Former Prince George’s County Council member Mel Franklin charged with embezzlement
The charges come days after Franklin resigned from the Prince George’s County Council.
Two major defense contractors gave UMD more than $46 million from 2010 to 2023
Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman gave more than $46 million to the University of Maryland from 2010 to November 2023 in donations and research funding.
Here’s a look at the College Park business scene in 2024
New restaurants and shops have opened around The University of Maryland after a slew of business closures.
Lakeland family hopes for county historic designation of generational properties
The Prince George’s County planning board approved the request for the three homes’ historic site status in last week's meeting.
Federal grant aims to boost UMD student poll workers for 2024 election
The grant was part of the Help America Vote College Program, which provides grants to encourage poll worker participation among college students.
UMD fraternity, sorority members speak out against cease and desist order
The cease and desist order prevents current members of fraternities and sororities from talking to new members about “Greek-letter organization activities.”
College Park could soon have a new community garden
The garden would be located in Davis Field and the Hollywood Community Garden, which city staff said needs upgrades.
UMD students hope new tenants union gives voice to College Park renters
The union, which had its first meeting last week, plans to create committees of renters from each off-campus apartment building to coordinate action.
Lakeland residents hope proposed community center celebrates neighborhood’s history
After more than a year of community discussions, Lakeland leaders were able to secure a space inside the development for a new community center.
Prince George’s County activists call for permanent cap on rent increases
Dozens of county residents rallied Friday in Lake Arbor in response to the lack of a permanent rent stabilization policy.