Maryland has begun rolling out new Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards equipped with EMV chip-and-tap technology, becoming the fourth state in the nation to adopt the enhanced security measure aimed at reducing fraud and protecting customers from skimming and other forms of theft. (more…)


A 38-year-old Silver Spring man has been arrested following a multi-agency investigation that authorities say uncovered large quantities of narcotics, a firearm, cash, and evidence of identity theft and fraud.

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Montgomery County officials have issued a Code Purple Air Quality Alert for Friday, July 17, 2026, as smoke from wildfires in Canada continues to impact the region.

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The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the State of Maryland, the Maryland Higher Education Commission, and the University System of Maryland Board of Regents, challenging the state’s Dream Act and a related regulation that allow certain undocumented students to qualify for in-state tuition and financial assistance at Maryland public colleges and universities.

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Most of Maryland, including Montgomery County, is under an “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” (USG) air quality alert as wildfire smoke combines with elevated ozone levels during a stretch of above-normal temperatures. At the same time, a Heat Advisory remains in effect until 8pm Thursday.

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