New Laws In Maryland in 2025
As of Jan. 1, a number of new laws are in effect across Maryland. No new laws went into effect in Montgomery County. Here are just a few of the… Read More
Attorney General Files Suit Against Multiple Landlords for Price Fixing Their Rents
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown launched a lawsuit against RealPage and six large landlords for allegedly raising rents through a price-fixing scheme in violation of the state’s Antitrust Act. Montgomery… Read More
Montgomery Community Media Announces Board Leadership Transition
Montgomery Community Media (MCM) announced a leadership transition on its Board of Directors. After serving as Board President for over 10 years, Jeffrey Slavin will step down from his role.… Read More
Reaction to Governor Moore’s Budget Proposal
Maryland Governor Wes Moore released his fiscal 2026 budget Wednesday. The $67.3 billion proposal will cut spending, raise some taxes while lowering others, and attempt to close a projected $3… Read More
Maryland Ranks 3rd in Nation for High Cost of Smoking
Smoking imposes significant financial burdens on individuals in Maryland, ranking the state third-highest in the nation for smoking-related costs, according to a recent WalletHub study. The study reveals that Maryland… Read More
Make a Difference During MLK Day of Service
The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend offers numerous ways to honor his legacy through volunteerism and community service. Organizations have planned events to encourage acts of service that support… Read More
Chevy Chase Attorney Indicted for Failing to Report Millions in Poker Winnings
A Chevy Chase attorney is charged with failing to report millions of dollars he won playing poker among other charges. The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Maryland issued a 22-count indictment… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Jan. 17, In Montgomery County
Here’s what’s happening today, Friday, Jan. 17, and this weekend in Montgomery County, including events, opportunities, and community highlights. Check the latest weather forecast here. 1. Weekend Events: Looking for… Read More
Coaching Legend Bill Belichick Visits Good Counsel High School
Legendary former NFL head coach Bill Belichick, now head coach of at the University of North Carolina, visited Good Counsel High School in Olney Thursday. Good Counsel has one of… Read More
FBI Agent Indicted on Rape Charges
FBI Agent Eduardo Valdivia, 40, of Gaithersburg has been indicted by a grand jury Thursday on 19 counts after he was accused of raping women inside a Gaithersburg tattoo studio.… Read More
Man Convicted in Deadly Shooting in Silver Spring Garage
A man was found guilty Wednesday of first-degree murder for shooting and killing a man in a downtown Silver Spring parking garage in 2023. The following video contains graphic content showing… Read More
MCPS Announces Community Meetings to Learn About the 2026 Budget Process
The Montgomery County Board of Education invites residents to learn about the 2026 MCPS budget process through upcoming community meetings. The meetings will explain the operating budget and how it… Read More