Prince George’s County community reflects on Mel Franklin’s ‘devastating’ resignation
Franklin was charged with multiple counts of felony theft scheme, embezzlement and perjury related to alleged misuse of campaign funds.
UMPD saw significant increase in larceny-theft reports in 2023 after switch to new system
More incidents are counted under the new system, which leads to more transparency, UMPD spokesperson Lt. Rosanne Hoaas said.
UMD announces new traffic pattern at Campus Drive and Adelphi Road
University administration recommends drivers only use campus entrances at Paint Branch Drive, Stadium Drive or Baltimore Avenue starting Tuesday.
College Park City Council considers funding elementary school tutoring program
The city’s education advisory committee recommended the council pay $40,000 to implement the Amplify Tutoring-led reading program.
Angela Alsobrooks allegedly saved thousands of dollars from improper tax exemptions
For more than a decade, Alsobrooks claimed the homestead tax exemption for two properties in Washington, D.C., and Maryland, CNN reported.
College Park Towers scheduled to undergo significant redevelopment
Landmark Properties plans to redevelop the site into a new housing complex called The Mark at College Park.
Prince George’s County officials hope to limit illegal guns, pinpoint repeat offenders
The Prince George’s County Council’s gun violence study workgroup discussed recent initiatives to reduce gun violence across the county.
PGCPS officials discuss bus driver shortage, parental communication
Prince George’s County Public Schools is short nearly 200 bus drivers despite reducing the number of routes, according to PGCPS’ transportation director.
College Park City Council discusses lowering voting age, mail-in voting for local elections
Less than 10 percent of registered voters in College Park are participating in local elections, according to city documents.
Environmental justice activists gather in College Park for 10th annual symposium
The symposium was organized by the Community Engagement, Environmental Justice and Health Center at the University of Maryland’s public health school.