Officials say dismantling education department puts PGCPS programs at risk
Downsizing the department may have significant impacts on Title I funding, English as a second language programs and special education support throughout PGCPS.
College Park City Council discusses solutions to residential over-occupancy
Residential over-occupancy can lead to residents violating code enforcements when they don’t get proper permits or use small spaces for sleeping areas.
New affordable apartment units are coming to College Park this spring
The apartments will provide additional low income-housing opportunities in the city.
New Prince George’s County bill aims to improve mental health care for incarcerated people
The bill calls for the county to create crisis response teams made up of social workers, peer support experts and trained mental health professionals.
Chopt Creative Salad Company opens in College Park
The restaurant, which officially opened Wednesday, will offer customizable salads, warm bowls and wraps to the College Park community.
Maryland leaders, community members reflect on 1-year anniversary of Key Bridge collapse
The bridge will be rebuilt with full federal funding, which Congress approved in December after a monthslong push from the Maryland delegation.
Prince George’s County Council elects youngest-ever chair
District 8 council member Edward Burroughs III will serve as chair for the rest of the 2025 legislative year.
UMD horticulture class project aims to beautify Metro stations with native plants
The students are creating a glossary of plants and example plantings based on different Metro station environments.
Maryland to raise some taxes, cut $2.3 billion in spending under new budget deal
The budget framework adds at least $500 million in spending cuts to Moore’s initial budget proposal announced in January.
Jonathan White wins Prince George’s County Executive Republican primary
White earned nearly 38 percent of the 3,613 votes cast in the March 4 special primary, according to the Maryland state elections board.