Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
Good morning, Dover.
A large police presence remains on Blackwood Drive in Lewes after an officer-involved shooting occurred Monday at 2 a.m. — Delaware State Police are searching for an armed white man as helicopters are heard overhead in nearby Angola and Long Neck.
Police are searching for an armed white male suspect after an officer-involved shooting closed Dorman Road between Route 24 and Conley Chapel Road in the Angola area—with residents on Blackwood Drive urged to avoid the area and call 9-1-1 with any tips.
Delaware is facing a heat wave with daytime temperatures near 100 degrees through June 25, and governments + nonprofits are opening cooling centers for people without air conditioning.
New Castle County is under an extreme heat warning while centers in Kent and Sussex counties offer cool spaces with set hours for service.
Delaware health officials warned that a severe heat wave is approaching, with Dover expecting a high of 99 today and 96 tomorrow.
They advise residents to stay cool and hydrated (vulnerable groups like infants, older adults, and pets should be checked frequently) by visiting air-conditioned spaces (such as cooling centers and libraries).
Delaware’s summer nightlife offers many spots for dancing and live music, with coastal clubs and city venues promising high-energy nights.
Fire & Ice at Bally’s Dover Casino Resort stands out as a local favorite — it hosts weekend shows with DJs to keep partygoers moving.
Summer Concert Series on The Green
6-9 p.m. — The Green — Free entry — Enjoy great live music and local food truck delights every Thursday evening this summer.
2025 Dover Summer NASCAR Weekend
2-3:30 p.m. — Dover International Speedway — Tickets required — Experience the excitement of the Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 400, featuring America's best NASCAR drivers on the iconic Monster Mile.
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