College Park City Council asks state to evaluate site for affordable family, senior housing
The city council hopes to transform an underused site next to the Hollywood Shopping Center into a place for affordable family and senior housing.
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.
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.
Here are 3 key takeaways from College Park’s fiscal year 2026 budget
The budget was approved by the College Park City Council in May and goes into effect Tuesday.
As College Park Liquors tries to reopen, local leaders oppose license transfer request
The beer, wine and liquor license transfer would allow College Park Liquors to reopen in a new location at 7207 Baltimore Ave. near Trader Joe’s.
UMD, College Park community members celebrate Iftar with prayer, food
Iftar is the sunset meal to break the daily fast during Ramadan and is traditionally broken with dates or water.
College Park City Council deputy student liaison to focus on public safety, transportation
Anna-Kaye McDonald became the deputy student liaison in November after former deputy liaison John Fahmy left midway through the fall semester.
WMATA board approves Metrobus overhaul that eliminates C8 route
Some College Park community members worry the overhaul’s changes will negatively impact the city.
College Park, UMD SGA leaders urge state to add safety measures to Route 1 bike lanes
College Park City Council members and Student Government Association legislators said protected bike lanes will increase cyclist and pedestrian safety.
Local leaders celebrate safety improvements on Route 1
The U.S. 1 College Park Improvement Project, which began in spring 2020, will enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety.