Delaware
Unemployment claims in Delaware declined last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Delaware dropped last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday.
New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, fell to 472 in the week ending November 29, down from 672 the week before, the Labor Department said.
U.S. unemployment claims dropped to 191,000 last week, down 27,000 claims from 218,000 the week prior on a seasonally adjusted basis.
Nebraska saw the largest percentage increase in weekly claims, with claims jumping by 98.5%. Virgin Islands, meanwhile, saw the largest percentage drop in new claims, with claims dropping by 58.3%.
USA TODAY Co. is publishing localized versions of this story on its news sites across the country, generated with data from the U.S. Department of Labor’s weekly unemployment insurance claims report.
Delaware
Rehoboth officials announce road closures for April 12 running festival
Thousands of runners are expected to compete Sunday, April 12, in the Coastal Delaware Running Festival 9K, half-marathon and full marathon.
The race routes will take participants around Rehoboth Beach and surrounding areas, causing brief closures and restrictions.
Access to the following Rehoboth-area roads will be restricted to street residents only from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., April 12: Henlopen Avenue (Henlopen Acres residents should use Second Street for access), Columbia Avenue, Grove Street from Columbia Avenue to Henlopen Avenue, Gerar Street, Sussex Street between Fifth and Fourth streets, Ocean Drive and Surf Avenue.
Drivers should also anticipate possible brief closures on the following roads from 7 to 9 a.m.: Lake Avenue, Oak Avenue, Second Street from Columbia Avenue to Lake Avenue, Virginia Avenue first block, and First Street from Virginia Avenue to Lake Avenue.
City of Rehoboth Beach officials appreciate motorists’ cooperation and patience during these closures.
For more information, including maps and pictures, go to codelrun.com.
Delaware
17-year-old girl hospitalized after shooting in Wilmington, Delaware: Police
An investigation is underway after police said a 17-year-old girl was shot in Wilmington, Delaware.
According to the Wilmington Police Department, just after 4 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, on the 1400 block of North Walnut Street, officers found a 17-year-old girl gunshot victim.
Police said the teen was transported to a nearby hospital and placed in stable condition.
At this time, no arrests have been made. Police said the incident remains under investigation.
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Douglas Rivell at (302) 576-3633 or provide information to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Tip-3333 or Delawarecrimestoppers.com.
Delaware
Delaware Lottery Powerball, Play 3 Day winning numbers for April 8, 2026
The Delaware Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at Wednesday, April 8, 2026 results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from April 8 drawing
03-16-17-42-52, Powerball: 03, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Play 3 numbers from April 8 drawing
Day: 6-8-6
Night: 4-3-5
Check Play 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Play 4 numbers from April 8 drawing
Day: 4-8-1-8
Night: 3-7-1-3
Check Play 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Multi-Win Lotto numbers from April 8 drawing
02-06-14-19-25-34
Check Multi-Win Lotto payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Lotto America numbers from April 8 drawing
14-27-40-46-47, Star Ball: 02, ASB: 02
Check Lotto America payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Play 5 numbers from April 8 drawing
Day: 9-8-2-4-9
Night: 4-7-6-1-8
Check Play 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
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Sign the Ticket: Establish legal ownership by signing the back of your ticket with an ink pen.
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Prizes up to $599: Claim at any Delaware Lottery Retailer, in person at the Delaware Lottery Office, or mail your signed ticket and claim form; print your name/address on the ticket’s back and keep a copy/photo for records. By mail, send original tickets and documentation to: Delaware Lottery, 1575 McKee Road, Suite 102, Dover, DE 19904.
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Prizes up to $2,500: Claim in person at Delaware Lottery Retailer Claim Centers throughout Kent, Sussex and New Castle Counties.
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Prizes of $5,001 or more: Claim in person at the Delaware Lottery Office (business days 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) with a photo ID and Social Security card.
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For all prize claims, directions to the Delaware Lottery Office are available online or via mapquest.com for a map.
Check previous winning numbers and payouts at Delaware Lottery.
Can I claim a jackpot prize anonymously in Delaware?
Fortunately for First State residents, the Delaware Lottery allows winners remain anonymous. Unlike many other states that require a prize be over a certain jackpot, Delawareans can remain anonymous no matter how much, or how little, they win.
How long do I have to claim my prize in Delaware?
Tickets are valid for up to one year past the drawing date for drawing game prizes or within one year of the announced end of sales for Instant Games, according to delottery.com.
When are the Delaware Lottery drawings held?
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Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
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Mega Millions: 11:00 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
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Play 3, 4: Daily at 1:58 p.m. and 7:57 p.m., except Sunday afternoon.
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Multi-Win Lotto: 7:57 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
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Lucky for Life: Daily at 10:38 p.m.
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Lotto America: 11:00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Missed a draw? Peek at the past week’s winning numbers.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Delaware Online digital operations manager. You can send feedback using this form.
This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Delaware Lottery Powerball, Play 3 Day winning numbers for April 8, 2026
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