Prince George’s County community reflects on Mel Franklin’s ‘devastating’ resignation
Franklin was charged with multiple counts of felony theft scheme, embezzlement and perjury related to alleged misuse of campaign funds.
Here’s how UMD students can vote in the 2024 elections
At the state level, Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and former Gov. Larry Hogan are vying for Maryland’s open U.S. Senate seat.
UMPD saw significant increase in larceny-theft reports in 2023 after switch to new system
More incidents are counted under the new system, which leads to more transparency, UMPD spokesperson Lt. Rosanne Hoaas said.
UMD announces new traffic pattern at Campus Drive and Adelphi Road
University administration recommends drivers only use campus entrances at Paint Branch Drive, Stadium Drive or Baltimore Avenue starting Tuesday.
UMD rises to No. 44 in national college rankings
The ranking, released by U.S. News, is the best this university has ever received.
UMD DOTS, student organizations transform parking spaces for sustainability initiative
Artists, urbanists and environmentalists were invited to reimagine parking spaces for different environmentally friendly uses.
College Park City Council considers funding elementary school tutoring program
The city’s education advisory committee recommended the council pay $40,000 to implement the Amplify Tutoring-led reading program.
UMD RHA hopes to create inclusive dorm communities, bolster student turnout
Several RHA executive board members said many students feel disconnected from the broader campus community.
UMD GSG members plan to focus on food insecurity, student fees
Varaa Kukreti will serve as the 2024-25 GSG president and Divon Pender will serve as the organization’s legislative affairs vice president.
Angela Alsobrooks allegedly saved thousands of dollars from improper tax exemptions
For more than a decade, Alsobrooks claimed the homestead tax exemption for two properties in Washington, D.C., and Maryland, CNN reported.