Maryland Lawmakers Join Federal Workers Protest
Three Maryland lawmakers joined the rally to support federal workers and the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol Tuesday. AFGE work at many… Read More
El Concejo Aprueba una Nueva Ley para Luchar en Contra de la Trata de Personas
El Concejo del Condado de Montgomery aprobó una ley el martes con el objetivo de fortalecer las protecciones contra el trabajo forzado, permitiendo que el condado termine contratos con contratistas… Read More
Council Proposes Bill to Expand Homeowners’ Tax Credit Eligibility
The Montgomery County Council’s Government Operations Committee introduced a bill Tuesday aimed at broadening eligibility for the Homeowners Property Tax Credit. The proposed legislation would expand access to the County’s… Read More
Downed Wires, Dozens of Crashes During Tuesday Snow
County fire and rescue responded to more than 150 calls for service over a four-hour period during heavy snow Tuesday night. Most were weather-related, including dozens of crashes, and wires… Read More
Bethesda German Shepherd Wins Westminster Herding Group
Mercedes, a German Shepherd from Bethesda and handled by Kent Boyles, won the Herding Group at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Tuesday. The win adds to her achievements, including… Read More
Council Passes Bill to Fight Human Trafficking
The Montgomery County Council passed a bill Tuesday aimed at strengthening protections against forced labor by allowing the county to terminate contracts with contractors and subcontractors found guilty of human… Read More
Prohibidas las Bolsas de Plástico a Partir del Próximo Año
Las bolsas de plástico estarán prohibidas en los comercios minoristas del condado de Montgomery a partir del próximo año. A partir del 1 de enero de 2026, los minoristas tendrán… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Feb. 12, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, Feb. 12, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Winter Storm Warning: The county is under a Winter Storm Warning until… Read More
Schools Closed Wednesday Due to Snow
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will close Wednesday as a winter storm is expected to bring up to six inches of snow. MCPS crews will work overnight and through the… Read More
Bill Would Regulate Surveillance Technology Including Drone Program
A council bill introduced Tuesday would regulate the county’s use of public safety surveillance technology. County Council President Kate Stewart, who is lead sponsor with Councilmember Kristin Mink, said their… Read More
Plastic Bag Ban Approved by Council
Plastic carryout bags will be banned from retail businesses in Montgomery County starting next year. Starting Jan. 1, 2026, retailers will be prohibited from giving out plastic carryout bags, with… Read More
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
With more snow on the way Tuesday, MCM thought it would be appropriate for an encore presentation of one of our most popular videos of 2024. In December, to help… Read More