Tom Dernoga named Prince George’s County Council chair in leadership shake-up
Dernoga, who has served on the council for 12 years, succeeds at-large Democratic council member Calvin Hawkins as council chair.
College Park City Council considers free tutoring program for K-12 students
The program will not be connected directly to schools, so it will be a voluntary service for students who want to use the resource.
New UMD biotech campus to open in Montgomery County in 2023
The new campus, named the University of Maryland 3 — Institute for Health Computing, will focus on life sciences research.
Prince George’s County Council to focus on transparent development, environment
Incoming members of the Prince George's County Council are looking to rebuild public trust.
College Park sends out election survey to residents after historically low turnout
The survey comes after multiple unsuccessful attempts by the council to improve voter turnout.
Small plane crash causes power outages throughout Montgomery County
The pilot and passenger awaited rescue for more than seven hours.
Antisemitic, racist graffiti found in College Park Metro parking garage
A student at this university discovered the graffiti Friday and the images are still up as of Sunday afternoon.
College Park City Council approves redistricting plan after months of fiery debate
The approved map, called October Plan 1, was created by the city redistricting commission after the council advocated for the preservation of current districts.
Pollinator gardens, bee hotels and more: UMD community volunteers for Good Neighbor Day
The Community Engagement Office hosted the event.
College Park City Council holds contentious debate on pandemic relief funds to businesses
City staff recommended $350,000 in funding to Grillmarx prior to the meeting.