CIVICUS director takes on new role after 17 years Sue Briggs’ departure has elicited concern from the program’s alumni, who are requesting a town hall to discuss the transition. Freelance Reporter August 11, 2016
KFC uses antibiotics in its chicken. A Maryland advocacy group is trying to stop them. Maryland PIRG is petitioning KFC to stop feeding their birds antibiotics. Freelance Reporter August 11, 2016
“An abusive system”: Duo uncovers unusually high incarceration rate for immigrants Their findings reveal that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is over-detaining immigrants. Freelance Reporter August 11, 2016
Greenbelt’s FBI headquarters bid just got more attractive thanks to Gov. Larry Hogan Potential building costs were reduced by hundreds of millions. Hannah Lang August 11, 2016
Federal judge stalls Purple Line project over ridership and safety concerns But College Park officials remain optimistic. Alex Carolan August 11, 2016
The iSchool’s new dean spent some time at the White House Before coming to this university, Keith Marzullo worked in the White House’s Office of Science and Technology Policy. Freelance Reporter August 11, 2016
A group of young people could be the next step toward a better Baltimore Police Department The Youth Advisory Board will give police feedback once a week. Naomi Grant August 11, 2016
Police investigate armed robbery Two arrests were made, but a third suspect escaped. Michael Brice-Saddler August 6, 2016
Police investigate off-campus burglary The suspect entered the residence through an unsecured door. Michael Brice-Saddler August 5, 2016