A $1.4 billion proposal from Gov. Hogan could soften the pandemic’s blow to the USM budget
The support would allow USM to limit the rise of in-state tuition to 2 percent.
At Maryland hearing, USM grad students once again fight for collective bargaining rights
This is the ninth year that a collective bargaining bill has been introduced in the Maryland General Assembly.
This Maryland bill would eliminate life-without-parole sentences for juveniles
For some, it could be a second chance at life after years behind bars.
Marylanders who qualify for the RELIEF Act could start receiving stimulus checks this week
The comptroller’s office will send payments via direct deposit for the majority of eligible people.
UMD opposes state bill that would overhaul how Maryland handles public records requests
Currently, a five-person board can only resolve disputes involving excessive fees for records requests. This bill would expand the board's jurisdiction.
Maryland groups rally to ensure legal representation for those facing deportation
The CAIR Coalition and CASA Maryland are among the organizations advocating for the legislation.
USM university presidents promote COVID-19 vaccine in video presentation
The aim of the campaign was to increase vaccine credibility and participation.
Maryland lawmakers and USM employees speak on collective bargaining bill at hearing
The bill would allow a union representing multiple institutions to negotiate a “master agreement” with the system.
Maryland lawmakers discuss climate change, environmental justice at virtual hearing
The Climate Solutions Act Now of 2021 requires the state to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045.
UMD students host symposium to raise awareness of the opioid crisis in rural areas
Three friends founded Combatting Overdoses in Rural Areas in June.