Prince George’s County Council revises plan to help laid-off federal workers
The council passed the resolution on Tuesday, which is a scaled down version of the aid package introduced earlier this year.
Maryland officials concerned about layoffs after federal government shutdown
Gov. Wes Moore said in a press conference Wednesday morning that the shutdown was avoidable and will directly hurt Maryland residents.
College Park officials brace for impact of federal facility closures
The city is preparing for less movement in its business scene and fewer people visiting after thousands have lost or are at risk of losing their jobs.
UMD professors, students study federal government’s impact on Maryland economy
The University of Maryland business school collaborated with the state comptroller's office to produce the federal economic impact report.
UMD aims to support laid-off federal workers with resource hub, AI certificate program
Thousands of federal employees were fired after President Donald Trump’s administration slashed funding for federal departments and eliminated positions.
Maryland lawmakers unveil plans to support laid-off federal workers
The state released websites where laid-off federal workers can apply for multiple state job openings with a single application.
UMD launches resource hub to help laid-off federal workers
The Pathways Forward Resource Hub offers career transition resources for laid-off federal workers.
Prince George’s County to reduce funding for most departments in proposed budget
During Thursday's presentation, Tara Jackson outlined the county’s proposed $5.4 billion budget for the 2026 fiscal year.
U.S. education department to cut workforce in half
The U.S. Department of Education will put about half of its 4,100-person workforce on administrative leave beginning March 21.