Local Montgomery County residents Camila and Kyle have captured the hearts of many as they advance in Variety’s ‘America’s Favorite Couples’ online competition. Having made it past the first round, where a staggering 75% of competitors were eliminated, they are now vying for the spotlight with today’s special opportunity for double votes. Supporters can cast their votes and make donations benefiting the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and Oceana at americasfavcouple.org/2025/kyle-camila
Kian Dhawan, a student at Montgomery Blair High School, earned a gold medal at the 2025 USA Biolympiad National Finals held at Harvard University, placing him among the top four students who will represent the United States at the International Biology Olympiad in the Philippines. A returning silver medalist, Kian is deeply involved in science competitions and research and is currently conducting cancer biology research at the University of Maryland. (more…)
Located at 820 Muddy Branch Rd. in Gaithersburg’s Muddy Branch Square, Royal Tandoor has been turning heads since it opened its doors in May 2021. Taking over the space previously occupied by the short-lived River Side Hot Pot, the restaurant has quickly become a local favorite. Photos and videos of the experience below.
On July 17, the Montgomery County Council’s Education and Culture Committee will receive a briefing on MCPS academic performance and review grading policy changes, while the Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee will review legislation related to internet access service procurement and retirement system eligibility. The discussions will cover the transition to Maryland State Report Card data, updates to grading regulations, and proposed bills affecting County contracting and employee retirement groups.
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is offering free back-to-school vaccinations for children in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade who live in the County and are missing required immunizations. Vaccines are available by appointment at multiple clinic locations through the end of September to help students meet state vaccination requirements for the 2025–2026 school year. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has released additional information regarding a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, near the intersection of Connecticut Avenue and Plyers Mill Road. (more…)
Complaints from Montgomery County homeowners about incomplete home improvement projects led to a multimillion-dollar judgment against Optimum Construction, Optimum Interiors, and owner Amr “Omar” Elrahimy, following an investigation by the County’s Office of Consumer Protection and the Maryland Attorney General’s Office. (more…)
A 24-year-old from Brooklyn, NY was sentenced in Montgomery County Circuit Court to 10 years in prison, with all but 26 months suspended, for involvement in a theft scheme targeting elderly victims in Bethesda, after pleading guilty to conspiracy and attempted theft charges.
Updated at 12:06pm: Connecticut Avenue (MD-185) is currently closed at Plyers Mill Road in Kensington following a fatal pedestrian collision involving a U.S. Postal Service mail truck. (more…)
Montgomery County-based California Tortilla is bringing back its Shark Week promotion starting July 23, offering a free Shark Fin Hat with the purchase of a fish taco, with additional free tacos for customers who wear the hat back or post a photo tagging the restaurant. (more…)
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Wilson Delcid Giron, a missing 17-year-old. (more…)