Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and a coalition of 15 attorneys general issued guidance affirming the legality of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility policies in education, in response to concerns raised by a Trump administration executive order and U.S. Department of Education communications. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council will hold five committee meetings on March 6 to review infrastructure funding, health and human services appropriations, childcare renovation projects, MCPS attendance, and the Incubators NDA. Discussions will include a proposed Infrastructure Funding Workgroup, a $1.3 million opioid response grant, a $2.9 million crisis stabilization center pilot, and updates on school attendance and business incubator performance. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County government: (more…)
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 6th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Liana Hanson, a missing 32-year-old from Gaithersburg. (more…)
Alert Montgomery issued the following on Wednesday, March 5, at 11:20am: “A Wind Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for Central/Southeast Montgomery County until 4:00 pm Wednesday, 3/5. Expect wind gusts greater than 40 mph. Wind gusts of this magnitude will make driving high profile vehicle difficult, and cause loose outdoor objects to be blown around. Secure loose outdoor objects to prevent property damage.”
According to Maryland Lottery and Gaming, Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $155,150,298 in revenue from slot machines and table games during February 2025, a decrease of $4,076,380 (-2.6%) compared to February 2024. Casino gaming contributions to the state during February 2025 totaled $65,225,418, a decrease of $2,569,575 (-3.8%) compared to February 2024. The February 2025 contributions included $47,094,585 to the Education Trust Fund, a decrease of $1,808,122 (-3.7%) compared to February 2024. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has arrested and charged 36-year-old Terron Christopher Matasaran of Bladensburg, MD with second-degree murder and first-degree child abuse in connection with the death of a 7-month-old infant. The arrest follows an autopsy ruling the infant’s death as a homicide, with investigators determining the child suffered a head injury and rib fractures while under Matasaran’s care.
Ben & Jerry’s will host its annual Free Cone Day on April 8, offering free scoops at participating Scoop Shops worldwide as a gesture of gratitude to its fans. The tradition, which began in 1979, has grown into a global event spanning over 35 countries, with last year’s celebration serving more than 1 million scoops. (more…)
Governor Wes Moore testified before Maryland legislative committees in support of the DECADE Act and the Housing for Jobs Act, key components of his administration’s 2025 Economic Growth Agenda. The bills aim to restructure economic development programs, invest in high-potential industries, streamline housing approvals, and address affordability to support workforce retention.
3 Brothers Lounge is set to open at 2405 Price Avenue in Wheaton, taking over the space previously occupied by Hakuna Matata Grill. (more…)
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a house fire around 10:15 PM on Tuesday night on Billington Rd in Colesville. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will offer low-cost adult bike classes in April, May, and June, including Learn to Ride and Basic Skills sessions, along with free walk-up e-scooter classes at select locations. (more…)