Maryland’s US Senate candidates discuss undocumented voters, healthcare at forum Angela Alsobrooks, David Trone and Juan Dominguez shared their views in a forum hosted by the Latino Democrats of Prince George's County. Savannah Grooms December 4, 2023
Prince George’s County launches guaranteed basic income pilot program to support residents Thrive Prince George’s — the $4 million initiative — will provide monthly payments of $800 for two years to selected county residents. Savannah Grooms December 1, 2023
UMD announces new undergraduate research office The Office of Undergraduate Research will bring together students, faculty and staff from across campus departments to create research opportunities. Savannah Grooms November 17, 2023
Prince George’s County to join national effort to boost semiconductor chip manufacturing The county’s funding for this program comes from appropriations in the federal bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act. Savannah Grooms November 16, 2023
Prince George’s County residents detail challenges with county’s mental health resources Prince George's County has seen an increase in reported mental health challenges in recent years. Savannah Grooms November 10, 2023
Prince George’s County cannabis reinvestment board aims to address inequities The board will serve as the foundationof the Community Reinvestment and Repair Special Revenue Fund in the county. Savannah Grooms November 9, 2023
Prince George’s County to mandate security cameras in some housing facilities Prince George's County residents, landlords and legislators expressed mixed feelings regarding the new law. Savannah Grooms November 1, 2023
Fiery debate pauses bill to eliminate tipped minimum wages in Prince George’s County The bill, CB-098, mandates that all tipped workers in the county must receive at least the state minimum wage by 2028. Savannah Grooms October 18, 2023
PGCPS holds safety forum after increase in gun-related incidents Violence in PGCPS surged to unprecedented levels in recent years, according to the Prince George’s Police Department’s chief. Savannah Grooms September 29, 2023
PGCPS community members call for school improvements, transparency during funding hearing This fiscal year’s Capital Improvement Program contains $92.3M in state and county funding to modernize schools in the county. Savannah Grooms September 8, 2023