US education department to limit loan access for students obtaining non-professional degrees
The department’s federal loan cap for the degrees considered professional is $200,000, compared to the non-professional cap of $100,000.
New Prince George’s County program aims to make solar panels more accessible, affordable
The initiative offers grants to homeowners to install solar panels as part of the county’s effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Trump administration moves forward with dismantling US education department
The department will start by breaking down some of its main offices and reallocating responsibilities to other federal departments.
Prince George’s County Council voices support for congressional redistricting plan
Earlier this month, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced the revival of a bipartisan redistricting advisory commission to consider mid-decade redistricting.
Maryland to face nearly $1.4 billion budget deficit in 2026 legislative session
The deficit is about five times larger than the predicted amount of $300 million in March, according to the spending affordability briefing.
UMD students voice worry, call to action as Hurricane Melissa devastates communities
The Category 5 hurricane wreaked havoc across the Caribbean, making landfall in Jamaica before heading toward Cuba, Haiti, the Bahamas and Bermuda.
Trump administration demands state leaders undo full SNAP payments
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore had allotted $62 million from the Fiscal Responsibility Fund for SNAP benefits for Maryland residents.
Maryland sues Trump administration over blocking FBI headquarters move to Greenbelt
Maryland is suing on the grounds that Trump violated Congress’ decision, unlawfully re-allocated billions in funds and ignored federal requirements to consult with the state.
UMD community members rally university administration to keep ICE off campus
The group marched from Hornbake Plaza to the Thomas V. Miller Administration building, holding up signs and chanting phrases like “say it loud, say it clear: immigrants are welcome here.”
Gov. Wes Moore starts Maryland redistricting efforts amid national voter map battle
As midterm elections approach, U.S. President Donald Trump is tactfully trying to avoid Democrats gaining at least three more seats in Congress.