Eleven Public Safety Professionals Complete POST Instructor Course
Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Police Officer Standards and Training Commission | POST | Date Posted: Thursday, July 30, 2026
The Delaware Police Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST) recognized 11 public safety professionals who completed its second annual POST Approved Instructor Course from July 20 to 24 at the University of Delaware Police Department.
The five-day course brought together participants from agencies across Delaware, highlighting the state’s commitment to developing qualified instructors for law enforcement and public safety training. Participants represented the University of Delaware Police Department, New Castle County Department of Public Safety, Delaware Capitol Police, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, Newark Police Department and Delaware State University Police Department.
Dover Man Charged in Courthouse Sexual Assault
Delaware Capitol Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | Date Posted: Monday, July 27, 2026
The Delaware Capitol Police have arrested Tyreen Williams, 30, of Dover in connection with a sexual assault involving a woman near the Kent County Courthouse. The assault allegedly occurred late Saturday night in the courthouse courtyard, which the local homeless community has found to be a safe, well-lit area with access to electrical outlets for charging cell phones.
Delaware Takes Major Step Toward Next Generation 911
Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Division of Communications | E911 | Date Posted: Monday, July 20, 2026
Governor Matt Meyer has signed landmark legislation establishing a sustainable funding source to transition Delaware’s legacy emergency communications network to a statewide Next Generation 911 (NG911) system, giving first responders and emergency communications professionals the modern technology needed to better serve Delawareans.
OMC Legislative Updates: 153rd General Assembly
Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2026
The General Assembly recessed Delaware’s 153rd General Assembly session. Prior to adjourning, the General Assembly passed key pieces of legislation that will further strengthen Delaware’s marijuana regulatory framework.
“These legislative updates provide important clarity and structure as Delaware continues to build a responsible and effective marijuana program,” said Commissioner Sanderlin. “The Office appreciates the work of legislators, stakeholders, and members of the public who contributed to these efforts and looks forward to implementing these changes in a way that supports public safety, regulatory consistency, and transparency.”
OHS Urges Riders and Drivers to Stay Alert Following Recent Motorcycle Crashes
Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Motorcycle Safety | Office of Highway Safety | Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2026
DOVER, Del. (July 16, 2026) – The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is urging both motorcyclists and drivers to stay alert and share the road responsibly as motorcycle travel increases during the peak summer riding season.
