Detectives from the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) Major Crimes Division have arrested and charged two teenagers with an attempted strong-arm carjacking that occurred on Saturday, May 24, 2025, in the 8800 block of Rockville Pike in Bethesda.
The Montgomery County Council’s Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee and joint committees will meet on July 24 to review proposed legislation on property tax credits for child care providers, a demolition excise tax to fund affordable housing, labor peace agreements for hotel projects, and tax abatements for public housing authorities, as well as to receive a briefing on the County’s reserve policy. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council’s joint Health and Human Services and Education and Culture Committee will meet on July 23 to review proposed amendments to child care coordination laws, including eliminating outdated positions and refining the roles and reporting requirements of the County’s Early Care and Education Coordinating Entity.
Liatris, an advanced materials company based in Rockville, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its expanded pilot manufacturing facility, an event joined by Governor Wes Moore and other local leaders. Supported by state and local grants, the project is expected to generate more than $20 million in economic impact, create new jobs, and help advance Maryland’s clean energy and sustainability goals through high-performance building insulation products. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council has approved a zoning measure allowing more residential building types such as duplexes, triplexes, townhouses, and small apartment buildings up to 40 feet tall along designated corridors. Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 25-02, part of the More Housing NOW initiative led by Councilmembers Andrew Friedson and Natali Fani-González, aims to expand housing options and affordability for working residents. The legislation permits the construction of townhomes, duplexes, triplexes, and small apartment buildings on land currently zoned for single-family homes. (more…)
We are excited to announce that Taste MoCo will be spearheading the 2025 Montgomery County Agricultural Fair’s MD Foodie Awards. The awards ceremony is set to launch on the first day of the fair, Friday, August 8th, providing attendees with a full week to savor and explore the diverse culinary offerings.
A Silver Spring woman is $100,000 richer after purchasing a winning lottery scratch-off ticket at Rodman’s Discount Store on Randolph Rd. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
In an amazing display of skill and teamwork, the 11u Yellow Jackets Black team emerged victorious at the USSSA Eastern National tournament held in Ocean City. The team, based in Damascus, Maryland, under the Poolesville Athletic Association, showcased their prowess by going undefeated throughout the tournament and clinching the championship game with a decisive 12-1 victory, winning by mercy rule.
The Montgomery County Council will meet on Tuesday, July 22 to present a proclamation recognizing Project SAFE, interview the nominee for deputy director of the Department of Housing and Community Affairs, receive a briefing on the County’s solid waste disposal strategy, and consider several zoning and subdivision amendments related to workforce housing, telecommunications, and land use.
The Office of the Montgomery County State’s Attorney released the following regarding the trial for a former FBI agent who was convicted of rape and other charges: