Good morning, Wilmington.

Delaware resident Zakiya Riddick found over $800 in SNAP benefits were stolen from her EBT card when she tried to buy a drink at a Newark convenience store—her card showed only 90 cents—while state leaders say victims must rely on food banks since federal reimbursements ended in December.

The National Weather Service confirmed two tornadoes touched down on May 16 during strong storms that hit parts of Maryland, Delaware and New Jersey.

The EF-1 tornado in Delaware—snapping trees and moving a building near Bethel—caused damage with no injuries while the EF-0 tornado in New Jersey left minor tree damage.

Former President Joe Biden received an aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis on May 16 during a routine exam and is reviewing treatment options while local officials including Gov. Matt Meyer and Mayor John Carney sent support—saying the people of Delaware stand with him—calling him a fighter.

Delaware lawmakers have introduced four bills to limit ICE by stopping federal agents from making arrests in courtrooms without warrants and banning private detention centers — the proposals, led by Rep. Mara Gorman, will be reviewed by the House Judiciary Committee on May 21 — as part of efforts to address growing immigration enforcement operations.

On Monday, Delaware's finance council reported its projected state funds for the next fiscal year in New Castle while Port of Wilmington oversight boards held public meetings to discuss expansion plans for a $635 million container terminal—actions that could shape upcoming legislative debates. At noon today, the House Transportation Committee will consider a bill to impose an extra $110 fee on electric vehicles registered in the state.

Delaware residents can enjoy a range of Memorial Day weekend events from May 23 to 26 that include the 10th Poseidon Festival in Bethany Beach with pirate and mermaid shows and live concerts at Constitution Yards in Wilmington.

Additional activities such as Tall Ship sailing trips on the Christina River and family events in Millsboro, Dewey Beach, Smyrna, Greenville, and Rehoboth mark the unofficial start of summer — inviting locals to celebrate together.

Senior Katie Payne led Tatnall to the D-II track and field title with a four gold medal performance—raising her career total to 10 state-meet golds.

Roger McGuinn Concert

7-10 p.m. — Baby Grand — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sounds of Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Roger McGuinn blending folk-rock with his iconic songwriting.

Spring Native Plant Sale

6-10 a.m. — Brandywine Zoo — $30 for a 6-pack of native plants — Purchase low-water native plants at this community-focused event.

Walk & Talk: Coffee

9:00-10:30 a.m. — Scout Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy a scenic stroll with coffee and good company along the Brandywine River.

Nerd Nite Wilmington

6-8 p.m. — Wilmington Brew Works — Free entry — Enjoy learning with friends while sipping great craft beer at this fun monthly gathering.

Cooking With The Calamari Sisters

2:00 PM - 4:15 PM — Delaware Theatre Company — Check local listings for pricing — Enjoy a delightful cooking demonstration with a comedic twist from the famous Calamari Sisters.

Laurie Berkner Concert

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate with Laurie Berkner and The Laurie Berkner Band as they perform classic kids' hits.

The Chester County Card Show

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Sturzebecker Health Science Center — Free entry — Explore 200 tables of sports cards, Pokemon, TCG, vintage memorabilia, and more in a spacious new location.

Virtual Tour of Senior Living Options

9 AM - 7 PM — Rockland Place — Free entry — Explore top-rated senior living options and discover award-winning dining and activities.

Summer Camp for Tiny Explorers: Wednesday Series

9-10 a.m. — Delaware Museum of Nature & Science — Members: $10, Non-members: $24.50 — Engage your little ones with hands-on science activities and outdoor exploration.

Kid Davis and the Bullets Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — Gallucio's Restaurant — No cover — Enjoy 1/2 price burgers while listening to the Americana sounds of Kid Davis & the Bullets.