College Park’s District 1 city council candidates debate development, transit All five residents vying for a spot participated in the debate, which was sponsored by local newspaper College Park Here and Now. Eden Binder October 19, 2023
Fiery debate pauses bill to eliminate tipped minimum wages in Prince George’s County The bill, CB-098, mandates that all tipped workers in the county must receive at least the state minimum wage by 2028. Savannah Grooms October 18, 2023
Filipino community members say Manila Mart in Prince George’s County offers a taste of home Since its founding in 1996, Manila Mart has grown to include a cafe and has become a gathering space. Maximo Legaspi October 18, 2023
College Park City Council candidates in student-heavy District 3 share priorities Council members John Rigg and Stuart Adams are the only two elected incumbents on the ballot who are facing a challenger. Eden Binder October 17, 2023
UMD sees decline in reported COVID-19 cases after early-semester spike The campus community reported nearly 700 COVID-19 cases in the first four weeks of the semester. Parker Leipzig October 16, 2023
Lakeland residents say they want their visions prioritized in restorative justice initiatives A group of University of Maryland graduate students is putting together a comprehensive report on needed improvements in Lakeland. Katharine Wilson October 16, 2023
College Park museum’s event highlights Latinas in aviation The day-long event included children’s activities, mentorship circles and an exhibit about the history of Latina representation in aviation. Olivia Borgula October 16, 2023
College Park City Council discusses potential expansion of mayor pro tem role Some council members think the mayor pro tem should have increased legal power in the city’s charter to lighten the mayor’s load. Eden Binder October 11, 2023
Prince George’s County Council discusses restricting locations of cannabis dispensaries The bill, CB-070, mandates that cannabis dispensaries must be in industrial zones — outside of high business areas that are near residential areas, such as shopping centers and strip malls. Natalie Weger October 10, 2023
College Park businesses could receive up to $200K through business retention fund The fund's goal is to help businesses who wish to stay in the city, College Park’s economic development director said. Eden Binder October 5, 2023