Updated to include additional information by MCPD
Montgomery County police and fire crews responded to a reported shooting in the 1200 block of East West Highway around 7:59pm.
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Update: According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, the fire occurred Sunday (4/5) at a two-story single-family home on Prince Hall Court. One family was able to escape the home, while firefighters rescued several dogs during the incident. Four of the six dogs inside were saved, but a seventh dog did not survive.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) crews responded to a working house fire in the 7700 block of Prince Hall Ct. in Gaithersburg.
Last week, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich signed legislation authorizing up to $420 million in tax increment financing bonds to help finance Viva White Oak, a $2.7 billion investment featuring more than 3 million square feet of lab space, office/medical office, retail, and over 4,400 quality residences. The 280-acre site, which is located adjacent to the FDA headquarters and near Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center, is expected to begin construction this fall.
“This is a project that has been discussed and planned for a long time, and now we are getting to the point where people will actually begin seeing it take shape,” said County Executive Elrich. “VIVA White Oak will bring thousands of homes, good jobs, restaurants, stores, and other amenities to an area of the County that has needed this level of investment for decades. We found a financing approach that allows us to build the infrastructure needed to make this development possible while using the new tax revenue generated by the project to repay the bonds. I appreciate the Council, our State partners, MCB, and especially the East County residents who kept pushing to get us to this point.”
Anchored by Costco and with a focus on innovation and research and development, Viva White Oak represents one of the largest development opportunities in Montgomery County in recent years. Once completed, the development is expected to generate $4.9 billion in annual economic output and give the County $21 million year in new revenue. Additionally, the new development is projected to generate 19,000 construction jobs and 9,000 permanent jobs.
“Viva White Oak demonstrates the County’s continued commitment to supporting growth and investment in Montgomery County,” said Jared Smith, President & CEO of the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC). “The County’s first TIF gives us another important tool to compete for investment, attract businesses, and create jobs. Montgomery County has tremendous assets and opportunities, and using tools like this strategically will help us translate those strengths into long-term economic growth.”
Viva White Oak is expected to take place in two phases. In phase one, which is expected to be completed by 2031, it will deliver over 960 townhomes, 1,000 apartments, 470,000 square feet of retail space, a 175-room hotel with meeting space, up to 1,279 permanent on-site jobs, and 92,000 square feet of medical office space. Phase two, which will take place between 2033 and 2044, will deliver 1.3 million square feet of life sciences office and lab space, 400,000 square feet of Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) life sciences manufacturing, almost 2,500 additional housing units delivered, a 150-room hotel dedicated to supporting innovation, and over 3,800 permanent on-site jobs.
Viva White Oak represents the County’s first use of a TIF and follows a push by Montgomery County to remove barriers and create new opportunities for businesses to invest, grow, and create jobs. In July, the Montgomery County Council approved the Job Creation Project zoning initiative, which is expected to cut permitting time in half for development projects that are in Montgomery County’s key industries—including life sciences and technology— or are expected to create at least 200 local jobs, further showcasing the County’s commitment to powering economic growth in target industries.
Montgomery County’s Kiki Rice has reached the top of the college basketball world. Rice helped lead UCLA to a dominant 79-51 win over fellow No. 1 seed South Carolina in the national championship, finishing with 10 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists in the title-clinching victory.
Members of Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service’s A-Shift from the Burtonsville and Hillandale stations have been recognized with a Fire Chief’s Unit Citation for their lifesaving actions during a January 1, 2026 apartment fire in Prince George’s County.
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Come enjoy the day at our annual Washington Grove Arts and Craft Festival in a beautiful outdoor setting. This festival highlights local artisans including wood creations, pottery, visual art, household products and so much more. We also have food trucks from El Parente Tacos, El Jeffe Wood-fired pizzas, Bruster’s Ice Cream and beverages from Saints Row Brewery. Bring the whole family because we have a kids activity area too. Pets on a leash are welcome too!
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Update: The man was pronounced dead at the hospital.
A serious crash in Derwood this afternoon has left one man with life-threatening injuries and prompted a road closure as police investigate.
The Montgomery County Planning Board approved a Conditional Use request and associated forest conservation plan for a new Dash In gas station, convenience store, and car wash at its March 26, 2026 meeting, advancing redevelopment plans for the former Red Lobster site on Shady Grove Road.
The King Barn Dairy MOOseum at South Germantown Recreational Park will reopen for the 2026 season on Saturday, May 2, welcoming visitors back to one of Montgomery County’s most unique historic attractions.
Bethesda-based Marriott International has been named the No. 7 Best Workplace in the United States on the 2026 Fortune and Great Place To Work 100 Best Workplaces list, continuing a decades-long streak of recognition for the global hospitality company.
The former Home Depot Design Center location at Montrose Crossing Shopping Center is now the focus of a large liquidation auction following its permanent closure in January.
The Montgomery County Planning Board approved a preliminary plan and associated forest conservation plan for a new church project at its March 26, 2026 meeting, advancing a proposal for Iglesia De Cristo Mi El Maryland in the Olney area.
Montrose Shopping Center in Rockville continues to build momentum as new leases, recent openings, and upcoming tenants reshape the property, highlighted by the flex industrial portion of the center now reaching full occupancy.