Science of the City: Why is Hyattsville a food rainforest?
Not long ago, Hyattsville City Councilmember Kevin Nisbett (Ward 5) made a statement that most neighbors would find completely unremarkable but would make many other county residents quite jealous. During an interview for this article, he said, “I live near the Metro station, and I can walk to several supermarkets.” The U.S. Department of Agriculture…
You decide: State’s attorney for Prince George’s County
See our full voter guide here, with information on other races and how to vote. A…
‘Nature Nearby’ columnist Seitz dies in April
John Frederick “Fred” Seitz died at his home in Hyattsville — the same home that he…
New superintendent commits to spread excellence, support students with disabilities
The president of the Prince George’s County teacher’s union has worked with three superintendents over the…
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Crime
HPD Chief Towers discusses 2025 crime trends, license plate readers, and policing in the snow
While theft against private citizens increased in Hyattsville in 2025, theft from businesses decreased compared to 2024. Violent crime was down, as well. Commercial burglary declined 39% in Hyattsville in the second half of 2025, from 23 incidents in the second half of 2024 to 14 in the second half of 2025. Overall, commercial burglary…
Local officials double down on ICE
U.S. Rep. Glenn Ivey (Maryland District 4) and some state and county lawmakers representing this area are pushing to restrict how federal immigration agents operate. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed a law on Feb. 17 prohibiting local law enforcement officers from making agreements to do civil immigration enforcement for the federal government. That law was…
Local officials double down on ICE
U.S. Rep. Glenn Ivey (District 4) and some Prince George’s County councilmembers are pushing for new laws to restrict how federal immigration agents operate in the state and county. At two separate meetings this week, leaders called the presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement a danger to residents. The congressman spoke to 14,000 people…
History
Will county lose its way on ag research?
I’m guessing it’ll be early April. No, that last warm snap makes it more likely for late March. Scratch that, the cold blast pushes it to early April again. Oops, the sun just popped out this morning. OK, they’re peaking — get down to the Tidal Basin NOW to take an Instagram-friendly cherry blossom selfie.…
Maryland supports county tourism from Hyattsville to Piscataway Park
If you are looking for outings to finish out the summer, you…
BARC’s open space legally protected
By JOE MURCHISON Maryland elected officials believe that the Trump administration will…
Local author publishes book on the surprising ties between racism and lettuce
By LILLIAN GLAROS From lettuce to living in Hyattsville, local writer and…
Redevelopment planned for Hyattsville’s Masonic Lodge #179
By SASWATHI NATTA June 26, the Prince George’s County Planning Board will…
Food
Hyattsville residents change shopping habits as grocery prices rise
John Schweitzer, a manager for Susan Gage Caterers, moved from Asheville, N.C., to Hyattsville in September 2024, drawn by a bigger paycheck. But he said grocery shopping has now become a balancing act as he manages his budget. When he started his job in Hyattsville, Schweitzer, 66, said grocery shopping was more affordable. But prices…
McDonald’s gives up on Ager Road and East-West Highway site
Oct. 15, McDonald’s withdrew a plan to build a restaurant on East-West…
Franklin’s Ice Cream adds more flavor to south Hyattsville
It was a taste-filled evening on October 1 at Franklin’s new ice…
The Scoop is In: Franklin’s Ice Cream sets grand opening date
Franklins ice cream parlor is scheduled to open on October 7. Over…
The Science of the City: Maryland needs a stronger infrastructure for recycling food and everything else
This series was partly supported by an Environmental Solutions Journalism Fellowship from…
