Maryland State Police arrested a 24-year-old woman and charged her with first-degree murder and child abuse in the death of her five-week-old infant, whose autopsy showed evidence of trauma. Investigators recovered evidence supporting the charges after responding to a December 4 call where the baby was found deceased and initiating a homicide investigation. (more…)
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded at 4:35 a.m. to the 26100 block of Mullinix Mill Road in Damascus after a 911 caller reported a large outside field fire with power lines down next to a home. Firefighters arrived to find the field fire had extended into the house, with flames in the attic and a bedroom. (more…)
Welcome to modern luxury at 12813 Brickyard Blvd. Featuring four finished levels of light-filled design, this move-in ready residence elevates everyday living with high-end finishes and adaptable spaces perfect for working, entertaining, or relaxing. Why settle for standard when you can start with over $30,000 in premium builder upgrades already built in? Skip the wait times and step straight into upgraded perfection in one of Beltsville’s most vibrant modern communities!
On the main level, the open-concept kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring a large center island with seating that flows effortlessly into the main living space. Up another level, the primary suite offers a serene retreat with generous closet space and an ensuite bathroom. The additional bedrooms are spacious with ample storage—ideal for family or a dedicated home office. The lower walk-out level adds ultimate versatility with an extra bedroom, half bath, and direct access to the attached two-car garage—perfect for a private guest suite, work-from-home setup, or rec room.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded at 6:38 a.m. to a single-vehicle collision in the area of Dickerson Road and Mouth of Monocacy Road in Dickerson.
Montgomery County native and Florida State freshman Nyanya Touray is a national champion. The former Northwood High School standout helped lead the Seminoles to a 1-0 victory over Stanford in the 2025 NCAA Division I Women’s Soccer Championship on December 8 in Kansas City, Missouri. Florida State captured the title with a late goal from Wrianna Hudson, securing the program’s fifth national championship and its third in the last five years.
Blackbird Health has expanded into Maryland with a new pediatric mental health clinic in Gaithersburg, bringing additional behavioral health resources to children, teens, young adults, and families throughout Montgomery County.
Located at 555 Quince Orchard Road, Suite 250, the clinic offers comprehensive pediatric mental health services, including ADHD and autism evaluations, neuropsychological testing, therapy, psychiatry, and medication management.
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Bluemont Park
329 N Manchester St.
arlington, Virginia 22203
Join us for the LLT 5K Run/Walk, a community-powered fundraiser supporting Empower Latina and our mission to uplift, empower, and create opportunities for Latina women and girls. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation helps make a meaningful impact. Lace up, show up, and empower Latina!
Jose Ulises Aguilar-Martinez, 23, pleaded guilty today to six charges connected to the July 2024 carjacking that killed 54-year-old Melody Waldecker of Silver Spring. The plea was entered in Loudoun County Circuit Court, just weeks before a jury trial was set to begin on January 5.
The Montgomery County Board of Education has officially approved the traditional and innovative school calendars for the 2026-2027 school year. The decision was made during the Board’s meeting on December 11.
Governor Wes Moore announced more than $19 million in new funding for the second year of the ENOUGH Initiative, which supports high-poverty areas across Maryland through partnerships that expand access to jobs, education, health care, and safe neighborhoods.
On Thursday, Councilmember Will Jawando said the proposed closure of Silver Spring International Middle School and relocation of Sligo Creek Elementary were announced on too short a timeline for meaningful community input and require far more careful review.
A Bethesda resident won $111,971 from a $5 FAST PLAY Cash Combination progressive jackpot ticket purchased at Maple Beer and Wine on Wisconsin Avenue. After initial confusion while scanning the ticket, the player confirmed the win with a cashier and plans to use the prize money to pay off debt. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
Montgomery County Public Libraries will begin offering free daily printing and copying starting Jan. 5, 2026, allowing users to print up to 15 black and white pages or two color pages at no cost across all branches except Noyes Library.
The National Weather Service is tracking a system that could bring accumulating snow to the region early Sunday morning, with most of Maryland and Northern Virginia currently forecast to receive around 2 inches. Updated snowfall projections show a wide range of possibilities depending on how quickly temperatures drop and how the heaviest band sets up.