UMD tightens hiring guidelines amid Maryland budget deficit
The measures come as Maryland faces a $2.7 billion deficit. Gov. Wes Moore’s budget proposal includes $111 million in budget cuts to the University System of Maryland.
Trump opposes plan to build new FBI headquarters in Greenbelt
In November 2023, President Joe Biden’s administration chose Greenbelt as the location for the new FBI headquarters.
UMD, College Park community members celebrate Iftar with prayer, food
Iftar is the sunset meal to break the daily fast during Ramadan and is traditionally broken with dates or water.
Two lanes on Route 1 set to temporarily close this spring for Purple Line construction
The closure will impact Route 1 from Hotel Drive to Fraternity Row. The sidewalk on one side of the road will also be closed
UMD students say Campus Drive bike lane poses safety risk
Some community members said pedestrians and micromobility users straying from their respective lanes has led to dangerous interactions near the bike lane.
UMD students criticize limited water, bathroom access after multiple water main breaks
This university responded to nine water breaks between November and January compared to just three breaks between August and October.
UPDATED: UMD heat, hot water temperatures return to normal after steam pressure loss
The loss of steam pressure, which is affecting both residential halls and other buildings across campus, occurred around 8:30 p.m. at the campus steam plant.
UMD to close at 2 p.m. Tuesday due to inclement weather
College Park is under a Winter Storm Warning from 1 p.m. Tuesday to 7 a.m. Wednesday, according to The Weather Channel.
UMD to begin construction for bike lanes project on Alumni Drive this summer
The planned improvements, which are fully funded, are part of this university’s mission to create a “complete street segment,” on Alumni Drive.
Proposed WMATA budget includes increased service, extended rail system operating hours
Students and community members say the budget proposal would make Metro more accessible and convenient.