College Park to launch new city website
Some additions to the new website include a section to help users better navigate the site, an improved council and staff directory and a dedicated language translation button.
Elected officials urge Prince George’s County to support a ceasefire in Palestine
Twenty-eight elected officials sent a letter in support of a ceasefire to County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and the Prince George’s County Council.
Prince George’s County Council considers extending rent stabilization through October
The 2023 Rent Stabilization Act, which is set to expire April 17, limits landlords from increasing rents by more than 3 percent per year.
Prince George’s County Council committee discusses bill to promote safety at gun stores, ranges
The information, such as handouts and signs, would focus on suicide prevention, firearm training, conflict resolution and mental health resources.
College Park City Council discusses city-university partnership, affordable housing
The partnership, which was created in 1997, seeks to promote economic development and a sustainable community for both the city and university.
PGCPS to expand pre-K as part of statewide education plan
The expansion plan proposes 18 additional prekindergarten classes by the 2029 school year, adding to the county’s current 112 providers.
MOM’s Organic Market employees accuse CEO of unfair labor practices at UMD lecture
In a Q&A session after the presentation, several College Park MOM’s union members called out the company’s treatment of union employees.
College Park could soon have a new community garden
The garden would be located in Davis Field and the Hollywood Community Garden, which city staff said needs upgrades.
Restorative Justice Commission seeks to rename local sites to honor Lakeland heritage
The commission was established in 2022 with the goal of reckoning with the city’s history and restoring the Lakeland neighborhood.
College Park City Council considers loosening eligibility for rent subsidy program
The city council discussed adding income-based qualifications for any household in the city below 40 percent or 60 percent of the area median income.