“Stop Loh wages for student workers”: SLAP, union members rally for workers’ rights It was part of a statewide rally in support of worker’s rights during ongoing state employee contract negotiations. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD alerts said there was a tornado warning. The National Weather Service disagreed. There was a tornado watch in Prince George’s County, but not a warning. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
A new medical facility could be coming to Largo in Prince George’s County The 15-member health commission will meet to approve the facility at the end of this month. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Ben Jealous wants to lower Maryland’s sales tax He announced a plan to change the rate to 5.75 percent. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD Senate will consider programs in environmental health, finance and computer networking After a Senate Executive Committee vote, the four proposals will go to the University Senate next month. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
Clinton and Trump disagree on climate change, but haven’t discussed it in 2016 debates Ken Bone’s sweater made him internet famous, but here’s why his energy question mattered. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
“It’s hot as shit”: UMD students in dorms without AC have taken to sleeping in lounges A heat advisory was issued for some specific campus dorms. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
UMD Police say pepper spray investigation’s publicity doesn’t set precedent The department has not yet implemented diversity training or completed a use of force policy review. DBK Admin December 31, 0999
A College Park pastor looking to start community diversity dialogues may get city support The College Park City Council postponed its decision until it learns more about the ways the city would be involved. DBK Admin December 31, 0999