Delaware Courts & Public Safety: A man accused in the June 16 ChristianaCare Wilmington Hospital shooting, John Wallace-Bey, was extradited back to Delaware, ordered to pay $3 million cash bail, and barred from contacting the surviving victim and the family of Ethan Hillman; his arraignment is set for July 14. Delaware Government & Environment: Rehoboth Beach and DNREC finalized easement agreements for city stormwater and wastewater infrastructure tied to the Deauville Beach transition, including a stormwater drain and an ocean outfall pipeline. Delaware Health Policy: After the end of the 153rd General Assembly, multiple healthcare bills passed, including measures on hospital cost transparency, hospital worker protections, and limits on private equity acquiring nonprofit acute care hospitals. Heat Preparedness: Delaware DHSS and partners opened statewide cooling centers for extreme heat, with locations across New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties and extended hours at select sites. Education & Families: The Delaware Department of Education outlined the 2026-27 free and reduced-price meals process for families, including eligibility applications and options like Community Eligibility Provision. Local Business & Housing: A Delaware HomeStyle Renovation Loan lets buyers or homeowners finance purchase and renovation in one conventional mortgage, with renovation budgets tied to the home’s expected post-work value. Community & Delaware Outdoors: Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park launched a 2026 digital photo contest, inviting photographers to capture the park’s landscapes and wildlife (deadline July 31).