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Maryland sues Trump administration over blocking FBI headquarters move to Greenbelt

Maryland is suing on the grounds that Trump violated Congress’ decision, unlawfully re-allocated billions in funds and ignored federal requirements to consult with the state.

Sanya Wason
November 6, 2025

Purple Line to begin testing light-rail vehicles at UMD in January

The testing on campus is expected to be conducted overnight on selected days from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

Anastasia Merkulova
November 6, 2025

UMD SGA condemns student-hosted event with IDF soldiers, demands university issues apology

The resolutions come weeks after this university’s Students Supporting Israel chapter hosted three Israeli Defense Forces soldiers at an event on Oct. 21.

Keira Hardesty
November 6, 2025

UMD alumni offer STEM students tips for job searching in a turbulent market

Four recent graduates shared their career experiences with students who plan to enter STEM fields at a panel on Tuesday.

Clay Ludwig
November 6, 2025

Holly Simmons, Kelly Jordan win District 2 College Park City Council seats

Simmons received 235 votes, while Jordan received 173 in this week’s general election.

Tyler Quattrin
November 5, 2025

UMD community members rally university administration to keep ICE off campus

The group marched from Hornbake Plaza to the Thomas V. Miller Administration building, holding up signs and chanting phrases like “say it loud, say it clear: immigrants are welcome here.”

Sanya Wason
November 5, 2025

Prince George’s County group suggests policy changes, victim support to stop gun violence

The county had the second highest number of firearm-related deaths in Maryland between January 2015 and September 2025.

Mayah Nachman
November 5, 2025

Gov. Wes Moore starts Maryland redistricting efforts amid national voter map battle

As midterm elections approach, U.S. President Donald Trump is tactfully trying to avoid Democrats gaining at least three more seats in Congress.

Sanya Wason
November 5, 2025

16, 17-year-olds vote in College Park election for first time in city history

Six voters under the age of 18 participated in the first election after the city extended voting eligibility to those 16 and older in April.

Tyler Quattrin
November 5, 2025

UMD student creates mental health brand, publishes self-reflection journal with her mother

Senior management major Ella Macduff and her mother spent an eight hour trip to this university 2023 opening up about their personal struggles.

Freelance Reporter
November 4, 2025