Health

Maryland saw a significant 38% decrease in fatal overdoses in 2024, with 1,553 reported cases compared to 2,511 in 2023, according to preliminary state data. Governor Wes Moore attributed the decline to increased investments in behavioral health and substance use care but emphasized the need for continued efforts, particularly in addressing racial disparities in overdose rates. (more…)


Event

Join Kaiser Permanente for Healthy at the Harbor, a free community health and wellness event taking place Saturday, June 6, from 11 am to 4 pm at National Harbor in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Bring your family and friends for free full day of fun, fitness, and preventive care along the waterfront.

Throughout the day, Kaiser Permanente nurses and physicians will offer no-cost health screenings, alongside a health and wellness expo focused on preventive care education. A lively Kids’ Zone will keep children active and entertained with spin-art bikes, face painting, balloon art, games, and more.


Chevy Chase

On Tuesday, the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) announced that a Montgomery County Transit Services employee had been arrested and charged with assault and endangerment after allegedly strangling and physically attacking a pregnant woman during an altercation on a Ride On bus in Chevy Chase. Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) Director Chris Conklin released the following statement regarding the incident:

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MCDOT

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is inviting high school students to participate in its annual “Heads Up, Phones Down” contest by creating short videos promoting safe, distraction-free walking and driving, with prizes up to $800 and student service learning hours available for participants.

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MoCo Government

The Montgomery County Council unanimously passed a bill that delays the collection of impact taxes from the start of a housing project to its completion, aiming to reduce upfront construction costs while maintaining funding for schools and transportation infrastructure. (more…)


Beyond MoCo

Governor Wes Moore and the Maryland Department of Transportation have unveiled the design concept for the Francis Scott Key Bridge rebuild, marking a significant step in the multi-year effort to restore the bridge following its collapse. The project aims to reconnect communities, support economic growth, and enhance accessibility, with final design approvals and construction set to follow.

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