Seven people shot inside College Park’s The Hotel, police say Two remain hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, police say. Madison Peek November 1, 2020
Students Helping Honduras holds Halloween-themed fundraiser for COVID-19 relief The organization sold spooky-themed baskets to raise money for the Students Helping Honduras COVID Emergency Fund. Freelance Reporter October 30, 2020
UMD experts advise students on taking care of their mental health during the pandemic The panelists encouraged students to maintain schedules that included going outside, taking walks and disengaging from the news. Lyna Bentahar October 30, 2020
Maryland comptroller calls for more small business relief at virtual town hall Only 5 percent of small businesses have received pandemic-related relief from the state. Clara Niel October 30, 2020
UMD to fund free one-on-one STI testing for the next several months The testing, which started in October, will continue into the spring semester. Madison Peek October 30, 2020
UMD students volunteer as poll workers during early voting at Xfinity Center The polls are currently open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for early voting. Freelance Reporter October 30, 2020
Hispanic freshman enrollment at UMD jumped to a four-year high this fall There was also a small increase in the number of Black or African American freshmen enrolled. Eric Neugeboren October 30, 2020
Construction has started on a new apartment complex near Denny’s They're aiming to open housing to students by August 2022. Anaya Truss-Williams October 30, 2020
“A lot of possibilities”: UMD students modify Halloween celebrations as COVID-19 spreads The CDC designated traditional trick-or-treating and indoor parties as "higher risk activities." Sahana Jayaraman October 29, 2020
Prince George’s County will remain in Phase Two due to rising COVID-19 cases County Executive Angela Alsobrooks made the announcement Thursday. Emily Williams October 29, 2020