UMD places “severe” restrictions on research due to coronavirus pandemic An application process is being developed for researchers who want to continue their work on-campus. Rina Torchinsky March 21, 2020
UMD international students feel stranded as COVID-19 devastates their home countries As the coronavirus spreads, some international students aren't returning home. Clara Longo de Freitas March 21, 2020
UMD cancels in-person graduation ceremonies, classes this semester The announcement comes after Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan's recommendation Thursday morning. Eric Neugeboren March 19, 2020
PG officials will release some inmates from county jail to prevent coronavirus spread The State's Attorney and public defender's offices are set to work together. Amanda Hernández March 19, 2020
Prince George’s County man is the first person to die of coronavirus in Maryland The man was in his 60s and had an underlying medical condition. Rina Torchinsky March 18, 2020
College Park City Council conferences virtually amid coronavirus pandemic It's part of the city’s latest efforts to encourage “social distancing” to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Angela Mecca March 18, 2020
Community members offer rides, lodging and more to UMD students in need amid pandemic Twenty-four people signed up to help students in need. Diamondback Staff March 17, 2020
Maryland General Assembly passes hate crime bill in honor of Richard Collins The bill still requires Gov. Larry Hogan's signature. Matt McDonald March 17, 2020
Worker at a building in UMD’s Discovery District tests negative for coronavirus So far, 37 Marylanders have tested positive, including 10 in Prince George’s County. Jillian Atelsek March 16, 2020
Hogan orders Maryland bars, restaurants to close as coronavirus spreads Drive-thru and food delivery services will continue to operate, he said. Rina Torchinsky March 16, 2020