Montgomery County-based Steeze Burger, previously recognized as the #1 burger in the DC area by the Washington Post, has garnered a large following, resulting in long lines and thousands of fans throughout the region. This week, they partnered with Leon’s Smashburgers, a renowned brand from Australia, for two pop-up events. The first took place on Friday, with a second scheduled for Sunday, July 20th, at Two Story Chimney in Gaithersburg/Damascus (video below).
Taim Mediterranean Kitchen, a well-known falafel and Mediterranean food chain based in New York, is planning to expand into Maryland, according to a report by BizJournals. The chain initially entered the region with locations in Washington, D.C., and Virginia over the past few years. However, all but one of those locations have since closed. The sole remaining store in the area is located at 1514 Connecticut Ave NW in Washington, D.C.
The Washington Post asked “What’s the best sandwich in DC?” and split the results into eleven different categories. In the Gyro category the winner came from Montgomery County based local chain– The Big Greek Cafe.
On Thursday, Governor Wes Moore signed an executive order establishing a coordinated, statewide approach to advancing environmental justice in Maryland by requiring state agencies to engage impacted communities, designate environmental justice officers, and use data tools like MDEnviroScreen to address pollution and health disparities in overburdened areas.
Attorney General Anthony Brown condemned a reported data-sharing agreement that allows ICE access to Medicaid recipients’ personal information and announced a multistate lawsuit challenging the policy, citing concerns over privacy and public health.
Attorney General Anthony Brown joined a multistate lawsuit challenging a new federal rule by the Trump administration that would modify Affordable Care Act regulations, potentially leading to insurance loss and increased costs for millions, including 34,000 Marylanders. (more…)
The Washington Post asked “What’s the best sandwich in DC?” and split the results into eleven different categories. In the popular Philly cheesesteak category the winner came from Maryland– more specifically, right here in Montgomery County.
A Montgomery County woman won half of the $1.8 million Maryland Lottery Multi-Match jackpot after purchasing a quick-pick ticket at the Giant Food store on Connecticut Avenue in Silver Spring, ultimately claiming a $490,000 cash prize after taxes. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
A Silver Spring man won a $50,000 Powerball prize after purchasing a ticket at the 7-Eleven on Fenwick Lane and splitting the winnings with a friend in Florida, as part of their routine joint lottery play. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
On July 15, 2025, a Frederick County Sheriff’s deputy arrested a Baltimore man during a traffic stop on Route 340 after a K9 unit detected narcotics and a search of the vehicle led to the discovery of approximately 385 grams of suspected cocaine.
Eater DC recently unveiled its list of “The Best Bakeries Around D.C.,” featuring standout destinations for “extra-crusty levain, flaky croissants, brioche doughnuts, baklava, cupcakes, French baguettes, and everything in between.” Among the bakeries recognized, Fresh Baguette and Boulangerie Christophe, which have locations in Maryland, were highlighted. However, only one bakery on the list originated in Maryland.