Haunted by Lakeland’s past, Maxine Gross is working to preserve her community’s history
Lakeland was a target of urban renewal in the 1970s. More than 50 years later, Maxine Gross still feels the effects.
Trump targets ‘Hamas sympathizers’ on college campuses in executive order
The order directs federal resources to “prosecute, remove or otherwise hold to account the perpetrators” of antisemitism on college campuses.
Holly Mercer named next UMD libraries dean
Mercer's appointment comes after this university’s former libraries dean Adriene Lim retired in June 2024. Daniel Mack has served as the interim dean since.
Maryland releases guidance for law enforcement, health care facilities on immigration
The guidance follows President Donald Trump’s 10 executive orders about immigration during his first week in office.
Trump’s proposed federal funding freeze sends college students, parents in panic
A federal judge temporarily blocked the order on Tuesday, which would not have affected federal funding for student loans and Pell Grants.
Anonymous donor pledges $10 million to support Maryland men’s basketball
The donation will support Maryland men’s basketball through a program-support endowment, according to a university news release.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, UMD announce $1 billion quantum technology initiative
The initiative aims to generate $1 billion in investments over the next five years and push advancements in quantum research, workforce development and industry collaboration.
UPDATED: Water conservation request lifted in Prince George’s, Montgomery counties
The commission issued a water conservation request on Sunday after a significant increase in water main breaks and leaks due to cold temperatures.
Special election for District 3 College Park City Council member set for March 11
One of the two District 3 council positions will be vacant starting Wednesday due to council member Stuart Adams’ resignation in late December.
College Park City Council member Stuart Adams resigns
Adams' resignation will be effective Jan. 8. He has represented District 3 since November 2021.