Maryland

Governor Wes Moore has requested that FEMA conduct Joint Preliminary Damage Assessments in Western Maryland following severe flooding on May 13–14, 2025, as a first step toward determining whether the state qualifies for a Presidential Disaster Declaration and related federal assistance. (more…)


Beyond MoCo

A federal jury convicted a Virginia man and Montgomery County woman on charges of conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering for their parts in defrauding a non-profit corporation dedicated to global public health.

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Announcement

Jamie McIntyre, former CNN military affairs and senior Pentagon correspondent, as well as former Washington Examiner senior writer for defense and national security, will speak about how the events on 9/11 and the aftermath ushered in a “post-truth” era in America. Jamie has written extensively on this topic and draws from a life-long career in journalism, including his time at the Pentagon on 9/11.

This event is FREE and open to everyone!


Event

Come enjoy the day at our annual Washington Grove Arts and Craft Festival in a beautiful outdoor setting. This festival highlights local artisans including wood creations, pottery, visual art, household products and so much more. We also have food trucks from El Parente Tacos, El Jeffe Wood-fired pizzas, Bruster’s Ice Cream and beverages from Saints Row Brewery. Bring the whole family because we have a kids activity area too. Pets on a leash are welcome too!


MCPD

Following the recent fatal shooting of two Israeli Embassy staff members outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., the Rockville City Police Department (RCPD) announced it has increased patrols near synagogues, places of worship, and community centers, and is working with local leaders to support community safety. Similarly, MCPD issued a statement on Thursday, May 22, noting that while there is no known threat, patrols around Jewish institutions have been increased out of an abundance of caution.

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MCDOT

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) and Manna Food Center will host the annual Ride On Food Drive from May 25 to May 31, allowing riders to donate non-perishable food items on Ride On buses in exchange for free fare, with all donations supporting local residents facing food insecurity.

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Bethesda

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has charged two 20-year-olds from Chevy Chase and a juvenile from Silver Spring with armed robbery and related offenses after they allegedly robbed four juveniles at gunpoint and attempted to force them to withdraw more money at an ATM on April 21, 2025, before fleeing when a police vehicle approached.

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Law

Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and a coalition of 20 other attorneys general obtained a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration’s plan to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, including mass layoffs and service transfers, arguing the move was unlawful without congressional approval.

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