Montgomery County officials will hold a public update on the planned Diversion Center in Rockville on Wednesday, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m. in the Leggett Executive Office Building auditorium, with a virtual option available. The facility, located on Seven Locks Road, will provide 24/7 behavioral health services to individuals in crisis as an alternative to emergency rooms and detention centers.
The bus loop at the Medical Center Metro Station will be closed on select Sundays through spring 2026 due to Metrorail construction, affecting Montgomery County Ride On Routes 34 and 46. During the closures, buses will be rerouted to stops along Rockville Pike, while other Ride On routes that do not operate on Sundays will not be impacted.
The Montgomery County Police Department has released addition information regarding a fatal two-vehicle collision that occurred on Sunday, October 5, 2025. The victim, 63-year-old Charles Anthony Hawkins of Rockville, was killed in the crash. (more…)
On Thursday, October 2, Wootton Robotics, in partnership with Bonchon Rockville, held a Robotics Fair at Rockville Town Center. The event featured robotics mini games, Build Your Bots and Battle Bots tournaments, and live music, offering young participants a hands-on introduction to robotics and the FIRST Tech Challenge program. (more…)
Montgomery County Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Sunday morning, October 5, 2025, in Rockville.
Update: The incident was initially reported by MCPD as a crash involving a cyclist, but a later update clarified that the crash involved a motorcyclist.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) announced that eastbound Montrose Rd. is closed at Tildenwood Dr. following a fatal collision involving a vehicle and a motorcyclist Sunday morning.
After a few months of no movement, Dave’s Hot Chicken is officially on its way to Rockville, with “Coming Soon” signage now up at its second Montgomery County location. The California-based chain, which made its county debut in White Oak in November 2024, will soon open at 11564 Rockville Pike in the Metro Pike Shopping Center. An exact date is not yet available.
The City of Rockville is providing assistance to federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, including delayed payment options for certain city services, while municipal operations and programs continue without interruption.
UPDATE: As of October 2, 2025, the individual in the photo has been identified. The investigation is ongoing. The Montgomery County Department of Police (MCPD) – 6th District Investigative Section […]
Shouk, the plant-based kosher street food restaurant known for its award-winning Shouk Burger, has closed both of its remaining locations permanently (Rockville and DC).
As the federal government shutdown begins, local restaurants are rolling out special offers to help ease the burden on impacted employees. Several dining groups across Montgomery County are showing support by offering discounts and meal deals to federal workers who present valid government ID. (more…)