Prince George’s County to adopt 46 of 50 recommendations from police reform work group County Executive Angela Alsobrooks announced the changes at a Friday press conference. Emily Williams February 5, 2021
La Plata Hall residents must restrict activity or return home after uptick in COVID cases Students must make their decision by 7 p.m. Friday, according to an email sent to residents. Eric Neugeboren February 5, 2021
UMD names 19 faculty and students to provost search committee The announcement comes a week after former Provost Mary Ann Rankin's official resignation. Angela Roberts February 5, 2021
UMPD responds to a reported burglary in South Campus Commons 1 The department’s criminal investigations unit is investigating this incident. Rina Torchinsky February 5, 2021
UMD students appreciate spring pass/fail option but say it’s long overdue "Why couldn’t they have done it last semester?” Diamondback Staff February 5, 2021
UMD freshmen on campus for the first time balance safety and social life Some students have struggled to make friends. Christine Zhu February 5, 2021
Some Commons, Courtyards residents remain dissatisfied after UMD’s agreement with MEDCO Residents are still being held responsible for the remaining seven months of their 12-month leases. Jonathan Tercasio February 5, 2021
Here’s what the Biden administration has done so far to reform the immigration system Biden has signed eight executive orders on issues ranging from DACA to family reunification. Amanda Hernández February 5, 2021
UMD SGA members to gather data on student housing costs in College Park They hope the data will influence city decisions. Clara Niel February 5, 2021
Maryland lawmakers discuss climate change, environmental justice at virtual hearing The Climate Solutions Act Now of 2021 requires the state to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045. Matt McDonald February 4, 2021