Prince George’s County fire departments remain understaffed, chief says Acting fire chief Ben Barksdale said county departments are struggling to keep up with demand for services. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
SHA, utility companies are preparing for Route 1 construction in 2018 The Route 1 construction will add bike lanes and a landscaped median. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
College Park officials are hopeful for Purple Line despite Trump’s budget proposal Trump’s proposed budget would cut millions in federal grants, some of which would help fund the Purple Line. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Gov. Larry Hogan’s approval rating “largely unaffected” by national politics, poll finds The governor’s 7 percentage point approval rating dip is likely attributed to the Maryland General Assembly being in session. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
A UMD student group is donating 300 books to a D.C. juvenile detention center Justice for Juniors travels to the Youth Services Center each week, serving as mentors by working with the teenagers there. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
“We will fight it”: Maryland politicians lambaste Donald Trump’s immigration ban U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) was one of many politicians to voice their concerns. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
College Park raises fine for illegal dumping from $50 to $1,000 City officials hope the state-maximum fine will help curb bulk item littering in public places. Carmen Molina Acosta December 31, 0999
Some UMD faculty live in poverty. A state bill would expand their union rights. The bill would grant collective bargaining rights to all USM faculty members and graduate student employees. Angela Roberts December 31, 0999
Alloy by Alta brings more housing to College Park — but UMD students worry it’s too pricey The new complex will offer a pet spa, a resort-style pool and a Bocce court. Samantha Subin December 31, 0999
Two UMD Kappa Alpha members are charged with breaking into their own frat house They're set to appear in court this month. Jeff Barnes December 31, 0999