DMV

Washingtonian Magazine has released its 2025 list of “100 Very Best Restaurants” and Maryland restaurants made the list. The full list includes “restaurants in DC, Maryland, and Virginia that wowed us with food but also with grace notes.” Below you’ll see the Maryland restaurants that were included:

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Law

On Thursday, Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and 10 other state attorneys general issued a joint statement reaffirming states’ constitutional rights against federal commandeering in immigration enforcement and rejecting threats to undermine state laws and community trust. (more…)


MCDOT

Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) received a $1 million Federal Highway Administration grant to expand its 3D imaging pilot program, which reduces costs and time in transportation infrastructure projects, in collaboration with the Maryland State Highway Administration. (more…)


Crime

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) have arrested and charged three adult males in connection with a stolen vehicle, linking them to additional thefts of copper and other vehicles, with one suspect held without bond and two released on unsecured bonds. (more…)


MoCo Government

Montgomery County Councilmember Kristin Mink shared detailed “Know Your Rights” resources to help residents protect themselves during immigration enforcement encounters, including guidance on handling warrants, remaining silent, and accessing legal representation.

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Wheaton

Westfield Wheaton and the Chinese Culture and Community Service Center (CCACC) will host a free Lunar New Year celebration on Saturday, February 1, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., featuring live performances, arts and crafts, and vibrant festivities to welcome the Year of the Snake. (more…)


Germantown

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School (13737 Wisteria Dr. Germantown, MD) evacuated the building on Thursday morning due to a fire alarm. The school sent out a message assuring the community the students and staff are safe, but moved to Lake Seneca ES due to the low temperatures. Due to a failed water pipe, the school is without heat and water and the decision to close the school was made. Full communication from the school can be be seen below:

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Bethesda

The personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on the Cities Where People Have the Best Money Management Skills, with Chevy Chase, MD coming in ranked 3rd in the country. Not all areas included in the list are considered cities, with some of them being census designated places.

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Restaurants

The iconic Dunkin’ at 2405 Reedie Drive in Wheaton is temporarily closed as it undergoes major renovations. An exact reopening date isn’t available, but the remodeling appears to be extensive for the store that has been there for more than 50 years. Construction photo below courtesy of @javyyboyy on Instagram.