Hundreds gather in Annapolis for youth-led march against police brutality, systemic racism The march was organized by two Annapolis High School students. Matt McDonald June 6, 2020
College Park church holds vigil to unite community in wake of nationwide protests 150 community members attended the event. Arya Hodjat June 6, 2020
UMD refers those involved in post mocking George Floyd’s death to Student Conduct Office Floyd died after a Minnesota officer pressed his knee on his neck for almost nine minutes. Angela Roberts June 6, 2020
At town hall, UMD black community members vent anger after George Floyd’s death The Nyumburu Cultural Center and Black Faculty and Staff Association led the event. Angela Roberts June 5, 2020
UMD to offer leave Monday to employees who wish to take time to mourn George Floyd George Floyd was remembered Thursday at a Minneapolis memorial service. Angela Roberts June 5, 2020
In a nation gripped by protests, PG County churches and congregants turn to prayer Nineteen religious bodies in the county held a 12-hour prayer session Tuesday. Diamondback Staff June 5, 2020
“Still fighting”: Black UMD students add their voices to protests against police brutality “I’m exhausted that in the year 2020, black people, we’re still fighting to prove that our lives matter,” one student said. Diamondback Staff June 4, 2020
Prince George’s County leaders discuss protests, police accountability at town hall The meeting took place less than 24 hours after the county's police department suspended three officers. Lyna Bentahar June 4, 2020
Maryland Gov. Hogan announces state will enter phase two of reopening plan on Friday The governor also honored the life of George Floyd at Wednesday's press conference. Matt McDonald June 3, 2020
Dozens gather at UMD vigil for beloved African American Studies professor Jonathan England Students remembered England as a mentor and devoted ally. Clara Longo de Freitas June 3, 2020