19-year-old Zhenyong Weng of New York, who pleaded guilty on Tuesday, was sentenced today to 18 months in prison for his role in an attempted Gold Bar Scam targeting an elderly victim who had lost over $900,000, with prosecutors emphasizing the inadequacy of current sentencing guidelines for such crimes. (more…)
On Thursday, Governor Wes Moore announced the formation of the ENOUGH Alliance, a coalition of philanthropic and private sector organizations committing over $100 million to support Maryland’s ENOUGH Initiative, which aims to end child poverty through investments in children, families, and communities experiencing generational poverty. (more…)
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:
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…)
The Maryland Symphony Orchestra (MSO) has announced the decision to retire the Salute to Independence concert and brand.
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.
On Wednesday, Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced the appointment of Tabatha Robinson as director of the Maryland Cannabis Administration. Robinson is currently acting chief equity officer for the New York State Office of Cannabis Management and will begin her new role in Maryland on February 19. (more…)
Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week Winter 2025, presented by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), returns to celebrate the region’s vibrant culinary scene January 27 – February 2, 2025.
Nestled just outside Washington, D.C., downtown Silver Spring, MD has earned the title of the state’s coffee capital, thanks to its impressive array of coffee shops that cater to every taste and preference. With a vibrant mix of local roasters, cozy cafes, and specialty chains, the city offers a unique coffee culture that reflects its diverse community (video below).
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown issued the following statement on Tuesday, January 21: (more…)
In Montgomery County Circuit Court, 19-year-old Zhenyong Weng of Brooklyn, New York pleaded guilty to attempted theft and conspiracy to commit theft, facing a maximum sentence of 20 years, with prosecutors seeking a penalty exceeding guidelines due to the case’s complexity and the victim’s vulnerability. (more…)