AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPublic Health Leadership: Gov. Matt Meyer named Dr. Neil Hockstein as Delaware’s first surgeon general, tasking him with advising on health matters and serving as the state’s “principal public health communicator.” Wilmington Police Accountability: Attorneys for Kadir Skinner’s family released video from the June 24 shooting, renewing calls for Wilmington to release body-cam footage; police say Skinner pointed a gun before an officer shot him during a foot pursuit. Crime & Safety: A New Castle County burglary suspect allegedly grabbed a K-9 officer by the snout while hiding in a basement; he was charged and released on bail. Coastal Infrastructure: The U.S. Army Corps awarded a $53 million contract to repair the north jetty at Indian River Inlet, with in-water work expected in 2027. Sports Betting Access: Delaware Lottery rolled out self-service sports wagering kiosks at all 89 retailers and the state’s three casinos. Community & Local Life: Organizers are pushing a new weekly Downtown Dover farmers market to rebuild trust and bring residents back to the city center. Emergency Health: The Red Cross warned of an emergency blood shortage, urging donors as supplies fell nearly 25% in June.
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