“Fake news” legislation that governments around the world have written in recent years to combat mis- and disinformation does little to protect journalistic freedom. Rather, it can create a greater risk of harm. more

We have all seen pictures of homeless encampments, under bridges or on the streets in an urban downtown. But unfortunately, there are many homeless individuals who are not so evident to the public. One group of such individuals is students in our public schools. more

When a Boy Scout takes an oath — duty to God and country, duty to other people and duty to self — he or she gets introduced to ideas that are the standard of behavior for being an honorable Scout. If followed, then a good life is sure to come. more

To not decry the heinous act of vandalism in the form of racial slurs recently etched into the property of the 200-year-old St. Daniel’s Community Church of Iron Hill is to be complicit with the vile message of hate in such an act. Who will stand up to renounce this? more

Delaware will witness a partial solar eclipse Monday, and experts are warning viewers not to look directly at the sun during that time, except through special glasses. What are your plans for the eclipse? Have you purchased eyewear for the event? What should schools do to handle the viewing? more

All the blame for the high gas prices, the high groceries, the high insurance, open borders and the wars in Europe and the Middle East can be placed directly on Joe Biden. more

Delaware’s public education system is in dire need of reform and new approaches. more

The Daily State News is continuing its Seeds of Need series about poverty in the First State. We reported on how the General Assembly has taken steps to eradicate poverty, with bills addressing paid family leave and purchase of care. Also, we shared a Wyoming woman’s struggles with increasing grocery and household bills, and how she’s trying to make ends meet. What are your ideas on how government can aid our poverty-stricken citizens? more

Kent County Sheriff Norman Barlow wants residents to know there’s no one named Williams Woodall working in his office. It’s a fictitious name recently used by a caller in an attempted scam targeting county citizens. more

In the world of construction, safety and innovation go hand in hand. Recognizing the critical role the construction industry plays in driving a robust and thriving economy, we must strike a balance between strong regulation grounded in science and fostering growth. more

In both Delaware and the United States as a whole, people are struggling to make ends meet due to increased government spending that results from new laws and social programs. This leads to increased money printing to cover the increased spending and results in a rise in the cost of living. more

Recently, two of my colleagues who serve with me on Dover City Council proposed amending the city ordinance on parking for the disabled in residential areas: Chapter 106-Traffic and Vehicles; Article III-Stopping, Standing and Parking; Section 106-136-On-Street Disabled Parking. more

Proposed legislation to establish the Diamond State Hospital Cost Review Board is the latest example of “government gone wild” in Delaware. more

Mark Vanselous, you talk about the countless groups of Americans who made this country what it is (“Slavery reparations won’t fix mistakes of past”). The atrocities of slavery made this country! more

As we continue our Seeds of Need series, we’d like to hear how our readers give of their time or money to aid those in poverty. What organizations or agencies do you assist? Which have seen the most success in their efforts for the poor? What more can be done? more

I would like to praise Beth Chajes’ excellent Opinion, “Drivers of climate change differ over time,” compared to Dr. David R. Legates’ contrived, misinformed and misleading Opinion, “Which came first, CO2 or air temperature?” more

The Daily State News is continuing its Seeds of Need series about poverty in the First State. We’re reporting on how the General Assembly has taken steps to eradicate poverty, with bills addressing paid family leave and purchase of care. Also, we’re sharing a Wyoming woman’s struggles with increasing grocery and household bills, and how she’s trying to make ends meet. What are your ideas on how government can aid our poverty-stricken citizens? more

Cindy Dillon shared an Opinion on March 20, in which she called for Maryland to enact the Beverage Container Recycling Refund and Litter Reduction Program. more

As the president and CEO of the Food Bank of Delaware, I commend the Daily State News for shedding a light on the issue of poverty in our community through its Seeds of Need poverty series. more

As seems to be Delaware tradition, on the last day of the current legislative session, there will be an “all-nighter,” as lawmakers attempt to get bills passed that could have been done during regular sessions had they not frittered time away on innocuous matters. One such candidate is the passage of the human-composting bill. more