PGCPS looks to use data to accelerate student growth
PGCPS interim superintendent Shawn Joseph shared his initiative to make school data dashboards transparent and available for everyone at a town hall meeting last week.
UMD College Park student liaisons plan to focus on housing issues, civic engagement
One of their top priorities is creating an early lease ordinance that bans landlords from forcing tenants to commit to the next year right after they move in.
College Park City Council approves mural project to honor Lakeland’s legacy
The Lakeland Heritage Arts Project plans to make murals across the neighborhood on sidewalks, storm drains, retaining walls, fences and concrete paths.
Prince George’s County leaders pause data center development plans amid resident concerns
Residents have voiced concerns over the county’s plans approved in March 2024 to turn the vacant Landover Mall site into a large data center.
College Park officials brace for impact of federal facility closures
The city is preparing for less movement in its business scene and fewer people visiting after thousands have lost or are at risk of losing their jobs.
Nancy Pelosi headlines Steny Hoyer’s annual luncheon amid SGA backlash
Hoyer told The Diamondback he was disappointed with the SGA’s resolution said he and Pelosi should not be welcomed at the event.
PGCPS began school year short about 140 bus drivers
Bus drivers are being asked to cover additional routes, causing students and families to wait for delayed pick up and drop off times.
Prince George’s County Council member pays off lunch debt for District 5 schools
District 5 council member Shayla Adams-Stafford paid off $60,000 in school lunch debt in her district through the Excellence in Education for PGCPS fund.
College Park City Council discusses possible $10,000 pay raise for members
The city's human resources department determined a compensation increase was needed to align closer with nearby cities and towns.
Prince George’s County Council passes resolution to audit overdose response in schools
The resolution requires an audit to check if the school system aligns with state and local requirements for overdose-reversing medication requirements in schools.