College Park, Columbia University to partner to research Lakeland and urban renewal Columbia University will provide research consultant services for the city’s Restorative Justice Commission. Pera Onal December 9, 2024
Shake Shack set to open Wednesday in College Park The restaurant will donate $1 from every sandwich purchased Wednesday to the University of Maryland Campus Pantry. Nicole Pilsbury December 8, 2024
5 key bills the Prince George’s County Council passed in 2024 Of the bills the council passed, many focused on road safety, crime and housing costs, among other initiatives. Charlotte Kanner December 6, 2024
Here are the PGCPS school board election winners After May’s primary election, nine non-partisan candidates ran for five seats in Districts 1, 4, 5, 7 and 8. Irit Skulnik December 5, 2024
Prince George’s County Council fails to elect new chair District 5 council member and chair Jolene Ivey will likely keep her position for the 2025 legislative year, she told The Diamondback. Lillian Glaros December 4, 2024
PGCPS community members praise $25 million grant to expand student mental health services The school system will partner with 18 organizations that received funding to improve support for students. Lillian Glaros December 2, 2024
Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks resigns after winning US Senate race Alsobrooks' resignation sets a countywide special election for the seat into motion. Katharine Wilson December 2, 2024
Prince George’s County leaders look to address opioid epidemic with new funds, task force Prince George’s County is one of many jurisdictions benefiting from national opioid settlements. Charlotte Kanner November 26, 2024
WMATA board approves Metrobus overhaul that eliminates C8 route Some College Park community members worry the overhaul’s changes will negatively impact the city. Irit Skulnik November 25, 2024
Prince George’s County residents divided over minimum wage legislation The legislation, which passed Tuesday, will adjust minimum wage annually based on the average percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index. Charlotte Kanner November 21, 2024