Montgomery County council looks to reduce MCPS funding to lower 10% tax hike
Lawmakers in Montgomery County are trying to trim back a controversial budget increase by Montgomery County Public Schools that would trigger a 10% property tax hike.
Lawmakers in Montgomery County are trying to trim back a controversial budget increase by Montgomery County Public Schools that would trigger a 10% property tax hike.
Starbucks adds new cold drinks to its 2023 summer menu
The new menu items are now available at Starbucks stores nationwide "for a limited time," the company said.
The new menu items are now available at Starbucks stores nationwide "for a limited time," the company said.
Jeffrey Epstein-related suit: Virgin Islands says it can’t find Google co-founder Larry Page
The U.S. Virgin Islands government says it's unable to locate Google co-founder Larry Page to serve him a subpoena in an ongoing lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase for allegedly enabling Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking ring, a new federal filing revealed.
The U.S. Virgin Islands government says it's unable to locate Google co-founder Larry Page to serve him a subpoena in an ongoing lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase for allegedly enabling Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking ring, a new federal filing revealed.
Disney updates lawsuit against DeSantis to add new events, including monorail oversight
Disney on Monday amended its free speech lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis to add recent developments in the tit-for-tat fight between the entertainment giant and the Florida governor, such as a new law granting the state unprecedented authority to inspect a monorail system at Disney World.
Disney on Monday amended its free speech lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis to add recent developments in the tit-for-tat fight between the entertainment giant and the Florida governor, such as a new law granting the state unprecedented authority to inspect a monorail system at Disney World.
‘Stranger Things’ production ‘not possible’ during writer’s strike, Duffer brothers say
A note from the Duffer brothers, the co-creators of Netflix hit “Stranger Things,” has fans preparing for the worst – a possible delay in the fifth and final season.
A note from the Duffer brothers, the co-creators of Netflix hit “Stranger Things,” has fans preparing for the worst – a possible delay in the fifth and final season.
Google launches no-password log in feature
The passkey feature gives users a new option over a password or two-step verification.
The passkey feature gives users a new option over a password or two-step verification.
One female dead in crash on Connecticut Ave
Police are on the scene of a fatal crash on Connecticut Ave Thursday afternoon.
Police are on the scene of a fatal crash on Connecticut Ave Thursday afternoon.
Facebook failed to protect privacy of children using Messenger Kids app, FTC says
The Federal Trade Commission says Facebook misrepresented the access it provided to app developers to private user data.
The Federal Trade Commission says Facebook misrepresented the access it provided to app developers to private user data.
Public hearing to discuss Montgomery County's 10 percent property tax increase
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich’s budget calls for a 10% property tax increase – and plenty of opinions on the matter are expected to be heard at a public forum Tuesday evening.
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich’s budget calls for a 10% property tax increase – and plenty of opinions on the matter are expected to be heard at a public forum Tuesday evening.
Apple, Google team up to stop creepy tracking tactics
The two companies submitted a proposal to set standards for combatting secret surveillance on Apple’s AirTag trackers and similar devices.
The two companies submitted a proposal to set standards for combatting secret surveillance on Apple’s AirTag trackers and similar devices.
Suspect on the run after man shot at Metrobus bay on Minnesota Ave. NE
MPD reports a shooting took place this afternoon at a Metrobus bay on Minnesota Avenue NE in DC at the 4100 block.
MPD reports a shooting took place this afternoon at a Metrobus bay on Minnesota Avenue NE in DC at the 4100 block.
Former Apple employee ordered to serve jail time, pay restitution for fleecing the company
Dhirendra Prasad’s sentencing for two charges — conspiracy to commit mail fraud and wire fraud and conspiracy to defraud the U.S. — stemmed from an alleged plot that lost Apple over $17 million.
Dhirendra Prasad’s sentencing for two charges — conspiracy to commit mail fraud and wire fraud and conspiracy to defraud the U.S. — stemmed from an alleged plot that lost Apple over $17 million.
Serial armed robbery suspect linked to several cases across Maryland, Virginia
A serial armed robber is still on the loose. The Fairfax County Police Department has joined the Prince George's County Police Department in asking the public for help finding him, and the ATF is now offering a $5,000 reward.
A serial armed robber is still on the loose. The Fairfax County Police Department has joined the Prince George's County Police Department in asking the public for help finding him, and the ATF is now offering a $5,000 reward.
DC mayor, police reveal summer crime strategy
D.C. leaders gathered Thursday to announce the city’s summer crime initiative and make a few remarks on the police chief, who recently announced he is retiring in June. However, the news conference turned a bit chaotic.
D.C. leaders gathered Thursday to announce the city’s summer crime initiative and make a few remarks on the police chief, who recently announced he is retiring in June. However, the news conference turned a bit chaotic.
Months of racially charged incidents prompts address from Montgomery County Public Schools
Montgomery County Public Schools is hosting an event Thursday night to address recent incidents of hate, bias, racism, antisemitism and LGBTQ+ prejudice over recent months.
Montgomery County Public Schools is hosting an event Thursday night to address recent incidents of hate, bias, racism, antisemitism and LGBTQ+ prejudice over recent months.
Man arrested after video shows brawl involving firefighters; DC Fire investigating
A man has been arrested after a video surfaced of a brawl in northwest DC involving several firefighters.
A man has been arrested after a video surfaced of a brawl in northwest DC involving several firefighters.
Amazon axes 'Halo' fitness program: How to get a refund
Amazon said the Halo devices and app will no longer work after August 1.
Amazon said the Halo devices and app will no longer work after August 1.
DC Police Chief Robert Contee III retiring
D.C. Police Chief Robert Contee III is retiring, according to Mayor Muriel Bowser who chose him to lead the force almost two years ago.
D.C. Police Chief Robert Contee III is retiring, according to Mayor Muriel Bowser who chose him to lead the force almost two years ago.
Investigation finds traffic violations cost MCPS almost $150K
A concerning new report finds traffic violations made by Montgomery County Public Schools staff cost the district nearly $150,000.
A concerning new report finds traffic violations made by Montgomery County Public Schools staff cost the district nearly $150,000.
Disney files lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over 'retaliatory' actions against Walt Disney World
Disney filed a lawsuit Wednesday against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis following months of legislative actions by the state that Disney has described as retaliatory and anti-business.
Disney filed a lawsuit Wednesday against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis following months of legislative actions by the state that Disney has described as retaliatory and anti-business.