New Prince George’s County Council chair hopes to move beyond status quo
Oriadha succeeds District 8 council member Edward Burroughs III, who became the council’s youngest-ever chair at 32 when he was elected in March.
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.
Prince George’s County food distributions help residents put holiday meals on the table
About half of Prince George’s County residents face food insecurity, according to Capital Area Food Bank.
College Park City Council raises safety concerns over recent increase in Veo violations, ridership
City reports show that Veo’s fall ridership is up 62 percent from last year, while rider violations reached 305 in October.
Prince George’s County to tighten police chase guidelines, honor 3-year-old victim
The bill tightens restrictions on vehicle chases and requires police agencies to report all pursuits.
Prince George’s County gained federal workers from January to March amid layoffs
Prince George’s County’s federal workforce grew by nearly 0.4 percent between January and March, most recent data available show.
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.
College Park City Council extends curbside food scrap collection program
The council voted to continue the city’s contract with Compost Crew, a Maryland-based food scrap collection company.
Prince George’s County officials hope to redevelop Six Flags property into business hub
Six Flags closed the Maryland location because it no longer fit with its long-term growth plan.
UMD students, landlords clash on proposed early lease ordinance
If passed, the ordinance would prohibit landlords from offering a lease renewal earlier than 180 days after the start of the tenant’s current lease.