Prince George’s County food distributions help residents put holiday meals on the table
About half of Prince George’s County residents face food insecurity, according to Capital Area Food Bank.
UMD project suggests ways food pantries can better serve communities
A university study looked into how food banks and pantries can make changes to achieve food justice and solve the hunger crisis.
UMD international student enrollment declined in fall 2025, data shows
Nearly 5,000 international students were enrolled at the university in fall 2024. That number decreased by about 400 students this fall
UMD SGA to begin impeachment investigation into student body president
The motion passed after SGA members claimed president Dhruvak Mirani exceeded his authority by firing a director for her behavior during a conflict.
Longtime UMD community member takes on new leadership position at Nyumburu Cultural Center
Psyche Williams-Forson became the center's interim director after its former leader, Ronald Zeigler, retired in August after serving for 25 years.
UMD announces $8.75M to support researchers amid federal funding uncertainty
The federal government has cancelled at least $30 million worth of grants at the university, The Diamondback reported in September.
College Park City Council raises safety concerns over recent increase in Veo violations, ridership
City reports show that Veo’s fall ridership is up 62 percent from last year, while rider violations reached 305 in October.
Prince George’s County to tighten police chase guidelines, honor 3-year-old victim
The bill tightens restrictions on vehicle chases and requires police agencies to report all pursuits.
Prince George’s County gained federal workers from January to March amid layoffs
Prince George’s County’s federal workforce grew by nearly 0.4 percent between January and March, most recent data available show.
Trump administration moves forward with dismantling US education department
The department will start by breaking down some of its main offices and reallocating responsibilities to other federal departments.