Google cutting 12,000 jobs as tech industry layoffs widen

Google has become the latest tech company to trim staff after rapid expansions during the COVID-19 pandemic have worn off.

Youth overdose deaths increased by 120% in Montgomery County

A 15-year-old Kennedy High School student was found dead of a suspected overdose by her mother over the weekend. Montgomery County leaders say the issue is becoming more common.

Amazon shutting down AmazonSmile charity program amid wider cost-cutting moves

The program will end on February 20, and it allowed Amazon to donate a small percentage of eligible purchases to a charity selected by customers.

Shooting causes multi-car crash in Southeast DC; Police search for suspects

A search is underway for a suspect accused of shooting at a car setting off a multi-vehicle crash in Southeast D.C., according to police.

Suspects accused of robbing multiple taxi drivers in Langley Park arrested

Residents in the Langley Park area feel a bit safer after police recently busted three people accused of targeting taxi drivers in a string of armed robberies.

Starbucks to offer nationwide DoorDash delivery by March

Starbucks said delivery represents a “significant growth opportunity” for the coffee giant as more people shift to remote work with less in-person ordering.

Montgomery County implements color-coded system for announcing school delays, closures

Montgomery County Public Schools has implemented a new color-coded process for informing students, parents and staff when weather requires a delay or closing, and when a closure might justify a shift to virtual instruction. 

Man killed in Southeast DC double shooting: police

A double shooting in Southeast D.C. early Sunday morning left a man dead, according to police.

Investigation underway after woman found dead in Prince George's County

A woman was found dead after a welfare check in Prince George's County, and now police are investigating the incident as a homicide.

2 women shot during rideshare trip in Northwest DC: police

Two women were shot while riding in a rideshare vehicle in Northwest D.C. early Saturday morning, according to police.

Man killed in Temple Hills shooting: police

A man is dead after a shooting in the Temple Hills area of Prince George's County, according to police.

Apple CEO Tim Cook will take a 40% pay cut

Apple Inc. said in a regulatory filing that Cook’s target total compensation is $49 million for 2023.

2 children injured after Metrobus altercation; Police search for shooting suspects

Police have arrested a suspect and are searching for others in connection with a triple shooting that left a 6-year-old and 9-year-old hurt in Northwest D.C.

Prince George's County apartment complex residents report series of car break-ins

Over a dozen cars in the Barclay Square apartment complex in Prince George’s County were broken into overnight Wednesday, and police are now investigating who was behind it.