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Prince George’s County food banks feeling pressure from high demand, loss of SNAP benefits

The government shutdown will stop nationwide distribution of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, commonly referred to as food stamps, on Nov. 1.

Mayah Nachman
October 31, 2025

Gov. Wes Moore issues $10M to support food banks ahead of SNAP benefits pause

About 680,000 Maryland residents who rely on SNAP benefits, commonly known as food stamps, will not receive food assistance starting Nov. 1.

Mayah Nachman
October 30, 2025

College Park housing program supports local workers with down payment, closing cost assistance

Since its start in 2015, the partnership has assisted 104 homebuyers and supported $40.5 million in home sales within College Park.

Tyler Quattrin
October 30, 2025

Here’s what to know about the nationwide pause in SNAP benefits

About 680,000 Maryland residents who rely on federal food assistance programs will not receive their November benefits.

Diamondback Staff
October 30, 2025

UMD SGA encourages College Park City Council to pass early lease ordinance

The ordinance would prohibit landlords from asking tenants to release their apartments until 180 days before their current lease expires.

Keira Hardesty
October 30, 2025

Upcoming Shoppers College Park closure leaves community members worried

United Natural Foods, Inc., announced late October that Shoppers’ College Park and other nearby locations will close on or before Nov. 8.

Bella DeCrescenzo
October 30, 2025

UMD community members demand sanctuary campus status, non-compliance with ICE

More than 2,700 people have signed a petition calling on administrators to declare the university a sanctuary campus.

Irit Skulnik
October 29, 2025

UnLocked Project panel emphasizes effects of incarceration on families, support methods

The panel was held to bring awareness to issues commonly faced by incarcerated people and how incarceration influences families and communities.

Freelance Reporter
October 29, 2025

UMD alum leads long writing career, inspires Hollywood movie

Jeffrey Kluger co-authored a book that was adapted into a movie called Apollo 13 in 1995.

Freelance Reporter
October 29, 2025

Renowned chef Peter Chang brings Szechuan restaurant to College Park

Peter Chang took over the location of MeatUp Korean BBQ & Bar, which closed on Aug. 3, and opened Peter Chang Kitchen & Bar in the same building later that month.

Bella DeCrescenzo
October 28, 2025