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Published June 8, 2026 at 7:45PM

Courtesy University of Maryland

An Olney native and Sherwood High School graduate is headed to college baseball’s biggest stage.

Council Agenda Includes Ghost Gun Restrictions, ADU Zoning Changes and Crisis Services Funding

Published June 8, 2026 at 5:13PM

The Montgomery County Council will meet Tuesday, June 9, beginning at 9 a.m., with proclamations recognizing Caribbean American Heritage Month, National Gun Violence Awareness Day and Immigrant Heritage Month. (more…)

Elrich Says MCPS Funding Shortfall Could Have Been Avoided

Published June 6, 2026 at 10:21AM

Courtesy Montgomery Gov.

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich is criticizing the County Council’s decision not to fully fund Montgomery County Public Schools’ Fiscal Year 2027 budget request, arguing the move forced difficult reductions that will impact employees and create financial challenges for years to come.

MCPD Reports Stabbing, Armed Robbery, School Threats and Multiple Vehicle Thefts in June 4 Summary

Published June 5, 2026 at 1:06PM

MCPD Crime Summary

The Montgomery County Police Department shared an overview of reported calls for service from June 4, 2026.

Montgomery County Greenhouse Gas Emissions Drop 32% Since 2005 Despite Population Growth

Published June 5, 2026 at 8:10AM

A new analysis from the regional planning organization Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments shows that Montgomery County reduced its communitywide greenhouse gas emissions by 32% between 2005 and 2023, even as the County’s population grew by 16% during the same period. (more…)

Montgomery County Awards $2.3 Million to Expand Child Care Access

Published June 5, 2026 at 7:07AM

Courtesy Montgomery County

Montgomery County recently celebrated the first recipients of its new Early Care and Education Facility Loan Program, an initiative designed to help child care providers expand, renovate, and improve their facilities.

MCPD Daily Crime Summary For June 3 Includes Stabbing Arrest, Restaurant Burglary, Multiple Vehicle Thefts

Published June 4, 2026 at 1:37PM

MCPD Crime Summary

Montgomery County Police released its daily crime summary highlighting several incidents reported on June 3 and early June 4, including a stabbing at the Glenmont Metro Station, a commercial burglary in Silver Spring, and multiple vehicle thefts across the county.

Free Ride On Service Available During Maryland Primary Early Voting Period

Published June 4, 2026 at 12:16PM

Montgomery County Department of Transportation is reminding residents that both Ride On and Metrobus routes are available to help voters reach early voting centers during Maryland’s 2026 Primary Election. (more…)

Truck Crash Brings Down Utility Pole, Closes Portion of Quince Orchard Road

Published June 4, 2026 at 11:20AM

Courtesy Google Maps

A truck driver struck a utility pole in Gaithersburg late Thursday morning, bringing down power lines and forcing the closure of a section of Quince Orchard Road, according to Montgomery County Police and Alert Montgomery.

Vehicle Thefts, Robberies, And Burglaries Reported In June 2 Crime Summary

Published June 3, 2026 at 1:46PM

MCPD Crime Summary

The Montgomery County Police Department has released its daily crime summary for incidents reported on June 2, 2026. The report includes armed robberies, burglaries, vehicle thefts, and several arrests across multiple police districts.