Veteran columnist: McNair case will force University of Maryland officials’ departures

COLLEGE PARK, Maryland — USA Today sports columnist Christine Brennan believes University of Maryland head coach DJ Durkin, athletic director Damon Evans and president Wallace Loh will be fired for mishandling an abusive culture that resulted in Jordan McNair’s death…

In wake of player’s death, area high schools remain vigilant against heatstroke

WASHINGTON – University of Maryland football player Jordan McNair’s death in June brought plenty of public attention to heatstroke, and it’s making local high school athletics officials and coaches strengthen their efforts to keep student athletes safe in the heat.…

Purple Line agreement addresses community’s concerns

Private, elected and community stakeholders signed a symbolic agreement to keep housing affordable and job opportunities accessible along Metro’s Purple line route. The agreement is intended to support four goals that were set: to keep housing affordable, promote sustainable and strong communities, provide support for and grow local businesses and increase the local labor market.

Maryland officials sign agreement on Purple Line development

Community, public, and private stakeholders signed an agreement Tuesday promising responsible economic development, including affordable housing, along the pending Purple Line light rail project.

Maryland’s Cardin hits Trump on Russia policy, border and immigration

COLLEGE PARK, Maryland – Maryland Sen. Ben Cardin on Monday criticized Donald Trump on a broad range of foreign policies, saying the president has failed to take on a belligerent Russia, is pursuing a border wall that is damaging relations…

DOUGLASS STATUE: Frederick Douglass Square dedicated at University of Maryland

Frederick Douglass Square was officially dedicated at a ceremony that featured remarks by campus and community leaders as well as Douglass’ own family. Some university students protested at the event, calling for a name change for the campus football stadium.

University of Maryland’s Response to Database Breach May Cost Millions

University President Wallace D. Loh says the costs of credit-monitoring and the expense of acquiring encryption will likely cost millions.

Data Breaches Common at Universities, Other Educational Institutions

There were more than 50 data breaches at K-12 schools, colleges and universities in the United States last year.

Technical Glitches Plague Registration for Credit Monitoring After UMD Data Breach

Victims of the University of Maryland’s data breach have been frustrated in attempts to sign up for free credit monitoring provided by the school.

Move to Big Ten Could Bring Back Eliminated Sports

University of Maryland officials said they are considering bringing back some of the athletic teams eliminated last year due to a budget deficit.