Montgomery County moves to fill SNAP gap amid shutdown with $7.75M aid package

Montgomery County announced Friday a massive aid plan to help food assistance programs as the government shutdown is set to affect SNAP benefits. 

Solaire Social Food Hall closes suddenly in Silver Spring

Just 17 months after opening in downtown Silver Spring, Solaire Social Food Hall is closing on Friday. 

Montgomery County woman charged with faking home invasion using AI photo

Deputies said Moesha Gardener made up a story about a man breaking into her home, even using artificial intelligence to make a photo of a man lying on her couch.

Police flooded with volunteers to smoke weed for impairment training

The Ocean City Police Department says they were overwhelmed by the number of volunteers eager to smoke cannabis for an upcoming training event aimed at helping officers recognize signs of impairment.

Hiker who died on Billy Goat Trail identified as Loudoun County teacher

An emergency on one of the D.C. region’s most popular hiking trails has left a community in mourning. The man who died last week on the Billy Goat Trail near Great Falls has now been identified as a beloved Loudoun County teacher known for inspiring his students and colleagues.

Man accused of fatally shooting of ex-girlfriend in Silver Spring

Montgomery County police are investigating a deadly domestic shooting after a woman was gunned down outside her home Sunday morning. Her ex-boyfriend is now in custody.

Maryland woman shot and killed, ex-boyfriend arrested after car chase: police

A woman was reportedly shot and killed in Silver Spring on Sunday morning, and her ex-boyfriend is in custody following a dramatic car chase, according to police.

11-year-old girl struck, killed by school bus identified

A Montgomery County community is grieving after an 11-year-old girl was struck and killed by a school bus Thursday afternoon, just blocks from Earle B. Wood Middle School.

Safety improvements planned for 'Ghost Highway' in Prince George’s County

 Soon it will be safer to walk and bike along Indian Head Highway (Route 210) in Prince George’s County. A 2022 study found a critical need for safety improvements on the busy corridor.

Overcrowding prompts new school boundaries in Montgomery County

Parents in Montgomery County are grappling with the prospect of new school boundaries that could change where their children attend classes starting in 2027.

Motorcyclist killed in crash in Montgomery County identified

A deadly two-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle on Montrose Road claimed the life of a Rockville man over the weekend. The motorcyclist has since been identified.

Montgomery County Police Department changing applicant requirements

Montgomery County Police are making changes to their applicant requirements, hoping to encourage more people to join their ranks.

Search underway for deadly Wheaton hit-and-run suspect

Detectives are continuing to investigate a deadly hit-and-run incident on Veirs Mill Road that left a woman dead and the driver still at large.