Hundreds gather in Annapolis for youth-led march against police brutality, systemic racism
The march was organized by two Annapolis High School students.
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.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
Dozens gather at UMD vigil for beloved African American Studies professor Jonathan England
Students remembered England as a mentor and devoted ally.
Prince George’s County Police suspends three officers amid investigation on use of force
Once officer kicked suspects in an assault at a Langley Park gas station, according to the investigation.
College Park City Council discusses sustainable building for new apartment construction
The complex, called The Standard, will include 283 apartment units.
Commencement in quarantine: How these UMD students celebrated their virtual graduation
Without an in-person graduation ceremony, some members of the class of 2020 found other ways to celebrate.