Elderly couple going to vote killed by vehicle near polling place in Gaithersburg

Election Day started off with a tragedy in Montgomery County after a witness tells FOX 5 an elderly couple, believed to be on their way to vote at a nearby polling location, were struck and killed by a speeding car. 

Montgomery County woman in need of kidney receives life-saving gift

With a little help from FOX 5, a Montgomery County woman is getting a second chance at life after receiving a life-saving gift — a kidney transplant. 

Body pulled from pond in Montgomery County

Emergency crews pulled a body from a pond Tuesday morning at a park in Montgomery County.

Montgomery County hopes to simplify charging electric vehicles at home

Montgomery County wants to make it easier for residents to charge their electric vehicles as officials continue to make a push for protecting the environment.

Community Informed Police Training Act passes in Montgomery County

Montgomery County is working to build the next generation of police officers. Council members just signed a new bill to help recruit and retain talent. 

3 teenagers charged after police pursuit crash in Silver Spring

Three teenagers are in custody after an armed robbery and police pursuit resulted in a major crash on Monday in Silver Spring.

Montgomery County firefighters warn of e-scooter fires

E-scooters are becoming a big concern after officials say the lithium-ion batteries commonly used in the devices can cause fires.

Montgomery County to review concealed carry ban proposal

The Montgomery County Council is reviewing a proposal Monday about where people can carry guns in public places.

Montgomery County police cruiser crashes underneath suspect vehicle in Silver Spring

A major crash has closed roads in Silver Spring after a police pursuit of an armed robbery suspect vehicle ended with a crash involving a police cruiser and a Metrobus.

Evacuations after 2-alarm fire burns Rockville apartment building

Firefighters evacuated a three-story apartment building in Rockville Monday morning after flames prompted a second alarm to be called.

Wheaton Mall hosts 'Boosterama' clinics to help people get COVID-19 booster shots

Montgomery County officials are holding a series of “Boosterama” events at Wheaton Mall to help get COVID-19 booster shots into more people's arms.

Teenager accused of raping 2 women at LA Fitness arrested

An 18-year-old has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting two women inside a North Bethesda LA Fitness, according to police. 

New nominee named for Montgomery County Chief Health Officer

After over a year of searching, Montgomery County leaders announced a nominee for the county’s Chief Health Officer position. Dr. Travis Gayles left the position in September 2021. 

Thrive Montgomery 2050: What to know about the plan approved in Montgomery County

The Montgomery County Council has unanimously approved a plan called Thrive Montgomery 2050. While supporters say it creates affordable housing, the county executive is blasting the plan as a "bait and switch."

2 fatal car crashes occur on same day on same road in Montgomery County

Montgomery County Police are investigating two separate and fatal car collisions that occurred on the same day and on the same road.

Montgomery County approves unpopular cell tower zoning ordinance

Montgomery County Council has approved an unpopular zoning ordinance that will allow cell towers to be built closer to homes.