UMD students express disappointment about government shutdown
Some university community members have been furloughed or put on back-pay from their federal jobs and internships because of the shutdown.
U.S. Supreme Court lets Trump proceed with mass Education Department layoffs
The decision allows the administration to continue dismantling the department as part of a broader push to shrink the federal workforce.
UMD education students remain passionate amid U.S. education department changes
Trump has carried out a number of actions against the country’s education system since taking office in January with the goal of dismantling the education department.
National uncertainty, $3 billion deficit headline Wes Moore’s State of State address
Moore aims to reduce Maryland's budget deficit by focusing on increasing the state’s economic competitiveness.
Decorum requires dignity. The Senate should adhere to an inclusive dress code.
To command authority, senators should still dress to impress.
To ensure social progression, constitutional amendments should be easier to pass
We need the Constitution. But we also need more constitutional amendments.
As plan to sell NASA land is rejected, activists are still concerned about development
If NASA and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service cannot agree on a price for the land, it will go up for public sale.
UMD receives approval for $21 million in funding from CARES Act to cover pandemic losses
Half of the funding will be directed toward students considered eligible by the federal government.
UMD, WaPo poll finds most Americans do not want to rush reopening nonessential businesses
Over half said they would feel uncomfortable going to restaurants, movie theaters and clothing stores.
With limited federal funding, Prince George’s County businesses are relying on local help
A GoFundMe page has raised over $15,000 for four restaurants in Riverdale Park.