Parts of Maryland just east of Montgomery County were included in the National Weather Service Prediction Center’s “heavy snow” hazard outlook for February 22 and 23, Sunday into Monday. Overnight forecast models have since trended weaker, pushing the potential storm farther out to sea, but forecasters say it remains something to watch.
Montgomery County Police assisted Metro Transit Police early Wednesday morning at approximately 1:10am in response to a stolen vehicle incident near East West Highway and Sundale Drive in Silver Spring.
Takoma Park Police are investigating an armed robbery and stabbing that occurred Sunday evening, February 15, in the 7100 block of Cedar Avenue.
Gaithersburg Police Chief Mark Sroka will retire after 16 years with the City of Gaithersburg Police Department effective March 6, 2026. Chief Sroka was presented with a proclamation proclaiming March 6 as “Police Chief Mark Sroka Day” in the City of Gaithersburg, recognizing his service and dedication to law enforcement and his significant contributions to the Gaithersburg Police Department. The proclamation was presented during the February 17 Mayor and City Council meeting.
Three Washington Spirit players have been called up to the U.S. Women’s National Team for the 2026 SheBelieves Cup, U.S. Soccer announced today.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a vehicle fire on Tuesday evening in the 29800 block of Gaelic Court in Germantown that extended to a end-unit townhouse, prompting a second alarm for additional manpower. (more…)
A Silver Spring man has been sentenced to decades in federal prison for a large-scale child sexual exploitation scheme that targeted victims across multiple countries.
A 6-year-old boy died Tuesday afternoon after a reported shooting inside a townhome in Montgomery Village. (more…)
Sherwood High School students are taking their school safety advocacy beyond campus and onto Capitol Hill.
One of Montgomery Parks’ most beloved seasonal traditions is set to return this spring. The Butterfly Experience will once again take flight at Brookside Gardens from Wednesday, April 1, through Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, with timed tickets now on sale.
UPDATE: The child in the accidental shooting on Maple Leaf Drive has been pronounced dead. Montgomery County Police are investigating a reported accidental shooting involving a child in Montgomery Village.