Here’s how PGCPS officials are preparing for ICE officers in schools PGCPS officials aim to educate community members about their immigration rights and reaffirm their commitment to making schools safe for students. Mayah Nachman February 10, 2025
PGCPS faces $37 million budget deficit amid state, federal funding cuts The school system will lose $77.6 million in federal funding for the next fiscal year due to the expiration of several grants issued under the American Rescue Plan. Stella Canino February 10, 2025
Prince George’s County Executive candidates discuss education, public safety in debate Twelve candidates are vying to fill the county executive seat after former county executive Angela Alsobrooks won November's U.S. Senate election. Pera Onal February 6, 2025
College Park community members debate lowering city voting age to 16 The city hopes lowering the voting age will increase civic engagement with younger residents and create a more inclusive voting environment. Pera Onal February 6, 2025
College Park City Council approves $50,000 grant to build preschool playground The playground at Monarch Preschool has been awaiting construction since 2021, the preschool’s director Krissie Taylor said. Keira Hardesty February 6, 2025
College Park MOM’s Organic Market employees reach settlement in unfair labor lawsuit The more than $17,000 settlement will be used to compensate 74 employees who were denied pay increases for weekend and holiday hours. Katharine Wilson February 5, 2025
College Park Starbucks employees unionize, fight for better working conditions Workers at the Starbucks in the College Park Shopping Center unanimously voted to unionize in December. Nicole Pilsbury February 5, 2025
Proposed WMATA budget includes increased service, extended rail system operating hours Students and community members say the budget proposal would make Metro more accessible and convenient. Lillian Glaros February 4, 2025
Compass Coffee, Honey Pig Korean BBQ among College Park’s new restaurants in 2025 Chopt Creative Salad Company, Duck Donuts and Li Chun Café are expected to open in the coming weeks. Keira Hardesty February 4, 2025
College Park hosts inaugural Lunar New Year celebration The Lunar New Year, which began on Wednesday, is a 15-day celebration starting on the lunar calendar’s first new moon. Sanya Wason February 3, 2025