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
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
“Preparing for the worst”: College Park City Council discusses plans to meet remotely The council's Tuesday meeting came shortly after the University of Maryland announced it would be extending spring break by a week and moving classes online for at least two weeks. Angela Mecca March 11, 2020
After heated debate in College Park, Prince George’s County halts tree work The “tree trimming” project was an attempt to increase safety measures for pilots flying at night, the airport's manager said. Angela Mecca March 10, 2020
Coronavirus updates: The Diamondback’s ongoing coverage This page will be updated regularly. Diamondback Staff Last updated August 27, 2020
UMBC, Towson, Salisbury, American extend spring breaks as area coronavirus cases mount Both universities cancelled classes as they prepare to move courses online. Sahana Jayaraman March 10, 2020
UMD should prepare to extend spring break by two weeks and hold classes online, system says UMD has yet to formally announce its plans. Rina Torchinsky March 10, 2020
Prince George’s County confirms three coronavirus cases All individuals who tested positive are currently self-quarantined in their homes. Jonathan Tercasio March 10, 2020
UMD hosts college prep workshop in Spanish for Prince George’s County parents and students The event aimed to give prospective students the tools they need to reach their goals. Luciana Perez-Uribe March 10, 2020
Meet Prince George’s County’s first ever female fire chief Tiffany Green is also one of just a handful of black women to hold the position in the U.S. Rina Torchinsky March 3, 2020