The Diamondback’s 2021 College Park election guide
Your guide to the candidates in College Park’s 2021 election.
College Park City Council candidates weigh in on affordable housing, development
With elections on the horizon, The Diamondback spoke with candidates about city development and the tree canopy.
UMD SGA to commit to 4-year contract with voter accessibility nonprofit TurboVote
The act comes ahead of November city elections and will last into the 2024 presidential race.
Here’s what the College Park City Council was up to over the summer
The council is working to allocate COVID-19 relief funding and to address restorative justice. And city elections are on the horizon.
College Park Mayor Patrick Wojahn talks racial equity, economy ahead of fall elections
Although elections are not until November, Wojahn has already begun developing policies for the term that will address issues the College Park community is facing.
The Biden administration must step in and fight states’ voter suppression
It's time for Biden to pursue structural change to ensure all voters' voices are counted.
College Park City Council introduces ordinance to amend several election policies
The ordinance would allow the council to change the election's date and deadlines for individuals to file and withdraw their candidacy.
Students under 18 can’t vote, but they found other ways to stay engaged
Minors can donate to campaigns or work a phone bank.
Takoma Park is one of five cities where minors can vote. And young voters are turning out.
"Having more people vote, particularly at a local level ... is super important."
College Park to hold District 2 special election Nov. 8
In-person voting will take place at the College Park Community Center.