According to the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD), Asenakech Amdrufael Negewo, a 77-year-old woman reported missing from Silver Spring, was fatally struck by a vehicle in a pedestrian collision in College Park on May 18, 2025. (more…)
Attorney General Anthony Brown and 20 other attorneys general filed an amicus brief urging a federal court to block the closure of three DHS oversight offices, arguing the move exceeds legal authority and could harm residents who rely on their services. (more…)
Several new restaurants are opening soon at Westfield Wheaton Mall (11160 Veirs Mill Rd). (more…)
MCPS recently announced that Krista McKim, a National Board Certified English and journalism teacher at Rockville High School, has been selected as a 2025 Grosvenor Teacher Fellow. In partnership with Lindblad Expeditions and the National Geographic Society, this prestigious fellowship honors educators dedicated to nurturing the next generation of planetary stewards.
The City of Gaithersburg has shared that WRS, Inc. submitted Final Site Plan Applications SP-10031-2025 and SP-10084-2025 for Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Lakeforest Project.
Montgomery County has released its Memorial Day holiday schedule, outlining closures and service changes for Monday, May 26. (more…)
Craving a reason to treat yourself to Rockville’s finest dishes? Your next meal in Rockville could do more than satisfy your cravings – it could support local nonprofits and even win you a prize. (more…)
Montgomery County Police are investigating an armed robbery at an Aldi on Cherry Hill Road in White Oak, where a suspect reportedly stole items and displayed a knife. Surveillance images have been released and a reward of up to $10,000 is offered for information leading to an arrest.
On May 19, MCPS marked the start of construction for the new Burtonsville Elementary School with a groundbreaking ceremony (video below).
During National EMS Week, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) honored the staff of Colonel Zadok Magruder High School for their heroic actions during an emergency. The team saved the life of paraeducator and assistant football coach Soneka (Peter) Nankhuni, who experienced cardiac arrest after a student-staff basketball game (video below).