School Mental Health Lawsuit: Fifteen Democratic-led states sued the Trump administration to block planned cuts to a $1 billion school-based mental health grant program, arguing the move violates a December 2025 court order and would strip districts of millions in funding. Wilmington Shooting: A 17-year-old was hospitalized after a Saturday night shooting in Wilmington near C and South Heald Streets; police say he was in stable condition and are asking for tips. Severe Weather & Power Outages: Saturday storms across the Delaware Valley brought down trees and power lines, with Philadelphia reporting tens of thousands without electricity; officials blamed straight-line winds from microbursts. Delaware Community Safety: Wilmington City Council passed an ordinance to exempt some residents—elderly, people with disabilities, and families with children under five—from water service disconnections amid billing-system rollout issues. Delaware Business & Economy: Gov. Meyer launched the $4.5 million Delaware Commercial Corridor Initiative to help existing brick-and-mortar small businesses improve storefronts and operations. Arts Recognition: Delaware ranked No. 11 nationally for arts vibrancy, with Wilmington also earning a spot among the most arts-vibrant communities. Crash Update (Seaford): Delaware State Police identified 25-year-old Kesnel Similien as the driver killed in a Friday morning single-car crash on Hastings Farm Road. Sober Ride Program: More than 900 Delawareans used the Sober Ride program during major holiday periods, with New Year’s seeing the highest voucher use.