Montgomery County’s “Bring Your Own Bag” law takes effect today, January 1, 2026, eliminating plastic carryout bags and adding a 10 cent fee on paper bags.
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Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown, along with the attorneys general of North Carolina and the District of Columbia, filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education alleging it unlawfully cut congressionally approved funding for Full Service Community School programs without following required federal procedures.
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Montgomery County Police 3rd District officers and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were dispatched at 6:30 a.m. to the 900 block of Browning Avenue in Takoma Park for a reported stabbing. (more…)
Montgomery County Police 5th District officers and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were dispatched at 1:24 a.m. on Thursday, January 1, to the 13000 block of Briarcliff Terrace in Germantown for a reported shooting. (more…)
Celebrate an evening of Kuchipudi with Traditions, a solo performance by Madhuvanthi Sundararajan featuring a live orchestra. Presented as the culmination of the Maryland State Arts Council Folklife Apprenticeship, this performance marks the year-long artistic journey between master tradition bearer Kasi Aysola and apprentice Madhuvanthi Sundararajan. This inspiring evening welcomes audiences of all backgrounds. August 14, 7 p.m. | Silver Spring Black Box Theater.
Celebrate Bookstore Romance Day with Romantique Books! Join us for an afternoon dedicated to romance readers, indie authors, and the local bookish community. Browse signed romance books, discover your next favorite read through our curated Blind Date with a Book bundles, and shop a wide selection of bookish gifts, stickers, bookmarks, reading accessories, and more.
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Maryland Health Department Recommends the Use of Masks in Health Care Facilities
Montgomery County health officials are advising residents to take preventive measures as respiratory virus hospitalizations exceed 10 hospitalizations per 100,000 residents throughout Maryland. The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) today recommended that health care facilities require masks in all patient-facing settings.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a two-vehicle collision with a rollover at Georgia Avenue and Heathfield Road/Postgate Terrace near Aspen Hill on Wednesday, December 31. (more…)
As New Year’s celebrations approach, Takoma Park Police are reminding residents to prioritize pet safety, particularly as fireworks noise can pose serious risks to animals. While fireworks are illegal in Montgomery County, police note that not everyone follows the law, increasing the chances of unexpected loud noises that can frighten pets and cause them to flee or become distressed.
Sally’s Apizza, the legendary New Haven pizzeria frequently named Dave Portnoy’s favorite pizza place of all time, is setting its sights on a major expansion that includes plans for 15 locations in Maryland and another 15 in neighboring Virginia.
The Washington Spirit announced Wednesday the signing of Italian defender Lucia Di Guglielmo to a three-year contract with a team option for the 2029 season, adding another experienced international presence to the club’s roster ahead of the 2026 campaign.
Montgomery County Police released new enforcement data from Week 6 of its 2025 Holiday Alcohol Task Force, detailing heightened DUI and traffic enforcement during the Christmas holiday period.
Go to MCPD Holiday Alcohol Task Force Reports 24 DUI Arrests, Hundreds of Citations Issued
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Governor Wes Moore announced that Maryland state agencies received two grants totaling more than $2.6 million over two years to fund artificial intelligence projects aimed at improving access to public services.