Out of the $6.5 billion in total tax revenue collected by Delaware in 2024, $2.5 billion came from individual income taxes, representing an increase from the previous year, when the total was $2.4 billion, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of State Government Tax Collections (STC).
Judge John T. Dorsey has passed away following a battle with cancer, according to an announcement from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware on Apr. 15. He served as Chief Judge from 2024-2025 and had a long career dedicated to public service.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) carried out inspections at two food and cosmetics companies in Delaware during March.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) carried out an inspection at a device manufacturer in Delaware in 2025.
During the first quarter of 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) carried out an inspection at a pharmaceutical company based in Delaware.
Delaware collected $2 million in alcoholic beverages license taxes in 2024, a decrease of 29.2% from the previous year.
A Bridgeville man has been indicted on federal charges involving fentanyl distribution and illegal firearm possession after being found with an AR-15-style rifle despite a prior felony conviction. The defendant faces up to life in prison if convicted but remains presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Two Wilmington men were arrested after law enforcement seized four kilograms of cocaine shipped from Puerto Rico. Authorities say both face conspiracy charges with potential sentences up to 20 years if convicted.
A Wilmington man faces federal charges after police discovered illegal firearms—including one modified for automatic fire—and writings suggesting plans for violence against local institutions. Officials credit coordinated law enforcement efforts with preventing potential harm.
Delaware lawmakers are considering new legislation targeting high-tech car theft methods involving cloned key fobs. The bipartisan bill would criminalize possession or sale of such devices while allowing exemptions for legitimate users.