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Activists criticize Prince George’s County Council bill pausing townhome development

The proposed bill would look to promote growth in county-defined transit hubs by placing a two-year pause on townhome development in areas that are not as transit-oriented.

Akshaj Gaur
April 16, 2023

Affordable housing, noise pollution take center stage at College Park mayoral debate

The special election comes after the March resignation and arrest of former mayor Patrick Wojahn. It will take place May 6 in the College Park City Hall.

Katharine Wilson
April 14, 2023

Prince George’s County Council considers budget increases for community college, libraries

Under the proposed budget, the county’s library system is expected to receive more than a $2 million increase in funding next year.

Akshaj Gaur
April 13, 2023

Potential College Park tax rate increase could fund rent subsidies, business grants

For each cent the tax rate is raised, the city could receive around $175,000 additional revenue, according to city documents.

Katharine Wilson
April 13, 2023

PGCPS sees big losses in geometry and algebra proficiency

English language arts proficiency level increased across the five most populous counties in Maryland.

Parker Leipzig
April 11, 2023

Meet the candidates running for mayor in College Park’s special election

Election day voting will be held May 6 at City Hall from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Early voting will be at Davis Hall from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m May 2.

Katharine Wilson
April 9, 2023

PGCPS educators call for data-driven, innovative approach from new CEO

After current CEO Monica Goldson announced her planned retirement in January, the school system launched its first CEO search since 2019.

Akshaj Gaur
April 7, 2023

Metro’s Yellow Line to reopen May 7 after eight-month closure

The stations beyond Mount Vernon Square, including the College Park station, will continue only receiving service from the Green Line.

Bridget Byrne
April 4, 2023

College Park considers city’s first pedestrian-only plaza on Knox Road

Based on the initial plans, the council will consider whether to make a permanent plaza between Route 1 and Yale Avenue or use removable bollards to set up a plaza there on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights as well as during city events.

Bridget Byrne
April 4, 2023

More than 99% of UMD employee political donations went to Democrats in 2021 and 2022

Employees donated more than $290,000 in 2021 and 2022, with just more than $7,000 going toward Republicans.

Eric Neugeboren
April 4, 2023