UMD to offer pass/fail grading on up to 7 credits in the spring The announcement comes after widespread backlash from students over the lack of an extended pass/fail grading system in the fall. Amanda Hernández January 22, 2021
Hogan: Maryland to enter phase 1B of the state’s COVID-19 vaccination plan People over 75, K-12 teachers, and child care providers are next. Brent Abel January 14, 2021
Biden’s emergency COVID-19 plan includes stimulus checks for adult dependents Adult dependents, which includes many college students, are eligible for $1,400 stimulus checks, per Biden's plan. Rina Torchinsky January 14, 2021
Indoor dining ban extended in Prince George’s County The ban was originally set to expire Jan. 16. Brent Abel January 14, 2021
Maryland records first two cases of UK COVID-19 variant in Anne Arundel County One Marylander who contracted the variant had recently traveled abroad. Brent Abel January 12, 2021
UMD has yet to receive COVID-19 vaccine doses, health center says The school is crafting a plan for vaccine distribution for when doses arrive. Brent Abel January 8, 2021
College Park Mayor Patrick Wojahn pushes to extend indoor dining ban in the county The county ban on indoor dining is currently set to expire Jan. 16. Clara Longo de Freitas January 6, 2021
Maryland football to decline any bowl invite, ending season The move was made due to a pause in team activities, which was caused by a COVID-19 outbreak. Alexander Dacy December 20, 2020
Maryland football cancels game against Michigan State after at least 21 new COVID-19 cases The Terps reported 15 positive tests from athletes in the week of Dec. 10. Alexander Dacy December 17, 2020
All Maryland hospitals will have COVID-19 vaccine doses within two weeks The state reactivated the National Guard to help with vaccine distribution, Gov. Hogan announced Tuesday. Daisy Grant December 15, 2020