Bethesda

Surveillance video has been released by Montgomery County police as detectives investigate an armed robbery that occurred around 12:42 a.m. on January 1, 2026, at the Embassy Suites on Democracy Boulevard in Bethesda, where three suspects allegedly forced their way into a hotel room during a New Year’s Eve party, held victims at gunpoint, and stole personal property.

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DC

Pepco announced a $1.5 million expansion of its Customer Relief Fund in partnership with the Salvation Army to support eligible customers in the District and Montgomery and Prince George’s counties, bringing the company’s total direct energy affordability assistance to $6.5 million over the past year with additional funding from parent company Exelon.

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Bethesda

Grocery Outlet, a fast growing discount grocery chain known for deeply discounted name brand products, is expanding further in the DMV with its first Virginia store and appears to have Montgomery County, MD in its sights.

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Announcement

Curry Z is a proud, family-owned casual dining destination located in Germantown, Maryland, that brings vibrant Halal culinary traditions to the local community. Led by Chef Sushil Sah—who, as you might know, previously served as head chef and owner at Le Mirch in Washington, D.C.—our kitchen crafts an exceptional blend of authentic Indian and Nepali recipes with classic American favorites. Guests can savor rich, slow-cooked curries, aromatic biryanis, and delicately handcrafted momos alongside inventive comfort items like Philly cheesesteaks, loaded fries, and fusion burgers. We also feature customizable wraps and build-your-own bowls that cater to busy lifestyles while maintaining uncompromising flavor and freshness. Every dish reflects our dedication to hospitality, quality ingredients, and deep cultural heritage, whether you are stopping by for a quick lunch or ordering carryout and delivery for a family dinner at home. We welcome everyone to experience our warm service and explore a delicious menu built around passion and tradition. If you are interested in any catering, we offer that as well! Just give us a call!


Crime

Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) detectives have arrested two suspects in connection with the January 2 shooting death of an 18-year-old man in Gaithersburg (near Damascus).

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MCDOT

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation announced that for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 19, county offices will be closed, transit services will operate on holiday or weekend schedules, select commuter services will have modified hours, and parking at public garages and meters in Bethesda, Silver Spring, and Wheaton will be free.

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Crime

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) are investigating a fatal hit-and-run involving a pedestrian that occurred at the intersection of Columbia Pike (Route 29) and Fairland Road on Monday evening, where a 73-year-old woman was struck multiple times by at least two vehicles and pronounced dead at the scene.

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Fairland

Updated to reflect adult woman was struck and killed by hit and run driver.

Montgomery County Police 3rd District officers were dispatched at 6:39pm, to the intersection of Columbia Pike and Fairland Road in Silver Spring (Fairland) for a traffic collision that has killed an adult female pedestrian.