Update to remove the previous photo caption that incorrectly stated the arrest took place at White Oak Medical Center
Takoma Park Police have arrested Richard Emmanuel Williams, 21, of Silver Spring, on charges of second-degree rape, fourth-degree sex offense, first- and second-degree assault and false imprisonment.
The Montgomery County Police Department shared an overview of reported calls for service from Wednesday, August 26. The summary does not reflect every call received that day.
The Montgomery County Department of Police shared an overview of reported calls for service from August 25, 2026. The summary does not reflect every call for service received that day.
St. Mary’s College of Maryland has named Sharief Hashim its new Vice President for Athletics and Recreation, effective October 5.
A traffic stop in White Oak led to two arrests and the recovery of a loaded privately made firearm and crack cocaine, according to Montgomery County Police.
The All In Summer Tour will return to Dogwood Park in Rockville on Sunday, August 30, for an evening of one-on-one basketball matchups. The free community event will take place from 5:30pm-8pm at the park’s basketball courts, located at 800 Monroe St.
The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC) in Derwood will waive adoption fees on Saturday, August 29, and Sunday, August 30, as part of NBCUniversal Local’s 2026 “Clear the Shelters” campaign. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department shared an overview of reported calls for service from Monday, August 24. Police noted that the summary does not reflect every call for service received that day.
6:52am UPDATE: One lane of Nelson Street has been opened at this time.
A water main break has closed Nelson Street between College Parkway and Aster Boulevard, according to Montgomery County Police.
Montgomery County Police shared an overview of reported calls for service from Friday, August 21 through Sunday, August 23. The incidents listed below do not reflect all calls for service during the three-day period.
Sunil Dasgupta has brought his local public affairs podcast I Hate Politics to an end after more than five years and 420 episodes focused on Montgomery County politics, public policy, and community news.