AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSevere Weather Watch: Philadelphia-area storms are set to bring damaging winds, flash flooding, and a rare tornado threat (including possible EF-2 strength) Saturday afternoon into evening, with a tornado watch in effect through 9 p.m. Wildfire Smoke & Health: Canadian wildfire smoke continues to foul air across the region, with Delaware and nearby states facing unhealthy conditions and air-quality action days. Gun Policy in the Region: A federal appeals court struck down New Jersey’s AR-15 and large-magazine bans, a major ruling that could ripple across Delaware and the Third Circuit. Local Finance: Dover leaders advanced a proposed $1-per-square-foot fee on large tax-exempt properties, including DSU and Bayhealth, as they search for new revenue. Cybersecurity: Delaware County confirmed a cyber-attack caused weeks of government system outages; most critical services are back online, with libraries still impacted. Housing & Foreclosures: Foreclosure filings rose 21% in the first half of 2026, with Delaware among states showing higher foreclosure rates. Community & Culture: Rehoboth Beach Public Library’s downtown renovation is progressing toward an early-October completion, with fundraising still needed for the next phase.
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