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Maryland Attorney Joins Coalition to Protect Homeowners from Discriminatory Insurance Industry Practices

Published October 23, 2023 at 9:08PM

Per the Maryland Attorney General’s Office: Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a coalition of 15 Attorneys General filing an amicus brief supporting the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in a legal challenge to HUD’s prohibition on housing practices that may appear neutral but in reality are discriminatory under the Fair Housing Act. The HUD regulation, known as the Disparate Impact Rule, has been formally in effect since 2013.

“Dismantling discriminatory practices in homeowners insurance, such as offering inferior policies or imposing burdensome terms and conditions in some neighborhoods but not others, is essential for fair housing,” said Attorney General Brown. “Weakening the federal protections that ensure equal access to homeowners insurance will make it more difficult for states to combat systemic discrimination.”

Beyond MoCo

$510,000 Winning Lottery Ticket Sold in Maryland Remains Unclaimed

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 7:11PM

A winning lottery ticket worth $510,000 remains unclaimed as of October 23, according to the Maryland Lottery. The ticket was sold on October 17 at a liquor store in Hagerstown. Per MD Lottery (10.20.23):

“Congratulations to the lucky player that purchased a $510,000 jackpot-winning Multi-Match ticket for last night’s drawing! The winning ticket in the Oct. 19 drawing was sold by Old Orchard Liquors in Hagerstown. Check your tickets for the winning numbers: 2, 18, 21, 24, 25 and 40. The winner can choose between the annuity, paid in 25 equal installments, or an estimated $260,000 cash option (before taxes).

Maryland

Governor Wes Moore’s Statement Regarding the Baltimore City Firefighters Injured and Killed in Line of Duty

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 6:58PM

Governor Wes Moore today released the following statement regarding the Baltimore City Firefighters injured and killed in the line of duty:

“Our entire state grieves for the victims of the fire in northwest Baltimore that took the life of one firefighter and seriously injured four others last night.

Bethesda

Student Arrested and Charged as an Adult After Bringing Gun to Walter Johnson High School

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 5:34PM | Updated October 23, 2023 at 6:06PM

According to Montgomery County Police, a 17-year-old Walter Johnson High School student has been arrested and charged as an adult for possession of a firearm. The student, who is a Bethesda resident, was arrested after a witness reported to school security that the student had a gun. Montgomery County Public Schools security team members located the student, conducted a search and located a loaded 9 mm handgun.

At approximately 1:30 p.m., on Monday, October 23, 2023, Montgomery County Department of Police Community Engagement Officers were dispatched to the school, located in the 6400 block of Rock Spring Drive. Based on the information provided and evidence of the gun, officers arrested the student.

Gaithersburg

MCFRS Respond to Fire at Gaithersburg Target

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 3:28PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire at Target (25 Grand Corner Ave) in Gaithersburg on Monday, October 23rd around 2:45pm. According to Chief Spokesperson for […]

Montgomery College

Montgomery College to Host Harvest Fest on the Rockville Campus This Saturday, Oct. 28

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 3:16PM

Per Montgomery College: “Montgomery College is hosting Harvest Fest, a free event for residents of all ages, this Saturday, October 28 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., in the Mannakee Building at the Rockville Campus. There will be fun for all ages such as an art show, dancing, a coding demonstration, a DJ, ice cream, and a raffle. Kids can also enjoy face painting, pumpkin decoration, games, and say hi to or pose for a photo with Monty, Montgomery College’s raptor mascot.

It will be a great opportunity to learn more about Montgomery College classes, offerings, scholarships and financial assistance programs. There will be information available about WDCE (Workforce Development and Continuing Education) offerings, such as information technology, cosmetology, real estate, youth programs, early childhood education, automotive technology and building trades, and more.

Gaithersburg

Pieology Pizzeria Has Closed

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 2:17PM | Updated October 23, 2023 at 3:54PM

Pieology Pizzeria at 15780 Shady Grove Rd in Gaithersburg has closed. Pieology was located in the 270 Center, which is also home to anchors Home Depot and Best Buy. The restaurant offered individual, fast-casual style pizzas where customers would order toppings in an “assembly-line” similar to Chipotle. Pieology was listed as “becoming available” on the shopping center’s leading website, but management could not confirm any closure as recently as earlier this month. Now, the windows are papered and the store is no longer listed on the Pieology website (Photo below courtesy of @imbr1anna on Instagram). A previous Montgomery County location in Bethesda closed about four years ago.

Per Pieology: “The freshest pizza starts with fresh ingredients, including our house-made dough and red sauce, made daily for you. You shouldn’t be stuck with set pizza recipes. We give you over forty toppings, afterbakes, and sauces to create your perfect flavor combination. There’s a place for Pieology in every lifestyle. Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian. We have you covered.”

Burtonsville

Police Investigating Fatal Collision in Burtonsville

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 1:32PM | Updated October 23, 2023 at 2:57PM

Update: According to Montgomery County Police, “On Monday, October 23, 2023, at approximately 12:05 p.m., 3rd District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the area of Columbia Pike and Blackburn Rd. for the report of a traffic collision involving two vehicles. The preliminary investigation has determined that a white Ford Escape and a black Toyota Corolla collided in the intersection of southbound Columbia Pike and Blackburn Rd. The adult female passenger, of the Toyota, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The drivers of both vehicles were transported to area hospitals with non-life threatening injuries. The Montgomery County Department of Police – Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating this fatality. More information will be released when it becomes available, including the name of the deceased, following proper notification of next of kin.”

MCPD

Police Investigating Reported Bomb Threat at Rockville High School; Building Evacuated

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 12:15PM | Updated October 23, 2023 at 1:53PM

“MCPD is now investigating a bomb threat at Rockville HS. Students, faculty, and staff have evacuated the building. Officers are looking into the validity of the report.”

MCPD announced at 11:23am that a bomb threat was also made against Blair High School (51 University Blvd E, Silver Spring). That incident is still being investigated. We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

MCPD

Police Investigating Reported Bomb Threat at Blair High School Monday Morning

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 11:12AM | Updated October 23, 2023 at 1:52PM

Bomb threats were made against Blair High School (51 University Blvd E, Silver Spring) on October 13th and 16th that were both determined to be not credible. We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

MCPD is at Montgomery Blair HS investigating a reported bomb threat.
The school is currently sheltering in place, while officers confirm the validity of the report.
We will update as soon as information is available.#MCPD pic.twitter.com/lpq9Fvcxr4

MCDOT

Hybrid Public Meeting on the Old Columbia Pike / Prosperity Drive Improvements Project in White Oak to be Held on Tuesday, November 14

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 10:16AM

Per MCDOT: “On Tuesday, Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m., the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold a hybrid public meeting to discuss the latest progress of the Old Columbia Pike / Prosperity Drive Improvements project in White Oak. The on-site meeting will be held in the Community Lounge of the White Oak Community Recreation Center located at 1700 April Lane, Silver Spring, MD 20904. The public will have an opportunity to ask questions and provide comments.

The Old Columbia Pike / Prosperity Drive Improvements project provides for a facility planning study to enhance safety for pedestrians, bicyclists and people with disabilities as they travel to nearby schools and facilities. The project will also address intersection safety, capacity and drainage issues within the project limits of Stewart Lane to Cherry Hill Road. Public input is encouraged and may influence the design of this project.