UMD Medical System takes ownership of Prince George’s County hospitals in partnership The partnership went into effect on Sept. 1. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
One week after opening, Old Maryland Grill owner calls restaurant a “success” At one of College Park’s upscale restaurants, menu prices range from $15 to $49. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
With mayoral race looming, College Park City Council is considering some election changes The council examined proposals including one that would allow non-citizens to vote in local elections. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
“An extraordinary legacy”: University Police mourn death of former chief Kenneth Krouse Krouse was the longest-serving chief of University Police, holding the position for 20 years. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
City Council, Greek Life members discuss racism after noose found in UMD fraternity house A noose was found in the kitchen of Phi Tau’s chapter house on Fraternity Row on April 27. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
PHOTO GALLERY: Fire at Fuse 47 apartment complex Photos by Tom Hausman/The Diamondback DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Despite City Council vote to lower fees, parking permits around Terrapin Row remain high Area residents are paying 48 times more for parking than permit holders in all other residential parts of the city. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
The College Park Metro will close for two weeks in April as part of SafeTrack construction Officials also said the Purple Line is still on schedule to open in five years. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Prince George’s County Schools will close Wednesday for ‘Day Without a Woman’ strike About 1,700 of the county’s teachers and 30 percent of its transportation staff requested off as part of the strike. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
College Park is working on making crosswalks safer for bikers and pedestrians Some city officials are concerned, however, that state highway rules could prevent these measures. DBK Admin December 31, 0999