than 7,000 military personnel from over 30 countries. This exercise represents the largest joint U.S. military training operation on the African continent since its inception in 2004.
A previous tragedy occurred during these exercises in 2012, when two U.S. Marines lost their lives and two others sustained injuries in a helicopter accident in Agadir, Morocco’s southern region.
Commuters traveling north on Interstate 95 should prepare for significant delays this morning following a vehicle collision near the Delaware-Pennsylvania border.
The Delaware Department of Transportation reports that the accident is impacting traffic flow on the northbound lanes at the state line, creating backups for drivers heading into Pennsylvania.
Officials are advising motorists to allow extra travel time or consider alternate routes while crews work to clear the scene and restore normal traffic patterns.
DelDOT continues to monitor the situation and will provide updates as conditions improve.
Authorities have arrested 36-year-old Raul Zavala of Wilmington after he held two coworkers hostage and ignited a fire at a Limestone Road Wawa Saturday evening.
Delaware State Police and the State Fire Marshal’s Office responded to the convenience store at 2030 Limestone Road around 8:20 p.m. on May 9, 2026, following reports of terroristic threats. Officers arrived to find Zavala had trapped himself and two employees in the manager’s office.
When Zavala ignored police orders to come out, he lit a fire in the office’s electrical closet that rapidly grew. The flames eventually forced him from the room, where officers deployed a taser and took him into custody.
A 21-year-old male employee from Wilmington suffered minor injuries and was hospitalized. A 50-year-old female coworker, also from Wilmington, was not hurt.
According to investigators from Delaware State Police Troop 2’s Criminal Investigations Unit, the incident began when the male employee went to discuss an earlier workplace situation with Zavala. Zavala initially shut the door on his coworker but then allowed him inside, where he attacked the man and warned him not to leave.
When the female employee came to check on the situation, Zavala pulled out a knife and threatened both workers while preventing them from leaving. As police tried to enter the office, Zavala ran into the electrical closet and locked himself inside, allowing the two employees to escape.
Zavala was hospitalized for burn injuries he sustained in the fire. Upon his release, he will face multiple charges including:
• Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony) • Aggravated Menacing (Felony) – 2 counts • Unlawful Imprisonment (Felony) – 2 counts • Arson 2nd Degree (Felony) • Criminal Mischief – $5,000 or More (Felony) • Assault 3rd Degree
The investigation remains active under Delaware State Police Troop 2’s Criminal Investigations Unit. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is urged to contact Detective D. Armstrong at (302) 365-8440. Tips can also be submitted through the Delaware State Police Facebook page or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Crime victims or witnesses needing support can reach the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and Delaware Victim Center 24/7 at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or email [email protected].
Federal transportation safety officials announced Sunday they are collecting information regarding an emergency evacuation at Denver International Airport following a fatal incident where a Frontier Airlines aircraft struck an individual on the runway during takeoff procedures.
Flight 4345, which was departing Denver for Los Angeles International Airport, “reported striking a pedestrian during takeoff at DEN at approximately 11:19 p.m. on Friday,” Denver International Airport officials posted on their social media account.
Emergency evacuation procedures were initiated using aircraft slides, with emergency personnel transporting passengers to the terminal via bus. Airport officials confirmed that 12 travelers sustained minor injuries, with five requiring hospital treatment.
Passengers voiced complaints about the evacuation process, describing being trapped inside the aircraft for several minutes while smoke entered the cabin, then being left outside in frigid temperatures after exiting. Video footage captured some travelers bringing carry-on luggage down the emergency slides.
“We are gathering information about the emergency evacuation to determine if it meets criteria for a safety investigation,” stated NTSB spokesperson Sarah Taylor Sulick early Sunday, noting the agency could provide additional details within hours.
Frontier Airlines had not responded to requests for comment about the evacuation by early Sunday.
The individual, whose identity remains unknown to authorities, was struck approximately two minutes after breaching airport perimeter fencing and entering the runway area. Officials do not believe the person worked at the airport.
“We’re stopping on the runway,” the pilot communicated to air traffic control according to ATC.com recordings. “We just hit somebody. We have an engine fire.”
The pilot informed controllers of “231 souls” aboard the aircraft and reported that an “individual was walking across the runway.”
Air traffic control responded they were “rolling the trucks now” before the pilot announced “smoke in the aircraft. We are going to evacuate on the runway.”
In an official statement, Frontier Airlines confirmed flight 4345’s involvement in the collision, noting that “smoke was reported in the cabin and the pilots aborted takeoff.” The connection between the smoke and the collision remains unclear.
The carrier reported 224 passengers and seven crew members were aboard the aircraft.
“We are investigating this incident and gathering more information in coordination with the airport and other safety authorities,” the airline stated.
Travelers described widespread panic after an engine ignited and smoke began filling the passenger compartment.
“Honestly, I thought I was going to die,” passenger Mohamed Hassan told Colorado’s 9NEWS.
“A lot of people next to me were screaming and crying. I just closed my eyes,” he said. “At that time, you’re not really thinking of anything, you know? Because we were just about to take off and I heard that boom, so I wasn’t sure what happened. I just thought something really, really bad happened.”
Passenger Nikil Thalanki described feeling “this jerk” during takeoff, saying it seemed the aircraft had become airborne before touching down again.
“There was fire on the engine. There was lots of sparks that are happening. Immediately came to a stop,” Thalanki said. “As soon as we saw the sparks on the flight, smoke filled the cabin completely. It was super hard to breathe.”
Kimberly Randle described passenger desperation to exit the aircraft.
“In a few minutes, they finally opened the door. People were running to get out of the plane,” he said. “It was chaos everywhere.”
This incident occurred one day following the workplace death of a Delta Air Lines employee at Orlando International Airport. The airline confirmed the employee’s death Thursday evening without releasing incident details or the worker’s identity.
“We are focused on extending our full support to family and taking care of our Orlando team during this difficult time,” Delta stated. “We are working with local authorities as a full investigation gets underway to determine what occurred.”
New Castle County police have launched a homicide investigation following a late-night emergency call to a Wellington Woods neighborhood residence.
Law enforcement officials were dispatched to the unit block of Three Rivers Court in Newark around 11:45 p.m. on Friday, May 8, 2026, after receiving reports of CPR being performed at the location.
When police arrived at the scene, they made contact with David Lewis, age 29, who told investigators he had departed from the home earlier that evening.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding the death or the identity of the victim as the investigation remains ongoing.
The incident occurred in the Wellington Woods community, located in the 19702 zip code area of Newark.
A traffic accident has prompted the closure of Red Mill Road, blocking travel between Darwin Drive and Old Red Mill Road.
Delaware Department of Transportation officials report the roadway is currently impassable due to the vehicle collision. Crews are working to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes while the cleanup continues. No timeline has been provided for when the road will reopen to traffic.
Delaware transportation officials have shut down a portion of Route 9 following a vehicle collision in the area.
The affected roadway spans from Whaleys Corner Road to Experimental Station Road, with authorities blocking all traffic through this section while emergency crews respond to the incident.
DelDOT has not yet provided details about the severity of the crash or an estimated timeline for reopening the route. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes while the investigation and cleanup continue.
Traffic officials have shut down P.O.W./M.I.A. Parkway at Wyoming Mill Spur following a vehicle fire incident.
The roadway closure is currently in effect as emergency responders work to address the burning vehicle situation. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes while crews handle the emergency.
No additional details about the cause of the vehicle fire or potential injuries have been released at this time.
ARROYO GRANDE, Calif. — Law enforcement officials concluded their search of a California residence connected to a convicted killer without locating the body of Kristin Smart, a college student who disappeared nearly three decades ago, authorities announced Saturday.
The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office wrapped up their investigation at the property belonging to Susan Flores in Arroyo Grande, a Central Coast community located over 150 miles northwest of Los Angeles. Her son, Paul Flores, received a murder conviction in 2022 for Smart’s death, though investigators have never recovered the victim’s remains.
Officials refused to share further details about their investigation. Earlier this week, law enforcement indicated that evidence pointed to the possibility of human remains being located at the residence, prompting specialists in human decomposition and soil analysis to collect ground samples.
“The Sheriff’s Office remains fully committed to finding Kristin and bringing her home to her family,” the department stated.
Smart disappeared from California Polytechnic State University in May 1996. Legal officials argued that she died during an attempted sexual assault and that Paul Flores, a classmate, was the final person spotted with her. Courts officially declared her dead in 2002.
Flores received his murder conviction in October 2022 and was sentenced to serve 25 years to life the following year.
This long-standing case has drawn widespread public attention, partly due to a podcast creator who assisted investigators by encouraging additional witnesses to come forward. Chris Lambert, who produces the “Your Own Backyard” podcast, was first to report on the property search.
Delaware transportation officials have shut down all southbound lanes of Route 1 at the Kirkwood Saint Georges overpass following a vehicle collision.
The closure is affecting traffic flow in the area as emergency responders work at the scene. DelDOT has not yet provided details about the severity of the crash or when the roadway might reopen.
Drivers traveling southbound on Route 1 should plan for significant delays and consider using alternative routes until further notice.
Southbound traffic on Route 1 has come to a complete standstill as Delaware Department of Transportation officials have shut down the roadway at the Kirkwood St. Georges overpass.
The highway closure is impacting one of the state’s busiest north-south corridors, with motorists being forced to find alternative routes around the affected area.
DelDOT has not yet provided details about what prompted the closure or when normal traffic flow might resume on this heavily traveled stretch of Route 1.
