A federal jury convicted a Virginia man and Montgomery County woman on charges of conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering for their parts in defrauding a non-profit corporation dedicated to global public health.
Following the recent fatal shooting of two Israeli Embassy staff members outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., the Rockville City Police Department (RCPD) announced it has increased patrols near synagogues, places of worship, and community centers, and is working with local leaders to support community safety. Similarly, MCPD issued a statement on Thursday, May 22, noting that while there is no known threat, patrols around Jewish institutions have been increased out of an abundance of caution.
The Montgomery County Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with an attempted armed robbery that occurred on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at approximately 10:13 p.m. the 1000 block of Ripley Street in Silver Spring.
A Montgomery County mechanic recently purchased a $50,000 winning lottery scratch-off ticket at a Shell station in Mt. Airy. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery:
ConnectJew LIVE! is a social discovery night where 20+ local Jewish organizations, clubs, dinners, and communities come together so you can explore the DMV young adult Jewish scene in one evening. A mixer for Jewish life, friends, and community — meet people, discover social clubs, find Shabbat dinners, and plug in at whatever level feels right. Tickets required; exact address sent 24 hours before the event (Metro Center / Chinatown area).
Lucky Strike Rockville is kicking off the school year with our Bowling & Backpack Drive, and we would love your support!
Join us on Monday, August 17, beginning at 2:00 PM. Donate a new backpack or school supplies and receive a free bowling pass to use that day or during a future visit.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) and Manna Food Center will host the annual Ride On Food Drive from May 25 to May 31, allowing riders to donate non-perishable food items on Ride On buses in exchange for free fare, with all donations supporting local residents facing food insecurity.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 2nd District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating David Tyrone Harris, a missing 26-year-old. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has charged two 20-year-olds from Chevy Chase and a juvenile from Silver Spring with armed robbery and related offenses after they allegedly robbed four juveniles at gunpoint and attempted to force them to withdraw more money at an ATM on April 21, 2025, before fleeing when a police vehicle approached.
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and a coalition of 20 other attorneys general obtained a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration’s plan to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, including mass layoffs and service transfers, arguing the move was unlawful without congressional approval.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is warning residents of a family member kidnapping scam in which fraudsters impersonate loved ones in crisis, often using personal information or AI-generated voices to urgently request money. (more…)
Firefighters and paramedics from Laytonsville and Sandy Spring visited 5-year-old Gibson Rivera Theimer on May 22 as he continues to recover in the hospital from a severe lawn mower accident. (more…)
The Maryland Attorney General and Secretary of State issued a cease and desist order against DMV Futures, Inc., a Baltimore-based charity, for alleged misuse of charitable funds and using children for unsupervised door-to-door solicitation without providing the promised programs or benefits.